Moneron

The southeastern coast hosts the region's largest seashore colony of birds.

Moneron is a remote, uninhabited island located in the Strait of Tartary, approximately 56 kilometers from Sakhalin Island in Russia. Once home to a population of 2,000 under Japanese control, it became completely uninhabited by the 1970s and was designated as Russia's first marine nature park. Review of Natural Features & Wildlife moneron

Thanks to the warm Tsushima Current, the turquoise waters are unusually transparent and temperate, supporting diverse marine life including ringed seals, largha seals, and large Steller sea lion rookeries. The southeastern coast hosts the region's largest seashore

The surrounding reefs and clear water make it a premier destination for divers. Visitor Information & Accommodations 000 under Japanese control