Kami-shima
Island Small island in Mie Prefecture, fishing community
Island off Mie Prefecture with fishing villages, coastal trails and small shrines; visited for day trips and local seafood.
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How to Get to Kami-shima #
Ferries run from Toba and nearby Shima ports; the crossing typically takes under an hour depending on the route. From Kintetsu Toba Station, local buses or a short taxi ride reach the ferry terminal. Schedules vary by season and day of week - check the Shima City or local ferry operator pages before planning.
Tips for Visiting Kami-shima #
- Catch the earliest ferry from Toba to avoid midday tourist boats and afternoon winds.
- Walk the island's coastal path counterclockwise - the shoreline views and fisherman's shrines accumulate into a better story than the single high point many visitors aim for.
- Bring a hat and sunscreen; shade is sparse once past the small harbour and shrine area.
Best Time to Visit Kami-shima #
Best visited spring through autumn for comfortable sea conditions; weekdays or early mornings reduce crowds.
Weather & Climate near Kami-shima #
Temperate climate with hot summers (peaking in August) and cold winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from 5°C to 30°C. Abundant rainfall (1982 mm/year), wettest in September.
January
January is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 5°C. Moderate rainfall (66 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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February
February is the coolest month with highs of 11°C and lows of 5°C. Regular rainfall (87 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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March
March is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 6°C. Significant rainfall (135 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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April
April is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 11°C. Significant rainfall (181 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 15°C. Significant rainfall (181 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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June
June is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 19°C. Heavy rain (253 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 23°C). Significant rainfall (198 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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August
August is the hottest month, feeling like 30°C with oppressive humidity. Heavy rain (207 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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September
September is warm with highs of 27°C and lows of 22°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (269 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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October
October is mild with highs of 22°C and lows of 16°C. Heavy rain (215 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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November
November is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 12°C. Significant rainfall (123 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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December
December is cool with highs of 14°C and lows of 8°C. Moderate rainfall (67 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
