The notebook of Îles Ogasawara
Seek calm beyond the next point.
Isolated ocean archipel, subtropical forests and endemic fauna accessible by a long sea crossing.
At your own pace
Identity summary
3 to 7 days
Spring · Summer · Autumn
Recommended car
Island · Coast · Forest · Nature
Variable accessibility
Modular rhythm
General presentation
Îles Ogasawara
Isolated ocean archipel, subtropical forests and endemic fauna accessible by a long sea crossing.
The discovery of Ogasawara Islands is centred around Chichi Island, Haha Island and Ogasawara National Park. The stay thus alternates between island landscapes, the coastline, forests and natural areas, giving a concrete picture of the destination beyond its only most famous site.
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For a stay of 3 to 7 days, it is better to balance visits and travel times. Also to be anticipated: transport and openings to be confirmed and weather likely to modify the program. A car is usually the easiest way to connect the different sectors. Accessibility varies from site to site and deserves to be verified step by step.
Strengths and constraints
Strengths
- Chichi Island
- Haha Island
- Ogasawara National Park
Before you choose
- Transport and openings to be confirmed
- Weather likely to change the programme
Places worth visiting
A selection to start dreaming and organizing the stay — not an exhaustive list of everything there is to see.
Remarkable location
Île Chichi
Chichi-jima is the inhabited entry point of the Ogasawara, with its hills covered with subtropical forest, coral coves and sea trips to dolphins or whales depending on the season. Distance from Tokyo imposes a slow journey, but gives the island a rare atmosphere in Japan.
Remarkable location
Île Haha
Haha-jima seems even more withdrawn than Chichi-jima, with short roads, forest trails and observation points facing a very open Pacific. Endemic birds, discreet beaches and wet ridges make it a stage for patient travellers, attentive to the fragility of the archipelago.
Nature park
Parc national d'Ogasawara
Ogasawara National Park protects isolated ocean islands, where evolution has produced very special land plants, birds and snails. The tour alternates guided trails, snorkeling, navigation and wildlife observation, with strict rules against invasive species and attacks on fragile environments.
Practical tips
This information helps know if the destination matches the planned trip before starting a fuller search.
To go further
More activities
Restaurants, walks, culture, leisure and outings to search without leaving the destination card.
The nearest destinations
The closest ideas on the map, to extend your trip.
Similar destinations
Same landscapes and the same pace of travel, elsewhere in the world.
