Okinawa Island Travel Rankings (6th to 16th)

date：: 2023.04.24 (last update date: 2024.01.15)
author：: OkinawaTraveler Editorial Department

Remote islands around Okinawa Island

Okinawa Traveler Editorial Department told 100 people living in Okinawa Prefecture, "Where is your favorite Okinawa remote island?" We conducted a questionnaire! Is the island chosen from among the many remote islands? Click here for the announcement of the 6th place.↓

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[No. 6] Kudaka Island

An island of gods that has a myth about the origin of Okinawa and still attracts the religion of many people. The entire island is a sanctuary, and depending on the sacred place, there are places where entry is prohibited. I recommend a tour with commentary.

Photo provided: Nanjo City Town Development Promotion Section

Reason for selection
●The island around by bicycle was beautiful and it was a very calm time. Also, when cycling on unpaved roads, you can feel the old Japan. (Men in their 40s)
●The commentary tour by the people of the island was very good. I felt natural and sacred. (Women in their 20s)

[No. 7] Taketomijima

An island like a garden where traditional red tile-roofed houses shine beautifully on the white sand road. It is unique to Taketomijima that you can meet the superb views you want to spend, such as Condoi Beach and Nishi Pier. Walking around such an island is just the right speed of a buffalo car that goes slowly.

Reason for selection
●I heard the sound of the three lines from somewhere. You can feel the relaxed island time like the time has stopped. (Women in their 20s)
●I feel like I have come to a place that is not the real world, like time has stopped. (Women in their 20s)

[8th] Haterumajima

The southernmost inhabited island in Japan. It is also famous as the "Hoshinoshima" with the starry sky observation tower. There is little population light on the island, and astronomical shows can be seen almost every day. In addition, there are plenty of attractions such as the beautiful sea called "Haterma Blue" and the most beautiful sandy beach.

Reason for selection
●If you dive, you will see it as much as you can see it. Until now, I have dived various seas, including overseas, but here the transparency is wonderful and exceptional! (Men in their 30s)
●Because there are few artificial structures, the appearance of the stars is unimaginable. It was worth coming far away. (Men in their 40s)

[9th] Iheya-jima Island

The northernmost manned island of Okinawa. The sea, which is said to have different blueness from place to place, can see table corals up to several kilometers when diving. There is a rumor that this island can be taken in the moonlight, so why not try it?

Photo provided: Iheya-son

Reason for selection
●The people on the island are kind and have a good feeling! The moonlight is very beautiful. (Women in their 20s)
●The marathon running on the light of the full moon in autumn and the subsequent exchange meeting were very fun. (Women in their 30s)

[10th] Akajima

One of the best diving spots on Zamami Island. After the sea is full of greenery, you can hike to the mountain where the natural monument Kerama Zika lives. Nishihama Beach, located in the northern part of the island, is popular for swimming.

Photo provided: Zamami-son

Reason for selection
●Because it is convenient to go on a day trip from Motojima and flat ground, it feels like a place where you can go sightseeing by bicycle returned in your childhood. (Women in their 30s)
●It has a simple atmosphere that has not become a tourist destination! The transparency of the sea is as attractive as other remote islands. (Women in their 40s)

[11th] Minnajima

15 minutes by high-speed boat from Motobu Peninsula. There are so many flights that you can easily visit the island. The island, shaped like a croissant, is surrounded by the sea with excellent transparency.

Reason for selection
●It is close to Motojima, fully equipped with showers near the beach, and it is nice to enjoy marine sports. (Women in their 20s)
●I was glad that the owner of the guest house guided us in various ways. (Women in their 20s)

[12th] Izena-jima Island

A rich island full of historical cultural properties and wonderful natural scenery such as sea gitala land gitala. It is also famous as an island with many annual events.

Photo provided: Izena Island Tourism Association

Reason for selection
●The festival is very nice. The residents were kind to the tourists and treated them like a family. (Women in their 20s)
●The untouched nature is left as it is! A place where nature is very rich. (Women in their 20s)

[13th] Iriomote Island

90% of the island is covered with subtropical jungles and is also called the East Galapagos. When you step into the subtropical forest, you can see a view that you can't imagine as Japan. Yufujima, which crosses while being shaken by a buffalo car, is also a popular spot.

Photo provided: Iriomote Island Sunny Day

Reason for selection
●There are plenty of nature experience menus. Moreover, it is possible to realize that each one is dynamic and Okinawa is not just the sea. (Women in their 30s)
●I enjoyed the mangrove Kayak with my family. The atmosphere that was neither in Japan nor Okinawa was very good (male in their 40s)

List of spots on Iriomote Island

[14th] Tsuken Island

Nearly 15 minutes from Okinawa Island, the white sandy beach with few tourists and the blue sea are attractive! Let's find a hole spot on the wall at Carrot Island! You can enjoy fishing on the rocky shore and marine sports on the sandy beach.

Photo provided: Uruma City Commerce and Tourism Division

Reason for selection
●I walked around on a sunny day, but it was really peaceful and beautiful. The specialty carrots are sweet and delicious! (Women in their 20s)
●Because the population density is not high and Shimauchi is quiet, you can spend a relaxing time while riding a bicycle. (Women in their 20s)

[15th] Naganne Island

A beautiful white island made of coral sand that became a manned island from an uninhabited island in 2011. The closest national park to Okinawa Island. You can fully enjoy the luxurious time with nothing and nothing.

Photo provided: Tokashiki Co., Ltd.

Reason for selection
●It was only 20 minutes from Naha, but the radiance of the sea was halfway. You can be healed just by looking at the sea. (Women in their 40s)
●Anyway, the sea is beautiful and there are plenty of marine activities. The best location to play in half a day. (Men in their 20s)

[16th] Kohamajima

Kohamajima has become famous in TV dramas. I feel relieved by the simple scenery of the sugarcane fields. From the top of Otake, the highest island on the island, you can see eight islands except Yonaguni Island, and enjoy a 360-degree panorama.

Reason for selection
●While you can enjoy the resort at a large hotel, you will also be healed by the scenery where you can see the sugarcane fields and the surrounding remote islands from Otake. (Women in their 30s)
●I sometimes encounter goats and cows that are grazed, and I like a peaceful feeling (female in my 20s).

Questionnaire: April, 2023

Click here for the ranking of islands around Okinawa (1st to 5th place)

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