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- Milton PDeltona, FL103 contributionsMiyajima, near Hiroshima, is a must-see destination, especially for its iconic "floating gate" ¹. This beautiful island offers a unique blend of natural beauty, wildlife, and culturally significant sites. As you step onto the island, you'll be greeted by friendly deer roaming freely ² ³.
Itsukushima Shrine: A UNESCO World Heritage Site famous for its "floating" Torii Gate ² ⁴
Mt. Misen: Take the ropeway for breathtaking views, but be prepared for a challenging hike to the summit ² ⁴
Daisho-in Temple: A serene and historic temple located at the base of Mt. Misen ⁴
Visitors recommend allocating at least 4-5 hours to explore Miyajima's scenic beauty, historic landmarks, and charming shops ⁴. Consider staying overnight to experience the island's romantic ambiance, especially at night ⁵.
For travelers, Miyajima is easily accessible from Hiroshima, with the JR Pass covering boat transportation ⁶. If you're short on time, a day trip from Hiroshima is feasible, but be prepared for a busy schedule ⁴.Written October 1, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - ihenders_ukBedford, UK116 contributionsInevitably, we'd been drawn by its appearance on the Skyfall 007 movie; but we found a visit to Gunkanjima gave a real insight into life in Japan in the 1950s & 60s.
We travelled with Gunkanjima Concierge, who were excellent. Visiting the digital museum ahead of the trip was invaluable to provide a good context. Commentary on the boat and around the island was in Japanese, but we were given detailed transcripts which gave a thorough background to the history of mining on the island. The guides went out of their way to offer extra information in English for us.
Highly recommended!Written November 27, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - gsgman777Columbia, IL806 contributionsIt was our last day in Japan and we took a day trip to Kamakura and then visited Enoshima Island. As others on here have said, it is a very magical place. It's a 10 minute walk across the bridge to this island and it just has a good feel to it. I wish our plans that day would have allowed for more time on the island.Written June 25, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- LewisHartlepool, UK82 contributionsEven in late Dec / early Jan, this place was like a tropical island - lovely and sunny! Bunnies everywhere! Sad to see a few injured rabbits though - I hope they get tended to by vets. Lovely walks and plenty to see/explore. I wish they would invest in repairing some of the decaying structures though, e.g. an abandoned shrine, an unused swimming pool, decaying tennis courts, etc.Written June 30, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- ZimminaroundtheworldOkinawa Prefecture, Japan1,973 contributionsI stayed on Zumami Island for three days and had a fabulous time here! The island is absolutely beautiful! I took the two hour ferry ride over from Naha which was pleasant. I took my bike with which was cheap. I suggest brining a bike as it's a great way to get around the island. But a few of the beaches are within walking distance from town. There is so much to do and see here. I primarily went to the beaches for snorkeling and saw sea turtles and a lot of other marine wildlife. The Kerama Blue color of the water was gorgeous, I was even here on cloudy days and it was still amazing. I really hope I will be back here for some more snorkeling and diving. It's easy to get to from Naha, so why not visit?Written June 5, 2021This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- tkpuarSingapore, Singapore1,360 contributionsOur family of five spent 5N/6D in Fukuoka and decided to go to Nokonoshima Island for a day.
We took a bus to Meinohama Ferry terminal to catch the ferry to Noko.
The ferry cost ¥230 one way.
At the Noko point we took a bus shuttle to Islandpark. Cost ¥260.
Another shuttle go to the beach.
Many attractions at the park. Animal feeding,rope skiing,swings,and sports ground will appeal to the children. There are a number of flower gardens all over the park, flowering at different times of the year.
Good choice of food are available from cafes to restaurants. Three of us went to eat udon noodle while the other couple ate at the restaurant offering BBQ meat.
We took the 4.15pm bus back to the jetty.
A very good day for the family outing with lots of happy photos.Written June 22, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - davidbmooreLondon, UK49 contributionsOutstanding package of that ended with superb trip to waterfall lovely mangroves and canoeing. Small hike and wonderful memoriesWritten September 22, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Yosemite008Singapore, Singapore42 contributionsUnique architecture of the remnants of centuries old volcanic eruption of Mt ASO!! The locals called the structure orge washboardWritten December 17, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- The Gadabout TravelerHawaii164 contributionsRuben is a wind-swept island off the NW coast of Hokkaido. One of its claims to fame is that it has the Northernmost bathroom in Japan. It was very windy and the marine fog was just lifting once we got to Cape Sukai. It has a rugged beauty to it that you can only find in these off-the-beaten trail places. A big surprise for me was the number of RVers that came to the island. I thought that was very cool and one day I may give it a go. When you travel there always bring a rain jacket of some form because it will ran when you don't.Written September 1, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- pearlypearlSingapore, Singapore693 contributionsOur cruise ship docked at this port and so we had the chance to visit this place. Pre-booked our tickets online. Quite a big area and very educational information on how pearls are born n the different types of it in the museum area. Another building further in has a memorial hall for the founder, Kokichi Mikimoto san. There is also a live show of the Ama diving show.Written December 19, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Your_Boy_from_TokyoMotobu-cho, Japan10 contributionsIf you want to have a relaxed day off near Motobu, you can go visit Minna Island. The Island has a beautiful beach and very clear water. If you're looking for colorful coral riffs and fish I wouldn't recommend the island tho, since there are no real snorkeling possibilities at the beach itself. You can book a snorkeling tour, but this costs another ca. 4.000 Yen per person. The island has a some shops where you can get food, drinks and ice-cream. So you don't have to bring your own food. Right were you arrive you can borrow umbrellas for 1.000 yen per day (which you will definitely need). To get to the island you have to take a ferry from Toguchi-Port. The Price for the ferry is ca. 2.000 Yen per person round trip.Written August 6, 2018This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Let's Go Lab JPOsaka, Japan9 contributionsThis time we visited 渡嘉敷島👉🏻Tokashiki Island!🏖️🗾
Tokashiki Island is part of the Kerama Islands, located in Okinawa, Japan! 🗾✈️🌺🏖️
Tokashiki Island is the largest of the Kerama Islands and is a paradise for diving! The sea at those islands is so beautiful that It's called "Kerama Blue" making it an excellent place for diving!!
It's a destination that definitely should be in your bucket list😍🏖️🗾
You can get there by Ferry or Express Boat(Marine Liner) both departing from Tomarin(port) at Naha🌺
The Marine Liner departs at 9 am and arrives around 9:45 am 😍🏖️🌺
(Round ticket is 4,800Yen)
If you're visiting Okinawa is definitely worth it!♥️🌺🏖️🌊🗾🇯🇵
Let's discover Japan together! Let's GO! 🙋🏼♀️🎥🇯🇵🗾🌊🏖️✈️💕Written September 27, 2020This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Let's Go Lab JPOsaka, Japan9 contributionsWe visited a couple of months ago this stunning island, Hate no Hama! 😍🗾 is an uninhabited island located approximately 5 km away from Kumejima, Okinawa 🏝
Hate no Hama Is made up of 3 Islands:
🏝“Menuhama”
🏝”Nakanuhama”
🏝”Hatinuhama”
Is so beautiful that has appeared several times in commercials and even in Google!
It’s a place that I consider you should put on your bucket list ☺️❤️🇯🇵
Access:
You can visit Hate no Hama by taking a tour from Kumejima, it will take you about 30 mins by boat ❤️ (the hotel will help you arrange the tour so no worries 😉) You’ll LOVE it! 😍❤️
We will do a review of different hotels in Kumejima soon so don’t miss it!
Don’t forget to subscribe to our YouTube channel so you don’t miss any of our adventures! ❤️Written August 26, 2020This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - HS_CompanyYamaguchi, Japan591 contributionsSo-called Ninety-nine Islands are actually composed of 208 islands. "Ninety nine" means "many". We can enjoy the beautiful view from many angles. There are observatories on mountains and hills. Also, you can get on "Kujuuku-shima Cruising" to enjoy view from ocean cruising among islands.
いわゆる九十九島は、実際、208の島々から成っています。「99」は「多い」という意味です。いろいろな角度から美しい景色を楽しむことができます。山や丘に展望台があります。九十九島クルージングに乗船して、島々の間をクルージングしながら海からの景色も楽しめます。Written March 24, 2020This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - backpacker31Boynton Beach, FL5,880 contributionsLovely little island, easily explored in a few hours either on foot or by bicycle. I did both. After walking around the main village, I decided to rent a bicycle to explore the more rural areas further afield. The main village is lined with narrow lanes and traditional Okinawan homes. The rest of the island is virtually unspoiled - hard packed white sand lanes crisscross the island. Dense forests, empty beaches and numerous sacred sites dot the island. There are several restaurants/cafes located close to the port along with bicycle rental shops and a few places to stay for the night. An absolutely wonderful little island to spend a few hours (or an overnight) if you are looking for the 'old Okinawa.'Written April 7, 2018This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
