Go island hopping to relax! The secret place for Japanese literary youth to take photos. Black and white installation art kills all the memory of mobile phones.
If you’ve grown tired of typical urban sightseeing in Japan, consider setting aside a day to experience a relaxing Japanese-style island-hopping adventure. Around three times the size of Tokyo Disneyland, Sakashima Island near Aichi Prefecture boasts a serene and natural atmosphere that has drawn many artists and designers to create art here. The island features numerous black and white installations scattered throughout, and on the breakwater, there’s a striking array of metal seagulls that are not only soothing to look at but also highly photogenic—perfect for maxing out your phone’s storage.
There were options like cabbage, water spinach, and mainland greens. I originally wanted to order cabbage, but then found out the sesame oil pig liver already came with cabbage, so I ended up ordering water spinach… Stir-fried with high heat, it had a great smoky flavor and was crispy and delicious!
Reported and photographed by reporter Lai Textxuan / Aichi Prefecture, Japan
▲Sakura Island, where nature and art coexist, features many installation artworks, making it a great place to explore at a leisurely pace.
% Instant? The starting point? The original settlement is close, and it takes about 3 hours to reach the peaceful Sakuko Island.
Sakushima is not large and has few residents. It takes only about 30 minutes to walk from east to west. Though small in size, its rich natural landscapes are by no means inferior.The naturally healing atmosphere of the island attracts many artists to create here, leaving behind various installation artworks. As a result, it’s also known as the Island of Art.
Coming here, you can’t help but slow down your usual brisk pace, strolling around, looking, and taking photos to enjoy a pleasant afternoon.East Cottage
▲% and Zi? Dad's Store allows creativity, letting you showcase your unique style.
▲ A short island-hopping trip to Sakashima in Aichi, Japan.
Seagull Parking Lot
▲%Crowded beach scene with people swimming together in the blue sea.
Then walk toward the breakwater, where a group of uniquely designed metal seagulls sway in the wind. The cute appearance of the seagulls is soothing just to look at. Sit among them, gaze at the sea, and daydream. Occasionally, the calls of real seagulls can be heard, doubling the sense of happiness.
Nap House
▲%The crimson hibiscus and the serene atmosphere of the inlet..., in the contrast of the background the artistic installations are also quite prominent.
When visiting Sakashima Island, you mustn’t miss this iconic photo spot. anime fans might notice—this black nine-grid installation art appeared in the 2010 movie The Sky-Crashing Ship; Conan and Kaitou Kid landed on it!
▲%Art gallery where visitors can find a peaceful spot. (Strong recommendation)
Nestled by the sea, the nap shack comes with a ladder for visitors to climb up and choose their favorite spot to enjoy the sea and sky panorama. With the gentle sea breeze, sleepiness is sure to follow. After resting, don’t forget to take a beautiful photo, because whether alone or in a group, you can capture super Japanese-style blue-toned shots in your nine-grid album.
Kurokabe Square (Black Wall District)
▲%Distinctive architecture of a building reflected on the water surface, located near the harbor, where people can enjoy a walk along the shore.
Sakuko Island preserves many black-wall settlement buildings, which is one of the island’s features. Walking through the quiet settlement, taking a photo feels like you’ve instantly arrived in Kyoto.However, there are still about 300 residents on the island. Many of the houses you pass by are local residences, so remember not to be too loud when taking photos to avoid disturbing their daily lives.
▲%The crimson hibiscus and the peaceful environment don’t rush the visitors, those arriving by boat can easily find the deep blue ocean nearby.
Sakashima Island, which relies on the sea for its livelihood, is well known for its fresh and delicious seafood. That noon, I went to eat at a small restaurant called Suzuya Shokudo. The space was simple, but as soon as I looked at the wall, I saw the menu offered a wide variety of choices. An elderly couple, aged 87 and 86, came out to greet everyone. When we asked the grandfather what his recommended dish was, he said confidently, “Everything!” We ordered fried giant clams ▲%Cheeky turtle basket (translation approximate)<, Chapter fish feet fresh and delicious. After enjoying a pleasant and delicious meal and getting ready to leave, we asked an elderly couple to take a photo with us at Suzuki Dining Hall. However, the elderly pair were quite shy and kept saying it was embarrassing and that it would be too shameful if the neighbors saw them. Even so, the two still left behind a lovely photo together. ▲The owners of Suzuki Dining Hall, a couple in their late 70s, still prepare all the meals in-house themselves. On this simple yet naturally artistic island of Sakyu, the experience is truly memorable. Although the weather wasn’t great on the day of my visit, with occasional light rain, the natural scenery, highly photogenic installation art, and the genuine island locals really make it worth a trip. It’s a recommended destination to personally experience the relaxing and healing island life.
Sakashima Island
Address / Saku Island, Saikuchi Town, Nishio City, Aichi Prefecture
Transportation / Depart from Nagoya Station, take the Meitetsu Shinshiotsuka Line for about 60 minutes to reach Shiotsuka Station, then transfer to a Meitetsu bus for around 30 minutes to Isshiki Port, and finally take a ferry for about 20 minutes to reach Sakashima.
Sakashima Island ferry information
Ferries to and from Sakushima: First departure 6:30 AM, last 5:50 PM (approximately one to two per hour)
Ferry first and last departures from Yise Port / 7:00 AM, 6:20 PM (approximately one to two services per hour)
Ticket price (one way)
Adults (middle school students and above) / 820 Japanese Yen
Children: 410 yen
*Aside from Sakashima, other small islands around Aichi include Nokono Island, {Japanese island names romanized or in English}.“Aichi’s Offshore Islands”Check the FB fan page for more info
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