List of recommended places to visit and things to do in Kohama Island!

Stage for the TV series "Churasan
What is Kohama Island?

Kohama Island is a relatively small island with a circumference of approximately 16.6 km, and with a small population, the island still retains its ancient nature.

While preserving the natural beauty of the island's past, the island now offers some of the most comfortable facilities and excellent service in Japan, making it the perfect place to spend a free-spirited and rich vacation!

How to get to Kohama Island

There is no airport on Kohama Island, so you must first go to Shin-Ishigaki Airport. Then, from Shin-Ishigaki Airport, head to Ishigaki Port Remote Island Terminal (about 30 minutes) and take a ferry (about 25 minutes) to Kohama Island.

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Getting Around Kohama Island

Kohama Island hasBuses and cabs on the route.not (verb-negating suffix; may indicate question or invitation with rising intonation)Therefore, the only means of transportation are rental cars, rental bikes, and rental bicycles.

The rental store is located right next to Obama Port, so first-time visitors will not get lost!

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5 Popular Activities on Kohama Island

Kohama Island is full of activities that can be enjoyed from ocean fun to healing! In addition to the many points blessed with ocean fun, you can also enjoy authentic spas and yoga at resort hotels.

Here are some of the popular activities that our local staff recommends to enjoy the Churaumi of Kohama Island!

5 Popular Activities on Kohama Island
(1) SUP

SUP on Kohama Island, where you can easily enjoy a walk on the water, is a short course lasting about one hour, so it is attractive to combine it with other courses or to do it in your spare time.

Kohama Island is a small island with a circumference of 16 km, so you can enjoy SUP tours around the perimeter of the island (about 1/4 of the island), which you cannot experience on other remote islands.

Learn more about SUP on Kohama Island.

5 Popular Activities on Kohama Island
(2) Canoeing

Canoeing is a classic activity that can be enjoyed by men and women of all ages.

In particular, canoeing in the mangroves of Kohama Island is held in brackish water where fresh water and sea water mix, so it is compact and easy to enjoy the mangrove primeval forest!

Learn more about canoeing on Kohama Island.

5 Popular Activities on Kohama Island
Snorkeling

The waters around Kohama Island are famous for such things as "Ishinishi Jagako," Japan's largest coral reef area, which is also proud of its beautiful scenery.

Snorkeling in the emerald green waters of Kohama Island's unique ocean color is very popular!

Colorful tropical fish do not run away when you get close to them, so you can swim with them.

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5 Popular Activities on Kohama Island
(4) Fishing

The waters around Kohama Island are a blast to fish, so much so that sometimes you spend more time preparing than you do fishing.

Therefore, even first-time fishermen and small children will be fully satisfied.

Learn more about fishing on Kohama Island.

5 Popular Activities on Kohama Island
(5) Experience Diving

If you go all the way to Kohama Island, dive in waters so clear that you can see corals on the ocean floor even from the surface!

Many first-time divers are able to participate in the experience diving itself at the resort area "Kohama Island".

It is said that approximately 400 types of coral reefs such as eda coral and table coral can be seen in the waters around Kohama Island.

Learn more about diving on Kohama Island.

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Popular and recommended sightseeing spots

Here are some popular tourist spots to visit when you come to Kohama Island. Don't worry, all of them can be reached not only by car, but also by bicycle or on foot!

Popular Sightseeing Spots in Kohama Island
Oodake (Ufudake)

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It is the highest mountain (hill) on the island at 99 meters above sea level, from which the Yaeyama Islands can be viewed. After climbing the long staircase (about 290 steps) to the top, there is a panoramic observatory from which you can enjoy a 360-degree panoramic view of the island.

The view of the stunning ocean and surrounding islands from the top of Kohama Island's highest peak is breathtaking!

Popular Sightseeing Spots in Kohama Island
Ishinagata mangrove community

This is a habitat for mangrove plants such as hirugi, which grow in brackish waters where seawater and freshwater mix.

It is said that this mangrove forest came from Iriomote Island. The nature peculiar to the subtropical zone spreads out, and creatures such as small crabs and gobies can be observed at the base of the forest.

In winter, mangrove canoeing and other tours are also offered, so why not join in? ♪

Popular Sightseeing Spots in Kohama Island
Tumal Beach

The beautiful beach is about a 10-minute walk from Obama Port, with shallow, white sand and blue waters.

Tumar means 'sea' in the dialect. You can stop by while waiting for the ferry at Obama Port.

Popular Sightseeing Spots in Kohama Island
Hosozaki Coast

Kubazaki Beach is located on the west side of Kohama Island, near the village of Hosozaki,Iriomote Island can be seen very close by.

It is recommended to relax on the beach and do some shelling. Swimming is prohibited due to the fast current!

Popular Sightseeing Spots in Kohama Island
sugar road

Sugar Road became famous after the NHK television series "Churasan.

A 1-km straight road stretches straight east from the village to the center of the sugarcane fields. From summer to fall, the green leaves of the sugar cane are bright to the eye and look great against the tropical blue sky, making it a great photo spot!

Popular Sightseeing Spots in Kohama Island
Kohagura-so

This very popular spot was featured as the birthplace of the heroine in the NHK drama "Churasan.

The sign used for the photo shoot is still in place. However, since it is private property, you cannot enter the building, but you can see it from the outside.

Popular Sightseeing Spots in Kohama Island
Nishidatake Observatory

The West Odake Observatory is the highest observatory on the island, located to the west of Odake. It offers a panoramic view of the island, so you can decide where to go while enjoying the scenery at the observatory.

The spectacular view from Nishidake is the best on the island, so mountain lovers will not be disappointed.

Popular Sightseeing Spots in Kohama Island
Cattley Observatory

From the Katore Observatory, you can see Ishinagata Mangrove and Iriomote Island. it is a new observatory built in 2013 and is famous as one of the best sunset spots in Yaeyama.

Parking is available, so you can also access by car. It is also a good place to stop by for a break from driving around Kohama Island.

Popular Sightseeing Spots in Kohama Island
Churasan Plaza

Churasan Hiroba is a lawn square located at the stairs to the observatory of Odake, located in the center of Kohama Island, and although it is named Churasan Hiroba, it does not seem to be related to the drama Churasan.

A small stage is set up so that events are often held on Kohama Island, and the islanders crowd the area on the day of the event. It is also convenient to use the parking lot and restrooms for a break.

summary

Kohama Island," a resort in the South Sea, offers a relaxing island time that is a little different from other islands.

It is especially recommended for those who want to relax and forget the hustle and bustle of daily life surrounded by nature. We hope you will go there!

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