Places of Interest

Explore Japan Adventurer’s places of interest through the interactive map and listing below, designed to help you discover places by region and theme at a glance. Use the filters to refine what appears, then click any pin or listing to open the page and learn more.

Ienoura Beach

Ienoura Beach

This beautiful beach is located on the west side of the Shonai Peninsula, which juts into the Seto Inland Sea from Kagawa Prefecture.

Ikeshima

Ikeshima

Ikeshima is a largely abandoned island dotted with the ruins of its fascinating coal mining heritage.

Ikku Shrine

Ikku Shrine

A large and venerable Shintō shrine in the centre of Niihama where taikodai gather.

Ikuchi Island

Ikuchi Island

Ikuchi Island is an island on the Shimanami Kaido. It is home to the colourful Kosan-ji Temple, numerous shrines, and scenic mountains.

Imabari

Imabari

A castle town on the Seto Inland Sea and the starting point for the Shimanami Kaidō on the Shikoku side.

Ine

Ine

Ine is a quaint seaside village located in northern Kyōto Prefecture on the Sea of Japan coast. It’s famous for its unique wooden boathouses.

Innoshima Island

Innoshima Island

Innoshima Island is an island on the Shimanami Kaido. It has a fine beach and a Suigun castle.