Ike-jima

Island Small Nagasaki island with fishing ports and beaches

A coastal island in Nagasaki Prefecture with small fishing ports; visitors pass through for shoreline walks, local seafood and quiet village scenes.

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Ike-jima
Ike-jima, Nagasaki Prefecture, Japan
32.8846, 129.5990

How to Get to Ike-jima #

Access is by local ferry or private boat from larger ports in Nagasaki Prefecture. Schedules vary seasonally; check regional ferry timetables from the nearest mainland port (ports on Kyushu) and ask local tourist offices for landing permissions.

Tips for Visiting Ike-jima #

  • If visiting for birdlife or coastal scenery, check tide tables and local ferry schedules in advance-boat access can be infrequent.
  • Talk to local fishermen or port officials about landing permissions; small inhabited islands in Nagasaki Prefecture often require permission to set foot ashore.
  • Bring sea-sickness remedies if approaching by small boat-the channel currents can be choppy even on calm days.

Best Time to Visit Ike-jima #

Late spring through early autumn is best for island access and mild weather along the coast.

Late spring-early autumn
May-Oct · 18-28°C
Pleasant weather for coastal walks and boat access.
Winter
Dec-Feb · 5-12°C
Clear air but cold; some services may be suspended.

Weather & Climate near Ike-jima #

Climate
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
33°
Warmest Month
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

Weather

0.4
UV Index
Low
10.1h daylight

February

Weather

0.7
UV Index
Moderate
10.9h daylight

March

Weather

1.0
UV Index
Moderate
11.9h daylight

April

Weather

1.3
UV Index
High
12.9h daylight

May

Weather

1.6
UV Index
Very High
13.7h daylight

June

Weather

1.5
UV Index
Very High
14.1h daylight

July

Weather

1.9
UV Index
Very High
13.9h daylight

August

Weather

2.0
UV Index
Very High
13.2h daylight

September

Weather

1.5
UV Index
High
12.2h daylight

October

Weather

1.0
UV Index
High
11.2h daylight

November

Weather

0.6
UV Index
Moderate
10.4h daylight

December

Weather

0.4
UV Index
Low
9.9h daylight

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