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What to buy as a standard souvenir in Miyako Island? Our staff living in Miyakojima Island gives a thorough explanation!
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This article describes the situation of souvenirs from Miyako Island, from standard products to generally unknown items.Thorough ExplanationI will do so!
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What are the souvenirs of Miyako Island?
There is a surprisingly wide selection of souvenirs unique to Miyako Island.
The island's bounty is plentiful.Because Miyako Island is Miyako Island, you may find yourself looking at a wide variety of souvenirs, including not only standard souvenirs but also rare items.
Please refer to this article for more information!
Miyako Island has many specialties.
Miyako Island has manyspecialtyThe area is also famous for its special black Japanese beef such as Miyako beef, fresh seafood such as umi budou (sea grapes), and vegetables such as goya (bitter gourd), hechima (a small edible seaweed), and shima rakkyo (island cucumber).
When you select a special product as a souvenir,Enjoy the taste of Miyako Island at home.I recommend it because it is a great way to get the most out of your time in the city!
Some fruits are only available in tropical countries!
Many fruits are only available in tropical countries,Keats mango, dragon fruit, passion fruitIt varies from one to another, such as
Especially from Miyako Island.fully ripe mangois rounded like an apple, and thereforeapple mangoIt is also known as "the best food in the world," and once you try it, you will never forget it.sweetnessIt is a typical fruit due to the fact that it has
It is called "ice cream of the forest," which is rarely found even on Miyako Island.deep-fried tofu mixed with thinly sliced vegetablesAnother fruit you will probably only find in tropical countries.
Six recommended souvenir shops
So where is the best place to buy souvenirs from Miyako Island?
When purchasing souvenirs, it is important to choose the right place!
Access and parking information.Here are some details!
Recommended Souvenir Shops
(1) Miyako Airport
Miyako Airport has many stores selling souvenirs, not only from Miyako Island, but also from the main island of Okinawa and other islands.
Further,Miyako Airport only(at sentence-end, falling tone) indicates a confident conclusionDeka Uzumaki Pan" and "Deka Uzumaki Pan" are also available.Miyako Gateau Chocolat, Ryukyu Awamori Sashibaare also available for sale.
Since it is the gateway to Miyako Island, many people use it.Standard places to buy souvenirsYes!
| address (e.g. of house) | 1657-1657-128 Hirara Shimozato, Miyakojima City, Okinawa, Japan |
| Business Hours | 7:00 - 20:00 |
| parking lot | Yes (charged) |
Recommended Souvenir Shops
(2) Seori Street
Miyako Islandmain streetThe Seosato Street, which is the main street of the city, is densely packed with souvenir shops as well as hotels and taverns.
You can also take a stroll and look around at a wide variety of souvenirs, from traditional old stores to accessories and Ryukyu glass specialty stores.The best part of sightseeingwill be.
| address (e.g. of house) | Hirara Nishisato, Miyakojima City, Okinawa, Japan |
| Business Hours | 9:00 - 21:00 |
| parking lot | nashi (Pyrus pyrifolia, esp. var. culta) |
| Access | 15 minutes drive from Miyako Airport |
Recommended Souvenir Shops
(iii) Island Station Miyako
In addition to standard souvenirs such as sweets, freshly picked vegetables and fruits directly from farmers,special productThere are a wide variety of types, including
Fruits and other specialty products are of course not found in supermarkets.Unusual island vegetablesMany of these products are also available in stores!
local peopleThe restaurant is also loved by many customers!
| address (e.g. of house) | 870-1 Hirara Kugai, Miyakojima City, Okinawa, Japan |
| Business Hours | 9:00-19:00 |
| parking lot | Yes (free of charge) |
| Access | 10 minutes drive from Miyako Airport |
Recommended Souvenir Shops
4) Don Quijote
Come to Miyako IslandDon Quixote?Some of you may feel that this is not a good idea.
However, Don Quijote in Miyako Island hasThere is a souvenir corner!
Specialty products and snow salt chinsukoYou can purchase limited-edition products unique to Miyako Island, such as
| address (e.g. of house) | 1283 Hirara Nishisato, Miyakojima City, Okinawa, Japan |
| Business Hours | 8:00 - 26:00 |
| parking lot | Yes (free of charge) |
| Access | 5 minutes drive from Miyako Airport |
Recommended Souvenir Shops
5) Ryukyuan Folk Crafts and Souvenirs Miyakoya
Ryukyuan folk art souvenirsMiyakoya is a general souvenir shop located on Nishisato Street.
Among the souvenir shops in Miyako Island, we have a variety of standard souvenirs such as sweets, seasonings, alcohol, T-shirts, and straps.Large selection of goodsIt is.
| address (e.g. of house) | 238 Hirara Nishisato, Miyakojima City, Okinawa, Japan |
| Business Hours | 9:00 - 21:00 |
| parking lot | nashi (Pyrus pyrifolia, esp. var. culta) |
| Access | 15 minutes drive from Miyako Airport |
Recommended Souvenir Shops
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Tomihama Coral is located on Nishisato Street as well as Ryukyu Folk Art MiyakoyaStandard souvenir shopIt is.
Miyako Island specialties(at sentence-end, falling tone) indicates a confident conclusionPoliceman doll Mamoru-kungoods, Orion beer goods, T-shirts, and other standard souvenirs.
| address (e.g. of house) | 240-1 Hirara Nishizato, Miyakojima City, Okinawa, Japan |
| Business Hours | 10:00 - 21:00 |
| parking lot | nashi (Pyrus pyrifolia, esp. var. culta) |
| Access | 15 minutes drive from Miyako Airport |
Miyako Island Recommended Souvenirs
Indoor Experience Making Edition
It would be nice to receive a souvenir from the indoor experience on Miyako Island!
Indoor ExperienceThis is a great way to enjoy the "Mere Old Man" while also preserving it as a memory.
Also, since the event is held indoors, it can be enjoyed even on days when the weather is not so good, such as when it rains!
Indoor Experience Making Edition
1) Animal Candle Making Experience
You can create your favorite animal candles from more than 10 different colors!
Fish encountered during the tripIt is a great souvenir to be able to leave such items as candles as a form of souvenir!
accompanied by childrenThis activity is also recommended for
| the time required | Approx. 2 hours |
| cost | ¥3,900 |
Indoor Experience Making Edition
(2) Photo frame making
Any frame you like.Selection shells, corals, and accessoriesand other decorations, andone-of-a-kindjustTropical Photo Framecan be made.
Depending on the plan, you may be able to bring in shells you have picked up, so you can fill it with memories of Miyako Island.
MemoriesIt is also attractive to be able to include
| the time required | Approx. 1 hour |
| cost | ¥2,500 |
Indoor Experience Making Edition
Mini Shisa Craft Experience
smallCute ShisaThis craft can be used to makeguardian deity of OkinawaThe Shisa is a very popular and unique symbol in Japan, and we believe that you will be able to feel close to Shisa through this experience.
Many people casually participate because the miniature size makes it easy to make.
certainlyOkinawa Cultureto experience it firsthand!
| the time required | Approx. 1 hour |
| cost | ¥3,800 |
Indoor Experience Making Edition
Gel Candle Craft Experience
Using colored sand, coral and seashellsOriginal gel candlescan be made.
As if in the seaYou can fill your world and your memories as if you were in aIndoor experience popular with men and women of all agesIt is.
| the time required | Approx. 1 hour |
| cost | 2,500 yen (per person) |
Miyako Island Recommended Souvenirs
Sweets
The next item we will introduce is a great classic souvenir candy!
Tropical fruits and specialtiesThe ingredients of Miyako Island, which is overflowing with the best ingredients in the world, are a perfect match for sweets.
Miyako Island RecommendedSouvenir sweetsto the following.
Sweets
1) Snow Salt Chinsuko
The first one I would like to introduce is a souvenir from Miyako Island.most popular item on a listThe snow-salt chinsuko is a kind of Japanese sweet!
Snow Salt Chinsuko is,Combining the umami of snow salt with traditional chinsuko (Japanese traditional confectionery)It is a popular confectionary of the Nanpudo brand that combines
It is one of the souvenirs you should definitely check out when you visit Miyako Island!
| Sales Locations | Supermarkets, souvenir shops in general |
| Price | Large: ¥1,296 Small: ¥702 |
| Volume of contents | Large: 48 pcs. Small: 24 pcs. |
| best if eaten by this date | Seventy days |
Sweets
(2) Snow Salt Baumkuchen
Miyako Island's egg club brand ".Izu thrush (Turdus celaenops)The "Slightly salty" chicken eggs and snow salt are used.baumkuchenIt is.
The rich sweetness and the snow salt from Miyako Island bring out the flavor!
For those who love western sweets, we have a gift for you.Snow Salt BaumkuchenIt's settled on the following!
| Sales Locations | Snow Salt Museum, other souvenir shops, etc. |
| Price | 1,600 yen (tax included) |
| Volume of contents | one (object) |
| best if eaten by this date | 28 days from manufacture |
Sweets
(iii) Montedor
In Miyako Islandbanana cakespeaking ofmonté d'orIt is no exaggeration to say.
Natural sweetness and aroma of bananaMany of the cakes have been a staple sweet of Miyako Island for more than 40 years, and many of them have been carefully selected so that visitors can enjoy the
In addition to banana cake, there are many other banana-based souvenirs, so be sure to check them out!
| Sales Locations | Banana Cake Montedor Miyakojima |
| Price | 750 yen (tax included) |
| Volume of contents | one (object) |
| best if eaten by this date | 30 days from manufacture |
Miyako Island Recommended Souvenirs
Fruits
The warmth of Miyako IslandIn the sun and the great outdoorsThe tropical fruits grown in the area are famous for their specialty.
local peopleThe fruit is also loved by many as a dessert, making it an ideal souvenir!
We recommend that you buy them as souvenirs and ship them home!
Fruits
(1) Mango
The most popular representative of Miyako IslandMangoes are the most popular fruit in Japan. Among them, apple mango production is the largest in Japan.
Mangoes on Miyako Island have an especially high sugar content,Rich sweetnessis a feature of this product.
At the island station Miyako, an event called Mango Republic will begin in mid-June!
I would love to visit the one with mango!
| Sales Period | June to August (Varies depending on the year) |
| Price (per kg) | 5,000 - 10,000 yen (Varies depending on the year) |
Fruits
(2) Pineapple
Compared to regular pineapples, pineapples from Miyako IslandLow acidity and high sugar contentfrom the fact that ...Sweet and tastyThis is a hot topic.
A taste of the real thing andhigh class feelingIt is also popular as a gift because of its
In addition, pineapple hasThere are several varieties andThe taste also varies considerably from variety to variety!
Please try to compare the food!
| Sales Period | July-August (Varies depending on the year) |
| Price (per kg) | 1,500 - 2,000 yen (Varies depending on the year) |
Fruits
Passion fruit
From a strong, intense aroma to a refreshingTropical fruit with a sweet and sour tasteis passion fruit.
It will become wrinkled over time, but there is no problem with the taste, in fact, the sweetness is enhanced.Long travel timeThe "M" in the name of "M" is also safe.
Passion fruit isNutritious FoodsSo, it will be a great souvenir!
| Sales Period | March to June (Varies depending on the year) |
| Price (per unit) | 200 - 500 yen (Varies depending on the year) |
Miyako Island Recommended Souvenirs
Foods
Miyako Island has manyTraditional cuisine and souvenirsThere are a number of foods that are ideal for
It's been a while since I've been back from sightseeing.Taste of Miyako Island at HomeIt is recommended that you can feel the
Foods
Miyako Uzumaki Soba
Miyako Uzumaki Soba is one of the most popular souvenirs.Tropical color with standard foodsThe dried noodles are full of nourishment.
A variety of ingredients such as bitter gourd, mozuku seaweed, red yam, turmeric, dragon fruit, etc. are kneaded into the mixture.Colorful shadesbutNo additives are usedIt is an ingredient of natural origin.
It is also recommended because of its easy cooking methods, such as pasta, tsuke-soba, and yakisoba.
| Sales Locations | Noodles, Sundries and Shaved Ice Gururumenya |
| Price | ¥1,200 |
| Volume of contents | 80g x 5 colors |
| best if eaten by this date | 1 year from date of manufacture |
Foods
(2) Kosa Miyako Soba
80 years in businessYou can purchase Miyako soba sets made at the popular Kosa Soba Restaurant, which boasts a long history as a souvenir.
Miyako IslandTaste the traditional dish Miyako soba at home.It is probably the best souvenir because it is a
The set includes soba-tsuyu, noodles, two pieces of seasoned meat, fish paste, and green onions for easy preparation.
| Sales Locations | Kosa Soba Restaurant |
| Price | ¥4,300 |
| Volume of contents | 4 servings |
| best if eaten by this date | five days |
Foods
Miyako Uzumaki Bread
Bread loved by localsis Miyako Uzumaki bread.
The original cream with sugar is rolled with rolled dough, creating a delightful bread with a crunchy texture of dough and sugar.
It is popular not only among the locals but also among tourists because of its delicious taste, and since it is a representative of local bread, it is easy to buy and many people choose it as a souvenir.
| Sales Locations | Fuji Confectionery and Bakery factory direct sales, etc. |
| Price | ¥130 |
| Volume of contents | 2 pcs. |
| best if eaten by this date | four days |
Miyako Island Recommended Souvenirs
Beverage section
Miyako Island overflowing with the bounty of natureThe drinks are delicious as well as the food, and they are also chosen as souvenirs.
Many of the products use ingredients unique to Miyako Island, so be sure to check them out!
Beverage section
Miyakojima Cider
Speaking of Miyako Island's local ciderMiyakojima CiderIt is.
Two flavors: snow salt and mangoBoth are made with local products of Miyako Island, and their cute labels are also popular as souvenirs.
It is refreshing and easy to drink with a slight salty taste!
| Sales Locations | Snow Salt Sand Miyako Airport Branch, etc. |
| Price | ¥250 |
| Volume of contents | 200ml |
| best if eaten by this date | 360 days from manufacture |
Beverage section
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Tooriba is,Filtration with raised coralThe use of groundwater from the same source gives it a mild and mellow flavor!
Miyako Island Limited JibiThe following is a list of the most common problems with the new product!
Souvenirs for beer lovers areIt's settled in Tooriba!
| Sales Locations | Miyakojima Microbrewery |
| Price | From 5,000 yen |
| Volume of contents | six (long cylindrical things) |
| best if eaten by this date | Seventy days |
Beverage section
(iii) Taro Smiling
Nikonikotaro has a fresh aroma and a sweet, soft throat.Standard AwamoriIt is.
Perfect balance of spiciness and sweetnessThe wine is easy to drink and most of the shipments are consumed locally.
Therefore, it is a standard item on Miyako Island, but it is also a great souvenir because it is not surprisingly well known!
| Sales Locations | Ikema Sake Brewery Co. |
| Price | ¥1,080 |
| Volume of contents | 600ml |
in the end
This time, we would like to recommend souvenirs from Miyako Island andlocal specialtyWe introduced the following information about the
How was it?
But because you are going sightseeing, it is important to make memories,Choosing a memorable souvenirI would also like to be particular about the
We hope you will use this article as a guide to selecting souvenirs and fully enjoying the specialties of Miyako Island.
In addition to souvenirsMiyako Island offers a variety of activitiescan also be done!
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