Introducing 10 tours you can enjoy in Yonaguni Island!
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A tropical experience to be enjoyed at the westernmost tip of Okinawa!
Introducing 10 popular tours of Yonaguni Island
There are numerous remote islands in Okinawa Prefecture, butYonaguni Island is located at the westernmost pointIt is.
The entire island of Yonaguni belongs to a subtropical climate, and visitors can enjoy the beautiful sea and nature on the island in the warm climate characteristic of a tropical country.
◆Those who want to experience snorkeling
◆Like to visit locations of dramas and movies
Those who are looking for tours that are suitable for children
◆If you are looking for activity tours in Okinawa
Here are 10 tours that you should definitely experience on Yonaguni Island, which is also a very popular tourist destination!
What is Yonaguni Island?
Yonaguni Island has an extremely comfortable climate, with short sleeves during most of the season.
You can drive around the island in an hour.Although it is about the same size as the city, there are stores and accommodations to make sightseeing comfortable.
Climate: Warm throughout the year,Average temperature: approx. 24°C
◆Settlements: Sonai, Kubura, and Higawa
◆Travel time/round trip: car/approx. 1 hour, bicycle/approx. 3 hours
◆Topographic features:: Rugged terrain with 200-meter-high mountains
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With its beautiful nature and unique culture, the island is loved by locals and many tourists as the setting for TV dramas.
◆Clear water and diving spots
◆The last sunset in Japan can be seen at the westernmost point of Japan
◆Yonaguni horses, a species endemic to Yonaguni, can be touched.
◆They have a unique tradition influenced by Ryukyuan culture.
Where is Yonaguni Island located?
Yonaguni Island is located at latitude 24 degrees north and longitude 122 degrees east, approximately 509 km southwest of Okinawa Island and 127 km from Ishigaki Island.
It is about 1,900 km from Tokyo and cannot be directly accessed from outside Okinawa.
When you go to Yonaguni IslandIt is necessary to go through Okinawa Island or Ishigaki IslandThe traveler will have to travel by plane or ferry.
Taiwan is closer than the main island of Okinawa, and on a clear day you can see the shadow of Taiwan's island to the west.
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10 tours you can enjoy in Yonaguni Island!
If you want to make the most of your trip to Yonaguni Island, we recommend joining a tour!
Guided by a guide who knows the island well, you will be able to experience all the sights and attractions of Yonaguni Island.
Canoe Tour
Canoeing is an activity that uses small rowboats to travel on the surface of a river, lake, or ocean.
Because they use paddles to move through the water, they can feel nature up close and personal.
Quiet seas and covesExperience the "Yonaguni Blue" of Yonaguni Island while canoeing through the
In a space where you can view the crystal clear ocean floor and schools of fish, and where the only sound is the sound of the waves, you can fully enjoy a healing time of becoming one with nature.
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SUP Tour
SUP stands for stand-up paddleboarding, an activity performed on surfboards or similar large boards.
The board is floated on the surface of the sea, on which the participants stand up and paddle through the water using paddles.
SUP isPerfect for enjoying the clear waters of Yonaguni Island.It can be said that this is the case.
SUP is a great way to get a great workout by balancing on your torso, and it is also very photogenic as you stand smoothly on the surface of the ocean.
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Snorkeling Tour
Snorkeling is an activity to enjoy swimming in the sea with a snorkel, which consists of a set of underwater glasses and a breathing tube, and fins to support swimming.
You will experience an immersive experience that is a far cry from swimming normally.
Of course, you can enjoy such snorkeling all year round on Yonaguni Island.
Spreading to the bottom of the seaUnderwater ruins can also be enjoyed by snorkelingIt is!
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Star gazing & night tours
Stargazing and night tours are also popular on Yonaguni Island, where the temperature does not drop so low even at night in midwinter, allowing visitors to walk around without heavy clothing.
Tropical tourism may be associated with daytime, but the charm of Yonaguni Island is that it takes on a different look at night.
The night sky of Yonaguni Island is characterized by its lower latitude than that of Honshu.Southern Hemisphere ConstellationsThe point is that you can see the ☆.
If you enjoy admiring the starry sky, you will surely be impressed by the rare sight of the stars!
In addition, Yonaguni Island, with its constantly warm subtropical climate, is a paradise for a variety of creatures nurtured by its rich nature.
Many wild animals become more active at night, and one of the best parts of a night tour is seeing them free to behave as they please.
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Island Sightseeing Tour
Yonaguni Island has long beenTrading stop in AsiaThe island has been treasured as a place where people can enjoy the nature and history of the island. In Yonaguni Island, guided tours are popular to experience the nature and history of the island!
When sightseeing in an unfamiliar place, you may have your hands full just looking at the locations and spots, and not pay much attention to the history and ruins.
If you join a guided tour in Yonaguni Island, you can visit not only nature but also historical spots and ruins while sightseeing the island efficiently.
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Agricultural Experience
Agricultural experience is an activity that allows visitors to learn how agriculture works while experiencing the work of farmers.
The main activities include harvesting vegetables and fruits, planting seeds, and planting rice. It is a great way to experience local specialties and taste fresh farm products.
You may have had the experience of harvesting fruits.
Fresh in Yonaguni IslandIsland Capsicumto make "kohlrabi goose," a traditional seasoning of Okinawa Prefecture, by collecting the kohlrabi goose yourself!
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Yonaguni Horse Riding Experience
Yonaguni horses are characterized by a much smaller stature than the thoroughbreds known as racehorses in general.
They are friendly and gentle, and have been used as farm horses on Yonaguni Island for many years.
Yonaguni Island hasYonaguni Horse, a natural monumentThe Yonaguni Horse Protection and Utilization Association, which protects and utilizes the Yonaguni horses, has a ranch where visitors can experience horseback riding.
Why not ride on the back of a Yonaguni horse and enjoy the island's location while viewing a variety of spectacular scenic trails?
Undersea Ruins" Exploration Diving
Snorkeling is not the only way to explore the underwater ruins of Yonaguni Island.
Diving allows visitors to enjoy the ruins in greater detail while staying underwater with oxygen tanks attached.
Diving to explore underwater ruinsis a popular activity and is crowded during the summer and other high tourist seasons.
Wetsuits allow comfortable underwater swimming even in the middle of winter, so the best time to explore underwater ruins is during the off-peak tourist season.
dinner
Why not end your visit to Yonaguni Island with a special evening dinner?
One of the best dinner plans that can be reserved in advance is the local brand of porkAgu Pork Shabu Shabu CourseThe following is a list of the most common problems with the "C" in the "C" column.
Shabu-shabu, served in a special flavorful broth, is an excellent dish that highlights the sweetness of the tender meat.
Furthermore, dining at the terrace BAR with its outstanding atmosphere is a luxurious experience where you can enjoy the openness and starry sky unique to Yonaguni Island.
Enjoy an unforgettable dinner time with delicious food and a romantic setting!
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BBQ
Dinner on Yonaguni Island can be enjoyed while viewing the beautiful Milky WayBBQ in a perfect locationis also recommended!
The special BBQ skewers made with carefully selected beef and fresh seasonal vegetables have an appealing savory aroma and juicy flavor that will surely make your drinks go down a storm!
Enjoy a luxurious dinner time while wrapped in the night breeze.
The drink menu, which can be ordered for an extra charge, also includes a lineup of awamori called "munbu," a specialty of Yonaguni Island.
Try it with your meal and enjoy the taste of the island!
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summary
Yonaguni Island iswesternmost (tip, point, extremity, etc.) of JapanThe island is full of peculiar attractions befitting its location.Although the island is time-consuming to access, it is a more enjoyable place to visit.
Why not visit Yonaguni Island and enjoy the charming tropical environment?
