Aoshima (Cat Island)
Also written: 青島（猫の島） · 青岛（猫之岛）
Known as a “Cat Island” because cats outnumber the human residents, Aoshima has been featured in international media and attracts cat-loving travelers who come to see its unusual scenery.
An Illustrated Japan / Ehime / Townscape & Scenery
About this place
Aoshima 0.49 sq km 4.2 km shoreline Seto isle Ozu famed cat isle Ferry Aoshima 35 min Nagahama Port 2 round ability 34 non-reservation wave cancels. Pop 4 2024 vs 80 cats once 200+ descended rodent fishing vessels. 2018 Animal Fund TNR 211 cats sterilized ear cut. No shop vending inn drink food must bring. Feeding only special feedground observing resident ban Aoshima Promise rule. Dock Benten cape 10 min temple Shrine abandoned academy traces feline play weekday early easiest board rubbish bring-return fundamental respecting everyday existence.
