Sakushima, the Island of Art | Aichi Prefecture's 'Sakushima'

Sakushima, one of the three major islands of Aichi Prefecture, is also known as the Island of Art due to the various artistic forms that can be seen everywhere on the island. Sakushima belongs to Nishio City in Aichi Prefecture and is a small island in Mikawa Bay. Along with Himakajima and Shinojima, it is referred to as the 'Aichi Three Islands'. It only takes 25 minutes by boat from Aichi Prefecture. In 2001, in order to bring a turnaround to the rapidly depopulating Sakushima, the government launched a new plan that combined tradition, nature, and art, setting up multiple art installations on the island. In addition, many artists have taken up residence, giving Sakushima not only its original natural scenery but also a literary and artistic atmosphere, earning it the nickname 'Island of Art' 🎨