Kuroshima, UNESCO Heritage island in Sasebo, Japan
Located in the East China Sea, Kuroshima Island spans 1.12 square kilometers with a 5-kilometer coastline and reaches a maximum elevation of 99 meters.
The island gained prominence during the Edo Period when Japanese Christians sought refuge there, leading to the establishment of religious communities in remote locations.
The Kuroshima Catholic Church serves as a central gathering point for local residents, reflecting the strong religious traditions that persist on the island.
Transportation to Kuroshima requires a sea taxi from Fukue Island, as the regular ferry service connecting to mainland Nagasaki ended operations in 2021.
The island became uninhabited in 2022 after its last resident passed away, marking the first time in 49 years that a populated island in Goto City became vacant.
Location: Sasebo
Part of: Hidden Christian Sites in the Nagasaki Region, Kujūku Islands
Website: https://kuroshimakanko.com
GPS coordinates: 33.14175,129.53447
Latest update: May 16, 2025 08:29
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