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Hashima Island
Attraction
4.2 (1287 reviews)
Abandoned 16-acre island & UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its industrial ruins & its seawall.
Hashima Island, Takashimamachi, Nagasaki, 851-1315, Japan
Highlights from Reviews
• unique historical insight
The island offers a captivating glimpse into Japan's industrial past, an abandoned mining colony with a rich and poignant history.
• eerie aesthetic
The desolate, post-apocalyptic appearance of the abandoned buildings, reclaimed by nature, creates a distinct and intriguing atmosphere.
• UNESCO World Heritage
Recognized as a UNESCO site, it highlights significant aspects of Japan's Meiji Industrial Revolution and is a must-visit.
• informative guided tours
Guided tours provide thorough explanations, with some operators offering English guides or informational guidebooks for visitors.
• scenic ferry ride
The ferry journey itself offers picturesque views of Nagasaki Port and surrounding areas, including shipyards and other islands.
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