Rokuso Island

The most beautiful moment of the breathtaking view of Candle Island is said to be when the sunset sinks on the tip of the rock. The sight is like a candle being lit, and you're sure to be moved by the beauty of nature. From the Candle Island Observatory, you can enjoy the stunning view of the sunset where the sea and sky become one. You can spend a luxurious time standing on the rock and enjoying the beautiful sunset. The breathtaking view of Candle Island is one of the must-see sights that everyone wants to see at least once, and it's a must-visit spot for travelers!

The Rokuso Island Cruise Ship is a sightseeing boat that circles the island, offering a beautiful view that looks as if candles are lit as the sun sets. The cruise ship operates only during the limited period from March 15th to November 30th, departing from the cruise ship pier about a 40-minute drive from Saigo Port. The boarding fee for the cruise ship is 3,000 yen, and advance reservations are required. This cruise ship, which is overwhelmed by the beauty of nature, is an attractive activity that cannot be missed by travelers!

The Danjyo Falls are waterfalls located on the island of Shima-oshima in the Oki Islands, and flow from Yokoo Mountain, the source of the Naku River. The male and female falls, with a drop of about 40 meters, flow to the left and right, and the surrounding area is filled with negative ions, causing mist-like water droplets to dance around. In addition, the Danjyo Falls have been selected as one of Japan's Top 100 Waterfalls, and the abundance of negative ions in the area makes it a recommended place for refreshing oneself!

Oki Shirashima Coast is located at the northernmost tip of the Oki Islands and is named after the white rocks that make up the coastline. It has been designated as a national scenic spot and natural monument due to the many wave-cut caves and small islands that can be seen. Oki Shirashima Coast has islands such as Matsushima, Shirashima, and Okinoshima, and you can see a unique and beautiful scenery created by erosion and marine erosion. You can enjoy the beautiful view from the Shirashima Observatory. When visiting Rokuso Island, why not also visit here and enjoy the beautiful natural scenery?

Suigetsu-sa Shrine is one of the most prestigious shrines in the Oki Islands. The grounds are home to a group of ancient burial mounds from the latter part of the Kofun period, of which only two remain today. Additionally, the classical sumo event "Sengu Sumo" is held once every 20 years and is known as one of the island's traditional events, depicting the bonds between family and people living on the island. Furthermore, the "Yamahiki Shinji" festival, known as a festival of elegance, is one of the three major festivals in the Oki Islands, along with the Tamawakasu-mikoto Shrine's Goryoe and the Mura-sai festival, and has been designated as an intangible cultural asset of the prefecture. Suigetsu-sa Shrine has many charms that allow visitors to experience history and culture, such as the burial mounds from the latter part of the Kofun period, Sengu Sumo, and the elegant festival of Yamahiki Shinji!