It takes about 20 minutes by boat from Yaeyama Kanko Ferry in Ishigaki. Taketomi Island, a small island, is famous not only for its sea and greenery but also for its cycling.
It is possible to visit the island for a day trip or stay overnight for free sightseeing. Please enjoy a memorable day on Taketomi Island.
Point 1: Kondoi Beach with overwhelming clarity
Kondoi Beach on the west coast of Taketomi Island is a paradise of pure white sands and the bluest sea anywhere.
The beach is shallow, so you can play with your feet or take a short dip.
For more fun, try snorkeling. You can see small fish on Kondoi Beach. It is the Kondoi Beach of Taketomi Island that just heals you.
Point 2: Walking and cycling with a relaxed view of Okinawan villages
To enjoy Taketomi Island to the fullest, walking and cycling are essential.
There are Okinawan villages and you can feel the traditional culture just by walking around. Nature is also abundant, so just by looking at it, you will be able to heal your daily fatigue.
Furthermore, you can enjoy the nature of Taketomi Island by cycling with the wind. There are buffaloes, beaches, and many sightseeing spots.
They are full of superb scenic spots, so please take pictures of them.
Point 3: Stay on the island and relax
If you want to enjoy Taketomi Island more, please stay overnight. Most tourists visit the island on a day trip, but there are attractions that can only be experienced by staying overnight.
For example, the star-filled sky, which you can never see in the city. Because there are few lights, the stars are clearly visible. The sunrise is also spectacular.
Just by staying on the island, you will spend a day that will make you want to visit again.
