Miyakojima Essentials
Explore the limestone geology and coastal engineering of the Miyako Islands. This collection features the 1,425-meter Ikema Ohashi bridge, the twin limestone sinkholes of Toriike Pond, and the white sand dunes of Sunayama Beach. Cultural highlights include the mineral-rich Yukishio salt production facility and Ogamijima, an island known for its sacred sites and distinctive mushroom-shaped rock formations. These sites illustrate the region's unique coral-based landscape and maritime heritage.
A Sunayama-Beach
Features a natural coral rock arch and white sand dunes. The beach is reached by a short trek over a sand hill and offers views of the East China Sea.
B Ikema Ohashi
A 1,425-meter bridge connecting Miyako Island to Ikema Island. It spans shallow coral reefs, providing views of the turquoise water known locally as 'Miyako Blue.'
C 下地島の通り池
Two circular limestone sinkholes on Shimoji Island connected to the ocean via underwater caves. They are designated as a National Place of Scenic Beauty and a Natural Monument.
D Cape Nishihenna
The northwestern tip of Miyako Island, characterized by large wind turbines and panoramic views of the East China Sea, Ikema Island, and the Ikema Ohashi bridge.
竜宮城展望台
A three-story observation deck on Kurima Island designed to resemble the mythical Ryugujo undersea palace. It overlooks the seven-kilometer stretch of Yonaha Maehama Beach.
F Makiyama Observatory
Located at the highest point of Irabu Island, this bird-shaped observation deck mimics the grey-faced buzzard. It offers views of the Irabu Bridge and the Miyako mainland.
Yukishio Salt Factory
A production facility for Yukishio, a fine-grain salt extracted from underground seawater filtered through limestone. The site includes a museum and a shop selling salt-based products.
Ogamijima
A small island accessible by ferry from Shimajiri Port. It is known for its sacred sites, traditional fishing culture, and unique mushroom-shaped rocks along the coastline.
Miyakojima City Museum
Miyakojima City Museum opened as the Hirara City Museum of History and Folklore in Hirara, Okinawa Prefecture, Japan in 1989.
Shiratori-Zaki Park
A coastal park on the northern tip of Irabu Island featuring jagged coral cliffs and walking trails with views of the East China Sea.
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