Awashima (Awashimaura Village, Iwafune District, Niigata Prefecture)
Overview (History, Features, and Attractions) Awashima (officially Awashimaura Village, Iwafune District, Niigata Prefecture) is a small, remote island in the Sea of Japan, known for its abundant nature and tranquil island life. Since ancient times, the island has served as a hub for fishing and maritime transportation, and the island boasts a settlement, a shrine, and facilities that preserve local history...