Funaori Seto Campsite

A cozy campsite with sea and island views

Anonymous Apr 26, 2013 - 1 min read

Funaori Seto Campsite on Hakatajima Island on the Shimanami Kaido

The name "Funaori" means "break ship", since the current in the channel was considered fast enough to break up boats

Ships pass close to the campsite, so there's always something interesting to see

A fast tourist boat races through the channel

The nearby Niwatori Kojima beach is good for swimming

These rocks, the Niwatori Kojima, are said to resemble chickens

The rockpools have fascinating shrimp, anemone and other marine life

These days the fast rowing boats of the pirates have been replaced by fast ships

The Funaori Seto is a channel between Hakatajima Island on the Shimanami Kaido and a neighbouring island. Tidal currents rip through channel which made it a haven for pirates who mastered boatmanship in this tough environment. The campsite is close to Niwatori Kojima beach which is good for swimming. For information, tent rentals, and payment, go to the Hakata Michi no Eki.

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