Private Rabbit Island Hidden History Tour

Hop on a bicycle and explore the story of Okunoshima — guided by a local expert and friendly rabbits! Okunoshima is a small island in the warm Seto Inland Sea, surrounded by a stunning landscape of over 700 islands. Today, it’s known for its hundreds of wild rabbits, offering visitors a sense of peace and healing. But behind its charm lies a forgotten past — Okunoshima was once removed from maps due to its dark wartime history. Why was this beautiful island hidden? What truths lie beneath its quiet surface? Join us on a unique cycling tour that traces the island’s dramatic story — with a knowledgeable guide and rabbits as your playful companions. *Important Information ・This is a private tour for one person. ・Weather policy: If the Japan Meteorological Agency forecasts a 60% or higher chance of rain by 12:00 PM the day before the tour, it will be cancelled with no cancellation fees.

1. 1

   Okunoshima Lighthouse

   10 min

   The lighthouse is currently prohibited to enter in. So you can view the lighthouse from a short distance and view beauty of scenery from here.

2. 2

   Okunoshima Island

   1 hour

   Okunoshima is a small island with a circumference of about 4 km, a little west of the Shimanami Kaido that connects the islands of the Seto Inland Sea. It is a Seto Inland Sea National Park, and you can enjoy the change of nature every season.

3. 3

   Stop 3

   10 min

   Okunoshima shrine is only one shrine in this island, but It is now also home to rabbits.

4. 4

   Stop 4

   10 min

   It was a storage facility for tanks filled with poison gas, but for safety reason, currently prohibited to enter in. So you can view the it from a short distance.

5. 5

   Power Plant Ruins

   10 min

   This power plant was used when poison gas was secretly made here. For safety reason, currently prohibited to enter in. So you can view the it from a short distance.

6. 6

   Northern Cannon Battery Remnants

   15 min

   This is gun battery ruins in Okunoshima. You can see it closely.

• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.