How to get to Hatoma Island, how to play, and recommended spots!

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In this article, we’ll introduce “Hatoma Island,” a small remote island located in the Yaeyama Islands of Okinawa Prefecture.

 

​This island, with its unspoiled nature and beautiful ocean stretching out before you, is,Hatoma Island: A Soothing Retreat Where You Can Escape the Hustle and Bustle of the Cityto introduce you to the following!

 

What is Hatoma Island?

Hatoma Island is located about 30 km northwest of Ishigaki Island.Approximately 3.9 km in circumferenceIt is a small island.​

 

The population is about 40 people....and since it hasn't been heavily developed as a tourist destination, it retains its old-fashionedThe scenery and culture of Okinawa are still very much alive here.

​In particular, the crystal-clear ocean"Hatoma Blue"It continues to captivate visitors.

 

Features of Hatoma Island and Why It's Worth Visiting

Hatoma Island is a small remote island about a 40-minute ferry ride from Ishigaki Island.

 

With no cars or traffic lights, the traditional Okinawan scenery unfolds, and time flows quietly by.

 

While being soothed by the beautiful ocean, the starry sky, and the quaint villages,The very essence of nature's beautyYou can take your time and savor the island's charm.

How to Get to Hatoma Island

To Hatoma Island from Ishigaki IslandAbout 45 minutes by high-speed boatYou can go there.

 

There are some flights that stop at Uehara Port on Iriomote Island, but since they take significantly longer, it’s better to take a direct flight unless you plan to sightsee on Iriomote Island as well.

 

 

 

The Ishigaki Port Remote Islands Terminal is the gateway to the remote islands of the Yaeyama Islands, including Hatoma Island.Single Point of ContactIt is.

 

However, since there are only a few ticket counters inside the Ishigaki Port Remote Islands Terminal, it gets very crowded, and “"I can't seem to buy tickets."This situation occurs.

 

For this reason, we recommend that tickets be purchased online rather than locally!

 

Transportation on Hatoma Island

Since Majima is a small island, getting around is usually done on foot, andEnjoying the scenery of nature and the village while taking a leisurely strollYou can enjoy the

 

Some accommodations offer bike rentals, so you can explore the island efficiently by bike.

 

On foot

Hatoma Island has a circumference of 3.9 km, so you can walk around it in about 1 to 2 hours; in the Yaeyama Islands,The Smallest Inhabited IslandIt is.

 

For this reason, getting around on foot is the primary way to explore the island and take in every detail.

 

bicycle

You can rent them at a low cost at places like inns, andEasier to get around than on footIt's popular with tourists because it's something they can do.

 

Since there are a lot of reservations during peak season, when booking a place to stay,Apply for a Rental TogetherLet's do the following.

 

Hatoma Island's
8 Recommended Spots

Hatoma Island has so many attractions that you’d never guess it’s such a small island!

 

On Hatojima Island,Nature and History, ,Scenery Unique to the IslandHere are 8 recommended spots where you can enjoy [...].

 

① Village

In the village, about half of all households live in traditional single-story houses with square roofs, and many of themHimpun (a screen with charms to ward off evil spirits)...is provided.

 

Since this area is prone to typhoons, to protect against the wind,Fukugi...are also planted there.

 

② Hatoma Nakamori and Hatoma Island Lighthouse

A hill located almost in the center of Hatoma Island. From the summit, you can enjoy a panoramic view of the blue sea and the majestic Iriomote Island, which is featured in the folk songThe location that inspired the "Hatoma-bushi" songIt is said.

 

Follow the path through the trees, climb the stairs, and you'll find a lighthouse; next to it is an observation deck.

 

"Nakamori"The name comes from the fact that there are three forests on Hatoma Island, and this one is located right in the middle of them.

 

③ Shimanakahama

Shimanaka Beach, located on the north side of the island, features white sand and crystal-clear, shallow waters stretching out into the distance.A quiet beach.

 

With few people around, it’s the perfect place to relax—whether you’re taking a leisurely stroll or gazing out at the ocean. On a sunny day,You can also see Iriomote Island.

 

④ The Husband-and-Wife Rocks

Located roughly in the northwest section of the loop road is a stone said to promote marital harmony."The Couple's Rocks"

 

Long ago, when the area where this rock now stands was still farmland, a couple who worked the fields here were very close—which is why it’s called the “Couple’s Rock.”

 

⑤ Tachihara Beach and the Site of the Samurai Residence

Hatoma Island'sA small beach at the northwestern tipIt is.

 

It's located on the inner side of the reef, but since it's not a large beach, it's not suitable for swimming or snorkeling, andThe perfect beach for gazing out at the oceanIt is.

 

⑥ Yara Beach

Yarahama is located on the west coast of Hatoma Island, andThe Largest Natural Beach on Hatoma IslandIt is.

 

The beach is ideal for swimming because the water is shallow and the waves are calm, and as the sun sets, you can enjoy a beautiful sunset, making it a famous spot for viewing the evening scenery.

 

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⑦ Soto-Wakahama and Funahara Beach

 

Both Sotowakahama and Funahara Beach are located on the northeastern side of the island. Since they are small beaches, you can relax and take your time there.

 

⑧ Maeno Beach

Mae-no-Hama is located in the southern part of Hatoma Island, and with its proximity—just a 3-minute walk from Hatoma Port—it offers excellent access for tourists.

 

Mae-no-Hama Beach is very popular with families with children because it is surrounded by a breakwater, resulting in very calm waves and shallow water.

 

A Two-Day, One-Night Trip to Hatoma Island
Model Course

Since you’ve made the trip all the way to Hatoma Island, you’ll want to take your time and savor all the island has to offer!

 

A place where you can enjoy a good balance between sightseeing and the island's laid-back pace,Sample Itinerary for a Two-Day, One-Night Tripto the following!

Day 1

11:00 a.m. Departure from Ishigaki Port

Travel time: About 45 minutes by ferry

12:00 p.m. Arrival at Itoma Beach Terminal

Travel time: About 10 minutes on foot

1:00 p.m. Hatoma Nakamori and Hatoma Island Lighthouse

 

Located on a hill near the center of the island, the summit offers a panoramic view of the blue sea and the majestic Iriomote Island, and because of its beauty,The Theme of the Folk Song "Hatoma-bushi"It is said to be the place where that happened.

 

If you follow the path through the trees and climb the stairs, you'll find a lighthouse at the top.

2:00 p.m. Shimanakahama

 

Thousand-Handed Banyan TreeIt's the beach marked by [...].

 

Since there's plenty of stardust, you can collect stardust, orThe Beautiful Hatoma BlueWhy not try snorkeling in the ocean?

↓Travel time: 10 minutes on foot

3:00 p.m. Tachihara Beach and the Site of the Samurai Residence

 

At the site of the former samurai residence in Tachihara Beach, I relax and gaze out at the ocean.

 

The breeze from the ocean feels incredibly refreshing, and it’s a welcome escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday lifeSet Free and Lost in ThoughtYou can do this.

 

 

↓ Travel time: About 10 minutes

4:00 p.m. Yara Beach

 

Yara Beach is the largest natural beach on Hatoma Island, and as the sun sets, you can enjoy a beautiful sunset.Hatoma Island's Premier Sunset SpotIt is.

 

 

↓ Travel time: 10 minutes on foot

6:00 p.m. Village

 

2nd day

9:00 a.m. Village

10:00 a.m. Maedomari
It is one of the Mitake shrines on Hatoma Island and is located near the village.
Why not take a moment to reflect on the history of Hatoma Island?

 

12:00 p.m. Departure from Hatoma Terminal

↓ Travel time: 45 minutes by ferry

1:00 p.m. Departure from Ishigaki Port

At the end.

What did you think of this introduction to Hatoma Island?

 

Although Hatoma Island is a very small island, it possesses a rich history andThe Beautiful Hatoma BlueIt is an island brimming with attractions, such as its ocean.

 

Be sure to take a swim in the waters off Hatoma, explore the island, and experience the "Hatoma Blue" for yourself.

Thank you for reading to the end!

 

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