The northwest part of Fukui prefecture is famous for its dramatic coast, especially the Tojinbo Cliffs. Close by is Oshima Island with some equally impressive cliffs and rock formations. It isn’t just the shape of the land that is attractive but what is on it. The island also has a forest of unique trees often found in more tropical locations. The history of Oshima is quite interesting and as you walk across the bridge you can truly feel that you walking onto a sacred island. If you are in heading to Fukui and Tojinbo, don’t forgot to stop by Oshima, too!

This island has been an important part of the history of the region for over a thousand years. It is thought that a god in the ancient past dragged the island to shore before settling on the shore. There is a shrine to him on the mainland as well as on the island. During the yearly festival, the god in Oshima is brought to the mainland and back. Other than the shrine itself, there are only three other buildings on the island, one of which is a small lighthouse. The island is uninhabited and has bene that way for most of its history. It is considered too sacred for humans to reside on. The god in the shrine on the island is also said to be vindicative and haunts people who come to the island at night. So make sure to get off before sunset!

Oshima Island is on the edge of small peninsula in northwest Fukui and is fairly easy accessible from multiple directions. If you are coming from the north (Tokyo, Kanazawa, etc.), get off at Awara Onsen Station and then hop on a bus that goes directly to Oshima Island/Tojinbo. If you are coming from the south (Osaka, Kyoto, etc.), get off at Fukui Station and get on a train/bus towards Mikuni/Tojinbo. You have to transfer at Mikuni Port Station to get to Oshima if you take the train.

If the Oshima Island and this type of nature seems interests you, join us for a tour of the area! You can see the rocks of Echizen Matsushima, explore the interesting history of Oshima Island, marvel at the Tojinbo Cliffs and walk around some of the historical port of Mikuni. Click on the tour banner below for more information!

1 Day Tour

1 Day Tour from Kanazawa: Fukui’s Stunning Cliffs, Spiritual Island and Historical Port
Period	All Year Round
Time	08:45 – 17:40
Meeting Place	Kanazawa Station
Adult Rate	¥25,300
Child Rate	¥14,500