Kikai-jima is located about 380km south of Kagoshima, on a boundary line between the East China Sea and the Pacific Ocean.This island has been formed on the elevated coral reefs, which is still rising 2mm a year in average. Raised coral reef terrace is 211m above sea level and its ridgeline draws a smooth arc and stands out in the cobalt blue sea.
You can see butterflies called Ogomadara or Lady of the Southern Island. Kikai-jima is the northern limit habitat of this butterfly.
Also this island is famous for its agricultural products such as sugarcane and white sesame, the highest amount of which this island produces in Japan.



Gift of "Food" from the vibrant islands.


Experience the subtropical nature, culture and history of each island.


Local products cultivated in the subtropical sunlight.
