Ama, Remote town on Nakanoshima Island, Japan
Located 60 kilometers from Shimane Prefecture in the Sea of Japan, Ama occupies the entire Nakanoshima Island within the Oki archipelago.
Emperor Go-Toba spent 19 years in exile on this island following his defeat in the Jokyu War of 1221 until his death in 1239.
The Oki Shrine, constructed in 1939, stands as a memorial to Emperor Go-Toba and marks 700 years since his passing on the island.
The town offers guided walking tours lasting 4 hours and covering 5 kilometers, with fees starting at 16,500 yen for three participants.
Despite national trends toward municipal mergers, Ama implemented internal reforms and attracted 361 new residents between 2004 and 2012.
Location: Oki District
Inception: May 1, 1904
Website: http://town.ama.shimane.jp
GPS coordinates: 36.09653,133.09681
Latest update: May 27, 2025 06:58
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