Toshima

The village of Toshima encompasses eight distinct volcanic islands within the Tokara archipelago, stretching across the Pacific waters of Kagoshima Prefecture.

The establishment of Toshima as an administrative entity occurred on February 10, 1952, following the return of the Tokara Islands to Japanese control after World War II.

Each of the eight islands maintains traditional fishing practices and maritime customs, passing down generations of knowledge about local marine resources and navigation techniques.

Despite the village administration being located in Kagoshima City, residents access essential services through regular ferry connections between the constituent islands.

The village territory includes active stratovolcanoes rising from the ocean, creating a geological formation that supports specific agricultural and marine ecosystems.

Location: Kagoshima district

Location: Kagoshima Prefecture

Inception: February 10, 1952

Website: http://www.tokara.jp/

Website: http://tokara.jp

GPS coordinates: 29.83779,129.85295

Latest update: May 28, 2025 18:29