Hojo Kashima Island is a peaceful and scenic small island located just off the coast of
Matsuyama. Known for its natural beauty, quiet walking trails, coastal views, and abundant
wildlife, the island attracts travelers looking for a relaxing getaway. Accessible by a short
ferry ride, it offers a refreshing escape from the city, making it an ideal spot for
photography, picnics, and slow-paced exploration.
- 🥾 Walk scenic forest trails that wind through the heart of the island leading to a panoramic hilltop observation deck 🌲 🕊️
- 🌊 Enjoy peaceful coastal views of the Seto Inland Sea while wandering along the paved perimeter road by the shore 🏝️ ✨
- 🦌 Take wildlife and landscape photography of the famous wild deer that roam freely across the northern sandy beaches 📸 🎞️
- 🧺 Relax at picnic spots near the beach where the gentle waves create a soothing soundtrack for an outdoor lunch 🍱 ✨
- ⛩️ Visit the small shrine located on the island which stands as a silent guardian overlooking the passing fishing boats ⚓ 🏁
- ⛴️ Board the small passenger ferry for a quick three-minute ride from Hojo Port which departs frequently throughout the daylight hours ⚓ 🏁
- 🚆 Ride the JR Yosan Line to Iyo-Hojo Station and enjoy a pleasant ten-minute walk through the local town to the port 🛤️ 🗺️
- 🚕 Hire a taxi for easy access from northern Matsuyama hotels to reach the ferry terminal in approximately twenty to thirty minutes 🚕 🏁
- 🚗 Drive to the port and utilize the public parking area if you are exploring the Ehime coastline by rental vehicle 🅿️ 🏁
- 🥤 Bring plenty of water and snacks because commercial shops are very limited once you step foot onto the secluded island 🍎 🎒
- 👟 Wear comfortable shoes for walking trails as some of the interior paths can be steep and covered in natural leaf litter 👣 ✅
- 🕒 Check the ferry schedules at the port office to avoid long waits during the quiet mid-day or late afternoon periods ⛴️ ✨
- 📸 Pack extra batteries as this is an ideal destination for quiet relaxation and high-quality nature photography of the surrounding islets 🎞️ 🏁
- 9:00 AM – Take the ferry from Hojo Port to begin your short voyage across the sparkling blue waters of the bay 🕒 ⛴️
- 9:15 AM – Walk along the coastal path and enjoy the views of the famous Iyo-Futami rock formations standing in the sea 🌊 ✨
- 10:00 AM – Explore the forest trails and shrine while searching for the sacred deer and enjoying the shade of the ancient trees 🌲 🎞️
- 11:00 AM – Picnic or relax by the seaside to soak in the sun before catching the return boat to the mainland 🏖️ 🏁
