Ainoshima (Shingū)

Ainoshima (相島)(Aino-Island) is an island in Shingū, Fukuoka, Japan. Many feral cats and strays live on this island. Hence, it is known as "Cat Heaven Island".[1]

Ainoshima (Aino-Island)
Native name:
相島
Ainoshima
Ainoshima
Ainoshima (Aino-Island)
Geography
LocationGenkai Sea
Coordinates33°45′44.5″N 130°21′54.5″E
Area1.25 km2 (0.48 sq mi)
Coastline8 km (5 mi)
Administration
Japan
PrefectureFukuoka Prefecture
DistrictKasuya District
TownShingū
Additional information
Official websiteShingū Town Official Website (in Japanese)

Sightseeing spots

Ainoshima has some historic sites.

Tumuli

These piles of stone from the 5th century are located on the eastern side of the island. They are speculated to mark ancient graves.[2]

Transportation
  • Shingū Municipal Ferry Service (新宮町営渡船, Shingū Chō-ei Tosen)
  • Shingū Port (Shingū Fishing Port) - Ainoshima Port : Required time and fare: approx.17 minutes, 480 JPY[3]
  • Shingū Port is a twenty-minute walk from Nishitetsu Shingū Station.
  • Ferry "Shingū" (しんぐう)
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References
  1. The feral felines of Cat Heaven Island - The Japan Times
  2. Cheapo, Japan. "Ainoshima: A Cheapo's Guide to Visiting Kyushu's Cat Island | Japan Cheapo". https://japancheapo.com/. Retrieved 2020-06-27. External link in |website= (help)
  3. 町営渡船(Municipal Ferry Service) Archived 2015-02-26 at the Wayback Machine - Shingū Website (in Japanese)


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