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

与那国島の魅力とは

日本最西端に位置する与那国島は、手つかずの大自然と独自の文化が色濃く残る魅力あふれる島It is.

エメラルドグリーンの海に囲まれ、ダイナミックな断崖絶壁や神秘的な海底遺跡が訪れる人を魅了します。

ここでしか味わえない景色や魅力を体験してみてはいかがでしょうか！

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What is Yonaguni Island, the westernmost point of Japan?

Yonaguni Island (Yonaguni Island) is,Japan's westernmost "border islandIt is called

Although it belongs to the Yaeyama Islands, it has a completely different atmosphere from the other islands and became famous as a location for the drama "Dr. Koto Clinic.

約111km先には台湾があり、空気が澄んだ日には水平線上にTaiwan Island Shadowが見えることも。

Population is about 1,700で、自転車で3〜4時間あれば1周することも可能なコンパクトな島です。

Undersea ruins and strange rocks whose mysteries have not been solved even 30 years after their discovery,The sun sets later than any other place in JapanThere are many sights that stir up romance, such as

 

How to get to Yonaguni Island

Yonaguni Island can be reached by ferry or airplane.

Day trips are also possible.However, if you want to relax and enjoy the island time, we recommend staying one night.

 

From Ishigaki Island to Yonaguni Island by ferry

A ferry ride from Ishigaki Island to Yonaguni Island takes about 4 hours one way.

Ferry Yonakuni" from Yashima Ferry Terminal to Kubura Port in western Yonaguni IslandOnly 2 flights per weekThe company is doing so.

Buses depart from Kubura, but only once every hour or two, so advance reservations for rental cars or cabs are essential.

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本土から飛行機で与那国島へ

There are no direct flights from the mainland to Yonaguni Island, with one flight a day from Naha and three flights a day from Ishigaki Island.

If time is limited and you want to arrive quickly, flying is recommended. The Yaeyama islands seen from the sky are also breathtaking!

 

Fly from Naha Airport to Yonaguni Island

There is one flight per day from Naha Airport.

It is important to note that the flight will be an early morning flight (e.g., 7:15 a.m. departure)Need to stay in Naha the night beforeThere are

 

Fly from Shin-Ishigaki Airport to Yonaguni Island

There are three flights a day from Shin-Ishigaki Airport.

From Ishigaki Island, it takes about 30 minutes to reach Yonaguni Island in no time.

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与那国島でおすすめアクティビティ7選

Here are some recommended activities on Yonaguni Island♪

 

むんぶさん周遊ツアー

与那国島に訪れたら、むんぶさん周遊ツアーに参加してみてはいかがでしょうか！

与那国島の魅力を気軽に味わうことができますよ♪

↓与那国島開催！むんぶさん周遊ツアー↓

 

snorkeling

Would you like to snorkel and explore the beautiful sea of Yonaguni Island?

与那国島の海は透明度が非常に高く、海面からはサンゴがはっきりと見えます☆

This is a recommended activity that will surely fascinate you with its fantastic underwater world!

↓与那国島開催！人気シュノーケリングツアー↓

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diving

Diving is recommended to experience the dynamic nature of Yonaguni Island, as well as its long-standing history.

Decades after its discovery, the underwater ruins are still shrouded in mystery and attract divers from all over the world.

Winter and spring are a diver's dreamhammerhead sharkalso appear in the sea of Yonaguni Island!

Held in Yonaguni Island! Click here for diving tours

 

canoe

カヌーは水に入らずに、海上から透明度の高い海を色鮮やかな魚や海の生物を観察することができます！

It is also a relatively easy activity, and even beginners can enjoy it right away.â

↓与那国島開催！人気カヌーツアー↓

Held in Yonaguni Island! Click here for canoe tour

 

Night Tour

与那国島は日本最西端に位置し、その低緯度から、夜には本州では見られない星座や星を観察できます☆

人工的な明かりも少ないため、まるでプラネタリウムにいるかのような感覚を楽しめますよ♪

↓与那国島開催！人気ナイトツアー↓

Held in Yonaguni Island! Click here for Night Tour

 

Horseback Riding Experience

日本に8種いる在来馬の1つ、ヨナグニウマに乗る乗馬体験です。

ヨナグニウマに乗って海や山に出かけられるのも、与那国島ならではの体験It is!

↓与那国島開催！人気トレッキング体験↓

 

fishing

Fifteen minutes offshore from the harbor, there is a large point where you can target marlin, giant trevally, and isomargin tuna, in addition to swordfish.

与那国島の海は潮の流れが早いので、やや上級者向け。

釣りが初めての方は、Experience in Ishigaki Island and then try it.We recommend that you do the following

↓与那国島開催！人気釣りツアー↓

↓石垣島開催！人気釣りツアー↓

 

Recommended Transportation on Yonaguni Island

与那国島は周囲約28kmと広く、島内は少し起伏が激しいです。

and島の東西に観光スポットがちらばっているため、レンタカーかバイク（自転車）での周遊がおすすめIt is!

Rental cars can be rented right in front of the airport, which is very convenient.â

↓おすすめレンタカー付きプランはこちら↓

Learn more about car rentals on Yonaguni Island.

 

与那国島の人気観光スポット7選

Yonaguni Island is located at the westernmost tip of Japan, and its natural beauty and culture are attractive.

Here are some sightseeing spots where you can fully enjoy the charms of Yonaguni Island♪

 

Shikinajima Clinic

ドラマ『Dr.コトー診療所』の撮影が行われた与那国島。

今も尚、ドラマで使用されたセット（待合室や入院室など）が撮影時のまま残っており、見学することができます。

すぐ目の前にある比川浜も、何度もドラマに登場する天然ビーチですので要チェック！

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submarine ruins

1986年に地元ダイバーによって発見された「海底遺跡」は、与那国島の人気観光スポットです！

海底遺跡の周囲は、潮流が激しく上級ダイバー向けですが、目の前に迫る不思議な光景は圧巻です。

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立神岩

島の南東部の海岸にある立神岩（たちがみいわ）は与那国島のシンボルとして有名It is.

Legend has it that a young man who climbed this rock to retrieve seabird eggs in the past and was unable to climb down prayed to the gods and fell asleep.

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ティンダバナ

The erosion caves near the top of the自然の展望台になっており、紺碧の海を一望することができます！

It is said that the legendary female chief San'ai Isoba, who ruled Yonaguni around the 16th century, lived there.

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Nanta Beach

与那国島の中心地にあるナンタ浜は、海のグラデーションがとても綺麗なビーチとして有名It is!

The area near the beach is calm, but a little further out, the tide is fast, so care should be taken when playing in the ocean!

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西崎・日本最西端の碑

西崎（いりざき）にある日本最西端の碑は日本で一番最後に夕日が沈む場所It is.

Below the small hill on which the westernmost monument of Japan stands is a precipitous cliff! You can see the great ocean and the village of Kubura, which is about 111 km from here to Taiwan.

It was also the subject of a visit by Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress (now Emperor and Empress) in 2018.

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東崎展望台

島の最東端に白い灯台が建つ東崎（あがりざき）。断崖絶壁の岬の上に放牧場が広がる絶景ポイントIt is.

晴れた日には、海上に西表島が見えることも。

雄大な景色が広がる岬一帯は放牧地になっており、ヨナグニウマにも会えますよ！

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与那国島ベビーシッタープラン

The "Babysitter" plan provides professional support during your trip to Yonaguni Island with small children!

Childcare or nursing staff will assist you at the hotel, beach, wedding, or other location of your choice.

Please consider us if you have any problems... ♪

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与那国島おすすめホテル7選

与那国島に訪れる際におすすめのホテルをご紹介します！

 

与那国島ホテル むんぶステイナンタ浜

Mumbu Stay Hikawahama is a beautiful inn newly opened in July 2024.

For a single stand-alone room with shower and toilet facilities,You can enjoy your private space without worrying about your surroundings.

 

与那国島ホテル むんぶステイ比川浜

Mumbu Stay Hikawahama is a beautiful inn newly opened in July 2024.

For a single stand-alone room with shower and toilet facilities,You can enjoy your private space without worrying about your surroundings.

Click here for hotel accommodation plans in Yonaguni Island

 

Yonaguni Island Hotel Munbustay Airport

The hotel is a 2-minute walk from the airport. You can check in immediately and enjoy Yonaguni Island for a full day.

The hotel is clean with new rooms opening in 2024.

Also, rental cars can be rented at the front desk, which is very convenient. The common area is also equipped with a washing machine and dryer!

 

Guest House Sakihara-so

The homey atmosphere of the guest house Sakihara-so, where you are always welcomed by the smiling proprietress, is so bright and open that it even makes you feel nostalgic.

There is also tourist information and maps of Yonaguni Island in the common lobby, and if you ask the Okami-san about sightseeing, she will kindly tell you.

 

Yoshimaru Villa

Yoshimaru-so is right in front of Kubura Port and has a dive store attached.Japan's westernmost guest houseIt is.

A friendly guest house with free Wi-Fi, parking, and a large public bath to relieve travel fatigue. A diving store is also attached to the inn, which is used by many divers.

 

入福旅館

The last hotel we will introduce is Irufuku Ryokan, which was used for the filming of the drama "Dr. Coto Clinic.

It is a quaint building dating back 100 years.National Tangible Cultural Propertiesregistered in the

It is located in the center of Sonai district on Yonaguni Island, making it very suitable for sightseeing and getting around. In addition, you can taste fried fish from Yonaguni Island, island salads, and other foods that are made from island ingredients.

 

与那国ゲストハウスFiesta

Yonaguni Guest House Fiesta, with its distinctive white exterior, is handmade by the owner!

Located on a hill in Sonai village on Yonaguni Island, the rooftop terrace overlooks the ocean. It is nice to drink Orion beer while admiring the spectacular view.

Rooms are separated for men and women with private rooms available, and there is also a shared kitchen so that you can cook your own meals. This guesthouse is a great place for travelers to socialize with other travelers.

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The Yaeyama Islands are full of charm!
Ferry ride is required to islands other than Yonaguni Island.

In addition to Yonaguni Island, the Yaeyama Islands include Iriomote, Taketomi, Kohama, Kuroshima, Iriomote, and Hatoma Islands, all of which are attractive islands with culture and history still preserved, and can be reached by ferry from Ishigaki Island.

At Ishigaki Island Tours, you can purchase ferry tickets in advance and check the operation status! Let's check before your trip!

Click here to book ferry tickets.

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summary

The land on Yonaguni Island is rugged, but it is a fascinating spot where the scenery and culture created by nature still remain.

If time is limited, we recommend flying in and renting a car!

Why don't you create wonderful memories in Yonaguni Island, which you can visit a little further from Ishigaki Island?

Click here for a specialized site on Yonaguni Island.