What is the typhoon season on Kohama Island? Thorough explanation of typhoon season characteristics and cautions

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What is the typhoon season on Kohama Island?

If you are considering a trip to Kohama Island in the summer, one of your concerns may be "typhoons.

The rainy season ends in June,July to September is the most typhoon-prone season of the yearIt is.

The number of typhoons approaching Ishigaki Island, located next to Kohama Island, in recent years is as follows.

Not all typhoons hit Kohama Island, though,3-5 typhoons arrive between June and SeptemberThe company is doing so.

This article provides information on typhoon season and activities on Kohama Island that you should know before you travel!

Enjoy Kohama Island to the Fullest! Check out these popular tours below↓

[Choose Between Ishigaki Island or Kohama Island as Your Departure/Return Point] Beginners and children welcome☆ Visit the "Phantom Island" + Ishinishi Lagoon & Sea Turtle Snorkeling Half-Day Morning Tour (No. 667)開始時間9:40-13:00所要時間Approx. 3 hours9,800 yen →directional marker or indicator8,800suffix for names of swords, armour, musical instruments, etc.

Kohama Island/3 hours] Same-day reservation OK! 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 hours10,000 yen

[Kohama Island / Approx. 1 hour] Same-day reservations accepted! A cruise tour featuring a stop at and stroll around the “Phantom Island (Hamajima)”—a must-visit destination☆ Stay dry and comfortable! Safe for everyone from toddlers to seniors♪ (No. 635)開始時間2:30 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.所要時間Approximately 1 hr. 30 min.7,000 yen

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Do ferries operate during the typhoon season?

Kohama Island can be reached by taking a ferry from Ishigaki Island.

When a typhoon is coming, sea conditions are rough and dangerous, so there is a high probability of cancellations.

Even after the typhoon has passed, it is not uncommon for the aftermath to prevent operations for half a day during the trip.Check operation status on a case-by-case basisLet's do it!

Click here for the latest ferry service status.

How to prepare for typhoon season?

Even if you make it to Kohama Island, your return flight may be cancelled and you may not be able to come back to Ishigaki Island.Plan well in advance to allow plenty of time for your schedule.Oh my god!!!

There are no convenience stores or supermarkets on Kohama Island.

You can use the hotel's store, but if you are worried about a typhoon, it is a good idea to prepare in advance a cell phone charge, flashlight, and emergency food and beverages.

Kohama Island/1 hour] Same-day reservation OK☆Only the locals know about it! Kohama Island Night Safari Tour☆Come in contact with creatures of the night (No.660)開始時間19:30-20:30所要時間Approx. 1 hour3,000 yen

Snorkeling in the Ocean of Panari Island, the "Last Paradise" - Half Day Snorkeling Course (No.640)開始時間9:00-13:00 / 13:30-17:00所要時間Approx. 4 hours12,500 yen

[Kohama Island / Approx. 1 hour] Same-day reservations accepted! Enjoy a spectacular sunset on the “Phantom Island” with 360-degree panoramic views☆ Stay dry and comfortable! Phantom Island Landing & Stroll Cruise Tour (No. 636)開始時間Departure: about 1 hour before sunset所要時間Approximately 1 hr. 30 min.7,000 yen

Precautions to be taken when typhoon strikes

If you encounter a typhoon during your trip to Kohama IslandStay indoors and wait for the typhoon to pass!The following is a list of the most common problems with the "C" in the "C" column.

The maximum instantaneous wind speed of 50 meters that blows during a big typhoon is180 km/h.

I would fall over while walking,Avoid going near the ocean, and also avoid going to high places like Oyake.

As mentioned earlier, there are no convenience stores or supermarkets on Kohama Island.

When a typhoon is approaching on your return schedule from Kohama Island, take it easy,One way to stay on Ishigaki IslandIt is.

It is enjoyable because of its high holding rate even before and after typhoons!
Kohama Island Activity Introduction

The following is a selection of highly recommended activities before and after the typhoon!

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Snorkeling tour to Panari Island, Kuroshima Island, and Phantom Island 《No cancellation fee until 18:00 the day before! (No.639)開始時間9:00-15:00所要時間Approx. 6 hours18,000 yen

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 hours15,000 yen

Tours Limited Discount】Iriomotejima Island Ferry Ticket Included★Do the standard! Iriomotejima Mangrove SUP or Canoe Half Day Course 《Photo Data Present》（No.559)開始時間: 11:00 a.m.–5:05 p.m.所要時間: About 4 to 6 hours15,270 yen →directional marker or indicator13,600suffix for names of swords, armour, musical instruments, etc.

mangrove canoe

Canoes (kayaks) are easy to ride, even for beginners.A classic activity that can be enjoyed by men and women of all ages!

In addition, the island of KohamaMangroves block the wind.Therefore, the tour is highly recommended even in inclement weather.

Since there are two-seater options available, it’s popular with couples and families with children. You might even spot some rare creatures before a typhoon hits!

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Kohama Island/2 hours] Mangrove kayak tour for children from 3 years old! Enjoy the nature unique to the subtropical zone♪ Held only at high tide (No.616)開始時間See calendar at the bottom of this page.所要時間Approx. 2 hours8,500 yen

Iriomotejima Mangrove Kayak Morning Course ☆Available from 3 years old♪ (No.632)開始時間8:10 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.所要時間Approx. 3 hours8,800 yen

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Kohama Island Canoe (Kayak) Tour This is a classic activity on Kohama Island! In summer, you can enjoy the ocean by sea kayak, and in winter, you can enjoy canoeing that will make you feel like you are exploring the mangroves or heading to an uninhabited island. (9 in total) アクティビティの詳細を見る

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Introducing 10 plants native to Kohama Island!  Let’s Explore the Untouched Nature of Kohama Island Kohama Island is a popular outlying island accessible by ferry from Ishigaki Island in about 25 minutes. It is also famous for being the setting of the NHK morning drama “Chura-san.” In this article, we’ll take a look at the unique plants that grow wild on Kohama Island, an island rich in natural beauty […]

Walking around the island

Why not take a walk around the island when the waves are rough before or after a typhoon?

On the island walking tour, you can fully enjoy the island by walking through mangrove forests, strolling along white-sand beaches, and climbing Mt. Otake!

Kohama Island has a large, nearly 100-meter-high mountain, which is rare among the Yaeyama Islands, and there is an observatory at the top of the mountain.

From here360-degree view of the landscapeis unique to Kohama Island.Nearby islands such as Taketomi Island and Kayima Island, as well as Hateruma Island, may be seen.

Kohama Island was also the setting for NHK's morning television series "Churasan.

Sugar Road, where the photo was taken, is a single road that runs through sugarcane fields.At the end of the road is the blue ocean, a scene typical of Kohama Island.

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Kohama Island] Experience the daily life of islanders on Kohama Island☆Recommended for those who want to know more about the island in depth! Island Walking Tour (No.638)開始時間9:30-12:00 / 13:30-16:00所要時間Approx. 2.5 hours7,000 yen

Kohama Island, Okinawa] Kohama Island Mangrove Nature Exploration Tour (No.617)開始時間See calendar at the bottom of this page.所要時間Approx. 2 hours8,500 yen

Sunset Tour

As the sun gradually sets, the sky and sea take on a deep blue hue—a sight you definitely don’t want to miss if you’re visiting this southern island!

The sun is especially clear around Kohama Island, where the jet stream has little effect and there is no air resistance, so the sun is much clearer than on Honshu Island.

Also, after the typhoon passesAirborne dust and dirt are gone.goodIt looks very clear.The following is a list of the most common problems with the "C" in the "C" column.

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[Kohama Island / Approx. 1 hour] Same-day reservations accepted! Enjoy a spectacular sunset on the “Phantom Island” with 360-degree panoramic views☆ Stay dry and comfortable! Phantom Island Landing & Stroll Cruise Tour (No. 636)開始時間Departure: about 1 hour before sunset所要時間Approximately 1 hr. 30 min.7,000 yen

Kohama Island/1.5 hours] Sunset kayak tour available only from April to October! A sea kayak tour in the fantastic sea dyed by the setting sun.開始時間Sunset: Varies depending on the sunset.所要時間Approx. 1.5 hours8,500 yen

Kohama Island/Evening】Sunset SUP Tour／Enjoy the sunset at its best☆Beginners, children, and the elderly are welcome! Beginners, children, and the elderly are welcome!開始時間17:00 / 18:00所要時間Approx. 1.5 hours8,500 yen

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Kohama Island Sunset Cruise Experience the late and most beautiful sunset on Kohama Island, Japan's slowest and most beautiful island, with even children as young as 0 years old welcome to join us with nothing more than their hands! (8 in total) アクティビティの詳細を見る

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Enjoy the sunset on Kohama Island! Activities to enjoy the beautiful sunset are also introduced!Kohama Island, made famous by "Churasan," is also famous for its evening sunset. The island is located between Ishigaki Island and Iriomote Island, and its greatest feature is that the sun sets toward Iriomote Island.

Enjoy the indoor experience in Ishigaki Island!

If you have decided not to go to Kohama Island because of an approaching typhoon, we recommend an indoor experience on Ishigaki Island.

Enjoy with friends or with your family, even small children! It's a great way to make memories and take home souvenirs☆.

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How about a summary of information about the typhoon season on Kohama Island and activities before and after the typhoon?

Please plan well in advance, taking into account the possibility of encountering a typhoon.

Also, if the typhoon passes sooner than expected, please consider joining us for some activities!

Enjoy Kohama Island, 120%!
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A boat ride from Ishigaki Island to Kohama Island is required!
Buy your ferry tickets in advance!

To access Kohama Island from Ishigakijima Remote Island Terminal,Ferry boarding is required.It is.

Since the counter on the day of the tour will be very crowded, we recommend that you purchase ferry tickets in advance to avoid 3-density and to prevent tickets from being lost!

Click here to book a ferry to Kohama Island.

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