Ōmishima Island Island

Japanese island in the Seto Inland Sea

In the Seto Inland Sea, Ōmishima Island hosts the historic Ōyamazumi Shrine and sits on regional cycling routes; visitors come for shrine architecture, seafood and island roads popular with cyclists.

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Ōmishima Island at a Glance#

About Ōmishima Island#

Ōmishima Island is an island landmark in Ehime Prefecture, Japan, at latitude 34.24907 and longitude 133.01672.

The island is identified as part of Ehime Prefecture; the input does not list specific attractions, cultural sites, or transport links.

As a natural island, no construction or founding dates are given in the supplied information.

The island sits within Ehime Prefecture in Japan; the provided data does not specify distances to major cities or ports.

  • Coordinates: Latitude 34.24907, longitude 133.01672.

How to Get to Ōmishima Island#

Regular ferries connect Ōmishima to the Shimanami Kaido and to larger islands; the island is accessible from Imabari by bridge and local roads. Cycling sections of the Shimanami Kaido provide a scenic approach.

Tips for Visiting Ōmishima Island#

  • If landing is planned, confirm schedules with local ferry services - some rural island routes are infrequent.
  • Try local seafood at small island cafes - the maritime cuisine in Ehime prefecture is quietly excellent.
  • Bring cash; smaller island vendors may not accept cards.

Best Time to Visit Ōmishima Island#

Late spring and early autumn are the most comfortable times to visit to avoid peak summer heat and typhoons.

Spring
Mar-May · 10-20°C
Mild weather and blooming roadside flowers; pleasant for island drives.
Summer
Jun-Aug · 22-30°C
Warm and humid; good for swimming and beaches but also typhoon season.
Autumn
Sep-Nov · 15-25°C
Clearer skies and comfortable temperatures for hiking coastal paths.

Weather & Climate near Ōmishima Island#

Climate

Ōmishima Island's climate is classified as Humid Subtropical - Humid Subtropical climate with hot summers (peaking in August) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 1°C to 30°C. Abundant rainfall (1501 mm/year), wettest in June.

Air Quality: AQI 53 Moderate
Best Time to Visit
AugustMaySeptember
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
35°
Warmest Month
-5°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
Month Comfort Temp Feels Rain Sky Humidity Wind UV Daylight
January Acceptable 1° - 9° 2° 45 mm overcast 81% 3.9 m/s 0.4 low 10.0h
February Acceptable 1° - 9° 2° 62 mm overcast 79% 3.8 m/s 0.6 moderate 10.8h
March Acceptable 4° - 12° 6° 97 mm partly cloudy 77% 3.6 m/s 0.9 moderate 11.8h
April Good 9° - 18° 14° 146 mm partly cloudy 77% 3.6 m/s 1.2 high 12.9h
May Very Good 14° - 22° 18° 151 mm partly cloudy 77% 3.2 m/s 1.5 very high 13.8h
June Good 18° - 25° 22° 250 mm overcast 82% 3.2 m/s 1.5 very high 14.3h
July Good 23° - 29° 26° 205 mm overcast 84% 4.2 m/s 1.8 very high 14.1h
August Very Good 23° - 31° 27° 124 mm partly cloudy 81% 4.7 m/s 1.8 very high 13.3h
September Good 20° - 27° 23° 196 mm overcast 81% 3.6 m/s 1.3 high 12.3h
October Good 14° - 21° 18° 115 mm partly cloudy 80% 3.2 m/s 0.9 moderate 11.2h
November Good 8° - 16° 12° 71 mm partly cloudy 80% 3.4 m/s 0.5 moderate 10.2h
December Acceptable 4° - 11° 5° 39 mm overcast 81% 3.7 m/s 0.3 low 9.7h

Nearby Attractions to Ōmishima Island#