Mukaishima

The name of this island, meaning “facing opposite” in Japanese, stems from its location across the Onomichi Channel from Onomichi.
The view of the boats traveling back and forth across the channel evokes both nostalgia and wanderlust. Here you will find the cultivation of fruits and flowers, taking advantage of the warmer climate. It was also used as a location for a film by director Nobuhiko Obayashi, and is visited by many cinema fans.

Must see attractions

The site of Yosaki Fort

This fort was built on Mukaishima Island,
received in compensation for the Battle of Itsukushima.
The fort boundary and ship cove can still be observed. *It is not open to the public. Please observe it from a distance.

The site of Momoshima Chausuyama Fort

This sea fort was located at the top of Chausuyama Mountain on Momoshima Island.
It occupied an important position at the key point along the Sanyo side sea lane.

The site of Okajima Fort

This sea fort was built on Mukaishima Island.
Once home to a great pirate, it was taken in battle by the Murakami Kaizoku. *It is not open to the public. Please observe it from a distance.

Rental Cycle Terminal

Onomichi City Citizen’s Center Mukaishima

Address:: 5531-1 Mukaishima-machi, Onomichi city
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Tel.:: 0848-44-0125
Business hours:: 8:30 AM - 7:00 PM
Parking:: Free (open from 7:30 AM to 10:00 PM)
Closest bus stop, port, or station:: Onomichi Gakuen Mae Bus Stop, Onomichi Suido Pier