Let's go around Kohama Island! A thorough explanation of how to get around the island and popular tourist spots!
Table of Contents
- 1 How many kilometers is a round trip around Kohama Island?
- 2 Getting Around Kohama Island
- 3 If you come to Kohama Island, this is the place you want to visit!
5 popular sightseeing spots
- 3.1 Five popular sightseeing spots on Kohama Island 1) Sugar Road
- 3.2 5 popular sightseeing spots on Kohama Island (2) Oodake
- 3.3 5 Popular Sightseeing Spots on Kohama Island Hosozaki Coast
- 3.4 5 Popular Sightseeing Spots on Kohama Island 4) Cattley Observatory
- 3.5 5 Popular Sightseeing Spots on Kohama Island 5) Tumal Beach
- 4 Be sure to check it out before you go! Points to keep in mind when circling Kohama Island
- 5 If you are going to Kohama Island, I want to check it out Activities
- 6 Must take a ferry from Ishigaki Island to Kohama Island! Let's buy a ferry ticket in advance!
- 7 summary
Kohama Island is an island in the Yaeyama Islands that became nationally known after being the setting for NHK's morning television series "Churasan.
The beautiful ocean and unspoiled nature remain, allowing visitors to relax and forget the hustle and bustle of daily life.
In this article,For those who want to go around Kohama Island, we will introduce the means of transportation and sightseeing spots on the island.Oh my god!!!
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How many kilometers is a round trip around Kohama Island?
Kohama Island has a circumference of about 16.5 km, and is small enough to be circled by bicycle.However, there is no road that circles the island. The main roads are Prefectural Road 210 from Kohama Port to Kohama village in the center of the island and the road to Hosozaki village, southwest of Kohama village.
Incidentally, the distance from Kohama Port to Kohama village in the center of the island is about 1.7 km, so it is calculated that it takes about 30 minutes to arrive there on foot.
Getting Around Kohama Island
Kohama Island hasBuses and cabs on the route.not (verb-negating suffix; may indicate question or invitation with rising intonation)Therefore, the only means of transportation are rental cars, rental bikes, and rental bicycles.
The rental store is located right next to Obama Port, so first-time visitors will not get lost!
Click here for a list of tours with pick-up and drop-off at Kohama Island
Getting Around Kohama Island
rent-a-car
A rental car is an easy and recommended way to get around Kohama Island, which has many ups and downs in some places.
Because Kohama Island belongs to the subtropical zone,A car can be comfortable in sudden rain or extreme heat.
Major tourist attractions can be reached in about 10 minutes by car, which is very convenient!
○With small children.
○ Those who go during unstable weather conditions.
○○ Those who don't have much time
Getting Around Kohama Island
motorcycle
Rental bikes are available for sightseeing in Kohama Island, which has many hills.The most common means of transportation for rentersisThe following is a list of the most common problems with the "C" in the "C" column.
If you just want to see the sights of Kohama Island, about 2 to 3 hours is enough time to fully enjoy the island!
Those who want to move around without walking.
For those who want to experience the great outdoors firsthand
Getting Around Kohama Island
bicycle
Since there are no traffic lights on Kohama Island, you can enjoy cycling with a sense of openness that you cannot experience in the city.
However, if you are worried about the undulating slopes in some places,Recommend renting an electric bicycle.I will do so!
○Like to exercise?
For those who want to experience the great outdoors firsthand
Familiarity with bicycles
If you come to Kohama Island, this is the place to visit!
Five popular tourist attractions
Kohama Island offers many attractions where you can enjoy unspoiled nature.
We have carefully selected five popular tourist spots on Kohama Island for your reference!
5 Popular Sightseeing Spots on Kohama Island
(1) Sugar Road
Sugar Road became famous after the NHK television series "Churasan.
The single road, with sugar cane fields on both sides, is a wonderful location that seems to reach all the way to the sky.
There are a few hills, but even bicyclists can enjoy the wonderful scenery by riding slowly.
Address: Kohama, Taketomi-cho, Yaeyama-gun, Okinawa
Access: 20 min. walk from Obama Port
5 Popular Sightseeing Spots on Kohama Island
(2) Large Mt.
From the observatory at the top of Ufudaki, you can see Ishigaki Island, Iriomote Island, Hatoma Island, and various other islands belonging to the Yaeyama Archipelago.
It is about 1.4 km from Kohama Port to the entrance to the Odake Observatory, so it is possible to access the observatory on foot.
If you come all the way to Kohama Island, you must see the 360-degree panoramic view of the Yaeyama Islands at least once♪
Address: Kohama, Taketomi-cho, Yaeyama-gun, Okinawa
Access:Approximately 7 minutes by bicycle from Obama Port
5 Popular Sightseeing Spots on Kohama Island
(3) Hosozaki Coast
Kubazaki Beach is located on the west side of Kohama Island, near the village of Hosozaki.It is located at the tip of a long and narrow cape, and Iriomote Island can be seen from the beach across the Yonara Channel.
Yonara Channel is also known as "Manta Way," and the waters around Kohama Island are famous for the migration of manta rays.
For this reason, the observatory in Kainin Park near Hosozaki Beach is shaped like a manta ray!
We also recommend that you go a little further and enjoy the view from the observatory.It is less than 5 km from Obama Port, so allow plenty of time if you are going by bicycle!
Address: Kohama, Taketomi-cho, Yaeyama-gun, Okinawa
Access:Approximately 20 minutes by car from Obama Port
5 Popular Sightseeing Spots on Kohama Island
(4) Cattley Observatory
Completed in 2013, the Cattley Observatory is a fairly new tourist attraction on Kohama Island.
When you go to the observatory, you can see Yonara Channel and Iriomote Island in front of you, and the Ishinagata mangroves spread out below.
especiallyThe sunset over Iriomote Island seen from the Katore Observatory is spectacular.So please visit us!
Address: Kohama, Taketomi-cho, Yaeyama-gun, Okinawa
Access:About 10 minutes by car from Obama Port (parking available)
5 Popular Sightseeing Spots on Kohama Island
(5) Tumal Beach
Tumar Beach is a shallow beach located within walking distance of Obama Harbor.
Many of the beaches on Kohama Island are private beaches located within resort facilities, but Tumal Beach isOne of the few beaches where anyone can enterIt is.
It is close to Obama Port.While waiting for the ship, you can stop by and enjoy the peaceful atmosphere...
Address: Kohama, Taketomi-cho, Yaeyama-gun, Okinawa
Access:10 minutes walk from Obama Port
Be sure to check it out before you go!
Points to note when circling Kohama Island
If you are thinking of going around Kohama Island for the first time, you may be thrilled and excited, but also anxious. ....
We will introduce some precautions in advance so that you will not be rushed after arriving at Kohama Island. Please refer to them.
(1) No supermarkets or convenience stores on the island.
When buying daily necessities and other items on Kohama Island, there is only one store outside of the resort facilities, Maemoto Shohten, located in Kohama village.
If you don't have what you need, you will have to take a boat to Ishigaki Island to buy it, so make sure you have it before you go to Kohama Island.
(2) ATMs are not available on weekends
There is one post office and ATM on Kohama Island, but it is not available on weekends.Many stores only accept cash payment,It is a good idea to have more cash on hand.
(iii) Sudden rainfall
The weather on Kohama Island is very changeable, and it can rain as hard as a squall.
Bring a kappa or other rain gear.It is safer to put a waterproof cover on a cell phone or other device and tuck it into a bag than to put it straight into a pocket.
4) Prevention of heat stroke is essential
The average annual temperature is 24°C (72°F), and there are sunny days even in winter.There are mountains and trees in some areas, but Sugar Road and other areas are unobstructed and unshaded from the sun.
Along with UV protection such as hats, sunglasses, and sunscreen,Once you leave the village, there are no vending machines.So, don't forget to buy a drink.
If you go to Kohama Island, I want to check it out.
Activities
Here are four carefully selected recommended activities you can experience on Kohama Island.
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(1) Snorkeling
Kohama Island is surrounded by coral reefs and has many excellent snorkeling spots.
Colorful tropical fish and coral reefs can be seen at every point, and if you are lucky, you may see sea turtles!
↓Learn more about snorkeling
(2) Fishing
We also recommend fishing at sea, which is a rare experience! Just looking at the beautiful ocean will give you an extraordinary experience.
Why don't you try to catch the unique fish of Yaeyama such as Mibai, a high-class fish, and Hamafuki, the city fish of Ishigaki City?
↓ Learn more about Kohama Island Fishing Tours
3) SUP
Let's try SUP, a very popular activity, on Kohama Island!
At first glance, it may seem difficult, but with a little practice, you can freely stand or sit and enjoy walking on the sea.
Guides will be on hand to assist you, so even first-timers are welcome to try it out.
↓More about SUP!
4) Night tours
Night tours, a privilege for guests, are also a very popular activity, especially for children.
We invite you to experience a nighttime adventure in the wilderness of Kohama Island.
Guides familiar with the unique flora and fauna of the subtropical zone and the starry sky will be on hand to guide you.
↓Learn more about ↓Night Tours
Click here for a list of popular plan rankings
Must take a boat from Ishigaki Island to Kohama Island
Buy your ferry tickets in advance!
To access Kohama Island from Ishigakijima Remote Island Terminal,Ferry boarding is required.It is.
The ferry terminal can be very crowded. Advance reservations are by far the most convenient way to purchase ferry tickets, as there is no need to wait in line at the counter!
There is no need to worry about the hassle of paying the bill or losing your ticket. Please make reservations in advance and enjoy a smooth and comfortable trip to Ishigaki Island.
Click here to book a ferry to Kohama Island!
↓For more information about Kohama Island ferries, click here↓.
summary
Kohama Island is perfect for those who want to get away from everyday life for a bit and spend some time relaxing.
And on the islandMany people rent cars or motorcycles to get around.However,You can fully enjoy Kohama Island by any means of transportation, so enjoy exploring Kohama Island by whatever means suits you best.
