Hashima Island, Nagasaki Prefecture, Japan

In order for the property to be designated as a World Heritage, the processes is: preparation of the nomination letter attesting the value of the property; a field investigation after the property nomination by the Japanese government to UNESCO; discuted of the proposal by the UNESCO World Heritage Committee.
Landing on the island
On August 23, 2005, landing was permitted to journalists only. The scene of the ruined locations on the island was broadcast in the media. Originally, Nagasaki City planned restoration of a pier for the prospective tourist landing in April 2008. In addition, a 220 metre long visitor walkway was planned (entrance to unsafe building areas is to be prohibited).