10 Recommended Limestone Caves in Okinawa

10 Recommended Limestone Caves in Okinawa
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Okinawa When you say snorkeling or diving Such sea activities There are many people who think of.

actually, in Okinawa 600 to 2,000 limestone caves there is It is said.
A limestone cave that is cool in summer and warm and comfortable in winter .

Okinawa main island, Ishigaki island, Miyako island I will introduce the limestone cave in .

" I want to participate in activities other than the sea in Okinawa Mysterious world, limestone cave What!

Okinawa main island limestone cave

Okinawa main island for Variety of limestone caves It is characterized by

light up tourist cave, Power spot , natural , which is rare even in Japan undersea limestone cave We will introduce various limestone caves such as

Gyokusendo Cave / Okinawa main island, Nanjo

Gyokusendo Cave / Okinawa main island, Nanjo

Okinawa main island ・Gyokusendo, located in Nanjo, is a popular tourist spot where you can enjoy the culture and nature of Okinawa. Limestone cave in "Okinawa World" is.

The biggest limestone cave in Okinawa and Total length is 5km . 890m of it is open to the public.

In Gyokusendo 37 types, over 1 million bottles called The largest number of stalactites in Japan One of the highlights is that there is.
another" Ao no Izumi ” is a spot you want to keep in mind. Lights up in blue and shines fantastically .
Valentine etc. Lights up pink depending on the season It is also recommended to go on a date.

Gyokusendo Cave
Address: 1336 Maekawa, Tamaki, Nanjo City, Okinawa Prefecture

Great value tour plan to enjoy Gyokusendo Cave

[Okinawa Naha] Southern Half-Day Sightseeing Okinawa World Walking Course | Rad OSB

Mie Kotsu Co., Ltd. (Tourism Sales Systems)
Naha
3,500 Yen~ (tax included)
  • 4.6
  • (8 reviews and experiences)

This plan is recommended for those traveling from Naha City to Naha Airport. Around 7:40 to 8:00 in the morning, departures from three locations in the Naha area. Return to the airport around 13:10 or in front of the central prefectural office in Naha around 13:25. A popular tour bus for sightseeing on the last day. The highlights of the course are the popular power spots such as Sefa Utaki and Gyokusendo Cave, which can be satisfied even in a half-day tour.


Cave Okinawa / Uruma, Okinawa Main Island

Cave

Okinawa main island ・Located in Uruma. The largest limestone cave on the main island of Okinawa is. Total length is 200m .
In February 2018 (Heisei 30), the lighting and passage facilities were renewed, and it became fully open to the public.
still unknown to tourists Little-known tourist spots is.

Historically, Cave Okinawa Where lives were saved twice known as " Nuchishinujigama (Cave where I survived) is also called Power spot .

It is said that the first time, during the Ryukyu period, the prince of Nakijin Castle escaped in the middle of a battle and saved his life.
The second time, during World War II, 300 Okinawan residents fled into a limestone cave, all of whom survived.
During the evacuation, a male and female child was born safely, An auspicious power spot ” and is popular with the locals and Okinawan people.

Inside the limestone cave is the symbol of Cave Okinawa " red and white stalactite , said to increase financial fortunes. golden rock In addition to " glitter rock "or" countless icicle stones ” and many other highlights.
Popular when it shines on SNS " heart lock ” Don’t miss it!

Cave Okinawa
Address: 479-1 Kadekaru, Ishikawa, Uruma City, Okinawa Prefecture

Matsuda Limestone Cave / Okinawa Main Island, Ginoza Village

Matsuda Limestone Cave / Okinawa Main Island, Ginoza Village

Okinawa main island ・A limestone cave located in the Matsuda district of Ginoza Village.
Total length is about 1km . Formed about 100,000 years ago It is said.

Matsuda Limestone Cave was developed by the Ginoza Village Tourism Promotion Council and others, and opened to the public in 2013.

Unlike the illuminated tourist cave, inside the limestone cave Install only minimal ladders .
With only my five senses and headlights " Explore untouched nature is the charm of Matsuda Limestone Cave is.

The tour is Sansaku course "When" Tanken course 2 types.

" Sansaku course ” takes about an hour.
Join the tour in clothes you don't mind getting dirty. You must bring a change of clothes.
Since it is possible to participate from the age of 5, Ideal for families with children and those who want to explore limestone caves casually .

" Tanken course ” takes about 2 hours. You can participate from 10 years old.
The price includes jumpsuits to wear inside the limestone cave, so you can come empty-handed.
In narrow areas, there are places where you have to crawl on all fours. Recommended for those who want a full-fledged adventure experience .

In the limestone cave, there are bats, kamadouma, ogeji, Designated as a Natural Monument of Okinawa Prefecture kuroiwa gecko Because it is inhabited, it is also ideal for those who want to meet various creatures that they do not usually have the opportunity to meet.

Matsuda Limestone Cave
Address: 78 Matsuda, Ginoza Village, Kunigami District, Okinawa Prefecture

Great value tour plan to enjoy Matsuda Limestone Cave

[Okinawa Ginoza] For those who want to experience Yanbaru natural caves and limestone caves a little! Participation is OK from 5 years old!

Matsuda Area Experience Exchange Center
Kouri Island/Yanbaru/Kunigami Village
4,000 Yen~ (tax included)
  • 5.0
  • (5 reviews and testimonials)

A local guide will lead you through an underground world with over 100,000 years of history. You can feel the mystery of nature with your whole body in an untouched cave that is different from a tourist cave. This is an adventure tour that only participants can experience.

[Okinawa Ginoza] Yanbaru natural cave, full-scale exploration adventure tour! Participation is OK from 10 years old!

Matsuda Area Experience Exchange Center
Kouri Island/Yanbaru/Kunigami Village
6,000 Yen~ (tax included)
  • 5.0
  • (1 review and testimonial)

A local guide will lead you through an underground world with over 100,000 years of history. You can feel the mystery of nature with your whole body in an untouched cave that is different from a tourist cave. This is an adventure tour that only participants can experience.


Cape Hedo Dome (Ginama Undersea Limestone Cave) / Kunigami Village, Okinawa Main Island

Cape Hedo Dome (Ginama Undersea Limestone Cave) / Kunigami Village, Okinawa Main Island

Okinawa main island This is an undersea limestone cave near Kunigami Village and Cape Hedo in the northern part of the island.

The first undersea limestone cave discovered in Japan famous as
submerged over 10,000 years ago and Paleolithic found It is a limestone cave that makes you feel the historical romance.

The official name is " Ginama Seabed Limestone Cave ”.
" Cape Hedo Dome ” is also called.

in recent years Popular as a diving spot .
diving tour is also held, so if you are an intermediate or advanced diver, please join us.

Advantageous tour plan where you can enjoy Cape Hedo Dome (Ginama Undersea Limestone Cave)

"スプリングセール実施中”【Okinawa main island北部】辺戸undersea limestone cavediving(2ダイブ)写真動画撮影プレゼント

TEERA SCUBA VENTURES, OKINAWA
Kouri Island/Yanbaru/Kunigami Village
22,000 Circle 21,000 Yen~ (tax included)
Discount campaign in progress!

Powerful terrain diving near Cape Hedo, the northernmost tip of Okinawa Island. An undersea limestone cave that was submerged 15,000 years ago. For those who pursue romance and those who like super ancient history stories, please check it out! [Schedule/Schedule] 08:00 Local gathering, filling out documents, payment 08:15 We will explain carefully before entering the sea 08:30 Departure from the port to the point 09

[Fun Diving] Cape Hedo *Boat diving (local coupon available plan)

Okinawa Diving Ocean Gate
Urasoe/Ginowan
23,100 Yen~ (tax included)

There are so many diving points in Okinawa that it's easy to get lost. Cape Hedo is the northernmost point on the main island of Okinawa. Paleolithic tools have also been found, and it is said that it was once a land. Also, when you head towards the exit, you will see a blue light that seems to be sucked in. It takes about 2.5 hours by car from the shop to the port, and about 10 minutes by boat from the port. *

[Okinawa Cape Hedo] Fan diving (Cape Hedo boat diving course)

Okinawa Diving Service Air Pumandu
Blue Cave/Onna Village
22,000 Yen~ (tax included)

There are also points where you can enjoy dynamic topography such as the undersea limestone cave famous for Hedo Dome (Ginama Limestone Cave), Futagami, and Canyon. In particular, the undersea limestone cavern of Hedo Dome is a masterpiece. When you enter from the 14-meter entrance, it becomes shallower toward the inside and ends in an air dome.


Nisshu Cave/Kin, Okinawa Main Island

Nisshudo/Kin, Okinawa

Okinawa main island Located in Kincho, which is almost in the middle of A limestone cave in the precincts of Kin Kannonji Temple is.
Total length is about 270m . Inside Nisshu-do Kannonji Shrine " Kin Gongen (Kumano Sansho Gongen) "When" water ” is enshrined.

100 tatami mats There is a vast " Great hall , The well-developed limestone cave attracts attention " Buttenkaku ",Flowstone is beautiful" Gold and Silver Falls ” and so on.

It is said that Nisshu Shonin, who trained on Mt. Koya, slayed a giant snake and founded Legendary power spot is.

Nisshu-do Cave
Address: 222 Kin, Kin Town, Kunigami District, Okinawa Prefecture

Kin Limestone Cave, Old Sake Brewery / Okinawa Main Island, Kin

Kin Limestone Cave, Old Sake Brewery / Okinawa Main Island, Kin

Okinawa main island ・A limestone cave in Kincho. Total length is 270m Located 30m underground.
inside the limestone cave Approximately 18℃ throughout the year Since 1988 (Showa 63) Used as an old sake brewery for the first time in Japan It has been.

Awamori is matured for many years and is characterized by its rich flavor.
At Kin Limestone Cave Bottle keeping service (5 years, 12 years, 20 years) is doing More than 13,000 bottles are stored It is done.

Guided tour is being held, so if you are a drinker, why not join in?

Kin Limestone Cave and Old Sake Brewery
Address: 245 Kin, Kin Town, Kunigami District, Okinawa Prefecture

A limestone cave in Ishigaki Island, Okinawa

below Ishigaki Island We will introduce Ishigakijima Limestone Cave, Golden Cave, and Ibaruma Sabichi Limestone Cave.

Ishigaki Island Limestone Cave / Okinawa, Ishigaki Island

Ishigaki Island Limestone Cave / Okinawa, Ishigaki Island

Okinawa· Ishigaki Island located in. 200,000 years formed through The largest limestone cave on Ishigaki Island is.
Ishigakijima limestone cave Total length is 3.2km . About 660m of it is open to the public.

fantastic illumination ,Spectacular" Forest of carvings of the gods , a popular photo spot " Totoro Limestone Cave "Enjoy the sound of dripping water" Suikinkutsu "Such Many must-see spots everywhere .

Ishigaki Island Limestone Cave
Address: 1666 Ishigaki, Ishigaki City, Okinawa Prefecture

Golden Cave / Okinawa, Ishigaki Island

Golden Cave / Okinawa, Ishigaki Island

Okinawa· Ishigaki Island A limestone cave in a certain place.
not shown on the map For, Little-known tourist spots even locals don't know about is.

" golden cave As the name suggests, Golden limestone cave .
The tour that explores the Golden Cave is held by limited shops only .

Please join the tour and explore the unexplored regions of Okinawa and Ishigaki Island!

Advantageous tour plan to enjoy Golden Cave

【Ishigaki Island】超探検!(golden cave+ジャングル迷路+滝壺)1億年の海底洞窟What! 駐車場・施設・シャワー無料 GJT

Ishigaki Island Tour Guide All Blue
Ishigaki Island
17,000 Circle 12,000 Yen~ (tax included)
Discount campaign in progress!

◉ Use of the comfortable shop and clubhouse facilities is free ♪ ◉ After participating, you can get various discount coupons for souvenirs and remote islands such as Taketomi, so it is recommended to participate on the first day! Special unexplored region tour! All Blue has developed a secret cave [Golden Cave] that is not yet known even in Ishigaki Island, and has become a standard tour that has been held for a limited time for several years.


Ibaruma Sabichi Limestone Cave / Okinawa, Ishigaki Island

Ibaruma Sabichi Limestone Cave / Okinawa, Ishigaki Island

Ibaruma Sabichi Limestone Cave is located in Okinawa Ishigaki Island located in the northeastern part of
Located on the west coast of the Nosoko Peninsula " Sabichi Cave ” is also called.

Like the period when the sea floor was raised and Ishigaki Island was formed, Formed about 270 million years ago It is said.
Total length is 324m . Of these, 237m are open to the public.

at the reception 2 signboard cats will greet you.
In the pond near the entrance of the limestone cave Large eels over 2m inhabit There are also rumors.

In Japan, The only limestone cave in Japan where you can go out into the sea Also known as
Because you can see the beautiful sea when you pass through the limestone cave Popular as a power spot is.

Ibaruma Sabichi Limestone Cave
Address: 185-44 Ibaruma, Ishigaki City, Okinawa Prefecture

A limestone cave in Miyakojima, Okinawa

Okinawa· Miyakojima Speaking of limestone caves, pumpkin hall !

below Introducing the highlights of the popular sightseeing spot, Pumpkin Hall To do.

Pumpkin Hall / Okinawa, Miyakojima

Pumpkin Hall / Okinawa, Miyakojima

Pumpkin Hall is located in Okinawa, Miyakojima It is a limestone cave in .
The official name is " Boraga Kuba Kundai Limestone Cave ”.
Because the shape resembles a pumpkin, pumpkin limestone cave "" pumpkin hall ” is also called.

Because the entrance faces the sea, Accessible only at low tide .

In the pumpkin hall, after all It is safe to go with a guide who knows the local area !
sea kayak or snorkeling , SUP Please join the experience tour and go there!

Great tour plan to enjoy Pumpkin Hall

[Okinawa Miyakojima] mysterious pumpkin cave exploration ☆ caving + sea kayak tour

ULTRA BLUE .by force of nature
Miyako Island (Irabu Island, Shimoji Island, Kurima Island, Ikema Island)
12,000 Yen~ (tax included)
  • 5.0
  • (5 reviews and testimonials)

If you go, your wish will come true!? Miyako Island, Mysterious Power Spot, Boraizumi Limestone Cave Pumpkin Hall. There is only one narrow hole facing the sea at the entrance, so there are times when access is not possible depending on the tide level. The point you want to visit by sea kayaking according to the ebb and flow of the tide of the day. It is a tour that both children and adults can enjoy.

[Okinawa: Miyakojima] Sea turtles, snorkeling & pumpkin cave tour (kayak)! Tour photo present!

SEA ENJOY
Miyako Island (Irabu Island, Shimoji Island, Kurima Island, Ikema Island)
12,500 Yen~ (tax included)
  • 4.9
  • (44 reviews and experiences)

Why don't you swim with cute sea turtles in the Miyako blue sea, which boasts one of the world's clearest waters? The encounter rate with sea turtles is by far! You can also observe colorful tropical fish and clownfish! A mysterious place in Miyakojima. This is one of Miyakojima's best spots to soothe your weary soul. The marine blue sea, the numerous pumpkin-like shapes created in the natural world over hundreds of years

[Okinawa Miyakojima] Pumpkin cave tour (kayak) tour photo gift!

SEA ENJOY
Miyako Island (Irabu Island, Shimoji Island, Kurima Island, Ikema Island)
8,000 Yen~ (tax included)
  • 4.9
  • (34 reviews and testimonials)

The limestone cave, also known as Pumpkin Hall, is a mysterious place on Miyako Island, which is called "God's Island". This is one of Miyakojima's best spots to soothe your weary soul. Marine blue sea, numerous pumpkin-shaped stalactites that were created in nature over hundreds of years. Why don't you go to see such a mysterious and surprising world?

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If you go to Okinawa, go to a mysterious limestone cave!

If you go to Okinawa, go to a mysterious limestone cave!

This time Introducing mysterious limestone caves on Okinawa main island, Ishigaki island and Miyako island Did.

There are various types of limestone caves, such as those that are lit up and those that remain untouched, so it's fun to visit and compare them!

inside the limestone cave A comfortable temperature is maintained throughout the year so Recommended for sightseeing in both summer and winter is!


*Information such as plans, fees, and introduced facilities is current as of August 2022.

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