{"id":5053,"date":"2026-01-09T14:27:33","date_gmt":"2026-01-09T05:27:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/miyako-pipi.com\/?p=5053"},"modified":"2026-01-10T12:37:45","modified_gmt":"2026-01-10T03:37:45","slug":"%e5%ae%ae%e5%8f%a4%e5%b3%b6-%e6%b5%b7%e4%b8%ad%e5%85%ac%e5%9c%92","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/miyako-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/5053","title":{"rendered":"Miyakojima-Underwater Park"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Miyakojima Underwater Park opened in April 2011! It is now a regular spot for tourists visiting Miyakojima. So, how exactly does this facility differ from an ordinary aquarium? In this issue, we summarize the charms of Miyakojima Underwater Park and how to access it.<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_65 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-light-blue ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6a0b06fea7731\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #6d6d6d;color:#6d6d6d\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #6d6d6d;color:#6d6d6d\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseprofile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6a0b06fea7731\"  aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/miyako-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/5053\/#%E4%BA%BA%E6%B0%97%E8%A6%B3%E5%85%89%E5%9C%B0%E3%80%8C%E5%AE%AE%E5%8F%A4%E5%B3%B6%E6%B5%B7%E4%B8%AD%E5%85%AC%E5%9C%92%E3%80%8D%E3%81%A8%E3%81%AF\" title=\"What is Miyakojima Underwater Park, a popular tourist attraction?\">What is Miyakojima Underwater Park, a popular tourist attraction?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/miyako-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/5053\/#%E3%81%BE%E3%82%8B%E3%81%A7%E6%B5%B7%E3%81%AE%E4%B8%AD%EF%BC%81%E6%B0%B4%E6%97%8F%E9%A4%A8%E3%81%A8%E3%81%AF%E9%81%95%E3%81%A3%E3%81%9F%E6%A5%BD%E3%81%97%E3%81%BF%E6%96%B9\" title=\"Just like in the sea! A different way to enjoy the aquarium\">Just like in the sea! A different way to enjoy the aquarium<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/miyako-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/5053\/#%E6%82%AA%E5%A4%A9%E5%80%99%E3%81%A7%E3%82%82%E6%B5%B7%E3%81%AE%E4%B8%AD%E3%81%B8%EF%BC%81\" title=\"Into the sea even in bad weather!\">Into the sea even in bad weather!<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/miyako-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/5053\/#%E5%B0%8F%E3%81%95%E3%81%84%E3%81%8A%E5%AD%90%E6%A7%98%E3%81%8B%E3%82%89%E3%81%8A%E5%B9%B4%E5%AF%84%E3%82%8A%E3%81%BE%E3%81%A7%E6%A5%BD%E3%81%97%E3%81%84%EF%BC%81\" title=\"Fun for everyone from small children to the elderly!\">Fun for everyone from small children to the elderly!<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/miyako-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/5053\/#%E3%82%AB%E3%83%95%E3%82%A7%E6%B5%B7%E9%81%8A%E3%81%A7%E9%A3%9F%E4%BA%8B%E3%82%82%E6%A5%BD%E3%81%97%E3%82%80%EF%BC%81\" title=\"Also enjoy a meal at Cafe Kaiyuu!\">Also enjoy a meal at Cafe Kaiyuu!<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/miyako-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/5053\/#%E5%96%B6%E6%A5%AD%E6%99%82%E9%96%93%E3%83%BB%E6%96%99%E9%87%91\" title=\"Hours of operation and fees\">Hours of operation and fees<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/miyako-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/5053\/#%E8%A1%8C%E3%81%8D%E6%96%B9%E3%83%BB%E3%82%A2%E3%82%AF%E3%82%BB%E3%82%B9%E6%96%B9%E6%B3%95\" title=\"How to get there\">How to get there<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/miyako-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/5053\/#%E3%81%BE%E3%81%A8%E3%82%81\" title=\"summary\">summary<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E4%BA%BA%E6%B0%97%E8%A6%B3%E5%85%89%E5%9C%B0%E3%80%8C%E5%AE%AE%E5%8F%A4%E5%B3%B6%E6%B5%B7%E4%B8%AD%E5%85%AC%E5%9C%92%E3%80%8D%E3%81%A8%E3%81%AF\"><\/span>What is Miyakojima Underwater Park, a popular tourist attraction?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/miyako-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/IMG_5960-1-640x427.jpg\" alt=\"Signboard of Underwater Park\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-5303\" \/><br \/>\nAfter completing the reception desk and entering from the Administration Building on land, visitors can proceed into the Underwater Park. From this entrance, go down to the basement to find the Underwater Observation Facility. Through the 24 windows, you can look into the real sea of Miyako Island. What kind of fish are there? You will have to wait and see. What kind of attractions does this facility have? Let us introduce you in detail!<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E3%81%BE%E3%82%8B%E3%81%A7%E6%B5%B7%E3%81%AE%E4%B8%AD%EF%BC%81%E6%B0%B4%E6%97%8F%E9%A4%A8%E3%81%A8%E3%81%AF%E9%81%95%E3%81%A3%E3%81%9F%E6%A5%BD%E3%81%97%E3%81%BF%E6%96%B9\"><\/span>Just like in the sea! A different way to enjoy the aquarium<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/miyako-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/IMG_2813-480x640.jpg\" alt=\"View from Underwater Park\" width=\"480\" height=\"640\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-5305\" srcset=\"https:\/\/miyako-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/IMG_2813-480x640.jpg 480w, https:\/\/miyako-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/IMG_2813-960x1280.jpg 960w, https:\/\/miyako-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/IMG_2813-240x320.jpg 240w, https:\/\/miyako-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/IMG_2813-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/miyako-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/IMG_2813-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https:\/\/miyako-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/IMG_2813-1536x2048.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/miyako-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/IMG_2813-scaled.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 480px) 100vw, 480px\" \/><br \/>\n\u3000At aquariums, you can see a tremendous variety of sea creatures thanks to thorough management and the efforts of their keepers. If you visit Okinawa, you will definitely go to Churaumi Aquarium first. I am sure that some people go there just to catch a glimpse of whale sharks. Aquariums have the advantage of knowing in advance what kind of creatures are there. However, this is not the case at the Underwater Park. That is the interesting part!<br \/>\n\u3000At the underwater park, visitors can watch fish swimming at a depth of about 3 to 5 meters without going into the sea. Many people enjoy marine sports such as diving and snorkeling in the sea of Miyakojima, and the scenery that can be seen by actually diving into the sea is exceptional. However, the most attractive point of this underwater park is that those who cannot do such sports for various reasons can experience diving in the sea without wearing clothes. This is one of the ways to enjoy the sea of Miyako Island as it is, which is different from an aquarium.<br \/>\n\u3000There are a variety of sea creatures that can be seen at the underwater park, and if the timing is right, you can see not only fish but also sea turtles and sharks!<br \/>\n\u3000<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E6%82%AA%E5%A4%A9%E5%80%99%E3%81%A7%E3%82%82%E6%B5%B7%E3%81%AE%E4%B8%AD%E3%81%B8%EF%BC%81\"><\/span>Into the sea even in bad weather!<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>\u3000As I mentioned, at the Underwater Park, you can enjoy the sea of Miyako Island as it is, and not only can you see the fish that live there, but you can also enjoy the sea in any weather conditions. When you enjoy the ocean through marine sports, you may not be able to enter the ocean depending on the weather, but in the case of the Underwater Park, you can enjoy the view of the ocean in any weather conditions. Of course, during bad weather, the water becomes muddy and the view in the Underwater Park is not clear, but being able to observe the ocean is one of the attractions of the park.<br \/>\n\u3000Inside the facility, guides will provide commentary, and it is interesting to hear about the sea conditions of the day and the ecology of the fish!<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E5%B0%8F%E3%81%95%E3%81%84%E3%81%8A%E5%AD%90%E6%A7%98%E3%81%8B%E3%82%89%E3%81%8A%E5%B9%B4%E5%AF%84%E3%82%8A%E3%81%BE%E3%81%A7%E6%A5%BD%E3%81%97%E3%81%84%EF%BC%81\"><\/span>Fun for everyone from small children to the elderly!<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The attraction is that even small children and the elderly can enjoy the underwater world, even if they are not able to actually put on the equipment and dive into the sea. The entrance to the observation facility is accessed by stairs, but a gondola is also available for wheelchair access.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E3%82%AB%E3%83%95%E3%82%A7%E6%B5%B7%E9%81%8A%E3%81%A7%E9%A3%9F%E4%BA%8B%E3%82%82%E6%A5%BD%E3%81%97%E3%82%80%EF%BC%81\"><\/span>Also enjoy a meal at Cafe Kaiyuu!<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>\u3000A cafe called \"Seaside Cafe Kaiyuu\" is attached to the Uminchu Park. Here, visitors can enjoy poke-don (poke bowl) made with tuna caught in the waters around Miyako Island and a menu featuring Miyako beef, allowing them to enjoy the food of Miyako Island as well. The caf\u00e9 is located on land, so you can enjoy your meal while looking out over the Miyako sea, which is another attraction. There is also a full lineup of sweets, including juices and parfaits made with mangoes from Miyako, making it a great place to take a break from your trip! You can use only the caf\u00e9 without entering the underwater park, or if you want to enjoy the park and the caf\u00e9 together, you can save money by using a ticket that includes admission to the park and a meal.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E5%96%B6%E6%A5%AD%E6%99%82%E9%96%93%E3%83%BB%E6%96%99%E9%87%91\"><\/span>Hours of operation and fees<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>\u3000Currently, the business hours are shortened to prevent the spread of the new coronavirus. The most recent hours of operation listed on the official website are as follows. Please check the site before visiting, as it will be updated in due course!<br \/>\n\u3000<br \/>\nYear 2020<br \/>\n<\uff11\uff10\u6708><br \/>\nObservation facility 11:00-17:00 (last admission 16:30)<br \/>\nHands-on crafts 11:00-17:00 (last admission 16:00)<br \/>\nCafe 11:00-16:00 (last admission at 15:30)<\/p>\n<p><\uff11\uff11\u30fb\uff11\uff12\u6708><br \/>\nObservation Facility 10:00-16:00 (last admission at 15:30)<br \/>\nHands-on crafts 10:00-16:00 (last admission at 15:00)<br \/>\nCafe 10:00-15:00 (last admission 14:30)<br \/>\n\u3000<br \/>\nMasks are required for admission, so be sure to bring your own.<\/p>\n<p>Rates are as follows<br \/>\n\u3000<br \/>\nUnderwater Observation Facility only<br \/>\nCategory: General, Group (15 or more people), Annual Passport<br \/>\nAdults: 1000 yen, 800 yen, 1500 yen<br \/>\nJunior high school students (high school students): 800 yen, 640 yen, 1200 yen<br \/>\nChild (elementary and junior high school students): 500 yen, 400 yen, 900 yen<br \/>\nUnder 6 years old: Free<\/p>\n<p>Underwater observation facilities + meals and drinks (Seaside Cafe Kaiyuu)<br \/>\nAdult, Middle (high school students), Child (elementary and junior high school students)<br \/>\n1,900 yen, 1,700 yen, 500 yen<\/p>\n<p>All information above is current as of November 9, 2020. There may be updates, so please check the official website below. In addition, if you have a \"disability certificate\", you can receive a discount if you present it at the reception desk. The museum is equipped with barrier-free restrooms for your convenience.<br \/>\nMiyakojima Underwater Park official website: https:\/\/miyakojima-kaichukoen.com\/<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E8%A1%8C%E3%81%8D%E6%96%B9%E3%83%BB%E3%82%A2%E3%82%AF%E3%82%BB%E3%82%B9%E6%96%B9%E6%B3%95\"><\/span>How to get there<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Miyakojima Underwater Park is located 25 minutes by car from Miyako Airport. It can be accessed by car as there is a parking lot. The surrounding area is also home to the Snow Salt Museum, Ikema Island, and Shimajiri Mangrove Forest, so please enjoy touring other tourist attractions as well!<br \/>\nIf you use public transportation, please refer to the following!<\/p>\n<p><\u30d0\u30b9\u3092\u5229\u7528\u3057\u305f\u6d77\u4e2d\u516c\u5712\u3078\u306e\u30a2\u30af\u30bb\u30b9><br \/>\n\u3000Take the Miyako Kyoei Bus from the Miyako Airport \"4 Kyoei Garage\" bus stop.<br \/>\n\u3000Passing through AEON TOWN MINAMI, Municipal Housing, Miyako Hospital, Jitsugyo High School, Public Market, Hirara Port, and Public Market.<br \/>\n(about 17 minutes).<br \/>\n\u3000Get off the bus at the City Hall. Walk to the bus stop \"6 Hirara\". \uff08Walk to the bus stop \"6 Taira\" (about 6 minutes).<br \/>\n\u3000Board the Yachiyo Bus.<br \/>\n\u3000Passing through Nishibe, Narukawa Entrance, Oura Entrance, Minami-Seien Entrance, Special Support School Mae, Noda, and Shimajiri Entrance.<br \/>\n(about 19 minutes)<br \/>\nGet off at \"Junior High School\" stop.<br \/>\nIt takes about 17 minutes on foot to get to the park.<\/p>\n<p>If you try to access the Uminchu Park directly from Miyako Airport by bus, you will find that it will take about one hour. Since the Uminchu Park is equipped with a parking lot that can hold 50 cars, renting a car will be less costly in terms of time. Cars are also more accessible when touring nearby attractions.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E3%81%BE%E3%81%A8%E3%82%81\"><\/span>summary<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>In this issue, we introduced \"Miyakojima Underwater Park\" located in Hirara area of Miyakojima Island! For those who are unable to do marine sports due to time constraints or various other reasons, this is a very interesting facility where you can casually dive under the sea with your clothes on. You will definitely have a peaceful moment by observing the \"nama\" condition of the sea of Miyakojima! There are also many other tourist spots near the underwater park that you should visit. Why not visit the Uminchu Park when you visit Miyako Island?<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Miyakojima Underwater Park opened in April 2011! It is now a regular spot for tourists visiting Miyakojima. 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