Miyako Island Solo Trip

What is a solo trip to Miyako Island?

What kind of solo travel is possible on Miyako Island?

Traveling with a large group of people, such as business associates or family members, is fun, but traveling alone is a different kind of fun than traveling with a large group.

Miyako Island is a popular tourist destination, so there are many plans and activities for solo travelers.

In fact, it is precisely because you are traveling alone that you can enjoy the tropical resort of Miyakojima to the fullest without worrying about anyone else.

Miyako Island has a rich natural environment that attracts many visitors throughout the year.

Many people visit Miyako Island alone and meet and mingle with others who enjoy traveling alone.

Let's make an original travel plan to enjoy Miyako Island.

Characteristics and Reasons to Travel Alone in Miyako Island

There are three characteristics of solo travel on Miyako Island.

1. enjoy the rich natural environment as you wish, without any hesitation.

2. there are many local tours and activities, many of which can be joined by one person.

3. the environment is conducive to tourists because it is a popular tourist destination.

This means that you are free to spend time at your own pace, spending time alone when you want to, and participating in local tours and activities when you want to spend time with someone else.

Also, as mentioned above, there are many people traveling alone, and through interaction and encounters with these people, valuable local information can be obtained.

Is it too much to ask to go to a resort by yourself? The feature of traveling alone on Miyako Island is that you do not need to worry about this.

Many local tours and activities also allow solo participation, and Miyako Island is recommended for solo travelers because it is a traveler-friendly environment where you can feel at ease even if you are alone.

You will feel very refreshed by doing activities in the beautiful nature of Miyako Island.

In addition, when traveling alone, you will need to make your own reservations for hotels, rental cars, and tours, so you will have many situations in which you will have to act independently and make decisions, which will also help you develop a sense of autonomy.

Traveling alone has these advantages.

Enjoy the fun of traveling alone on Miyako Island, where even first-time or inexperienced solo travelers can travel with peace of mind.

Miyako Island spots to visit alone

(1) West Beach Beach

Nishi no Hama Beach is located near Nishi Hennazaki.

Nishiheinanazaki is the northernmost cape on Miyako Island, about 28 minutes by car from Miyako Airport.

Nishi-no-hama beach is characterized by shallow waters.

Therefore, it is more suitable for enjoying swimming than snorkeling.

It is also known as a spot with a spectacular view of the windmills towering over the cape and the Ikema Bridge.

On the way to Nishinohama Beach, there is a snow salt museum and a restaurant, so it is a good idea to stop by for a break from driving or to buy souvenirs.

The best time to visit Nishi no Hama Beach is at sunset.

As you leisurely watch the sun set over the majestic ocean, which you can never see in the city, your usual hectic mood will disappear and you will naturally feel relaxed.

Enjoy the luxury of watching the sunset on Nishi-no-hama Beach alone.

(2) Setozaki

Setozaki is a small cape at the foot of the Ikema Ohashi Bridge connecting Miyakojima and Ikemajima.

Because the waters at Setozaki are very shallow, the view at high and low tides is completely different.

At high tide, visitors will be able to enjoy the beautiful expanse of blue ocean known as "Miyako blue.

On the other hand, at low tide, especially at high tide, the entire area is covered with sandy beach.

At high tide and low tide, you can see a completely different view.

When you compare both views, you too may be able to sense the magical power of nature.

Cape Seto is fully equipped with facilities such as parking lots and restrooms for a relaxing stay.

Why not bring your favorite snacks and spend some time away?

(iii) Nagayama beach

Nagayama Beach is located on the Irabu Island side of the Irabu Bridge that connects Miyako Island and Irabu Island.

Irabu Island, where Nagayama Beach is located, is one of the islands in the Miyako Archipelago.

The beach is characterized by powdery white sand and has been featured on the cover of guidebooks for its beauty.

From Nagayama beach,You can see the Ira Ohashi Bridge up close.

The beauty of the gradation of the white sand of the beach and the blue of the ocean in front of you can only be seen here.

It is a small beach and there are not many tourists, so you will be able to relax alone and soak up the beauty of nature.

(4) Iguana Rock

Miyako Island has a number of photo-worthy spots.

One of these is Iguana Rock.

Iguana Iwa is a rock in the northwestern part of Ikema Island.

As the name suggests, it is shaped like an iguana, a very photogenic formation.

The sea around Iguana Rock is also a great place for snorkeling, as it is covered with coral and teeming with tropical fish!

5) Miyako Shrine

Okinawa has few shrines, but instead has sacred places called utaki.

One of the few Okinawan shrines, Miyako Shrine looks like an Okinawan private home.

It is known as the southernmost shrine in Japan.

It is also famous as a power spot and is crowded with people during the year-end and New Year holidays.

It is built on top of a small hill and offers a luxurious view of the Irabu Bridge on the left and Hirara Harbor on the right.

Fun even for one person! Miyako Island Activities

(1) Diving

Miyako Island, formed by uplifted coral, is surrounded by coral reefs and is home to a wide variety of creatures.

Therefore, the waters of Miyakojima are very suitable for diving to explore the dynamic underwater terrain and observe living creatures.

There are many dive stores on the island, and many tours are offered.

Of course, there are many tours that can be joined by a single person.

Because you can find a diving tour of your choice from the tour information of diving stores and local travel agencies,If you are interested in any of them, feel free to inquire.

Please take your time and enjoy the sea of Miyakojima.

(2) Night Tour

Miyako Island tours are not only offered during the daytime.

One of the recommended evening tours is the Night Tour.

Miyako Island has clean air and few lights in the city, so you can see plenty of stars all over the sky.

For example, on Miyako Island, it is possible to see 84 of the 88 constellations throughout the four seasons, and all 21 first-magnitude stars can be seen.

In addition to the well-known Milky Way, you can also see the Southern Cross, which cannot be seen in the northern hemisphere.

When night falls, please look up at the night sky.

You will be able to see a starry sky that is completely different from that of the city.

There are also activity tours where you can enjoy SUP and sea kayaking under such beautiful starry skies.

Miyako Island is also home to some unusual nocturnal creatures not found on the mainland.

The coconut crab is a prime example.

The power of the coconut crab's large scissors is powerful.

It is said that the scissors of the coconut crab have a power comparable to that of a lion's jaw.

Why don't you go on an adventure to look for creatures while admiring the fantastic starry sky of Miyako Island?

Pumpkin Cave

The Pumpkin Cave is a representative tourist spot of Miyako Island! 

Because the limestone caves are located in the sea, visitors swim into the caves.

As soon as you enter the cave, a pumpkin-shaped stalactite appears in front of you.

It is the perfect place for a commemorative photo.

Many people also jump from the 3- to 4-meter-high pumpkin hole into the ocean because it is said that their wishes will come true if they jump into the ocean.

You can also slide down along the pumpkin, if you are afraid to jump in,It is also possible to challenge wish fulfillment in this way.

As I mentioned earlier, the entrance to the limestone caves is in the sea, and can only be visited at low tide.

Also, depending on sea conditions, it may not be possible to enter.

Therefore, you are lucky if you can enter here.

Enjoy an athletic experience at one of the most powerful spots on Miyako Island!

4) SUP

SUP is a fashionable marine activity that originated in Hawaii.

SUP is a dynamic way to paddle forward while standing on a surfboard.

If you have come all the way to Miyako Island, why not try SUP cruising?

Because the boat is paddled while standing, you can take a walk as if you were walking on the sea.

You can also see coral and tropical fish at your feet and enjoy an extraordinary world.

You may worry that when you travel alone, you will always be thinking about taking pictures and may not be able to concentrate on the activities.

But please do not worry about that.

Our staff, who are experienced in photography, will take pictures of participants enjoying the activities and provide them to you free of charge.

Forget about taking pictures and enjoy SUP cruising as much as you want.

5) Sunset Canoeing

On Miyako Island, where many spots offer beautiful sunset views, you can appreciate the sunset while canoe cruising.

You will be able to enjoy a comfortable space in the evening calm while watching the beautiful sunset on the horizon.

It is a beauty to behold, and it is sure to empty your mind and clear your mind of all sorts of thoughts, organizing them in a natural way.

Not only seeing and moving, but also spending natural time to reset your mind and body will make your solo trip to Miyako Island the most wonderful one.

summary

We have introduced a solo trip to Miyako Island. How was it?

Although it may seem intimidating to participate alone when it comes to tours, Miyako Island has a tourist-friendly environment, and many local tours can be easily joined by a single person.

The tour includes a photo shoot by the guide, so you will not forget to take a souvenir photo, and you can concentrate on the activity and enjoy it as much as you want.

Many people visit Miyako Island on a solo trip, and meeting and interacting with these people is one of the attractions of the island.

As for tourist attractions, there are many places that can be fully enjoyed by one person.

Please consider Miyako Island as a destination for a solo trip.

Thank you for reading to the end.

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