【可愛さバグってる🐰💗】 大久野島のウサギたちが天使すぎた…！

【可愛さバグってる🐰💗】 大久野島のウサギたちが天使すぎた…！

Hello! This is Maru from the Maru Travel Channel. This time, I went to “Rabbit Island,” a floating island in the Seto Inland Sea of ​​Hiroshima Prefecture. Surprisingly, a ton of wild rabbits live here ! What kind of island is it? Let’s go! Here we go! This time, we’re heading to Okunoshima, also known as “Rabbit Island,” located in the Seto Inland Sea of ​​Hiroshima Prefecture . Okunoshima is an uninhabited island off the coast of Takehara City, Hiroshima Prefecture. The nearest station is Tadanoumi Station on the JR Kure Line, and ferries depart from Tadanoumi Port, about a 5-minute walk away . We’ve arrived. This is Tadanoumi Port. There’s a parking lot, so don’t worry if you’re coming by car. I was happy that parking was free. Now, let’s go buy a ticket. The ticket counter is right in front of the boarding area, and it looks like they sell souvenirs too. Oh! Is that green and white ferry going to Okunoshima? Beyond the calm Seto Inland Sea lies a small island inhabited by many rabbits. The ferry ride takes approximately 15 minutes. The one-way fare is 360 yen for adults and 180 yen for children under elementary school age. Tickets can be purchased at the ticket machine at the port. Please note that cash is the only accepted method. Let’s board the ferry. It’s convenient that you can also disembark by car. I hand my ticket to the crew and off we go! Isn’t there something exciting about ferries? Oh, there’s a rabbit papercut sticker on the window. So cute! I can’t wait to see the rabbits. This is the entire Tadanoumi Port as seen from the ferry. It’s the Seto Inland Sea, but the water is quite beautiful. It ‘s clear and has beautiful colors. The pink building you see directly ahead is where the ticket office and shop are located. Now, before you land on Rabbit Island, let’s remember some island rules. ~1~ Do not hold or chase rabbits. Wild rabbits are not used to being held , so they may get scared and thrash around, falling and breaking bones or injuring themselves. Because they are wild, even if they are injured, they cannot be taken to a veterinary hospital. 2. Don’t feed rabbits on the road . Bicycles and cars are on the road, which is dangerous. Absorbed in their food, rabbits don’t see their surroundings. They may suddenly sense danger and crash into passing bicycles or cars. 3. Don’t leave leftover food lying around. If rabbit food gets damp, rabbits won’t eat it. Raw vegetables also quickly spoil. Crows will come and attack rabbits. Also, leaving food in rabbit burrows will alert crows to the presence of rabbits and target baby rabbits. 4. Don’t feed rabbits human food . Rabbits will become ill if they eat human food. Bread and snacks can also cause illness. Rabbits also cannot eat potatoes and other tubers. 5. Don’t ride a rental bicycle. Absorbed in their food, rabbits won’t notice approaching bicycles. They may get startled and crash into passing bicycles, causing the bicycle to fall over. 6. Don’t take island rabbits home. The Wildlife Protection Act prohibits capturing wild animals without permission from the Ministry of the Environment . Even if you take a cute rabbit home to keep, some may carry parasites or diseases, resulting in expensive veterinary bills . ~Part 7~ Rabbits kept as pets on the island rather than abandoned will not survive in the island’s harsh environment. They will not be able to join the territorial rabbits and will not live long. ~Part 8~ Watch out for rabbits under your car. Parked cars provide a good hiding place for rabbits. In summer, they also provide shade, making them a great place for rabbits to hide. Rabbits are surprisingly reluctant to move even when the engine is running, so double-check before moving your car. ~Part 9~ Watch quietly and gently, and even if you see a rabbit , watch quietly without making any loud noises . If you take a photo you like, you can share it with the world. ~Part 10~ Fill the rabbit’s water bowl with water. While there is spring water for rabbits living in the mountains, water in the bowl is a lifeline for rabbits living on flat land such as around the hotel. While we were talking, we arrived on the island. I immediately began searching for rabbits. This small island is approximately 4km in circumference, and you can walk around it in about 2 hours. This island is home to an astounding 600 to 1,000 wild rabbits. Their adorableness has earned them international acclaim , often appearing on Instagram and TikTok. But how did the rabbit population increase so dramatically? There are several theories, but the most likely is that in the 1970s , a few rabbits kept at a school were released onto the island, where they rapidly multiplied in an environment without predators. Today, the island is a rare rabbit paradise, even in a world where humans and rabbits coexist. Oh, the bus you see here isn’t a regular bus. Please note that there are no regular buses on the island. This bus is operated by Hotel Kyuka Mura. To get around the island, you can rent bicycles from Kyuka Mura or walk. If you’re just looking to see the rabbits and head back, walking is perfectly fine. We also walked around the island. It felt like we were the furthest away from Kyuka Mura. It was about time to see the rabbits, our real reason for coming to the island: to see the rabbits. Oh, there’s a group of people gathered around. Could they be rabbits? Ah, there they are! Rabbits! But it’s facing backwards! Let’s go find a different kind of rabbit. Oh, I forgot to mention something important. Actually, rabbit food isn’t sold on the island. So, make sure to buy some before boarding the ferry . This feels like a campsite. The sidewalks are well-constructed and easy to walk on. The view is great, too, making this campsite a great place. Plus, there are rabbits all around. It’s a charm you won’t find at other campsites. There’s a rabbit! It was under the sidewalk. What is it? It’s so cute! Even the way it stands is cute. It’s so nice to see so many of them come to eat the food. This is a story that will captivate not only children but adults too. Let’s learn a little bit about rabbits. Rabbit Trivia – Part 1 – Rabbits are drawn to people because of their curiosity . They say rabbits are friendly, but it’s actually rabbits that are drawn to people because they’re curious. Rabbit Trivia – Part 2 – It’s amazing that rabbits can see in almost all directions, 360 degrees . You never know when you’ll be attacked by an enemy. Rabbit trivia #3: The hardest place to see them is directly in front of you. So, “They’re looking at you” is a mistake; the correct answer is “They’re hard to see you.” There’s a pier here, too. Do small boats stop here? Oh, there’s already a rabbit over here. I wonder if it’ll eat its food? Its munching is so cute. But it has a territory, so it doesn’t like to stray too far from its spot . This rabbit is taking a rest. I wonder what it’ll do if I put food in front of its nose? Oh, its nose is twitching. Is it awake? Is it smelling it? Will it eat it? What will happen if I bring another one? No, it won’t wake up. What are these? They’re clearly rabbit ears. Oh, I get it. If you stand there, you can become a rabbit and take photos, which is a great spot. Huh? A sound amplifier? Wow, so you can experience how rabbits hear. That’s interesting. When I actually listened to it, it felt like a microphone that could pick up sounds that normally can’t be heard . Hmm. What is it? Is it collecting and using sunlight? Let’s see. What is this? I’ve never seen anything like it. Okunoshima is home to so many adorable rabbits, but it also has another side to it. It’s the memory of the wartime era, when it was called the island that was erased from maps . In fact, Okunoshima was once a poison gas manufacturing base for the Japanese Army . The Okunoshima Poison Gas Museum is located in the center of the island, where you can see valuable documents from that time. Other equipment used for poison gas manufacturing still remains, revealing the island’s history far removed from that of a rabbit island. And here are the remains of the air-raid shelter for executives. Used to protect against air raids, it speaks to the tense situation the islanders found themselves in. Incidentally, employees didn’t have shelters like this one; instead, they simply dug a hole about one meter into the ground and covered it with grass. Despite this history, Okunoshima is now a popular tourist destination known as Rabbit Island, attracting visitors from all over the world. Hotel Kyuka Mura is the only accommodation on Onoshima Island . Located along the coast near the center of the island, Kyuka Mura offers views of the calm waters of the Seto Inland Sea from the guest rooms. In fact, there is a deep and special bond between Okunoshima and Kyuka Mura . After the war, the island was left desolate and deserted , with only a destroyed poison gas facility remaining . However, this island, located within the Seto Inland Sea National Park and featuring beautiful ocean and tranquil nature, was reborn in a way that would balance nature conservation and tourism! Kyuka Mura Okunoshima was built with this goal in mind . Today, rabbits abound everywhere you walk on the island . While many people visit the island to admire their adorable creatures , Kyuka Mura also plays a major role in maintaining the island’s current appearance as a rabbit paradise . We’re approaching the entrance. There are a lot of people, perhaps guests? From the outside, it looks like a four-story building. Perhaps the net on the fence on the right is to keep rabbits out. Kyuka Mura Okunoshima offers plans starting at around 12,000 yen per person . Please note that the hours may vary depending on the season and the type of room . Let’s take a look inside. I wonder what it’s like. Oh! There’s something intriguing up front. A rabbit on a boat. And it’s steering it! This is definitely a place you have to take a photo with. Looking up close, the rabbit looks quite realistic. There seems to be a shop-like corner in the back. It’s intriguing, isn’t it? Let’s take a look. Oh! What’s that in the very front? Rabbit Island exclusive momiji manju!? The packaging is cute, too, making it the perfect souvenir. And behind that are T-shirts. The design is cute. It’s nice to have a variety of colors to choose from: black, red, and pink . Over here are takosen (octopus crackers). Over here are alcoholic beverages. Maybe I’ll buy some as a souvenir for myself. Are these snacks? Maybe? Hmm? Rabbit boogers!? That’s interesting. A great souvenir with a little something in it. Over here, there are products made with Setouchi lemons. Setouchi lemons have become famous in recent years. There are also a variety of rabbit-themed products. Of course, if you visit Rabbit Island, you’ll want to buy some rabbit merchandise to take home as a memento. My family buys magnets from our travel destinations and puts them on the refrigerator. It’s fun to look at them and reminisce from time to time. Unfortunately, we couldn’t find any Okunoshima-exclusive magnets at the shop here . Oh! I found a stuffed rabbit! It’s so cute. It’s so fluffy. Oh, there’s something on the wall. Usanchu Cafe!? Apparently they serve Takehara burgers and rabbit nose soft serve ice cream. Outside again, I spotted two rabbits warming each other. Are they a little cold? Oh! They’re pretty forceful. I wonder what the brown rabbit is thinking? He seems a little annoying, but I’ll ask him. Hey, are you two friends? Yes, you are. We are! This rabbit is sensitive to the cold and very clingy . Oh, I see. Thank you for your answer. It’s getting more and more stressful, but is it okay? This rabbit is full of energy. He wants food too. Hmm. So cute. This rabbit’s tail is just adorable. Rabbit trivia – Part 4 – All the rabbits on Okunoshima are long-eared breeds. Apparently, many wild rabbits have short ears, but the rabbits here are pet breeds with long ears. Now, which rabbit will it be next ? Wow! What a surprise! Three rabbits are chasing each other. They came out with great force – it’s scary to drive a car here. Everyone, please be careful when traveling around the island by car or bicycle . The rabbits shouldn’t jump out too far. They’re still chasing each other . They’re full of energy. Is this the Okunoshima Visitor Center ? What’s this? Wait, are they connected? Is this tree still alive? Amazing! I’ve never seen anything like this before! The roots are coming out from inside the house ! And before that, there’s a big tree growing inside the house. There’s a rabbit in front of this stone monument. Oh , there’s another one behind this one too. These ones are cute too . Ah, it’s holding a maple leaf in its mouth . I wonder if it wants food ? Oh , it ‘s coming at me, … This rabbit has such beautiful fur! I wonder what they’re talking about with each other. Oh, there’s one over here too. Wow, so tiny! They’re still baby rabbits. There are three of them. Their ears look a little short. Oh, one of them came out. Aaah, so cute. I wonder if it’ll eat the food? Hmm. Maybe it’s a little too big? It won’t eat it. But it’s so cute munching away. Oh, another rabbit came out. It’s so curious about the food . Oh, this one did eat it. They’re all munching away ! Oh, they’re back! I’m glad they seem to like the food. Well, it’s almost time for our fun tour of Rabbit Island. There are still many things to see on the island, such as the remains of a battery, a power plant, and a gunpowder storehouse, as well as observation decks with great views . We’ll save those for next time. I’m back on the ferry, heading back to Tadanoumi Port. There are quite a few people on the ferry. It feels like it’s been days since I last came to this island . I’ve always wanted to visit, so I’m really glad I finally made it. If you’re wondering what to do, I highly recommend it. Oh, but I should check the weather forecast and avoid rainy days. The ferry slowly moves away from Okunoshima. As the sea breeze blows , I quietly recall the events of the day on the island. Those little rabbits that greeted me when I first disembarked at the port that morning . While they’re all called rabbits, some are big, some are small, some are quiet, and some are active , running around and begging for food . Okunoshima also has another hidden side: during wartime, this small island was erased from maps and a secret facility was located there. The remains of poison gas facilities and air-raid shelters, which still remain, speak to us today of the cruelty of war. Today, the peaceful scenery of rabbits living leisurely undoubtedly harbors a dark past. It’s this contrast that makes Okunoshima truly relevant. This scenery is somehow nostalgic and slightly sad , possessing a mysterious charm that naturally makes you want to return . We’ve arrived at Tadanoumi Port. Before you know it, we’ve arrived while admiring the scenery. Oh, a cute sign is welcoming us back! I’ll go and see that building on the right now. There are a lot of people heading to Okunoshima now, and I wonder if many of them are planning to stay at the Vacation Village. This building is so cute. Since we didn’t have much time on the way there, we didn’t get to see much of the inside of the building. Oh, by the way, the ferry ticket machine is right here. Please note that it only accepts cash. There are various goods for sale inside the store, most of which are rabbit-related, so there’s plenty to choose from. There are also many original goods, so if you see something you like, be sure to pick it up. These key chains and wooden clips are super cute. I think I’ll buy some to take home. These are hard-to-find items, so it’s really fun. So, everyone, what did you think of Rabbit Island? It was a bit surprising to learn that it used to be an island filled with poisonous gas, but there were lots of rabbits and we had a really fun time. If you found the video interesting, please give it a thumbs up and subscribe to the channel . We hope you can have lots of fun trips and will continue to provide you with useful information when choosing a travel destination , so please continue to support us. See you again soon. Please subscribe to the channel.

広島県にある “うさぎ島” として有名な 大久野島に行ってきました！
島全体に約600~1000匹の野生うさぎが暮らしていて、どこを歩いても可愛い姿に癒されます🐰💕
本動画では、
・大久野島へのアクセス（忠海港〜フェリー）
・注意点（餌やり・マナー）
・島で出会える野生うさぎたちの様子
・島の歴史
・休暇村大久野島について
など、“これから大久野島へ行く人が役立つ情報” を詰め込みました！
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今回の動画のタイムテーブル
00:00 オープニング
00:19 忠海港
02:31 うさぎ島のルール紹介
05:32 大久野島に上陸
11:50 大久野島の闇（毒ガス資料館・防空壕跡）
13:20 休暇村大久野島
18:08 かわいいうさぎ達
23:25 帰りのフェリー
25:54 忠海港の売店紹介
27:40 エンディング

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