How to get to Kumejima? Introducing recommended activities!
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Located at the westernmost tip of
Kumejima
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A remote island surrounded by beautiful coral reefs
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A tourist attraction with crystal clear waters and plenty of magnificent nature remaining
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This time How to get to Kumejima or, Recommended Activities Introducing To do.
Any plan Traveling with children, girls, large groups It can be enjoyed by a variety of groups, so please take a look.
table of contents
- 1 What kind of island is Kumejima, Okinawa?
- 2 How to get to Kumejima
- 3 [Okinawa main island → Kumejima] How to get there by plane
- 4 [Okinawa main island → Kumejima] How to get there by ferry
- 5 Recommended activities on Kumejima
- 6 Let's go to Kumejima!
- 7 Feature articles recommended by the editorial department
What kind of island is Kumejima, Okinawa?
Kumejima teeth, Okinawa main island An island located about 100km west of is.
The most beautiful island in the Ryukyu Islands
And because hydroponic cultivation was popular,
From the Ryukyu Dynasty
Kumi Island
It has been called
.
The beauty remains the same,
In 1983 (Showa 58),
The entire island is designated as a prefectural natural park.
It has been.
The charm of Kumejima is, above all,
Pure white sand and cobalt blue sea
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Known as the most beautiful in the Orient,
Hatenohama Beach
There are many beaches that attract many people, including
doing.
The surroundings of Kumejima 1,000m deep sea for, Whale shark or Humpback Whale , Dolphin , Manta , Hammerhead Shark Such, There is also a wide variety of marine life .
How to get to Kumejima
People from all over the country come to Kumejima. Okinawa main island The basic way to get there is via is.
First,
plane
From each starting point using
Naha Airport
fart
.
Naha
from
Kumejima
for,
Plane or ferry
I'll head there
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Flight to Naha Airport operates from the following cities nationwide: Please refer to the following information.
| region | Name of a city |
|---|---|
| Hokkaido | New Chitose (Sapporo) |
| Tohoku | Sendai |
| Hokuriku | Niigata, Komatsu |
| Kanto Koshin | Tokyo (Haneda and Narita), Ibaraki |
| Tokai | Nagoya, Shizuoka |
| Kinki | Osaka (Kansai, Itami), Kobe |
| China | Hiroshima, Okayama, Iwakuni |
| Shikoku | Matsuyama, Takamatsu |
| Kyushu | Fukuoka, Kitakyushu, Nagasaki, Kumamoto, Miyazaki, Kagoshima, Amami, Yoron, Okinoerabu |
There are direct flights from Tokyo (Haneda) to Kumejima for a limited time.
Kumejima To get there, The basic route is via Naha Airport (Okinawa main island) but, Summer only in Direct flights from Tokyo (Haneda) to Kumejima Operated by will be done.
You can go nonstop
For,
Use your time effectively and travel easily
!
Recommended for families traveling during summer vacation
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the next is, From Okinawa main island to Kumejima How to get there by plane and ferry Introducing To do!
[Okinawa main island → Kumejima] How to get there by plane
Okinawa main island from Kumejima Hey, JAL (JTA/RAC) Operated by doing.
6 flights per day And, Flight time is approximately 35 minutes (*Information posted on the JAL official website, as of May 2024)
[Okinawa main island → Kumejima] How to get there by ferry
Okinawa main island from Kumejima fart ferry To get there, It is located about 5km from Naha Airport. Depart from Tomarin Port To do.
From Tomarin Port to Kumejima Kanegusuku Port We aim to There are 1-2 flights per day , The flight takes about 3 hours by direct flight. , Approximately 3 hours and 30 minutes via Tonaki Island (As of May 2024)
The operation schedule may change depending on the season, wave conditions, and boat maintenance.
Therefore, before visiting Kumejima,
Kume Shosen (Ferry operating company)
It is a good idea to check the flight status on the official website.
you know!
How to get from Naha Airport to Tomari Port
From Naha Airport Tomarin Port To get there, Taxi and bus ,or monorail You can go there by !
taxi
When using
The journey takes 15 to 20 minutes.
About
The estimated price is 1,500 yen
is.
bus
In the case of
About 25 minutes
It takes time, but
The fee is 240 yen
And reasonably priced.
monorail
In the case of Naha Airport, the closest station to Tomarin is
It takes about 14 minutes to "Miebashi Station" and costs 300 yen.
is.
At Tomari Port
2 parking lots
with a capacity of 600 and 60 cars respectively.
During peak seasons, the parking lot may be full, so if you are worried about this, we recommend using public transportation.
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If you want to bring your car to Kumejima
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Vehicles can be transported by ferry
!
However, in addition to passenger fares
Car shipping charges will apply
.
The specific amount is
Check out the official website of Kume Shosen (ferry operating company)
Please do so.
Recommended activities on Kumejima
From here, Introducing recommended activities on Kumejima To do!
Marine Activities
There is a beautiful beach Kumejima So, lots of Marine Activities held It has been.
Snorkeling Or jet skis, Canoeing and Kayaking Such, Through your favorite activities Enjoy the ocean of Kumejima can Yo!
Not only during the day, Sunset or under the stars There are also tour plans that allow you to enjoy marine activities. So be sure to check it out below!
[Hatenohama, Kumejima] Enjoy Kumejima from morning to evening! Manzoku Plan
This is a generous plan that includes everything from the boat ride to rental parasols and chairs, as well as snorkeling and marine sports! If you want to spend a whole day enjoying the ocean of Kumejima, this is definitely a great deal! You can choose one type of marine sports, but we recommend searching for sea turtles on a jet ski. You can find them with an amazing 90% chance of success! Swim elegantly in the sea.
[Okinawa, Kumejima] Don't worry if you're not physically fit! Try kayaking
Experience kayaking in a calm place♪ Staff will assist you, so even those who are not physically fit can enjoy it with peace of mind! Kumejima is home to many sea turtles, so you may be able to see them from the kayak. *Please let us know if you have any chronic illnesses. *If you are over 65 years old, please bring a doctor's certificate.
This plan does not support English.
From sunset to sunset, the first star appears in the dim sky, and gradually the stars begin to shine, eventually creating a fantastic night view with the starry sky and moonlight illuminating the water surface. The gradation of the sky during the magic hour, from the bright red of the sunset to darkness, is beautiful. This is a spectacular tour that you can't experience very often. Reservations are accepted until 3:00 p.m. on the day, so you can decide based on the weather.
Among the various courses that allow you to enjoy the sea of Kumejima, this plan is centered on marine sports on the sea. If you want to play in the sea but are not good at diving or swimming, that's fine. You can enjoy various marine sports while wearing a life jacket. Parasols and chairs are also included. You won't be defeated by the ultraviolet rays of Kumejima beach.
Guided tours and photo tours
Kumejima If you want to enjoy it even more, Tours with expert guides It is recommended to participate in !
Kumejima
for,
It is registered under the Ramsar Convention.
Nibuchi Forest
"The streams and wetlands
or,
Traces of the customs of the past remain
cave
Such,
A place where you can feel history and culture
There are many.
By joining a tour with a professional guide, you are sure to get to know Kumejima on a deeper level!
You can take commemorative photos with the starry sky and the Milky Way. Photo Tour Also, there are events such as Why not capture your wonderful memories of Kumejima in photos? What do you think.
[Okinawa, Kumejima] Go on the "Phantom Road"! Trekking tour to uninhabited islands and coral reefs
This plan does not support English.
A nature tour where you can walk along the "phantom road" that is usually at the bottom of the sea and only appears at low tide, exploring tidal flats, uninhabited islands, and coral reefs. The route is easy to walk, so it is suitable for beginners and children. Recommended for those who want to observe nature and living creatures. Tour time (required time): Low tide time (about 2.5 hours) Tour time varies depending on the date. Request
[Okinawa, Kumejima] Walk through a pitch black cave! "Yajiyagama Cave Exploration"
After a lecture on the origins of the cave at the Kumejima Firefly Museum, we will travel by car and walk through the darkness like an underground adventure. We will show you the traces of the customs of the ancient people and the wonders of the creatures connected to the global environment. The tour will take about 1 hour and 45 minutes.
After a lecture on the "Kikuzato Sawa Snake", a symbolic creature of the Ramsar Convention-registered wetlands, and its environment at the Kumejima Firefly Museum, we will move about 5 minutes by car to a registered wetland called Nibuchi Forest, where we will learn about coexistence with nature from traces of people's past lives. The tour will take about 1 hour and 45 minutes.
[Okinawa, Kumejima] Explore the night forest with a professional guide "Mystery Night Watching"
You will explore the building and the surrounding forests and rivers at night, relying only on the light of a flashlight. The lights of the fireflies you find in the forest, the giant eels and crayfish swimming in the river, and the creatures that appear with each season will teach you about the fascinating and important aspects of nature. The tour will take about an hour.
This plan does not support English.
Kumejima has few lights, so you can see the sky covered with stars. We will take memorable photos under the starry sky, which is difficult to capture by yourself.
Hatenohama Landing Tour
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Hatenohama Beach
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Kumejima
To the east of
An uninhabited island about 30 minutes away by ferry
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Boasting the most beautiful scenery in the Orient
It is a popular scenic spot that has attracted attention from all over the world.
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Cobalt blue ocean and pure white sand beaches as far as the eye can see
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Truly a tropical paradise
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In "Hate no Hama"
Snorkeling
or
Kayaking
Tours that allow you to enjoy the beautiful ocean while experiencing the above are popular.
For those who are not good at swimming or who want to enjoy a slow time while watching the sea,
Landing only tour
There is also
.
Choose according to your mood and sightseeing purpose
Please do!
This plan does not support English.
We will guide you to the snorkeling spot recommended by Captain Yassan of Bird Island! Recommended for those who want to enjoy both Hatenohama and snorkeling. The snorkeling point of Bird Island is a spot where you can enjoy a large number and variety of fish and beautiful corals of all sizes. You can also encounter clownfish. (Commonly known as Yassan Point)
[Okinawa Kumejima] Hatenohama Landing Kayak Tour Go to Hatenohama on your own!
This plan does not support English.
We will land on Hatenohama Beach by kayak. We will land on an area of Hatenohama Beach called the Phantom Sand Beach.
This plan includes the minimum rental items such as boat fare and life jackets. You can spend the day relaxing on the beach or enjoy optional marine sports! You can spend your holiday however you like.
We will take you to "Hatenohama", an island made of sand and coral fragments, located about 3 km southeast of Kumejima, while enjoying a 25-minute ocean floor tour on a glass-bottom boat. *Prices will be increased from early April 2024 due to rising prices. The increase will be implemented as soon as the procedures are completed, so please use the current price until then. The one-day tour takes about
Let's go to Kumejima!
Okinawa main island You can get there via The most beautiful in the Ryukyu Islands Kumejima " .
Spectacular beaches Including, A place where you can feel history and culture Such, Kumejima has many attractions and can be enjoyed by everyone, from families with children to girls and groups. !
If you visit Kumejima, be sure to Marine Activities or Guided tour , participate in photo tours, and make lots of wonderful memories.
*The content of this article is current as of May 2024.
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