What is Tarama Island like? A thorough comparison of the two remote islands of Mizuna and Tarama!
Table of Contents
- 1 What is Tarama Island like?
- 2 How to get to Tarama Island
- 3 What is the charm of Tarama Island?
- 4 Popular tourist spots on Tarama Island
- 5 What is Mizuna Island like?
- 6 How to get to Mizuna Island
- 7 Recommended by staff living on Mizuna Island! Introduction of recommended sightseeing spots on Mizuna Island
- 8 Activities on Mizuna Island
- 9 Difference between Tarama Island and Mizuna Island
- 10 summary
What is Tarama Island like?
Tarama Island is located between Miyako Island and Ishigaki Island.Picturesque circular islandIt is.
Because the transportation system is not yet developed within Tarama Island,rent-a-carand ... andrent-a-cycleIt is recommended to tour the island by There are buses that circle the village at regular intervals, so it is a good idea to use them if time permits!
It takes about 30 minutes by car or 2 hours by bicycle to go around the island.
How to get to Tarama Island
There are two ways to reach Tarama Island: by plane or by boat from Miyako Island.
There are many airplanes operating from the main island of Okinawa to Miyako Island,Approx. 50 min.The hotel arrives at the
(2) Miyako Island to Tarama Island
◆ By Air: From Miyako Airport to Tarama Airport
For ◆Boat: "Ferry Tarama III" from Taira Port to Tarama Island,9:00 A.M.The ship will depart on
*Since the service is closed on Sundays and the hours may vary depending on the time of year, it is recommended that you inquire in advance to confirm the hours when you plan to travel to Tarama Island.
What is the charm of Tarama Island?
Tarama Island is no less than a famous resort,Many attractionsIt has the potential tobeautiful sea, ,Nature overflowing with greenery, ,sugarcane fieldThere are many highlights, including
You can enjoy the island on a day trip, but to fully appreciate the charm of Tarama Island, we recommend staying overnight☆.
Popular tourist spots on Tarama Island
Although Tarama Island is not a tourist destination, there are still several spots that are popular among tourists.
We have carefully selected a few of them, so let's check them out in order.
Furusato Seaside Park
On Tarama IslandMost popular beach! If you want to enjoy the sea on Tarama Island, Furusato Seaside Park is the place to go.
◆With a view of Mizuna Island
◆Calm waves in shallow water
◆Snorkeling can also be enjoyed
◆Barbecue available
◆showers, toilets, parking available
Short walk from Maedomari Port
Approximately 14 minutes by car from Futenma Port
Take a paid bus and get off at Tarama Island Town Hall, then walk about 15 minutes.
Yaeyama Observation Deck
Tarama Island's most scenic spotsOh my god!!!The Yaeyama Observatory is a nationally designated historic site and is located at an elevation of 33 meters, the highest point on Tarama Island.
◆Nationally designated historic site
◆Masonry watchtower remaining from the 17th century
◆Overlooking Tarama Island
◆ and enjoy beautiful views of the surrounding ocean.
If you rent a car...
◇About 15 minutes from Tarama Airport
Approximately 15 minutes from Futenma Port
Approximately 25 minutes on foot from Maedomari Port
Furusato Folk Learning Center
Enjoy learning about the history, folklore, and culture of Tarama Island.Furusato Folk Study Hall is a popular recommendation on Tarama Island.
You can feel the culture of both Miyako Island and Yaeyama.
◆Listen to commentary by staff
◆Learn about the culture and dialect of Tarama Island.
◆Traditional event "August Dance
◆Experience the unique culture of Tarama Island
◆Reasonable admission fee (200 yen for adults)
Next, I would like to introduce Minna-jima Island (水納島). Mizuna Island is a small island located only 1 km from the main island of Okinawa. Because of its crescent moon-like shape, it is calledCroissant IslandIt is also known by the nickname "the ↓ First time visitors to Mizuna Island are also welcome☆. There are two ways to get to Mizuna Island: by yourself on a ferry departing from Watakuchi Port in Motobu Town, or by joining a tour. ◆Ferry tickets cannot be reserved in advance, only same-day tickets are sold, so you need to get there early to secure your tickets. If you join a tour, you can go on the tour company's own ship, which is more convenient. ◆Bus ◆Ferry ↓For more information about the ferry to Mizuna Island, click here. Click here for tours with ferry to Mizuna Island
There are a number of spots on the island, but this time we will focus on the unique character of Mizuna Island.Three beachesto the following. Click here to see the ranking of popular tours to Mizuna Island.
On Mizuna IslandMost Popular Beachesis Mizuna Beach. Located just a short distance from the harbor, this beautiful beach is the first thing you see when you arrive on Mizuna Island. Learn more about the beach The beach below the lighthouse can be reached by walking east from Mizuna Beach. Although it does not have an official name, it is called "the beach under the lighthouse" because it is located under the Mizuna Island Lighthouse. Learn more about the beach below the lighthouse Seagull Rock Beach is the beach facing the south side of the island, opposite Mizuna Harbor and Mizuna Beach. ▼Learn more about the beach at Seagull Rock Next time, please come to Mizuna Island.Activities for you to enjoyI would like to list some of the All of these activities are perfect for enjoying the Okinawan sea, so be sure to check them out following the sightseeing spots! Snorkeling is a good balance of ease and satisfaction,Most Popular ActivitiesIt is no exaggeration to say. Snorkeling involves using a snorkel for breathing and visibility, protecting oneself with a wetsuit or rash guard, and enjoying the dive into the ocean while wading through the water with the fins of your feet. ↓Click here for popular snorkeling tours ↓Learn more about snorkeling As well as snorkeling,Diving ActivitiesDiving is very popular as a This one requires a specialized training course in order to officially participate.LicensedHowever, there is a great attraction to diving that transcends the high barriers to entry. ↓Click here for popular diving tours. ↓Learn more about diving When people think of activities in Okinawa, they tend to think only of things to do in the ocean,Taste the bright blue sky of the tropics.Parasailing is also very popular. Parasailing is a water bike that pulls you over the ocean.Floating in the Air Activityand if you experience it on Mizuna Island, you will be able to enjoy the spectacular view that only a remote island can offer. ↓Click here for popular parasailing tours ↓Learn more about parasailing Tarama Island and Mizuna Island are both located in Okinawa, but in factApprox. 340 kmare also far apart. This is,Distance from Tokyo to SendaiIt is about the same as Note that it is easy to confuse the two, but Mizuna Island is located only 1 km west of the main island of Okinawa. The route from Mizuna Island to Tarama Island is to take a boat to the main island of Okinawa, fly from Naha Airport to Miyako Island, and then take a ferry from Miyako Island to Tarama Island. However, the boat from Mizuna Island to the main island of Okinawa is1 flight per dayThere is only Therefore, the number of flights from Mizuna Island to Tarama Island is few and time-consuming,Plan in advance.We recommend that you do the following How about Tarama Island and Mizuna Island, I have introduced you to sightseeing on these two islands. All of these islands are remote, but each has its own distinct charm. If you are planning to visit the remote islands of Okinawa, please visit Tarama Island and Mizuna Island. ↓Click here to read the article.
◇About 9 minutes by car/25 minutes on foot from Maedomari Port
Approximately 13 minutes by car from Futenma Port
◇ ◇Bus: Get off at "Tarama Village Hall" and walk about 8 minutes.
What is Mizuna Island like?
Click here for recommended tours of Mizuna IslandHow to get to Mizuna Island
(2) Take a ferry from Watakuchi Port
(in Japanese history)Or join a tour and save money as the ferry and activities are included!)
Approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes from Naha Airport to Watakuchi Port
Free parking available at Watakuchi Port
Take Yanbaru Express Bus and get off at "Motobu Museum Mae" bus stop.
10 min. walk from the museum to Watakuchi Port.
Approx. 2 hours
From Watakuchi Port to Mizuna Island: 15 min.
Fare: 1,710 yen round trip
No advance reservations
Early purchase is recommended due to high crowds during the summer season.Recommended by staff living on Mizuna Island!
Introduction of recommended sightseeing spots on Mizuna Island
Suina Beach
◆White shining sandy beach
Just a short walk from the Port of ◆.
◆Jellyfish prevention nets installed
◆Supervisory staff on duty (summer)
Shower rooms, toilets, changing rooms, and a storeBeach below the lighthouse
◆Fewer people, so you can feel more private.
◆Popular snorkeling spot
You can either walk eastward along the coast or walk once to the village and then follow the road to the eastern part of the island.
Seagull Rock Beach
If you stay on the road leading from the village to the southern part of the island, you will not get lost.
Activities on Mizuna Island
snorkeling
diving
parasailing
Difference between Tarama Island and Mizuna Island
Access from Mizuna Island to Tarama Island
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