Kumejima sightseeing spot recommendation ranking
Okinawa ・ Kumejima teeth, A beautiful island with stunning beaches and untouched nature is.
How to get to Kumejima Okinawa main island Via plane or ferry It is common to go there by train. By plane Approximately 35 minutes So, Day trips are also possible That's what makes it so attractive!
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Kumejima x Recommended sightseeing spots and tours you can experience in the surrounding area
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There are plenty of great tours that come with these and more for free!
There are plenty of plans that families with children and couples can enjoy, so be sure to check them out.
table of contents
- 1 Kumejima Tourist Spot Recommended Ranking #1: Hatenohama Beach
- 2 Kumejima Tourist Attractions Recommended Ranking 2nd: Eef Beach
- 3 Kumejima Tourist Spot Recommended Ranking 3rd: Yajiyagama
- 4 Kumejima Tourist Spot Recommended Ranking 4th: Sealgachi Bridge (Phantom Bridge)
- 5 Kumejima Tourist Spot Recommended Ranking 5th: Tatami Stone
- 6 Enjoy Kumejima!
- 7 Feature articles recommended by the editorial department
Kumejima Tourist Spot Recommended Ranking #1: Hatenohama Beach
" Hatenohama Beach "teeth, Kumejima A sandbar located northeast of. It consists of three sandy beaches stretching for about 7km. It has been.
Hatenohama, with its cobalt blue ocean and pure white sand,
A location so beautiful it is said to be the most beautiful in the Orient
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You can enjoy a variety of marine sports (set tours) and activities amidst spectacular scenery.
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Hatenohama Beach can be visited on a day trip, but we recommend staying on Kumejima, where there are private lodgings, villas, and resort hotels such as the EN Resort Kumejima Eef Beach Hotel.
The spectacular view from Hatenohama Beach, surrounded by sea on all sides, will captivate people of all ages, from children to adults.
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Some activities are open to everyone, so even families with children can have fun.
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There are also tour plans that include free rental of children's snorkeling masks and fins, so you can participate at a great value.
Departing from Kumejima, A tour plan to head to Hatenohama while enjoying a view of the ocean floor on a glass-bottom boat Also recommended!
Tour plan with free transportation So if you're interested, be sure to check it out below.
[Hatenohama/Kumejima] Choose your stay time! "Exciting Plan"
This plan is recommended for those who want to enjoy the ocean of Kumejima. The price includes not only marine sports equipment, but also boat rides to the beach and parasol rental, making it a great deal!
We will take you to "Hate no Hama", 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
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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 Tour ☆ Free snorkel mask and fin rental!
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*This plan allows you to snorkel freely in the swimming area of Hatenohama Beach. After landing at Hatenohama Beach, you have free time until you return home! You can snorkel, stroll along the beach, take a nap, read a book, whatever you like. If you want to enjoy snorkeling seriously, we recommend the plan that includes a snorkeling point. Masks and fins are available for free rental.
[Okinawa, Kumejima] Go on a glass-bottom boat! Half-day tour to Hatenohama★ (1-1.5 hour stay)
*Due to rising prices, the tour fee will be increased by 500 yen from November 1, 2023. Enjoy a 25-minute underwater tour on a glass-bottom boat and visit Hatenohama, an island made up of sand and coral fragments, located about 3 kilometers southeast of Kumejima. The half-day tour takes about 2 hours and 30 minutes, and the stay at Hatenohama from April to October is 1.5 hours.
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You will land at Hatenohama Beach by kayak. You will land in an area of Hatenohama Beach that is not a tourist spot, unlike the usual ferry boats. You can enjoy Hatenohama Beach in its natural state with no one around. Duration: 2-2.5 hours Tour duration: This varies depending on the tide conditions, so we will inform you of the schedule for each day. (※) Meeting place: Ojima, Kumejima Town Pick-up: Not available ※ Tour duration
Kumejima Tourist Attractions Recommended Ranking 2nd: Eef Beach
" Eef Beach "teeth, A natural beach stretching for about 2km on the eastern side of Kumejima is.
One of the most famous beaches on Kumejima.
Japan's 100 Best Beaches
It's so beautiful that it was selected as the "Beautiful Japan"!
The beach has gentle waves, making it an ideal place for swimming.
Directly connected to Eef Beach is EN Resort Kumejima Eef Beach Hotel " and the surrounding area is truly a tropical resort!
Around Eef Beach, Various tours to enjoy Kumejima is also being held.
Only appears at low tide " Phantom Road Walk along the shoreline and explore the tidal flats, coral reefs, and more. Trekking Tours and "EN Resort Kumejima Eef Beach Hotel" Wedding photo plan " and a wide variety of other options!
The tour fee includes
Transportation and costume fees are included
This means you can rest assured that you will not be charged any additional fees later.
Why not take photos in the best location and create the best memories for you and your partner?
[Okinawa Kumejima] Photo tour Kumejima Eef Beach Wedding Photo Plan
Kumejima, located about 100km away from the main island of Okinawa, is a beautiful island that has been designated as a prefectural natural park. Among them, Eef Beach is a 2km long beach that was selected as one of the 100 best beaches in Japan. We took photos of our wedding dresses at Kumejima Eef Beach Hotel, which has a great location right in front of Eef Beach.
Kumejima Tourist Spot Recommended Ranking 3rd: Yajiyagama
" Yajiyagama "teeth, A limestone cave located about 10 minutes by car from Kumejima Airport is.
It is a valuable cave with a long history, where pottery that gives a glimpse into the daily life of the people has been discovered in and around the cave. It was used as a place for sky burials until around the Meiji era, and as an air raid shelter during the war, so it is a place that condenses the history of Kumejima.
Total length: approx. 800m
The inside of the cave stretches
Although the path has been paved, the stalactites growing from the ceiling remain untouched.
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It's not lit up, so you'll feel like you're exploring in the dark!
Stone pillars made of Ryukyu limestone
And it sparkles when you shine a flashlight on it.
Stalactites
You'll have encounters like these that you can only have here.
You can also encounter rare animals inside the cave!
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If you're lucky, you'll find one that's also listed as an endangered species.
Okinawa horseshoe bat
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Because it is a spot filled with history and mystery, Get to know the inside Tour with an expert guide It is recommended to participate in !
The following tours are Participants from age 3 So the whole family can enjoy it. It's perfect for people who want to enjoy activities and fun other than the sea!
[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.
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After a lecture on the connection between the forest and ocean ecosystems at the Kumejima Firefly Museum, you will drive to a nearby beach to observe sea creatures and enjoy the nature of Kumejima while learning about the relationship between people and nature. The tour takes about 2 hours. Snorkeling is also available as an option for an additional fee. Please contact us.
[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.
[Okinawa, Kumejima] Let's go see the rare fireflies! [Kumejima Firefly Observation Group]
The Kumejima firefly, a natural monument of Okinawa Prefecture that only lives on Kumejima Island, is so precious that it is designated under the Species Conservation Act. We will guide you with the goal of protecting these fireflies. The tour will take about an hour.
Kumejima Tourist Spot Recommended Ranking 4th: Sealgachi Bridge (Phantom Bridge)
" Shilgachi Bridge (Phantom Bridge) "teeth, An underwater bridge between Kumejima and Ojima is.
The name of the bridge comes from the fact that schools of fish known locally as "seals" were caught through a fish fence called "gachi." The bridge allows local people to cross safely to their fishing grounds.
While the tide is high, The bridge appears to be floating on the sea, A phantom bridge floating in the sea " It's become a hot topic on social media!
Not only is the scenery at high tide photogenic for social media, At low tide you can cross the bridge The view of the ocean from the bridge is spectacular. You may even be able to see manta rays and sea turtles from the bridge, so be sure to try and spot them!
It's an excellent photo spot, Lesser known hidden tourist spots So, it is recommended for those who want to enjoy Kumejima sightseeing! How about taking some nice photos with your partner?
Kumejima Tourist Spot Recommended Ranking 5th: Tatami Stone
" Tatami stones "teeth, Kumejima Next to Ou Island A large rock formation on the southwest side of is.
Nationally designated Natural Monuments There are rocks like turtle shells scattered all over the coast.
The distinctive rock shapes are pentagonal and hexagonal columns.
This is due to a phenomenon called "columnar jointing," which occurs when the erupted lava slowly cools and hardens and breaks.
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It is said that the lava that erupted 12 million years ago was eroded by waves over a long period of time, flattening the surface and resulting in its current shape.
The beautiful scenery created by nature A rare sight that can only be seen at low tide It's also great for posting on social media! You can see Eef Beach from the Tatamiishi Coast, so why not take some memorable photos with your partner while enjoying the beautiful scenery?
Enjoy Kumejima!
A place with beautiful seas and abundant nature Kumejima .
Enjoy Kumejima's beautiful scenery and deep history through the tourist spots and tours introduced in this article!
*The content of this article is current as of May 2024.
