FukuokaCat islands
Ainoshima Island
A historic island off Shingu, Fukuoka, where community cats receive ongoing care and attract many cat-loving visitors.
About 20 min by municipal ferry from Shingu Port
On-location photograph; location checked against the Wikimedia Commons source record
On-location photograph; location checked against the Wikimedia Commons source recordPlan your visit
Cat places
- Access
- About 20 min by municipal ferry from Shingu Port
- Hours
- Plan around the ferry timetable
- Closures
- Check Shingu Town for cancellations and schedule changes
- Admission
- Check the Shingu ferry timetable for fares
Before you go
Before you visit
This is a residential island and its community cats are managed. Do not feed them independently; respect private property and residents.
Sources & verification
Information verification
- Method
- Official website
- Last checked
- ● Recheck due2026.08.28
- Current status
- Listed
- Source
- Open source ↗
Transport, opening hours and local rules may change. Always check official information before visiting.
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