Omi Jima, Nagato Shi, Yamaguchi Ken
2017
Omijima (Oomishima) is an island with a connecting bridge to Nagato City. About 40km along the coast, rough sea, caves and odd rock formation. Whale catching used to be a main industry here. There is a whale museum and a tomb (built in 1692) for the fetus of the whales.
Original tree of Natsumikan, a popular citrus in the area. It is said a lady, Chou Nishimoto, picked up a seed on the beach (1772-80) and planted here. Its flower is designated as Yamaguchi prefecture's flower.
LOCATION | 671-17, Kayoi, Nagato City, Yamaguchi Prefecture |
LINK | Whale Museum https://kujira-nagato.com/ |
LINK | Natsumikan Tree https://rurubu.jp/andmore/spot/80035238 |
Whale Museum
Natsumikan Tree
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