Dōgojima
Island Small Shimane island with notable coastal scenery
Dōgojima, part of the Oki Islands in Shimane Prefecture, is an inhabited island accessed by ferry; visitors travel for coastal roads, fishing villages and island life.
Dōgojima is an island in Shimane Prefecture, Japan, and forms part of the Oki Islands archipelago in the Sea of Japan. It is the principal inhabited island of the Oki group and functions as a local centre for fishing, coastal settlement and island transport.
The island’s coast includes cliffs, sheltered bays and small fishing ports; visitors travel to Dōgojima for coastal scenery, local culture and island walks rather than large tourist attractions. Ferry connections link the island with other Oki islands and the Shimane mainland.
Historically the island has been settled for centuries and has a maritime economy based on fishing and small-scale agriculture; its modern role is as a residential and service centre for the archipelago.
Dōgojima lies off the Shimane coast in the Sea of Japan, several tens of kilometres from the Shimane mainland; travel is typically by ferry from ports on the prefectural coast.
- Island group and access: Part of the Oki Islands group in the Sea of Japan and administered by Shimane Prefecture; accessible by ferry services from the mainland.
How to Get to Dōgojima #
Dōgojima is part of the Shimane island groups and is reached by regional ferry services from mainland ports in Shimane Prefecture. Ferry timetables are seasonal and subject to weather; visitors should check local port schedules and arrange transfers in advance.
Tips for Visiting Dōgojima #
- Arrange boat transfers in advance if planning to visit the Oki Islands; services are seasonal and weather-dependent.
- If interested in local culture, ask about traditional fishing practices - islanders maintain distinct maritime skills.
- Bring insect repellent in summer - the island vegetation and freshwater pools can be buggy.
Best Time to Visit Dōgojima #
Best visited in late spring through early autumn when ferry services run reliably and the seas are calmer.
Weather & Climate near Dōgojima #
Dōgojima's climate is classified as Humid Subtropical - Humid Subtropical climate with warm summers (peaking in August) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -1°C to 28°C. Abundant rainfall (1747 mm/year), wettest in September.
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 6°C and lows of 0°C. Significant rainfall (171 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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February
February is the coolest month with highs of 6°C and lows of -1°C. Significant rainfall (137 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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March
March is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 1°C. Significant rainfall (114 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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April
April is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 6°C. Significant rainfall (102 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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May
May is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 11°C. Significant rainfall (107 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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June
June is mild with highs of 23°C and lows of 16°C. Significant rainfall (156 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is mild with muggy conditions (dew point 22°C). Significant rainfall (190 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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August
August is the warmest month with muggy conditions (dew point 23°C). Significant rainfall (134 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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September
September is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 17°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (210 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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October
October is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 11°C. Significant rainfall (129 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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November
November is cool with highs of 14°C and lows of 6°C. Significant rainfall (143 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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December
December is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 2°C. Significant rainfall (154 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
