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Nature Spots in Kerama Islands Area

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  • Nagannu Island
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    Okinawa Pref. Shimajiriguntokashikison Maejima
    This small island is about 20 minutes from Naha by boat. You can enjoy snorkeling, diving, and other marine activities. The white sands of the beach, formed from coral fragments, stand in beautiful contrast to the emerald green of the sea. Showers and bathrooms are available as well, allowing you to enjoy the pristine natural surroundings to the fullest.

    Short ferry ride which is good. Beach is clean and water crystal clear. If you enjoy snorkeling and marine life, this is not the right place. You will only see dull and dying corals with little...

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  • Tokashiki Island
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    Okinawa Prefecture Tokashiki-son, Shimajiri-gun
    Tokashiki Island is located 30 kilometers west of Naha City. The island has some of the clearest seas in the world, and it is known as “Kerama Blue”. There are beautiful beaches such as Aharen Beach and Tokashiku Beach. Marine sports such as snorkeling and diving are popular. During the winter season, you can also see the appearance of humpback whales.
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  • Zamami Island
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    Okinawa Prefecture Shimajiri-gun Zamami-son
    Zamami Island is an island located 40 kilometers west of Naha City, Okinawa Prefecture. It is the main island of the village of Zamami in the Kerama Islands group. The contrast between the pure white coral sands and the emerald green seas is wonderful, with divers from all over the world gathering here. The rich coral reefs became a registered area of the Ramsar Convention in 2005 as an area of ocean that nurtures living things. Since then, the area of ocean meeting the registration requirements increased during 2015 and the actual registered area expanded. Also, the sandy beaches are also spawning grounds for sea turtles and in the winter a pod of humpback whales come to give birth and raise their young. It is a beautiful island where you can experience nature.
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  • Aka Island
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    Okinawa Pref. Shimajirigunzamamison Aka
    Aka Island is part of the Kerama Islands group. It belongs to Zamami in Shimajiri District, Okinawa Prefecture. It is the setting of the movie “Marilyn ni aitai” (“I want to meet Marilyn”) based on the true story of a male dog Shiro who swam across the sea to meet a female dog Marilyn who was in Zamami Island on the other side. On the island, there is also a statue of Shiro. The island is connected to Geruma Island by way of the Aka Bridge and is connected with Fukaji Island by way of Geruma Bridge, so therefore it is possible to reach the island by car or by bicycle.
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  • Kume Island
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    Okinawa Pref. Shimajirigunkumejimachou
    Situated approximately 100 kilometers west of Naha, the island is located in the most westerly position of the Okinawan archipelago. Since the Ryukyu dynastic period, it was also called “Kumi island” due to its beauty. Such as the reef “Hateno beach”, the pure white sands made from coral and the beauty of the cobalt blue sea—It is said to be the most beautiful in the Orient. On the other hand, this is also an ideal diving spot where you can encounter humpback whales, whale sharks, dolphins, etc. There are a number of strong Okinawan liquors (Awamori) distilled from rice or millet from Kume Island and these are also very popular among strong Okinawan liquors. In 1983 in the Showa period, almost all of the island was designated as a prefectural natural park.
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  • Nishibama Beach
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    Okinawa Pref. Shimajirigunzamamison Aka
    "Approximately a five-minute drive from Aka Port, this is the main beach of Aka Island, an island located to the west of the main island of Okinawa. Despite the characters of its name meaning ""north beach,"" they are pronounced as ""nishibama,"" which means ""west beach."" The contrast between the transparent beautiful ocean and the pure white sands that stretch for one kilometer is very appealing. Although lifeguards are only on duty from May to around September, you can enjoy swimming there year-round at your own risk. In addition, it is also extremely popular as a snorkeling spot because of the colorful corals and tropical fish that can be seen. You can also enjoy other marine activities such as diving and sea kayaking."
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  • Hiyajo Banta Cliff
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    Okinawa Pref. Shimajirigunkumejimachou Hiyajou
    "This precipitous cliff approximately 200 meters above the sea is situated along Prefectural Route 242 between the communities of Hiyajo and Aka. From this scenic destination, on clear days visitors can see all the way to Hatenohama and even the Kerama Islands. ""Banta"" means ""cliff"" or ""precipice"" in the Okinawa language. There's an observatory and shop on a hill near the road, as well, making this a viable rest point when going on a drive around the island."
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  • Goeda Pine of Kume
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    Okinawa Pref. Shimajirigunkumejimachou Uezu
    Goeda Pine of Kume is counted as the top two famous pine trees in Okinawa boasted by Kume Island. The tree divided into five branches stretches in all directions and completely covers an area of 250 square meters. It is about 250 years old. It is also habitat for the Kumejima firefly, and the dance of fireflies lit up in white can be enjoyed in early May.
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  • Meefgar
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    Okinawa Kumejimacho Nakandakari
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  • Tachijami
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    Okinawa Shimajiri-gun Kumejimacho
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  • Hiyajo Banta
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    Okinawa Kumejimacho Aka
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  • The Great Une Sotetsu Palms
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    Okinawa Shimajiri-gun Kumejimacho Une 5
    Sago palm trees located in Une, Kumejima Town, Shimajiri County. Visitors can pay admission to see these two trees, 4 meters and 6 meters tall, growing in the garden of a traditional-style house. The trees are said to be as much as 300 years old, but their exact age is unknown. They have been designated Prefectural Natural Monuments.
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  • Nettaigyo no Ie
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    Okinawa Shimajiri-gun Kumejimacho Hiyajo
    A spot for viewing tropical fish on the coast in Hiyajo, Kumejima Town, Shimajiri County. Tropical fish gather in tidal pools along the coast, so this spot is known as a place where visitors can see the fish without going into the sea. Viewing is especially good when the sea is calm.
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  • Agunijima Island
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    Okinawa Shimajiri-gun Agunison
  • Arla Hama
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    Okinawa Pref. Shimajirigunkumejimachou Gima
  • Higashioshima
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    Okinawa Pref. Shimajirigunkumejimachou
  • Ifu
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    Okinawa Pref. Shimajirigunkumejimachou Janadou
  • Inasaki Observation Deck
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    Okinawa Shimajiri-gun Zamami Mura Zamami
  • Shimajiri Cape
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    Okinawa Shimajiri-gun Kumejimacho
  • Nishime Cape
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    Okinawa Shimajiri-gun Kumejimacho
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