[Kanto Edition] Plane? Train? Bus? A complete guide to getting to Nishinoshima, an isolated island in Shimane Prefecture!

• Table of Contents
• Where is Nishinoshima?
• How to get to Nishinoshima!
• Departing from Haneda Airport! Go to Nishinoshima by plane
• Shinkansen? Sleeper train? Enjoy a relaxing trip!
• Best value for money, night bus trip
• summary

Where is Nishinoshima?

Nishinoshima is a remote island in Shimane Prefecture. It is the perfect island for those who are tired of major tourist spots, with horses and cows grazing freely, complex geological strata and the magnificent horizon of Matengai Cliff, activities such as cycling and sea kayaking to enjoy the magnificent scenery, and crystal clear waters that can be seen anywhere on the island.

We've put together a guide on how to get to Nishinoshima from the Kanto area!

By the way, for the Kansai version, please see this article!

How to get to Nishinoshima!

Nishinoshima can only be accessed by boat. There are three ways to access Beppu Port on Nishinoshima.

The benefits of using each port and an overview of the transportation options to each port are summarized in the diagram below.

However, with just this image, you can't tell how to get to the port! And it's a pain to plan it yourself!

For those people!

We'll introduce you to three ways to get to Nishinoshima from Tokyo!

Oki Kisen Timetable

Departing from Haneda Airport! Go to Nishinoshima by plane

First, let me introduce the course that uses an airplane! Of the three courses, this one has the best balance of price and time.

There are about three airports that I can recommend, so I've put together a table comparing prices, costs, benefits, etc.!

Whichever airport you use, you can get to Nishinoshima in less time than with other routes.

However, please be aware that airfare prices can vary greatly depending on the season.

Shinkansen? Sleeper train? Enjoy a relaxing trip!

The course will use trains such as the Shinkansen and conventional lines.

This is a course where you can have a comfortable trip on the Shinkansen, enjoy the rural scenery on the local train, and have plenty to enjoy on the way to Nishinoshima.

It is also recommended for those who are a little nervous about flying.

Another feature is that prices are stable compared to flying, and there are a relatively large number of flights, so you can make a few detours along the way or sightsee at stopovers!

In addition, there is also a land route that uses the sleeper train "Sunrise Izumo."

Departing Tokyo at night, you'll enjoy a relaxing sleeper train ride and arrive at Yonago Station in the morning.

Recommended for those who don't like hectic travel!

Best value for money, night bus trip

A must-see for those who want to travel as cost-effectively as possible and enjoy luxury wherever they go!

This route involves a late-night express bus.

Not only is it affordable, but it also arrives at Nishinoshima the earliest out of all the routes introduced, as it arrives at Yonago Station early in the morning!

summary

The most attractive thing about Nishinoshima is its magnificent nature.

And it is the work of the people who weave it all together.

The view from Matengai Cliff is majestic, reminiscent of the Alps.

If you step into the town, you can see the activities of the people who support the island as they change with the seasons.

We look forward to seeing you in Nishinoshima.

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