[2025 Kitakyushu Attraction] Travel Guide for Aino Island (Updated Apr)

Cat Island is about a 40-minute boat ride from Kokura Station. When you arrive on the island, you'll be greeted by lots of cats! The island itself is very small, and it takes about 2 hours to go around it. If you go further into the island, you'll see the pristine coastline, although there are fewer cats. There are no convenience stores on the island, so be sure to buy drinks and food beforehand!

[Fukuoka Ainoshima Island (Cat Island)] Do you like cats? If so, you should visit Fukuoka Ainoshima Island, where there are more cats than people. A 20-minute boat ride from Fukuoka Shingu Port takes you to Ainoshima Island, where cats are everywhere you walk!! Cats greet you on the streets, in houses, in alleys, and even inside restaurants, so I couldn't stop taking pictures. Since many tourists visit, there are also restaurants and cafes, so check the boat schedule and enjoy them. #FukuokaTravel #Fukuoka #SmallCityTravel #HiddenTravelDestinations #Cats #CatVillage #Japan #JapanHotPlaces #JapanTravel #WithNature

For cat lovers, Aoshima is a must-see. The small Japanese island is better known by another name – Cat Island. For cat lovers, Aoshima is a must-see. The small Japanese island is better known by another name – Cat Island. It’s not Japan’s only cat island (there are approximately 10 in total), but it’s arguably the most famous. Decades ago, fishermen brought cats over to the island to reduce the rodent populations, which were infesting the fisherman’s boats. But with no natural predators on the island, the cats quickly multiplied and now roam wild in astonishing population numbers. Conversely, the human population declined as Aaoshima was no longer a central fishing hub. Today, Cat Island is a tranquil, tiny island in Japan that’s caught the attention of the world thanks to various coverage and social media. It’s seen an influx in visitors in recent years who’re eager to see cats roam uninhibited, but there are a few things guests should know before traveling to Cat Island. Below, we look at the top ten things about this unique island that potential visitors should be aware of beforehand. Respecting the unspoken rules of the island and, most importantly, not interfering with the wild cats is of the utmost importance. Here's what visitors should know. Cat Island in Japan is that many of the felines carry diseases. Unfortunately, due to the lack of veterinarian services on the island, many cats and kittens become infected with various illnesses. Some younger cats don't live long here, either. #placetosee #stunningbeach #beachparty #beachlovers #topbeach #placetovisit #bestbeach #travel #perfectbeach #localescapes #helloautumn #beachvacation #hotelstaycation