Shima - The International Journal of Research into Island Cultures is an academic journal dedicated to the study of island cultures. This magazine is committed to providing a platform for researchers and scholars around the world to showcase and exchange research results on island culture, society, history, language, environment, and economy. It covers a wide range of disciplinary topics, including but not limited to island sociology, island anthropology, island history, island linguistics, island ecology, island economics, island tourism research, island literature and art, and more.

As an international academic journal, the journal ensures the high quality and academic value of its published articles through a rigorous peer review process. The editorial team is composed of experts in island studies from around the world, who are responsible for ensuring the diversity and depth of the journal's content. The publication cycle and format of this magazine may vary depending on the year and specific volume, but it is usually published regularly to maintain close ties with the academic community.