Awaji Island
The largest island in the Seto Inland Sea, located in the eastern part of the Seto Inland Sea. It faces the Akashi Straits, Kitan Straits, and Naruto Straits. The northern and southern areas are mountainous, and the central area is a plain. The climate is mild, with a flourishing agricultural industry.
Nishiki-e and Paintings
六十余州名所図会 淡路 五色浜
諸国六十八景
Photos
日本百景 下 2版
日本之名勝
日本名勝風俗大写真帖
Landmarks around Awaji Island
Naruto Strait Tokushima Wakanoura Wakayama Akashi Maikohama Kimiidera Temple Ikuta Shrine Kobe Himeji Castle
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