Muslim Friendly Japan
Engetsu Island (Shirahama)

Engetsu Island (Shirahama)

円月島

Engetsu Island is a small, uninhabited islet off the coast of Shirahama. The sea has worn a round hole through its center, shaped like a full moon. It is a famous natural landmark that visitors view from the shore. Many people come at sunset, when the sun can be seen through the arch.

Open in Google Maps ↗ Directions ↗

Visitor information

Getting there

Only the Meiko loop bus from Shirahama Station serves the area; get off at the Rinkai (Engetsujima) stop.

Time needed

Sandanbeki, Senjojiki and Engetsu Island can be visited together in a relaxed half day.

Hours and fees can change. Please check the official website before you go.

Good to know

  • Sunset is the most beautiful time to see the island.

Tips for Muslim visitors

  • The island is known as the Kansai region's foremost spot for viewing sunsets.
  • Sandanbeki, Senjojiki and Engetsuto can all be visited together in a leisurely half day.
  • Natural sites may have few facilities. Bring water, a travel prayer mat and a qibla app, and check the weather; mountains and lakes can be much colder than the city.
  • Restrooms for wudu can be far apart on trails. Many Muslim travellers carry a small water bottle for wudu.
  • Plan your visit around prayer times. Below are today's prayer times for Wakayama and the verified places to pray nearby.
  • Food stalls and shops near popular sights usually do not have halal certification. Check the ingredients, or choose from the verified places on this site.

Prayer times in Wakayama

Today (5 Nov 2026)

  1. Fajr04:47
  2. Sunrise06:22
  3. Dhuhr11:45
  4. Asr14:41
  5. Maghrib17:03
  6. Isha18:28

Times are calculated for Wakayama City. Times may differ elsewhere in Wakayama.

Next 7 days →

Places to pray near Engetsu Island (Shirahama)

We have not verified a place to pray near here yet. Many large stations, airports and department stores in Japan have prayer rooms.

How to find a place to pray in Japan →

Halal food near Engetsu Island (Shirahama)

We have not verified a halal restaurant near here yet. Until then, these guides can help you choose food safely:

Reviews from visitors

No reviews yet. Be the first to share your visit.

Write a review
Your rating

Reviews are checked before they appear. Please do not include personal information or links.

Map

Is something wrong or out of date? Please tell us so we can check again. Contact us →

Photo: 663highland, CC BY 2.5, via Wikimedia Commons

Sources (Checked 5 Nov 2026): japan.travel, visitwakayama.jp