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Himeshima Ferry Island
姫島Oita · Kyushu
Himeshima is renowned for its stunning natural beauty and serves as a crucial stopover for migrating monarch butterflies each October. The island features scenic coastal views and tranquil landscapes, making it a perfect spot for nature enthusiasts.
- Best season
- Autumn
- Crowd level
- Hidden gem
- Rating
- 3.8· 298 reviews
- Opening hours
- Daily Open 24 hours
- Admission
- Public island, no admission; only the ferry from Imi port is paid. Official Himeshima access page.
- Website
- himeshima.jp/kanko/access
Usual hours — confirm with the official site for holidays + seasonal closures.
Today
Open 24 hoursStored weekly hours
Daily Open 24 hours
How to get there
From Hakata Station · ~3h 14m by car
Tags
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