Ukujima is the northernmost of the Goto Islands, a chain of islands off the west coast of Kyushu. The main port of Taira gets its name from the members of the Taira Clan who escaped to the island after the Clan lost the decisive Dan-no-Ura sea battle in 1185.
Fisherina Uku is a small marina operated by the local fishing co-operative. A cozy, well-protected facility that can accommodate boats up to about 16 meters (50′) and that is about a 15-minute walk from town (33°15.3812’N, 129°7.7552’E). Power and water on the docks. There is a toilet nearby, and on the hill above the marina is a hot-spring bath, from which one has a panoramic view of the harbour entrance.
Call the Fishing Co-op at 0959-57-2003 to make reservations at the Fisherina which is open year-end, except New Year’s holiday, but best to have a Japanese speaker make the call. Moorage is ¥1,100 ($11) per night, regardless of boat size.
One can get sightseeing information and rent electric bicycles to explore the island at the Tourist Information Office at the ferry terminal.
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Information provided by Kirk Patterson of Konpira Consulting.
