Kurile Islands Collection

Map of the north extension of Kurile Islands, c.1900 (engraving)
533332 Map of the north extension of Kurile Islands, c.1900 (engraving); (add.info.: Map of the north extension of Kurile Islands (then part of Japan), circa 1902

Map of Japan and Korea, c.1900 (engraving)
533031 Map of Japan and Korea, c.1900 (engraving); (add.info.: Map of Japan and Korea, with insets of Kurile Islands, Liu-Kiu Islands and Formosa, circa 1902)

The Kurile Islands (engraving)
3654116 The Kurile Islands (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Kurile Islands)

Albatross. Kuril Islands, Russia
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Kuril Islands, Russia
Andrew Stewart / SpecialistStock

Common Murres. Tyuleniy Island, Kuril Islands, Russia
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Fur Seal. Tyuleniy Island, Kuril Islands, Russia
Andrew Stewart / SpecialistStock

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The Kurile Islands are a remote and rugged chain of volcanic islands stretching between Russia's Kamchatka Peninsula and Japan's Hokkaido Island. These stunning islands are home to diverse wildlife, including seals, sea lions, and seabirds. The indigenous Ainu people have inhabited the islands for centuries, living off the land and sea. Despite their beauty, They have been a source of tension between Russia and Japan due to a territorial dispute that has lasted for decades. With their dramatic landscapes and unique culture, the Kurile Islands offer an unforgettable adventure for those willing to make the journey to this remote corner of the world.