Iki Island, Volcanic island in Tsushima Strait, Japan
Iki is a volcanic island in the Tsushima Strait within Nagasaki Prefecture, with its highest point reaching two hundred and thirteen meters. The coastline alternates between rocky cliffs and flat bays, while the interior consists of low hills and farmland.
Ancient Chinese records mention the island as a settlement east of Korea, and archaeological findings confirm habitation during the Yayoi period. It later became an important hub for trade and communication between Japan and the Asian mainland.
The island's name appears in early Japanese chronicles, referring to its position as a stopover between the mainland and the continent. Visitors today notice the fishing boats in small harbours and the barley fields that shape the image of coastal villages.
Travelers reach the island by plane from Nagasaki Airport in about thirty minutes or by ferry from Hakata Port in Fukuoka in around sixty minutes. A rental car or bicycle allows exploration of different coastal sections and small settlements through the local road network.
At Cape Makizaki, a shallow depression in the rock shows the shape of a large footprint, which locals call the Devil's Footprint. Nearby, a rock formation resembles a seated monkey and belongs to the naturally shaped landmarks along the coast.
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