Sunset Spot in Nishizaki / It is a sunset seen from the Coast of Nishizaki, Itoman City, Okinawa Prefecture. Thereare is a breakwater near Mimi Beach where fish art is drawn. You can see the Kerama Islands in the distance, and the sunset seen from here is very beautiful. There are many people taking a walk while watching this sunset ^^

Sweeping views of Nature in the Northern Part / This is the view seen from "DRIVE IN Rikari Kawarumi" in Nakijin Village, Okinawa Prefecture. This is an Observation decks, and it is a Spot where you can see the Warumi Strait, the Kouri Bridge, and Yanbaru in the distance. There is also a Hamburger restaurant, and there are sofas and terrace seats, so you can overlook this view while eating a Hamburger. I recommend coming in the middle of summer ^^

【Event Notice】📍 Izena Village, Okinawa 2025 (Reiwa 7) Degree Public Affairs Seimei Festival You can ✨ worship the Jade Palace, which is unlocked only on this day once a year Date & Time: Thursday, April 3, 2025 (Reiwa 7), 10 a.m. ~ Location: Nationally Designated Important Cultural Property "Gyokugoten" Organizer: Izena Village The public is also welcome to attend, so you can see the precious ceremony and the inside of the Jade Palace, which is only unlocked once a year. https://www.izena-kanko.jp/detail.jsp?type=TopicsTopPage&id=104381&funcid=2&editMode=...

📍 Izena Island, Okinawa Experience Mackerel Ibar on Okinawa's largest Uninhabited island Make Squid Da using only what you have on the Uninhabited island and escape within 48 hours! A group of 6 good friends participate in the graduation trip of graduate school! We want to push ourselves to our limits. I want to make memories with my friends. We want to test our Mackerel Ibar ability. I felt a sense of accomplishment when I rowed the raft to the end and reached the goal. It was a great graduation trip! The walk-in tour has ended successfully! Thank you also for the recovery of Traditional Japanese straw raincoat on an Uninhabited island/ Presently/ We are looking for participants from all over the country for the 3 tours in May, July, and September! https://www.mujinto-yanaha.com//

🌊 Welcome to the ✨ mysterious and beautiful world of the sea I went again this year! Annual event 3 days 2 nights tour🐋 of Okinawa Impression diving, and dreamy whale watching... It was a special experience that stayed with me all the time. The dance of the dogfish and damselfish flocking in the coral forest was a masterpiece, and it was truly indescribably beautiful. What is the appeal of whale watching? Speaking of winter in Okinawa, whale watching is not to be missed. Humpback whales appear in the waters around Okinawa for breeding in winter, and you can see their Powerful presence right in front of you. By combining whale watching after diving, you can enjoy the waters of Okinawa even deeper. 🐳 Whale Trivia The humpback whale is a large whale that can reach up to 15 meters and weigh up to 30 tons. Their graceful swimming and dynamic jumps (yellowtail ching) are spectacular. Humpback whales are also famous as "singing whales", where male whales sing beautifully to communicate with their mates. 🪸 Beautiful sea with coral forests The sea in Okinawa is also known as the "Coral Forest" where colorful corals spread all over. Corals are an important part of the marine ecosystem, and the colorful fish that live there are truly fantastic. For divers, it is truly a Impression moment to experience such a rich world of the sea up close. Thank you to everyone who participated for a wonderful three days! 😃 Dive, drink, eat... It was a great memory! smile 📅 Next held in: Early March 2026 If you couldn't make it this year, be sure to do it next time! 💪 Experience this unforgettable impression together! Thoughts 🌈 of Hokule'a Shonan At Hokule'a Shonan, we believe that diving is not just an adventure, but a journey to explore the unknown and discover a new side of ourselves. You may be able to meet a new self by encountering Okinawa's rich sea creatures and entrusting yourself to the quiet and serene blue world. "Let's embark on a journey into a world we have not yet seen." We hope you will join us on this tour. 🌊

Meet the blue world and coral paradise 🌊🐠 on the Okinawa main island tour The sea on the main island of Okinawa is as beautiful as if you were lost in another world. Hokule'a Shonan Held in a tour of the main island of Okinawa where you can fully enjoy this charm. In this article, we will introduce you to plenty of fantastic sights that you can encounter during the tour. 【Impression experience 💙 surrounded by the world of blue】 When you dive into the waters of Okinawa, you will see a world of crystal clear blue in front of you. The color of the sea is deep and clear, and you feel as if you are being sucked in. The sunlight shining into the water beautifully highlights the silhouettes of corals and fish, and you will lose track of time. Especially from winter to Spring, the sea in Okinawa is even more transparent, and you can clearly see the details of fish and coral in the distance. During the tour, experienced instructors will provide solid support so that even beginners can enjoy this mysterious sight with peace of mind. 🤿 [A coral paradise 🌿🪸 woven with pale greenery] Okinawa's coral reefs are impressive with their gentle greenish hue. The sight of coral spreading out like a flower garden is truly a paradise under the sea. If you look closely, you can see colorful small fish swimming around energetically in the coral gaps, like a scene from an Anime. 🐟🐡 Coral reefs are an important part of Okinawa's rich ecosystem. In order to protect this beautiful coral reef, Hokule'a Shonan dives while conveying the importance of environmental protection. Participants are also encouraged to be aware of environmentally friendly behaviors. 🌍 【Encounters 🐠🐟 with a variety of fish】 In the waters of the main island of Okinawa, you can encounter a variety of fish, such as colorful tropical fish, schools of blue-purple fish, and small and cute yellow fish. In particular, the fish swim densely near the coral reef, making it a perfect scene that makes you want to take pictures. 📸 On the tour, you can enjoy each of them, admiring schools of fish swimming leisurely and looking for rare creatures hidden behind the rocks. The instructor will also introduce the names and ecology of the fish, so one of the attractions is not only to see them, but also to have a learning experience. 📝 [How to 🧳✈️ participate in the Okinawa main island tour] Hokule'a Shonan's tour of the main island of Okinawa can be enjoyed by everyone, from beginners to experienced people. We propose a plan tailored to the skills and wishes of the participants, so that they can safely experience the beautiful world of the sea. Details and dates of the tour are available on the official website and social media, so be sure to check them out. 👀 Why don't you create your own special memories in the sea of Okinawa? ✨ [The possibilities are endless! ] 🌟】 Hokule'a Shonan supports the first step into the unknown. In the sparkling blue waters of Okinawa, let's embark on a journey to free your mind and find a new you. 🌊💫

It's still cold in Okinawa! The temperature on Izena Island is up to 22°C today So, for Okinawans, it's cold. When the sun comes out, it's warm with short sleeves. By the way, when I was organizing my photos, I found the coral reef of Izena Island! After all, it is an unexplored area of diving, so there are still many ✨✨ unknown spots It's quite a ✨✨ hidden gem Squid this summer, why don't you go private diving on Izena Island? ✨✨

Izena Shoenou Festival 📍 Outlying Islands of Okinawa Waterfront Fureai Park Stage Held in in 2025 on a three-day holiday in August! The schedule will be Open to the public around June.

Hart's Coral Reef ❤️ 📍 Izenajima Rinkai Park, Okinawa Appears around 100 centimeters of tide level on a sunny day 3 minutes walk from Nakata Port Terminal on Izena Island

Ferry Izena Shoen Take a comfortable boat trip aboard the largest car ferry on Okinawa's Outlying Islands with a capacity of 350 people to Izena Island 1 hour 😊 from Nakijin Village Unten Port For more information, please visit the Home page from your profile!

Sunset is the most beautiful beach 🏖️ 📍 Izena Beach Izena Island, a Outlying Islands in Okinawa 1 hour by ferry from Nakijin Village Unten Port

I'm just ✨ staring at the sea 📍 Izena Beach Outlying Islands in Okinawa where you don't feel time

📍 Gitara Observation decks　 Superb view ✨ from the One of the 100 best beaches in Japan Futamigoura Coast

Izena Beach 🏖️ All campsites on Izena Island, a Outlying Islands in Okinawa Prefecture, are free of 😊 charge (Please take your trash home)

Kumejima Tsumugi Exhibition and Kumejima Tsumugi Fair Week Held in February 6th is Kumejima Tsumugi Day! This year marks the 20th anniversary of the national designation of Kumejima Tsumugi as an Important Intangible Cultural Property. February 1st ~ 16th is Kumejima Tsumugi Fair Week. When you come to Kume Island, be sure to enjoy the charm of Kumejima Tsumugi, a traditional craft that Kume Island is proud of. How do you like it? to be rediscovered through seeing, touching, and experiencing? 【Kumejima Tsumugi Exhibition】 Venue: Kume Island Museum Period: February 1 (Sat) ~ February 16 (Sun), 2025 (Reiwa 7) *Closed on Mondays * The first day, February 1 (Sat) 11 o'clock ~ Opening Ceremony Held in at Kume Island Museum Contact us Kume Island Museum 542 Katekari, Kumejima, Shimajiri-gun, Okinawa TEL　０９８－８９６－７１８１ Kumejima Tsumugi Fair Week Events will be held in on Sunday, February 2nd! 〇 Free dressing experience * Reception on the day, first-come, first-served basis 〇 Free weaving experience * Reception on the day, first-come, first-served basis 〇Exploring the historical background of Kumejima Tsumugi (10 o'clock ~ 14 o'clock) * Advance reservation required Information: President Toru Matsumoto February 1 (Sat) ~ February 16 (Sun) * 2/13 (Thursday) will be closed due to the old 16th Day Festival. 〇 Sales of special service items 〇Tsumugi Day Limited SALE Location: Kumejima Tsumugi no Sato Yuimaru-kan (Opening hours: 9 a.m. ~ 5 p.m.) TEL:０９８－９８５－８３３３

Okinawa Winter Tradition "Kikumination" / In various parts of Okinawa, the chrysanthemum fields are illuminated from 11 p.m. ~ 3 p.m. every year from December ~ March. It is "electric chrysanthemum". Cultivation of chrysanthemums has become popular in conjunction with the New Year and the New Year, and the flowering time of chrysanthemums is adjusted by lighting at night. There are electric chrysanthemums on the mainland, but I hear that they are mainly House cultivation and cannot be seen from the outside. The warm Okinawan scenery and fantastic scenery will Unfolds! In Okinawa, it is called "Kikumination", which is a combination of chrysanthemums and illumination^^ Actually, I went to see it for the first time. (-_-;) The location is in the Obazura district of Itoman City. As you walk through the darkness, you will suddenly see a light. How many chrysanthemums are growing? It seems that the lighting time is different, and I was surprised when the light bulb in the next field suddenly turned on. ^^; When you come to Visiting the site, don't Squid into the field because it's private land...

Yomitan Village Sightseeing spots & Events 【December~March】 Yomitan Village in winter is full of fun! Sightseeing spots & Events are just a few of them! Come and experience it! 【Cape Zanba Lighthouse & Whale Watching】 Cape Zanba Lighthouse is the only lighthouse on the main island of Okinawa that can be climbed, and is also certified as a lighthouse in love. Period of winter is the time when you can see humpback whales raising their young, so you can also go whale watching. [Ryukyu Lantern Festival] This year's 10th "Ryukyu Lantern Festival" is counted as one of the "#Okinawa 3 Great Night Views"! You can enjoy making washi lanterns and projection mapping! 【Ilmi Banta Seaside Night Light】 The "Night Light on the Seaside" planned by Banta Cafe by Hoshinoya Resort is a fantastic world where the blue sea shines under the stars and the white sand beach floats! 【Yomitan Cosmos Field】 A vast cosmos field on the north side of Yomitan Junior High School! On the mainland, the Cosmos blooms in early autumn, but in Okinawa, the Yomitan Cosmos Field that can be seen at this Period is the best photo Spot!

"Yomi market" is Held in on the third Sunday of every month. This time, it will be held in jointly with "Umufusu 2024 in Yomitan"! The Potato Festival, for and by potato lovers, is coming again this year. Stalls such as sweet potato sweets shops and kitchen cars in the prefecture! We look forward to seeing many of you there. Date & Time: Sunday, November 17, 2024 10:00~16:00 Location: Yomitan Farmer's Market "Yunta Market" parking lot Car Fee: Free admission Rain or Cancelled due to stormy weather * At the same time, Held in Held in a study session on former rot disease control measures!

Autumn Dusk and Purple Gold Mountain/Comet Atlas / I took this photo from a residential area in Gushi, Naha City, Okinawa Prefecture. It was covered by thick clouds, but a comet appeared through the clouds^^ The angle of the comet's tail that Shochiku Ume Plum is photographed in Hokkaido is different from Okinawa. Does that mean that the distance is that far away? I could see the comet's tail with the naked eye, so I Impression it for the first time since Comet Hale-Bopp^^ You can see Senaga Island in the middle and the runway of Naha Airport on the right. The mountain shadow in the back right is the Kerama Islands.

I took this photo when I traveled to Okinawa for the second time in my life. The Perseid meteor shower was just coming, and I was able to take a picture just now. In the northern part of Ishigaki Island, there were 📸 few private houses, which was perfect for taking pictures of the stars

It is a building with a view of the sea in midsummer. Squid, I want to spend a day looking at the sea from such a place.

Shisa-kun watching over the beach / Silvama Beach It is Silvama (Imadomarihama) located in Nakijin Village in the northern part of the main island of Okinawa. There is one very colorful Shisa here. In Okinawa, Shisa is a guardian deity! They are watching over the beach, so you can spend your time here with peace of mind ^^

Silvama / It is Silvama (Imadomarihama) located in Nakijin Village in the northern part of the main island of Okinawa. It's also called Tomari Beach, but it's Squid where mainly Locals come... The islands on the Horizon are Iheya Island and Izena Island. The people who are sailing are people from other countries. The uncle of the manager here told me ^^ The sea is calm and very comfortable!

Boy jumping into the sea / Araha Beach (Shiokawa Bridge) It is a bridge on the way to Chatan town Araha Beach. Boys often jump into the sea from this bridge, but I was able to see it again! It's a place that becomes their stage on weekends ^^ I was jumping in happily. The sun went down, the surface of the water sparkled, and their silhouettes became picturesque!

Araha Beach / Araha Beach is located in Chatan town, Okinawa Prefecture. Rice military Kadena Air Base is also nearby, so it is a beach with many Mr./Ms. military personnel stationed offshore. On the sandy beach, you can enjoy beach volleyball, BBQ, and marine sports, and it is quite crowded on weekends. Every time I come here, there is an American restaurant with a view of the beach, and I cool off while eating tacos here. ^^

Kabira Bay 2023.07 Memories of my trip to Okinawa Since it was close to evening, I was able to take a picture when no one was around. You can't swim in Kabira Bay because the tide stream fast, but you can take a walk in the bay in a glass boat. You can relax while looking at the seabed in the beautiful bay.

Summer in Okinawa "Eisa" / Speaking of summer in Okinawa, it is "Acer". On July 7th, I went to the Okinawaya Eisa Festival held on Kokusai Street. Eisa is a dance to send the spirits of ancestors to the other world on the Kyu-Bon, and it is an event in which people parade around the village while beating large drums and drums and dancing with their hands on the song sanshin. We also pray for the safety of each family and the safety of their families. The performance of jumping in the second half of the performance was a masterpiece! After this, we will make many jumps. In the heat, this performance is amazing! It is the biggest attraction of the Sakaeguchi Youth Association. At this time, it started to rain, but the performance was completed safely until the end.

Summer in Okinawa "Eisa" / Speaking of summer in Okinawa, it is "Acer". On July 7th, I went to the Okinawaya Eisa Festival held on Kokusai Street. Eisa is a dance to send the spirits of ancestors to the other world on the Kyu-Bon, and it is an event in which people parade around the village while beating large drums and drums and dancing with their hands on the song sanshin. We also pray for the safety of each family and the safety of their families. The boy in the lead was dancing on the side of the road last year, but this year he took the lead and pulled me along. It has become reliable. ^^ I hope that this child will grow up and carry on the traditions of Okinawa. The sound of the Drums heard nearby is powerful and really touches my heart.

Summer in Okinawa "Eisa" / Speaking of summer in Okinawa, it is "Acer". On July 7th, I went to the Okinawaya Eisa Festival held on Kokusai Street. Eisa is a dance to send the spirits of ancestors to the other world on the Kyu-Bon, and it is an event in which people parade around the village while beating large drums and drums and dancing with their hands on the song sanshin. We also pray for the safety of each family and the safety of their families. At the Eisa Festival, youth associations in each region perform dances, so it's great to see various types of performances! It is actively held in various places from July ~ August. It was very hot on this day, but when I heard the sound of Eisa's big Drum and tightening Drum, I wanted to sing with Acer Acer♬ and my blood started to rush ^^ I forgot about the heat!

It's Marine Day... Ocean Blue on Ikejima, Okinawa Ikejima is an Outlying Islands, but it is a sea viewing spot where you can go on an expedition by car while enjoying such a scenic scenery by driving along the underwater road, crossing the bridge over the island, and crossing the bridge over the island. The highly transparent sea is so beautiful! Ocean Blue