Aoshima Shrine 青島神社
Visiting Aoshima Shrine today
- What it is: A shrine in a jungle of subtropical palms on tiny Aoshima island. The island is ringed by the 'Devil's Washboard', ridged rock shelves that are a natural monument.
- Getting there: JR Nichinan Line from Miyazaki to Aoshima Station, about 25 minutes, then a short walk and a footbridge onto the island.
- Hours: Shrine open from 6:00 to sunset. Goshuin stamps from 8:00 (8:30 in winter) to 17:00.
- Admission: Free.
- Tip: Visit at low tide to see the Devil's Washboard rock ridges stretch up to about 100 m from the shore.
Best timeGood any time of yearMild year-round; time your visit for low tide.
Checked against: Jeepe: Aoshima Jingu guide. Check opening times and prices before you go.
Aoshima Shrine on Shibuya246
We haven't been yet, so there are no photos here. The notes above come from official sources and are checked every quarter. Our own photos and story will appear here after we visit.