Oshima District, Administrative district in Kagoshima Prefecture, Japan
Ōshima district extends across multiple islands, containing eleven municipalities including Amagi, China, Isen, and Kikai, covering 934 square kilometers of territory.
The district experienced significant changes when it fell under United States Army control in February 1946, followed by a period of administrative transitions until 1953.
Each municipality within Ōshima district maintains specific traditions and practices, including local festivals and distinct culinary preparations that reflect island heritage.
Transportation between the municipalities relies on ferry services and Kikai Airport, which serves as the primary aerial connection point for the district.
The district participated in the Amami Reversion Movement during the United States occupation, using the phrase 'restoration of Ōshima District' as a symbol.
Location: Kagoshima Prefecture
Inception: July 1, 1879
GPS coordinates: 27.81000,128.94000
Latest update: May 27, 2025 12:51
Amami Ōshima
67.3 km
Tokunoshima
1.4 km
Amami-Ōshima Island, Tokunoshima Island, northern part of Okinawa Island, and Iriomote Island
67.7 km
Daisekirinzan
125.4 km
Fukuji Dam
150 km
Edateku Island
59.5 km
Kayauchi-banta Cliff
126.5 km
Amami Park
100.2 km
Isson Tanaka's Final Residence
86.7 km
Izena Castle
139.5 km
Akakina Castle
102.2 km
Yoron Castle
100.7 km
Uzahama Site
124.7 km
Shōryūdō
62.8 km
Lake Fukugami
148.3 km
Forest in Black Current Mangrove Park
67.9 km
Amami Prefectural Library
83.2 km
Shinsumiyogawa Dam
69 km
Aha Dam
139.2 km
Noho Bridge
134.6 km
Okawa Dam
79.7 km
Yamato Dam
73.8 km
Ushuku Shell Mound
104.3 km
Port of Takarajima
151.3 km
Toyama Maru
14.4 km
Yanbaru
143.4 km
Hiji Falls
143.3 km
Yoron Station
101.1 kmReviews
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