The Oki Islands, part of Daisen-Oki National Park, are recognized as a UNESCO Global Geopark for their internationally valuable geological heritage and unique ecosystem. When enjoying outdoor activities such as hiking or marine sports, please respect the environment around you, be mindful of the local wildlife, and ensure your safety at all times.
Click on this link for more information on points to be mindful of and wildlife to be cautious of in the Oki Islands.
Oki treasures and geopark sites List List of Geopark Sites and Treasures
Before you embark on your adventure: Cherish the rare environment and be cautious of dangerous plants and animals.
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Diatomaceous Earth
Around 15–10 million years ago, aft…
Geohistory - Rocks from Continental to Sea Periods -
Streaked Shearwater
The streaked shearwater is a specie…
Unique Ecosystem - Birds -
Fringed Galax
The fringed galax is a perennial pl…
Unique Ecosystem - Plants -
Makihata Farming
The stone walls seen on Mt. Akahage…
Lifestyles and Traditions - Culture -
Green Tuff
Green tuff, found on the east coast…
Geohistory - Rocks from Continental to Sea Periods -
Funagoya Boat Houses
A funagoya boat house is a s…
Lifestyles and Traditions - Culture -
Oki Hare
This endemic Oki species is a subsp…
Unique Ecosystem - Endemic Species -
Kuniga Coast
The Kuniga Coast, which stretches a…
Geohistory - Terrain -
Red Slug Caterpillar Moth
This moth has a beautiful, almost s…
Unique Ecosystem - Insects -
Ushi-zuki Bull Sumo
The ushi-zuki bull sumo in t…
Lifestyles and Traditions - Culture -
Oki-matsuge Blenny
This fish is a species of blenny wh…
Unique Ecosystem - Marine Life -
Caldera
The three Dōzen Islands were formed…
Geohistory - Terrain -
Obsidian
Obsidian is a type of glass created…
Geohistory - Rocks from Volcanic Islands Period -
Oki Dandelion
This endemic species can be found o…
Unique Ecosystem - Endemic Species -
Oki Salamander
This endemic Oki Islands species is…
Unique Ecosystem - Endemic Species -
Oki Gneiss
This gneiss (metamorphic rock) from…
Geohistory - Rocks from Continental to Sea Periods