15 minutes at a minimum! Six remote islands go by boat from Okinawa Island where you can enjoy even a day trip.

Minnajima is about 15 minutes by high-speed boat from Toguchi Port in Motobu-cho, northern Okinawa. It is a popular remote island where you can enjoy swimming on a day trip close to the Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium. It is also called "Croissant Island" because it looks like a crescent moon when viewed from the sky. Although it is a small island with a circumference of about 4.6 km, it is visited by as many as 60,000 people a year in search of the sea. As the island approaches, the transparency of the sea increases, and everyone is excited to see fish from the top of the boat!

Iejima, floating to the west of the northern part of Okinawa Island, is a remote island that can be easily reached in about 30 minutes while swaying by ferry from Motobu Port on the way to the Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium. The symbol of the island, Shiroyama, is commonly known as "I Eshima Touch" and features a steep hat-like mountain. The top is less than 300 steps to the top, so parents and children can climb while having fun. From the top, you can see a peaceful view of the contrast between the blue sea and the sky in the green and brown fields.

Nyatiya Cave, which is likely to be overwhelmed by the large entrance, is said to be a sanctuary and place of worship for the people of I Eshima. It is a natural cave and is known as an auspicious power spot for praying for child treasure, and it is said that when a woman lifts the power stone (vizil stone) in the cave, it will give child treasure. In the back of the cave, there is a heart-shaped loophole, so you're lucky!

Located about a 10-minute drive from Aharen Beach, the Aharen Garden is known as a sunset spot. Because it is located on a hill, you can overlook the beach and the surrounding islands, and you can relax and enjoy the sky and sea changing from blue to orange. It is also a nice point that parking lot and toilet are in place. The promenade extends to Cape Aharen, located at the southernmost tip of Tokashiki Island, so it is recommended to take a walk.

Zamami Island, which has one of the world's most transparent seas, is one of the Kerama Islands designated as a national park. The old Zamami Beach, which has won two stars in the Michelin Green Guide, has a pure white sandy beach and the endless sea of cobalt blue. It is said that you can enjoy extraordinary life in 50 minutes by a high-speed boat from Naha, and during the summer season, it is crowded with people who swim as well as swimming, snorkeling and diving. On the sandy beach, there are not only rental shops for life jackets and beach parasols, but also restaurants, so why not take a break after playing as much as you can?

Located a 3-minute walk from the harbor, Wayama Mozuku is a specialty shop where mozuku soba is famous. It features a chewy hand-made thick noodles kneaded with 100% Zamami mozuku. The sweet soup stock based on bonito and kelp and the compatibility of three meat is perfect! Why don't you spend a sunny day on the terrace seat where you can feel the wind of Zamami Island? Lunch time is crowded, so we recommend that you have plenty of time.

30 minutes by high-speed boat from Heshikiya Port in Uruma City, central Okinawa Island. Tsukenjima, which is also known as Carrot Island, is a famous carrot production area. A 10-minute walk from the port, observation deck and benches with carrot motifs are installed. If you climb the top floor, you will surely be able to see the scenery that you can't imagine from its cute appearance. It is a recommended sightseeing spot on Tsuken Island, where you can overlook the carrot fields in Shimauchi, Tumai Beach (Tsuken Island Beach) and Okinawa Island.

Sweet Tsuken carrot with plenty of natural bounty. How about "Tsuken Carrot Cider" that uses plenty of such proud carrots? It is also recommended for children who are not good at carrots because it is easy to drink because it has a refreshing feeling of carbonic acid and a secret taste. The colorful orange color and the nostalgic retro design match wonderfully, and the photo is perfect. It can be purchased at Heshikiya Port Terminal, making it a perfect souvenir for your trip.

If you want to fully enjoy the sea of Kudaka Island, "Romanse Road" is indispensable. promenade with a view of the sea, is well-maintained, as short as 600 meters and the road width is narrow, so it is recommended to park your bicycle and walk around. The red tiled roof arbor on the way is not only a break spot, but also a great view of the superb view! If you go down the rocky area, you can also go to the hideaway beach, Udi Beach.

A little further away from Okinawa Island, remote islands are not only easy to visit, but also ideal for day trips. You can plan your itinerary to visit multiple remote islands at once, or you can go back and make a small trip. When you travel to Okinawa, be sure to check out the surrounding islands.