Kohama Island-Yonara Channel

Kohama Island Tourist Information

◆To get to Kohama Island, you must take a ferry!

Ishigaki Port⇔Kohama Island/30 min. one way】Round Trip Ferry Ticket No need to wait in line at the counter on the day! Free cancellation before boarding♪ (f-102)開始時間Please check the bottom of the page.所要時間Approx. 30 min.3,020 yen

◆Rental bicycles are convenient for getting around Kohama Island!

What is Yonara Channel?

Yonara Channel is located between Iriomote Island and Kohama Island.

Located on the edge of Ishinishi lagoon, the largest coral reef area in Japan, it is also known locally as Yunaradu (Yonaradu).

The Yonara Channel is also known as Manta Way, where you can see the Southern Crested Rays.

It is also known as a spawning area for the Sakkimybai, and from April to May, fishing is prohibited and diving vessels are prohibited from anchoring.

How to play at Yonara Waterway

Yonara Channel is famous as a manta ray spot and is a favorite spot for divers.

Yonara Channel is known as a dive site for intermediate to advanced divers because it is vulnerable to northerly winds and has deep water.

You can also go snorkeling when there is no wind!

For more information about snorkeling at Kohama Island, click here↓.

Kohama Island Snorkeling Tour Enjoy snorkeling in one of Japan's largest coral reefs and outstandingly clear waters! We will take you to the recommended points depending on the weather and season. (22 in total) アクティビティの詳細を見る

Kohama Island/3 hours] Same-day reservation OK for travelers with children☆Half-day course of landing at "Phantom Island" & Churaumi snorkeling (No.602)開始時間8:40-11:40 / 13:30-16:30所要時間Approx. 3 hours9,000 yen

For more information about Kohama Island diving, click here↓.

Kohama Island Experience Diving Tour Enjoy diving in the clear waters of Japan's largest coral reef area around Kohama Island! No license is required, so even first-timers can easily participate without a license. (6 in total) アクティビティの詳細を見る

Kohama Island/Half Day】Beginners welcome☆Experience diving tour with excellent transparency!開始時間8:40-11:40 / 13:30-16:30所要時間Approx. 3 hours13,000 yen

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