Tsunoshima - The island "hides" many interesting mysteries

Yamaguchi Prefecture in Japan is widely regarded as one of the most livable places in the country, owning its geographical, population, economic, geographical, culinary, and culinary diversity. Many tourist attractions. Among them, the top is Tsunoshima Island in the southwest of the province, where many interesting mysteries are waiting for you to explore.

Tsunoshima is a beautiful small island located in the southwestern tip of Yamaguchi Prefecture, which often appears in popular Japanese films and commercials. It is well known for its impressive Tsunoshima Bridge, blue jade beaches, Tsunoshima lighthouse and Amagase beautiful park.

Beautiful island of Tsunoshima in Yamaguchi Prefecture

Tsunoshima Bridge is the second longest bridge connecting Japan with a total length of 1780 meters, started construction in 1993 and opened on November 3, 2000. The bridge crosses the blue sea of cobalt, linking the island and island of Tsunoshima with a perfect length and curvature. Here, you can zoom out to the view to admire the vastness of the sea, air into the airy space and extremely wonderful.

Tsunoshima Bridge connecting the main island and Tsunoshima Island

Do not miss the opportunity to visit Tsunoshima Lighthouse on Mount Yumegasaki in the Northwest of the island. The lighthouse was built in Western style in 1876 by Richard Henry Bruton, a foreign adviser to the Ming dynasty. By 2016, a great many couples have come here to date and make it the "lighthouse of love". Currently, the Tsunoshima lighthouse is still open and is open to visitors for 150 yen/adult and 20 yen/child.

Tsunoshima Lighthouse on Mount Yemegasaki

Besides, another attraction that can not be missed when visiting Tsunoshima Island is Amagase. This park is divided into two sections located at the two ends of the bridge so that when walking here, you can see the bridge easily Tsunoshima.

In addition, the beautiful sub-tropical beaches around the island are also not a small attraction for visitors. You can swim freely under the blue turquoise waters of the sea, as well as sunbathe on the vast stretch of white sand.

Beautiful beaches in Tsunoshima

Now, to get to Tsunoshima Island, you can take the train from Shimonoseki Station to Kotto Station, then take the Blue Line Koutsu Bus. Or take a car about 70 minutes on the highway from Shimonoseki to the island.