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What is Street Pond in Miyako Island?
Street Pond is a sightseeing spot located on the west side of Miyako Island, across the land from Irabu Island to Shimoji Island.
It is also a nationally designatednatural monumentand is famous for its scenic beauty andValuable cultural assetsIt is.
Being a famous scenic spot, it is of course a beautiful sight,One of the best diving spots in JapanBut there is also.
Diving courses at Street Pond are even professional.Difficult Diving CoursesIt is said that when you get there, you will see a very rare and mysterious sight.
Street Pond Attraction
Fulfillment of love and marital happinessIt is also a place that is believed to be blessed with the blessings oflocation thought to be flowing with mystical energyassuming ...The name is well known.
As a diving spot, Toriiike can be enjoyed both underwater and on the ground, and one of its attractions is its changing colors.
Depending on the ingredients contained and the topography where the pond is located, it is possible to see the pond from the ground without seeing it from under the sea.Beautiful blue gradient or greenish colorIt is possible to see the
Water color changes with the tide level
The street pond faces the surrounding ocean,It is connected to the outer sea and underwater.
Therefore, the situation is susceptible to the influence of ocean tides.
The water color of the street pond is,Depth, temperature and salinityThe color of the water looks different depending on the various ocean tides and other mechanisms that change the color of the water.
At the water temperature boundary.Blue and greenThe color of the area appears to change to a variety of colors, ranging from a deep dark blue, deep green, and reddish color, to a clearly divided area in the middle of the area.
Legend of Street Pond
Street Pond, along with its beautiful natural attractions,Two main legendsis being conveyed.
Because it is only a legend.Credibility is uncertain.But that is how long there has been interest in street ponds.
So here goes,Mermaid Legend and Stepchild LegendThe following is an introduction to the
Legend of the Mermaid
The mermaid legend is,a.k.a. The Legend of UnaitamaIt is also referred to as
There used to be.Fishermen in the villagewas there, and while fishing, it was larger than a human being and looked like aMermaid-like fishThe unaitama, which is a fish, was fished out.
Unaitama sect (of Shin Buddhism)very rare fishThe fishermen were so pleased that they cut the fish in two and ate one at their house and the other at the neighbor's house.
Then Unaitama answered the call from the sea and asked the sea for help, saying that the fishermen had eaten him and he could not return home.
Then they captured Unaitama.Three big waves in the home settlement.also pushed in, and Unaitama wasI rode the waves back to the ocean.
After the big wave, I ate unaitama.A hole opened up in the location of the fisherman's house and his neighbor's house.The story is that it became a pond.
(2) Legend of the Stepchildren
The legend of the stepchild is a tale of a woman who married into a family and her stepchild (the child of her previous wife).
The family had a child (stepchild) left by his previous wife, and when he eventually had a child of his own, he began to feel estranged from his stepchild.
One day, a woman went to a street pond with her child and her stepson.Ruggedness to prevent slipping offThe stepchildren were laid down in a place where theSlippery and slippery, easy to slip offThe first time, the children were put to sleep in the same place they had been.
However,Brother says stepchildren are lumpy at night and can't sleep.and change places.
The woman, unaware that the places had been switched, pushed her child, who was sleeping in the slippery place, into the pond, and then carried the child in the lumpy place on her back.
The woman eventually woke up and her stepson asked her where her brother had gone, and she realized that she had pushed her own child into the pond,shockoverwhelmedThe story goes that he himself threw himself into the pond.
More information about Street Pond in Miyakojima
Street Pond is,Consists of two ponds, one large and one smallThese ponds are connected by underground water andOutside ocean and street ponds through underground cavernsare also connected.
The two side-by-side ponds of the Street Ponds are the larger pond on the ocean side.Diameter 75m, Depth 45mSo, a small pond on the land side.Diameter 55m, Depth 25mIt is.
Street Pond was originally a limestone cavern, the ceiling of which wasSinking due to wave erosionThe first two are said to have taken their current form.
The pond is also home to a wide variety of fish, including a type of shark called the nebulibuka and a type of fish called the isoglossus tuna napoleonfish.Uniquely shaped fishYou can also encounter
Facilities around Street Pond
Since cars are the most common way to access the Street Pond, parking is available in theWide enough to park large buses.It is provided for.
In Street Pond,Barrier-free facilitiesare in place andA safe place for visitors in wheelchairs.It is.
The path is also a boardwalk and entrance to the street pond.Flattening and maintenanceThe company has been
| admission fee | free |
| parking lot | ant |
| toilet | ant |
| Access | Sawada, Irabu, Miyakojima City, Okinawa, Japan |
Directions to Street Pond
Street Pond is,30 minutes drive from Miyako AirportIn about,10 minutes drive from Shimoji AirportIt is located about
If you go along the runway of Shimojijima Airport from the adjacent Irabu Island,At the entrance is a large stone statue with the words "Street PondThere are
Once you reach the parking lot, head to the boardwalk next to the sign and walk straight down the road.
Street pond in about 5 minutes.You will see an observation deck overlooking the
At Street Pond in Miyakojima Island
What can you do?
The street ponds of Miyakojima are,Great views and power spotsIt is also popular as a place to see, feel, and enjoy.
In addition to power spots, there are also activities that can be enjoyed in and near the street pond.
Enjoy diving and other marine sports and at the same timeView from the observation point at Street Pond, looking out over the landscape.You can also enjoy the
Activities near Street Pond
Diving is one of the most typical activities that can be experienced at Street Pond.
However, the street ponds are surrounded bySnorkeling and canoeingand other activities can be done while surrounded by the beautiful ocean.
On Miyako IslandExperience many activitiesIf you want to spend time while you are in the area, you can stay in the Street Pond area.
Famous diving spot in Miyako Island
Miyako Island, with its rich natural environment, is one of the best diving spots in Japan, and Doriike is one of the most famous diving spots on Miyako Island.
Street PondDepth is 50 meters at the deepest pointas a diving spot, and thereforeHigh degree of difficultyThe "M" in "M" is a "M" in "M".
However, diving can cause a variety ofMysterious sight of underwater animals and colors changing with each depthcan be seen.
Sights around Street Pond
In addition to Street Pond, there are several other famousTourist attractions also existI will do so.
Those who have come here for the purpose of visiting the street pond should also visit the surrounding tourist attractions.
In this issue, we will introduce three of the several tourist attractions that we recommend.
(1) 17END
Runway in the direction of 170 degrees with north as 0 degreesis suited for this purpose,Runway identification number is 17.The name is derived from the fact that it is
In Miyako IslandBeaches with top class transparencyThe gradation of pure white sand and turquoise ocean is a soothing beach to behold.
Beach appears only at low tide.and the time available for swimming is limited,Phantom BeachIt can be said that
(2) Watariguchi Beach
Watariguchi beach is located on Irabu IslandSand fineness and whiteness appreciated on the beachThe beach is a popular destination for tourists.
When walking on the beach, try walking with bare feet to see more of the sand.silky-soft feelenjoy.
800 meters longIt is an excellent tourist spot where you can also enjoy the beauty of the sea and the beautiful sandy beaches that stretch to the
(iii) Sawada beach
This natural beach is located in the northwestern part of Irabu Island.
1996.100 best beaches in JapanThe beach is so beautiful and clear that it was chosen as one of the best beaches in the world, and unlike other beaches, you can see the mysterious sight of large rocks lying on the beach in spots.
The waves are relatively calmThis makes it a sightseeing spot where visitors can relax and experience nature firsthand.
Can be done in Miyako Island
Five recommended activities
Besides the famous tourist attractions,Sightseeing in Miyako Island for the purpose of activitiesSome of you may be doing
Recent activities include those geared toward families with children and those for friends to enjoy together,A wide variety of activitiesThe company is doing so.
Therefore, we would like to introduce five activities that we recommend.
1) Sea turtle snorkeling tour
Feel the beautiful, crystal clear waters of Miyako Island with your whole body!
With sea turtlesencounter rateThis is a half-day snorkeling plan that is also highly recommended.
You can see many colorful tropical fish as well as sea turtles!
The ocean is just that.Nature's aquarium!
1) SUP/Canoe tour on a spectacular beach
Over the world-class sea of Miyako IslandStand up.Cruising!
SUP can sit or lie down.Versatile ActivitiesIt is.
Canoeing is a form ofOutstanding stabilitySo basically, they do not fall into the sea.
Cruising the crystal clear waters at a leisurely pace.
world top levelEnjoy the crystal clear waters of the
(3) Explore the mysterious Pumpkin Cave!
Caving & Sea Kayak Tour
There is a cave on Miyako Island that you can swim into from the sea,
There areMysterious pumpkin-shaped limestone caves...!
Because of its shape, the "pumpkin holeIt is called "the
Swimming, climbing, and diving in the caves.
Lots of ways to have fun!Oh my god!!!
Until Pumpkin Hall,canoeAccessed by
Enjoy caving and canoeing (sea kayaking) at the same timekilling two birds with one stoneThis is a tour of the
You can only go on tour.Why don't you visit Pumpkin Hall to make memories in Miyako Island?
Sunset SUP/Canoe
Sunset SUP is an activity where you can enjoy the beautiful moment of the setting sun on a SUP over the fantastic sunset-tinted ocean.
From the seaGolden in the setting sunThe spectacular view of the city is sure to be a sad and moving memory!
SUP can sit, do yoga, or lie down.Versatile ActivitiesIt is.
Evening.Utilize gaps in timeLet's enjoy Miyako Island.
It will surely be a memorable experience!
5⑤Starry sky & jungle night tour
Miyako Island at night,Nocturnal organisms are activein order to
You can enjoy Miyako Island in a different atmosphere than during the daytime.The following is a list of the most common problems with the "C" in the "C" column.
Go in search of flora and fauna unique to the subtropical zone!
Miyakojima at night, if only the weather was nice,The star-filled sky..!
Compared to the mainland, there is less artificial light, so the best scenery is available!
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in the end
In this issue, we have introduced various information about street ponds on Miyako Island.
Street Pond is also located on Miyako Island.Numerous tourist attractionsand is a venerable place with numerous legends.natural monumentIt is.
Diving in the street ponds allows you to enjoy the changes in water color,Encounter a wide variety of fishThe following is an example of a product that can be used in this way.
Thank you for taking the time to read this to the end.
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