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Miyako Island Sunrise
Hello everyone!
Did you know that when you are exposed to the light of the rising sun (sunrise), you feel a pleasant sensation of excitement throughout your body?
For the human body, exposure to the morning sun has a very positive effect.
It is said that combining this with exercises can provide even better results.
Miyako Island offers many sunrise activities that can be experienced under a very beautiful sunrise.
Please check it out and experience what you like when you visit Miyako Island.
This article introduces sunrise and sunrise activities on Miyako Island.
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Miyako Island, one of the best sunrise spots in Japan
Morning activities" have been gaining momentum in recent years.
More and more people are engaging in early morning activities at sunrise.
In fact, a good exposure to the morning sun resets the body's internal clock (circadian rhythm), which is good for physiology.
In addition, since morning is the time of greatest concentration, it is no exaggeration to say that the use of time in the morning sets the rhythm for the day.
Why don't you put these effective ways of spending the morning into practice during your trip to Miyako Island?
The morning air on Miyako Island is clear and refreshing, and the abundance of nature further enhances the relaxing effect.
For example, a walk through the beautiful nature of Miyako Island and seeing a beautiful sunrise rising over the horizon would certainly be a great start!
Why is sunrise on Miyako Island so beautiful?
Few people are usually awake at sunrise time.
But once in a while, try waking up earlier than usual and soaking up the morning sun.
You will feel very comfortable.
And Miyako Island is the place where you can enjoy the sunrise in the best environment.
Miyako Island has not been developed much, leaving an abundance of untouched nature.
This makes it possible to see beautiful sunrises that cannot be seen on the mainland.
In addition, the flat terrain means that there are few obstructions to the view, making it possible to see the beautiful sunrise rising over the horizon from many different locations.
In addition to that, you can experience various activities from early in the morning on Miyako Island.
For example, you can enjoy activities such as SUP, sea kayaking, and cruising while watching the beautiful sunrise and sunrise!
Since there are fewer people active in the morning, you can enjoy activities with more freedom and in a more relaxed state.
Get off to a great start by exercising in the morning on Miyako Island.
Miyako Island is also a great place to watch the first sunrise of the year!
The sunrise is usually beautiful on Miyako Island, but the first sunrise is especially beautiful!
Many people may wish to celebrate the New Year on Miyako Island, which is warmer than the mainland.
Miyako Island has many of the best sunrise spots in Japan.
About 40 minutes by car from Miyako Airport, Higashi Heiannazaki, a nationally designated scenic spot that has been selected as one of the 100 best urban parks in Japan, is famous for one of the best sunrise views on Miyako Island.
On New Year's Day, many people come here to watch the first sunrise of the year.
There are many other Hatsuhinode spots and Hatsumode spots on Miyako Island.
Why don't you pass the year in comfort on warm Miyako Island and welcome the new year with a good feeling by watching the beautiful sunrise on the first day of the year?
The first sunrise of the year on Miyako Island is around 7:15 a.m., so you don't have to get up very early to observe the sunrise.
After spending New Year's Eve on Miyako Island, where the weather is pleasant even in winter, you can see the best first sunrise of the year!
Five recommended sunrise spots on Miyako Island
Five recommended sunrise spots on Miyako Island
You can see beautiful sunrises at various places on Miyako Island, and here we will introduce five spots that we have carefully selected.
Shimajiri mangrove
Shimajiri mangrove is the largest mangrove community on Miyako Island.
Many creatures live around mangroves, which grow in brackish waters where freshwater and seawater mix.
At low tide, the entirety of the mangrove's unique roots can be observed.
The mudflats are home to wild birds, crabs, and fish, making it a great place to observe living creatures.
Shimajiri Mangrove is located in the eastern part of Miyako Island and offers sunrise views.
The collaboration of the mangrove-grown river and the sunrise is very beautiful.
Sunrise activities in the ocean are good, but experiencing sunrise on the river is a different and extraordinary experience.
Location: Hirara Shimajiri, Miyakojima City, Okinawa, Japan
Access: 24 minutes by car from Miyako Airport
Parking: Available
Meals (nearby): None
Toilet: Yes
Shinshiro Coast
Shinshiro Beach, located on the east coast of Miyako Island, is one of the best spots on Miyako Island where you can see tropical fish and coral.
Because coral extends into the shallows, even those who are not good swimmers or those with children can observe beautiful coral and the tropical fish and other marine life that live there through snorkeling and other activities.
You can also see the bear fleas made popular by Disney's popular "Finding Nemo" movie.
Such Shinshiro Coast is also famous for its beautiful morning sunrises.
Because of the cliffs near this beach, the beach is covered by the shadows created by the cliffs after noon.
Therefore, the best time to enjoy snorkeling and swimming here is from early morning until before noon!
Location: Aza-Ashinjo, Miyakojima City, Okinawa
Access: 30 minutes by car from Miyako Airport
Parking: Available
Meals (nearby): Available
Toilet: Yes
Yoshino Coast
Yoshino Beach is located on the central eastern side of Miyako Island and is one of the most popular sunrise spots.
There are stores and hotels nearby, so if you get up a little earlier, you can walk to the beach to watch the sunrise rise over the horizon.
Yoshino Beach, like Aragusuku Beach, is shallow, and the waters here are rich in coral and tropical fish, which attract many visitors for snorkeling.
However, because of the shallow water, there are dangerous areas where the coral has dried out.
With this in mind, try to enter the ocean at high tide!
Address: Aza Yoshino, Jobe, Miyakojima City, Okinawa, Japan
Phone number: 0980-73-1881
Parking: Available
Changing rooms: Available
Toilet: Yes
Im Gyor Marine Garden
Imugyah Marine Garden is located on the south coast of Miyako Island, a sea area characterized by its intricate topography.
This makes it a popular snorkeling spot because the waves are very calm and the area is home to a wide variety of creatures!
You can encounter popular fish such as clownfish, spiny dogfish, and butterfly fish.
Because of its location at the southernmost tip of the island, it offers a view of the sunset as well as the sunrise.
It is characterized by a promenade and an observatory, which offer beautiful views of the island and the ocean.
Location: 605-2 Aza-Tomori, Jobe, Miyakojima City, Okinawa, Japan
Access: 30 minutes by car from Miyako Airport
Parking: Available
Meals (nearby): Available
Toilet: Yes
Azuma Heinanazaki
As mentioned at the beginning of this article, Higashi Heiannazaki is the easternmost cape on Miyako Island and is famous as one of the best sunrise spots not only in Miyako Island but also in Japan.
The view is so spectacular that it was selected as one of the 100 most scenic spots in Japan.
From the bluff, you can see the surging ocean below and the beautiful sunrise beyond.
Its beauty is sure to take your breath away.
However, do not try to look down from the cliff top, as it is dangerous.
Location: Jobe Yora, Miyakojima City, Okinawa, Japan
Access: 31 minutes by car from Miyako Airport
Parking: Available
Meals (nearby): Available
Toilet: Yes
Recommended sunrise tours in Miyako Island
There were many spots on Miyako Island where you could view beautiful sunrises.
If you want to go all out, why not experience activities unique to Miyako Island and watch the beautiful sunrise?
Here are four activities you can experience while viewing the beautiful sunrise of Miyako Island.
Sunrise SUP
SUP has been rapidly gaining popularity in recent years.
SUP stands for "Stand Up Paddling," and as the name suggests, it is a new sensory activity that originated in Hawaii in which participants stand on a board and paddle through the water.
The small turns and smooth progress make you feel as if you are walking on the sea.
Also, the trick is to use the whole body well, although the core is important because SUP involves balancing on the board.
This makes it a full-body exercise as well as a core exercise.
SUP cruising while soaking up the beautiful morning sun of Miyako Island is very comfortable, and you can work up a nice sweat as you use your entire body.
Moving your body with SUP keeps your whole body active and awake.
Sunrise SUP is very popular, in part because the breakfast you have afterward is so delicious.
Activities during the morning hours are perfect for refreshment, as there are fewer other tourists, so you have more freedom and can enjoy them to the fullest in a relaxed state.
Many of you may have done SUP before, but have no experience with Sunrise SUP.
We invite you to experience Sunrise SUP for yourself!
Early Morning Retreat
The next activity we will introduce is an early morning retreat.
Retreat is an unfamiliar term, but its content is similar to hiking.
The original English meaning of the word "retreat" has a backward meaning, such as "retreat, retreat, or evacuation," but the word "retreat" in this tour has a positive meaning: to relax freely away from work, school, and other relationships and stresses.
In fact, it is one of the most popular relaxation activities in the United States in this sense.
Let's stroll around the various spots on Miyako Island, which is full of beautiful nature, feeling the morning sun with your whole body!
As you stroll around, your stress will go away and you will feel clear and refreshed.
Sunrise Canoeing
Canoeing is a popular activity on Miyako Island.
Of course, there are also canoeing and sunrise viewing activities available!
If you are new to canoeing, you may find it difficult to operate an unstable canoe.
However, unlike competitive canoes, the canoes used for tours are highly stable and can be easily operated by beginners.
There are also two-person canoes available, making this activity suitable for those with small children or couples.
Of course, life jackets will be worn, so there is no need to worry about falling out of the canoe.
Canoes are not as maneuverable as SUPs, but they are more propulsive and can be paddled with little effort.
This means that even those who are not confident in their arm strength can enjoy the fun without any difficulty.
Nevertheless, it is a great exercise because the oars use a great deal of arm and back muscles when rowing.
Even if you don't feel that tired right after getting out of the canoe, you may experience muscle soreness the next day or later.
It is recommended that you unwind well after the activity.
The Sunrise Canoe Tour takes you out to sea in the dark hours before sunrise, so you can enjoy a leisurely cruise until it gradually gets light.
The next thing you know, you can see the sunrise rising over the horizon.
When sunrise begins, put down your oars and take time to watch the beautiful morning sunrise.
This time is also a time of calm and bliss!
New Year's Sunrise Cruising
The last activity we will introduce is the New Year's Day sunrise cruise!
Miyako Island has a mild climate throughout the year, but many people may want to visit during the year-end and New Year holidays.
There are many Hatsumode (New Year's visit) and Hatsuhinode (New Year's sunrise) spots throughout Miyako Island.
It is a perfect place to visit during the year-end and New Year's holidays.
There are many places on Miyako Island where you can see the beautiful first sunrise, but we also recommend cruising on the luxury liner Mont Blanc to view the first sunrise!
The Mont Blanc, with its white exterior, features a luxurious interior.
Just getting on board and looking at the interior is enough to get you in the mood.
Walking out to the Sky Lounge on the third floor, you can enjoy the view of the surroundings while taking in the cool morning sea breeze.
From the Aqua Lounge on the basement floor, which has transparent glass sides, it is possible to observe the underwater scenery.
You will feel like you are in a natural aquarium while relaxing on board!The following is a list of the most common problems with the "C" in the "C" column.
The two lounges each offer a different view of the ocean.
You can welcome the New Year while cruising on the Mont Blanc, which has such a luxurious space.
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We introduced Sunrise on Miyako Island. How was it?
Miyako Island, which was formed by coral uplift, was a very beautiful place with an abundance of untouched nature, not to mention the sea.
The flat terrain of Miyako Island offers one of the most beautiful sunrises in Japan, with few obstructions to the view.
There are also many tours that allow you to enjoy the sunrise with activities, so taking advantage of these tours is sure to be a great way to start your day.
When you visit Miyako Island, be sure to watch the sunrise and experience its beauty.
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