Among the many islands scattered throughout Okinawa, Kumejima stands out for its exceptionally clear waters and tranquil atmosphere. Offshore lies Hatenohama, a long, narrow sandbar made entirely of white sand. The unobstructed world of blue and white stretches out before you, offering a breathtaking beauty that will leave you speechless.

The island retains much of its unspoiled nature, and the tranquil scenery evokes a sense of nostalgia. Despite being a tourist destination, Kumejima has an unpretentious atmosphere, and its ability to allow visitors to slowly surrender to the island's pace is one of its unique charms.

This article provides a comprehensive guide to Kumejima Island, including must-see spots and attractions, as well as travel information to help you enjoy your trip even more! We also explain how to get there and how to get around the island, so if you're planning a trip to Kumejima, be sure to check it out!

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Located in Kumejima Town, Okinawa Prefecture, the Kumejima Sea Turtle Museum is a valuable facility where you can learn about sea turtles and experience their charm firsthand. Kumejima is known as a nesting ground for many sea turtles, including loggerhead sea turtles. By visiting the Kumejima Sea Turtle Museum, you can learn about sea turtle ecology and conservation efforts from various perspectives.

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Kumejima Island in Okinawa Prefecture is accessible by a 30-minute flight from Naha. Next to it, connected by a bridge, is Oujima Island. Although it is a small island with a main road that circles it for less than 3 km, it is full of unique attractions, including the Kumejima Sea Turtle Museum, Oujima Campground, Shin-Oujima Island, the spectacular view of Tatamiishi Rock, and even a slightly secluded utility pole in the sea.

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When you think of the remote islands of Okinawa, many people imagine blue seas and white sandy beaches, but even these beautiful islands have a history!
Kumejima Island, just a 35-minute flight from Okinawa Main Island, certainly has places where you can enjoy beautiful Okinawan scenery, but it also has plenty of interesting tourist spots that will make you exclaim, "What?! What is this?!"
This time, I'll introduce some unusual and unique tourist spots.

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When it comes to scenic spots on Kumejima Island, "Hiyajō Banta" and "Uejō Castle Ruins" are well-known, but there is actually a hidden gem of a scenic spot that only those in the know are aware of.
That's the "Kuroishi Forest" that we'll be introducing today.

At first glance, it looks like "a park with nothing special about it." It's a hidden gem that's hardly even listed on tourist maps, but it's a scenic spot that surprised a photojournalist friend of mine, who exclaimed, "It's the bluest sea I've ever seen on Kumejima!"

In this article, I, a resident of Kumejima Island, will introduce how to access Kuroishi Forest and some of the best spots for taking stunning photos.

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