Welcome to Ushi-jima , a Temperate island in the Seto Naikai or Inland Sea, part of the majestic Pacific Ocean. This guide offers a comprehensive overview of what makes Ushi-jima unique – from its geography and climate to its population, infrastructure, and beyond. Dive into the details:
Geography and size of Ushi-jima
Size: 1.812 km²Coastline: 10.7 kmOcean: Pacific OceanSea: Seto Naikai or Inland SeaContinent: Asia
Ushi-jima is a Small Island spanning 1.8 km² with a coastline of 10.7 km.
Archipel: Japan – An East Asian archipelago comprising four main islands and numerous smaller ones, known for its rich history, technological advances, and distinct culture.
Tectonic Plate: Amur – A minor tectonic plate in the region of the Amur River at the border of Russia and China, involved in complex interactions with the Pacific and Eurasian plates.
The geographic heart of the island is pinpointed at these coordinates:
Climate and weather of Ushi-jima
Climate Zone: TemperateClimate Details: Humid Subtropical ClimateTemperature: Hot Summer
Climate Characteristics: With continuous rainfall and hot summers, this climate is common in some coastal regions, supporting diverse vegetation.
Topography and nature of Ushi-jima
Timezone: UTC+09:00Timezone places: Asia/TokyoMax. Elevation: 39 m Mean Elevation: 30 mVegetation: Evergreen Broadleaf ForestTree Coverage: 86%
The mean elevation is 30 m. The highest elevation on the island reaches approximately 39 meters above sea level. The island is characterized by Plains: Flat, low-lying lands characterized by a maximum elevation of up to 200 meters. On islands, plains are typically coastal lowlands or central flat areas.
Dominating Vegetation: Evergreen Broadleaf Forest
Vegetation: 4 vegetation zones – Diverse Island
Infrastructure and Travelling to Ushi-jima
Does the island have a public airport? no .
Does the island have a major port? no .
The mean population of Ushi-jima is 545 per km². Ushi-jima is Densely Populated. The island belongs to Japan .
Continuing your journey, Kasado Shima is the next notable island, situated merely km away.
【20秒であるく瀬戸内散歩01】牛島 USHIJIMA Island 【20 seconds movie】
瀬戸内海の塩飽諸島に属する牛島。面積は0.7km²の小さな島です。 2014年11月23日に島を巡ってきた時の記録。島に渡ってすぐ ...
【20秒であるく瀬戸内散歩01】牛島 USHIJIMA Island 【20 seconds movie】
瀬戸内海の塩飽諸島に属する牛島。面積は0.7km²の小さな島です。 2014年11月23日に島を巡ってきた時の記録。島に渡ってすぐ ...
瀬戸内海の塩飽諸島に属する牛島。面積は0.7km²の小さな島です。 2014年11月23日に島を巡ってきた時の記録。島に渡ってすぐ ...
牛島の池神社（香川県）
周囲わずか4kmの小島にひそむ不思議な湿原。大小の池を浮かべた湿原の奥には、その名も池神社が鎮座する。
周囲わずか4kmの小島にひそむ不思議な湿原。大小の池を浮かべた湿原の奥には、その名も池神社が鎮座する。
海界の村を歩く 瀬戸内海 牛島（香川県）
丸亀市の北7.7km、塩飽諸島中４番目に小さな島。里浦と小浦の２集落があり、ノリ・ワカメを中心とした養殖漁業と、瀬戸内の ...
丸亀市の北7.7km、塩飽諸島中４番目に小さな島。里浦と小浦の２集落があり、ノリ・ワカメを中心とした養殖漁業と、瀬戸内の ...
Japan is classified as Developed region: G7: Group of Seven – Major advanced economies, including Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the United Kingdom, and the United States. The level of income is High income: OECD.
News – Latest Updates and Headlines from Ushi-jima
Stay informed with the most recent news and important headlines from Ushi-jima. Here’s a roundup of the latest developments.
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Please note: The data used here has been primarily extracted from satellite readings. Deviations from exact values may occur, particularly regarding the height of elevations and population density. Land area and coastline measurements refer to average values at mean high tide.
