In Okinawa, there's an activity called whale swimming where you can snorkel and see humpback whales swimming!
This time, I will provide a detailed account based on my own experience of actually participating in a whale swim.
List of things to do in the Kerama Islands, Kumejima, and Daito Islands
Michelin 2-star [Kozamami Beach]: From access methods to how to enjoy the beach
Furuzamami Beach has been awarded two stars in the Michelin Green Guide Jumbo, and is a beach where you can enjoy the beautiful deep blue sea that Zamami Island is proud of.
You can swim with beautiful coral and fish, making it a place you "must" visit if you come to Zamami Island!
This time, we'll introduce you to the scenery and activities at Furuzamami Beach.
After reading this, even if you're thinking, "It's too much trouble to go to a remote island..." or "Remote islands probably don't have the right facilities...", I guarantee you'll want to visit Furuzamami Beach!
I'm sure you'll have a fantastic time!
Zamami Island, a paradise that the world falls in love with! Introducing recommended tourist spots handpicked by the islanders.
Zamami Island, designated as a national park, is rich in natural beauty. Its sparkling blue sea is home to countless corals and tropical fish!
Furthermore, Zamami Island and Furuzamami Beach have been awarded two stars in the Michelin Green Guide, making them truly seas that the world will fall in love with.
Many people might have a vague image of wanting to be soothed by the beautiful sea of a remote island, but think it would be difficult to get there. However, Zamami Island is only a 50-minute boat ride from Naha, making it possible to take a day trip there.
I can't believe I can go to such a paradise-like island so easily!
In this article, a resident of Zamami Island shares a carefully selected list of the island's best tourist spots and attractions. Reading this will guarantee you a fantastic experience on Zamami Island!
I went diving in Kumejima, one of Okinawa's top diving areas!
Kumejima Island is located about 100km west of Okinawa Main Island and about 30 minutes by plane from Naha.
Also known as "Kyumi Island," it is considered the most beautiful island in the Ryukyu Islands.
The seas around Kumejima are teeming with colorful marine life!
With its schools of fish, large marine life, stunning topography, macro life, and coral reefs, this diving area offers something for everyone, from beginners to advanced divers.
This time, I, a diving enthusiast with over 20 years of experience, actually tried diving in Kumejima.
We'll introduce you to recommended diving spots and places to eat after your dive.
I went to Hatenohama, a hidden paradise on Kumejima Island! How to choose a Hatenohama tour without making a mistake.
Kumejima was formerly known as "Kumi no Shima," meaning "the most beautiful island in the Ryukyu Islands."
If you visit Kumejima, one place you absolutely must go is Hatenohama Beach.
Even at high tide, it never completely sinks, resembling a desert floating on the sea.
The sky, the sea, and the white sandy beaches. Okinawa has many uninhabited islands, but everyone will surely be overwhelmed by the beauty and size of Hatena Beach.
This time, I'll introduce the charm of Hatena Beach, how to get there, and how to choose a tour.
[Closed] Enjoy the luxury of deep-sea water! Refresh your mind and body at Badehaus Kumejima.
*Badehaus Kumejima closed in 2020. The following text is from when it was still in operation.*
Deep-sea water is a mysterious water that circulates around the entire Earth over long periods of 2000 years in the deep ocean at depths of 200 meters or more, where sunlight cannot reach.
Because it grows at the bottom of the deep sea, plankton proliferation is minimal, resulting in high purity, abundant minerals, and proven health benefits.
The seabed around Kumejima has a unique structure, making it possible to extract large quantities of deep-sea water. Following Hawaii, it boasts the second-highest volume of deep-sea water extraction in the world.
"Badehaus Kumejima" is a spa that luxuriously uses 100% of that deep-sea water.
"I'm tired from traveling, but it would be a waste to just laze around in the hotel!"
For those of you looking for a relaxing and rejuvenating experience, I'd like to introduce you to a special place.
Explore Kumejima Island on a leisurely bike ride! Discover the island's charm from a bicycle perspective.
Kumejima Island, located about 100km west of Okinawa Main Island, has a circumference of approximately 48km.
It's a small island that can be explored in less than an hour by car.
One sightseeing activity I'd recommend on Kumejima Island is "pottering." Pottering refers to a leisurely bike ride of about 2-3 kilometers, and it's an activity that even people who don't usually do sports can easily participate in.
"Walking is painful, but driving feels somehow unsatisfying..."
A bicycle can completely solve all those selfish desires.
This time, I'll give a real-time report of my experience participating in a cycling trip for the first time.
We'll introduce you to the island's highlights that you wouldn't discover by renting a car.
Grandma's cooking class on Kumejima Island! Relaxing yet incredibly fulfilling island time.
Roselle, cultivated in subtropical regions, is a type of herb that is highly nutritious and is also believed to have beauty benefits.
Roselle has been produced on Kumejima Island, located about 100km from Okinawa Main Island, for over 10 years, and roselle tea and candy are sold at the airport and hotels.
At the guesthouse run by the grandmother who started cultivating roselle, you can experience harvesting roselle and making jam.
At first, I wondered why we'd go all the way to Kumejima just to make jam, but when I actually participated, I found it surprisingly fun.
Making jam while chatting with the grandmother in a truly Okinawan atmosphere is perfect for those who want to experience a relaxed island lifestyle.
Dive in a coral reef sanctuary! What makes diving in Zamami Island so appealing?
The Kerama Islands are known for their beautiful blue seas, often referred to as "Kerama Blue."
Zamami Island, located almost in the center of the Kerama Islands, is a beautiful island known as a nesting ground for sea turtles.
Green sea turtles, hawksbill turtles, and loggerhead turtles are seen swimming back and forth... and they're often spotted in the shallow waters.
So, what shall we do for fun...? Snorkeling? Swimming? Or kayaking? There's a wide variety of activities to choose from!
...But if the water is really clear, I'd still like to try diving so I can see all the way to the seabed.
So, in this article, I'd like to introduce you to the charms of diving in Zamami Island.
A journey to be moved by the Kerama Blue. The allure of diving in Tokashiki Island!
The Kerama Islands in Okinawa are famous as a diving spot in Japan that divers from all over the world dream of visiting.
Tokashiki Island is the largest of the more than 20 islands in the Kerama Islands, which are straddled together by a chain of islands of varying sizes.
It's also famous for its beautiful beaches, such as Aharen Beach and Tokashiku Beach. And among the Kerama Islands, Tokashiki Island is the closest to Naha, the gateway to Okinawa Main Island!
So, in this article, I'd like to introduce the appeal of diving in Tokashiki Island.
Okinawa's remote islands! A complete guide to the hugely popular Kerama Islands!
Are you wondering what the Kerama Islands are like? What can you do there? And how do you get there?
The Kerama Islands are a group of islands south of Okinawa that are famous as a world-renowned diving spot.
It's close enough to Naha to visit on a day trip by ferry, making it a popular and easily accessible island destination.
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This time, we'll provide you with basic information about the Kerama Islands, including beaches, diving spots, recommended locations, how to get to the Kerama Islands, and recommended accommodations.
If you're planning a trip to the Kerama Islands, reading this article will help you enjoy your trip. Please use it as a reference!
