Okinoshima (Fukuoka)

Okinoshima (沖ノ島, Okinoshima) is an island, part of the city of Munakata, Fukuoka, Japan. It is considered sacred land by the local Munakata Taisha. The island's population consists of a single employee of the shrine. The entire island is considered a shinto kami, and the island is off limits to women.

Map of Okinoshima, Fukuoka Prefecture, Japan

In 2009 the island was submitted for future inscription on the UNESCO World Heritage List as part of the serial nomination Okinoshima Island and Related Sites in Munakata Region.

The island covers area of 240 acres and has maximum elevation of 799' (244 m).