{"id":7075,"date":"2026-10-16T15:51:54","date_gmt":"2026-10-16T06:51:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/miyako-pipi.com\/?p=7075"},"modified":"2026-10-24T09:43:23","modified_gmt":"2026-10-24T00:43:23","slug":"%e5%ae%ae%e5%8f%a4%e5%b3%b6%e6%b0%b4%e9%9b%a3%e4%ba%8b%e6%95%85%e3%81%ae%e5%ae%9f%e6%83%85%e3%81%a8%e3%81%af%ef%bc%9f%e3%82%b7%e3%83%a5%e3%83%8e%e3%83%bc%e3%82%b1%e3%83%aa%e3%83%b3%e3%82%b0%e3%82%92","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/miyako-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/7075","title":{"rendered":"How Can We Prevent Water Accidents on Miyako Island? Causes of Accidents and How to Enjoy the Ocean Safely"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Hello everyone!<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>One of the largest activity stores in Miyako Island<br \/>\n<strong><span style=\"background: linear-gradient(rgba(255,255,102,0) 60%, #ffff66 60%); font-size: 16px;\">Miyako Island ADVENTURE PiPi<\/span><\/strong>It is!<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>When people think of Miyako Island, I imagine most of them picture its crystal-clear ocean.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>If you come to Miyako Island, be sure to<strong><span style=\"background: linear-gradient(rgba(255, 255, 102, 0) 60%, #ffff66 60%);\">We want you to experience snorkeling.<\/span><\/strong>That's what I think.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>On the other hand, water-related accidents occur almost every year in the waters off Okinawa.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>In this article, we'll discuss the causes of accidents and,<strong><span style=\"background: linear-gradient(rgba(255, 255, 102, 0) 60%, #ffff66 60%);\">What you can do to prevent accidents before they happen<\/span><\/strong>...will be explained by local staff who run the ocean tours.<\/p>\n<p><strong><div class=\"su-button-center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/miyako-pipi.com\/en\/activity\/#header1\" class=\"su-button su-button-style-glass\" style=\"color:#FFFFFF;background-color:#00bac9;border-color:#0095a1;border-radius:7px;-moz-border-radius:7px;-webkit-border-radius:7px\" target=\"_self\" title=\"Miyako Island Activity List\"><span style=\"color:#FFFFFF;padding:7px 20px;font-size:16px;line-height:24px;border-color:#4dcfda;border-radius:7px;-moz-border-radius:7px;-webkit-border-radius:7px;text-shadow:1px 1px 1px #000000;-moz-text-shadow:1px 1px 1px #000000;-webkit-text-shadow:1px 1px 1px #000000\"><i class=\"sui sui-hand-o-right\" style=\"font-size:16px;color:#ffffff\"><\/i> Can be done in Miyako Island<br \/>\nClick here for activities!<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/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-6ade18abdebbc\" 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-6ade18abdebbc\"  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\/7075\/#%E5%AE%AE%E5%8F%A4%E5%B3%B6%E3%81%AE%E6%B5%B7%E3%82%92%E5%AE%89%E5%85%A8%E3%81%AB%E6%A5%BD%E3%81%97%E3%82%80%E3%81%9F%E3%82%81%E3%81%AB%E3%81%AF\" title=\"To safely enjoy the ocean around Miyako Island\">To safely enjoy the ocean around Miyako Island<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/miyako-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/7075\/#%E5%AE%AE%E5%8F%A4%E5%B3%B6%E3%81%AE%E6%B0%B4%E9%9B%A3%E4%BA%8B%E6%95%85%E3%81%AE%E4%BB%B6%E6%95%B0%E3%81%A8%E6%9C%80%E6%96%B0%E3%81%AE%E4%BA%8B%E4%BE%8B\" title=\"Number of Water Accidents on Miyako Island and Recent Cases\">Number of Water Accidents on Miyako Island and Recent Cases<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/miyako-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/7075\/#%E5%AE%AE%E5%8F%A4%E5%B3%B6%E3%81%A7%E4%BA%8B%E6%95%85%E3%81%8C%E5%A4%9A%E3%81%84%E3%83%93%E3%83%BC%E3%83%81%E3%81%A8%E5%8D%B1%E3%81%AA%E3%81%84%E7%90%86%E7%94%B1\" title=\"Beaches on Miyako Island with High Accident Rates and Why They&#039;re Dangerous\">Beaches on Miyako Island with High Accident Rates and Why They're Dangerous<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/miyako-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/7075\/#%E6%96%B0%E5%9F%8E%E6%B5%B7%E5%B2%B8\" title=\"Shinshiro Coast\">Shinshiro Coast<\/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\/7075\/#%E7%A0%82%E5%B1%B1%E3%83%93%E3%83%BC%E3%83%81\" title=\"Sunayama Beach\">Sunayama Beach<\/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\/7075\/#%E4%BC%8A%E8%89%AF%E9%83%A8%E5%B3%B6%E3%83%BB%E4%B8%8B%E5%9C%B0%E5%B3%B6%E5%91%A8%E8%BE%BA\" title=\"Around Irabu Island and Shimoji Island\">Around Irabu Island and Shimoji Island<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/miyako-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/7075\/#%E6%B0%B4%E9%9B%A3%E4%BA%8B%E6%95%85%E3%81%8C%E8%B5%B7%E3%81%8D%E3%82%8B%E4%B8%BB%E3%81%AA%E5%8E%9F%E5%9B%A0\" title=\"Main Causes of Water Accidents\">Main Causes of Water Accidents<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/miyako-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/7075\/#%E6%B5%B7%E3%81%AB%E3%81%A4%E3%81%84%E3%81%A6%E3%81%AE%E7%9F%A5%E8%AD%98%E4%B8%8D%E8%B6%B3\" title=\"Lack of Knowledge About the Ocean\">Lack of Knowledge About the Ocean<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/miyako-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/7075\/#%E3%83%A9%E3%82%A4%E3%83%95%E3%82%B8%E3%83%A3%E3%82%B1%E3%83%83%E3%83%88%E3%81%AA%E3%81%A9%E3%81%AE%E8%A3%85%E5%82%99%E4%B8%8D%E8%B6%B3\" title=\"Lack of equipment, such as life jackets\">Lack of equipment, such as life jackets<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/miyako-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/7075\/#%E3%82%B7%E3%83%A5%E3%83%8E%E3%83%BC%E3%82%B1%E3%83%AA%E3%83%B3%E3%82%B0%E6%A9%9F%E6%9D%90%E3%81%AE%E6%AD%A3%E3%81%97%E3%81%84%E4%BD%BF%E3%81%84%E6%96%B9\" title=\"How to Use Snorkeling Equipment Properly\">How to Use Snorkeling Equipment Properly<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/miyako-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/7075\/#%E3%83%9E%E3%82%B9%E3%82%AF%E3%81%A8%E3%82%B7%E3%83%A5%E3%83%8E%E3%83%BC%E3%82%B1%E3%83%AB\" title=\"Mask and Snorkel\">Mask and Snorkel<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/miyako-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/7075\/#%E3%83%A9%E3%82%A4%E3%83%95%E3%82%B8%E3%83%A3%E3%82%B1%E3%83%83%E3%83%88\" title=\"life jacket\">life jacket<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/miyako-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/7075\/#%E3%83%95%E3%82%A3%E3%83%B3\" title=\"fin\">fin<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/miyako-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/7075\/#%E4%BA%8B%E6%95%85%E3%82%92%E9%98%B2%E3%81%90%E3%81%9F%E3%82%81%E3%81%AB%E7%9F%A5%E3%81%A3%E3%81%A6%E3%81%8A%E3%81%8D%E3%81%9F%E3%81%84%E6%B5%B7%E3%81%AE%E7%9F%A5%E8%AD%98\" title=\"Essential Knowledge About the Ocean to Help Prevent Accidents\">Essential Knowledge About the Ocean to Help Prevent Accidents<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/miyako-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/7075\/#%E6%BD%AE%E3%81%AE%E6%BA%80%E3%81%A1%E5%BC%95%E3%81%8D\" title=\"Tides\">Tides<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/miyako-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/7075\/#%E3%83%AA%E3%83%BC%E3%83%95%E3%82%AB%E3%83%AC%E3%83%B3%E3%83%88%EF%BC%88%E9%9B%A2%E5%B2%B8%E6%B5%81%EF%BC%89\" title=\"Reef current (rip current)\">Reef current (rip current)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/miyako-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/7075\/#%E9%80%A3%E7%B5%A1%E6%89%8B%E6%AE%B5%E3%81%AE%E7%A2%BA%E4%BF%9D\" title=\"Ensure means of communication\">Ensure means of communication<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/miyako-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/7075\/#%E6%B5%B7%E3%81%AE%E5%8D%B1%E9%99%BA%E7%94%9F%E7%89%A9\" title=\"Hazardous marine organisms\">Hazardous marine organisms<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/miyako-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/7075\/#%E5%AE%89%E5%85%A8%E3%81%AB%E3%82%B7%E3%83%A5%E3%83%8E%E3%83%BC%E3%82%B1%E3%83%AA%E3%83%B3%E3%82%B0%E3%82%92%E6%A5%BD%E3%81%97%E3%82%80%E3%82%B3%E3%83%84\" title=\"Tips for Enjoying Snorkeling Safely\">Tips for Enjoying Snorkeling Safely<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/miyako-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/7075\/#%E3%82%AC%E3%82%A4%E3%83%89%E4%BB%98%E3%81%8D%E3%81%AE%E3%83%84%E3%82%A2%E3%83%BC%E3%81%AB%E5%8F%82%E5%8A%A0%E3%81%99%E3%82%8B\" title=\"Take a guided tour\">Take a guided tour<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/miyako-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/7075\/#%E9%81%8A%E6%B3%B3%E5%8C%BA%E5%9F%9F%E5%86%85%E3%81%A7%E6%A5%BD%E3%81%97%E3%82%80\" title=\"Fun in the swimming area\">Fun in the swimming area<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/miyako-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/7075\/#1%E4%BA%BA%E3%81%A7%E6%B5%B7%E3%81%AB%E5%85%A5%E3%82%89%E3%81%AA%E3%81%84\" title=\"Don&#039;t go into the ocean alone\">Don't go into the ocean alone<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/miyako-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/7075\/#%E4%BD%93%E8%AA%BF%E3%81%8C%E6%82%AA%E3%81%84%E3%81%A8%E3%81%8D%E3%82%84%E9%A3%B2%E9%85%92%E5%BE%8C%E3%81%AF%E6%B5%B7%E3%81%AB%E5%85%A5%E3%82%89%E3%81%AA%E3%81%84\" title=\"Do not go into the ocean when you are feeling unwell or after drinking alcohol.\">Do not go into the ocean when you are feeling unwell or after drinking alcohol.<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/miyako-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/7075\/#%E5%AE%89%E5%85%A8%E7%AC%AC%E4%B8%80%EF%BC%81%E5%AE%AE%E5%8F%A4%E5%B3%B6_ADVENTURE_PiPi%E3%81%8C%E9%81%B8%E3%81%B0%E3%82%8C%E3%82%8B%E7%90%86%E7%94%B1\" title=\"Safety First! Why Miyakojima ADVENTURE PiPi Is the Top Choice\">Safety First! Why Miyakojima ADVENTURE PiPi Is the Top Choice<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/miyako-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/7075\/#4%E3%81%A4%E3%81%AE%E9%83%A8%E9%96%80%E3%81%A7%E5%85%A8%E5%9B%BDNo1%E3%82%92%E7%8D%B2%E5%BE%97\" title=\"Ranked No. 1 Nationwide in Four Categories\">Ranked No. 1 Nationwide in Four Categories<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/miyako-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/7075\/#%E6%B2%96%E7%B8%84%E7%9C%8C%E5%85%AC%E5%AE%89%E5%A7%94%E5%93%A1%E4%BC%9A%E8%AA%8D%E5%AE%9A%E3%81%AE%E3%80%8C%E3%83%9E%E3%83%AB%E5%84%AA%E3%80%8D%E4%BA%8B%E6%A5%AD%E8%80%85\" title=\"A &quot;Maru-Yu&quot; business operator certified by the Okinawa Prefectural Public Safety Commission\">A \"Maru-Yu\" business operator certified by the Okinawa Prefectural Public Safety Commission<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-27\" href=\"https:\/\/miyako-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/7075\/#%E3%82%AC%E3%82%A4%E3%83%89%E5%85%A8%E5%93%A1%E3%81%8C%E6%95%91%E5%8A%A9%E8%B3%87%E6%A0%BC%E3%82%92%E6%8C%81%E3%81%A1%E3%80%81%E6%AF%8E%E6%9C%88%E7%A0%94%E4%BF%AE%E3%82%92%E5%AE%9F%E6%96%BD\" title=\"All guides are certified in rescue and undergo monthly training.\">All guides are certified in rescue and undergo monthly training.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-28\" href=\"https:\/\/miyako-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/7075\/#%E7%8B%AC%E8%87%AA%E3%81%AE%E5%82%AC%E8%A1%8C%E5%9F%BA%E6%BA%96%E3%81%A8%E5%BD%93%E6%97%A5%E3%81%AE%E6%B5%B7%E6%B3%81%E3%83%81%E3%82%A7%E3%83%83%E3%82%AF\" title=\"Our own operating standards and on-site sea condition checks\">Our own operating standards and on-site sea condition checks<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-29\" href=\"https:\/\/miyako-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/7075\/#%E3%82%AC%E3%82%A4%E3%83%89%E3%82%82%E5%90%AB%E3%82%81%E3%81%A6%E5%85%A8%E5%93%A1%E3%81%8C%E3%83%A9%E3%82%A4%E3%83%95%E3%82%B8%E3%83%A3%E3%82%B1%E3%83%83%E3%83%88%E3%82%92%E7%9D%80%E7%94%A8\" title=\"Everyone, including the guide, must wear a life jacket\">Everyone, including the guide, must wear a life jacket<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-30\" href=\"https:\/\/miyako-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/7075\/#%E3%81%8A%E3%81%99%E3%81%99%E3%82%81%E3%81%AE%E3%82%B7%E3%83%A5%E3%83%8E%E3%83%BC%E3%82%B1%E3%83%AA%E3%83%B3%E3%82%B0%E3%83%84%E3%82%A2%E3%83%BC\" title=\"Recommended Snorkeling Tours\">Recommended Snorkeling Tours<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-31\" href=\"https:\/\/miyako-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/7075\/#%E3%82%A6%E3%83%9F%E3%82%AC%E3%83%A1%E3%82%B7%E3%83%A5%E3%83%8E%E3%83%BC%E3%82%B1%E3%83%AA%E3%83%B3%E3%82%B0\" title=\"Sea turtle snorkeling\">Sea turtle snorkeling<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-32\" href=\"https:\/\/miyako-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/7075\/#%E3%83%88%E3%83%AD%E3%83%94%E3%82%AB%E3%83%AB%E3%82%B7%E3%83%A5%E3%83%8E%E3%83%BC%E3%82%B1%E3%83%AA%E3%83%B3%E3%82%B0\" title=\"Tropical Snorkeling\">Tropical Snorkeling<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-33\" href=\"https:\/\/miyako-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/7075\/#%E5%AE%AE%E5%8F%A4%E5%B3%B6%E3%81%AE%E6%B0%B4%E9%9B%A3%E4%BA%8B%E6%95%85%E3%81%AB%E9%96%A2%E3%81%99%E3%82%8B%E3%82%88%E3%81%8F%E3%81%82%E3%82%8B%E8%B3%AA%E5%95%8F\" title=\"Frequently Asked Questions About Water Accidents on Miyako Island\">Frequently Asked Questions About Water Accidents on Miyako Island<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-34\" href=\"https:\/\/miyako-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/7075\/#%E3%81%95%E3%81%84%E3%81%94%E3%81%AB\" title=\"in the end\">in the end<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E5%AE%AE%E5%8F%A4%E5%B3%B6%E3%81%AE%E6%B5%B7%E3%82%92%E5%AE%89%E5%85%A8%E3%81%AB%E6%A5%BD%E3%81%97%E3%82%80%E3%81%9F%E3%82%81%E3%81%AB%E3%81%AF\"><\/span>To safely enjoy the ocean around Miyako Island<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-6017\" src=\"https:\/\/miyako-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/IMG_3650-1-640x480.jpeg\" alt=\"Two people enjoying snorkeling while wearing life jackets\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" \/><\/p>\n<p>To safely enjoy the ocean around Miyako Island, there are three key points you should keep in mind.<\/p>\n<div class=\"su-box su-box-style-bubbles\" id=\"\" style=\"border-color:#008796;border-radius:5px\"><div class=\"su-box-title\" style=\"background-color:#00bac9;color:#FFFFFF;border-top-left-radius:3px;border-top-right-radius:3px\">3 Tips for Preventing Accidents in the Waters off Miyako Island<\/div><div class=\"su-box-content su-u-clearfix su-u-trim\" style=\"border-bottom-left-radius:3px;border-bottom-right-radius:3px\">\n<p>\u2460 Be sure to wear your life jacket properly.<br \/>\n\u2461 Don't go into the ocean alone; join a guided tour whenever possible.<br \/>\n\u2462 Do not go in the ocean when you are not feeling well or after drinking alcohol<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<div class=\"su-box su-box-style-bubbles\" id=\"\" style=\"border-color:#008796;border-radius:5px\"><div class=\"su-box-title\" style=\"background-color:#00bac9;color:#FFFFFF;border-top-left-radius:3px;border-top-right-radius:3px\">Miyako Island ADVENTURE PiPi's Commitment to Safety<\/div><div class=\"su-box-content su-u-clearfix su-u-trim\" style=\"border-bottom-left-radius:3px;border-bottom-right-radius:3px\">\n<p>\u30fbDesignated as a \u201cMaru-Yu\u201d (Outstanding Marine Leisure Service Provider with Excellent Safety Measures) by the Okinawa Prefectural Public Safety Commission<br \/>\n\u30fbAll guides hold rescue certifications (as of August 2026)<br \/>\n\u30fbWe will visually check the sea conditions at the site on the day of the tour before deciding whether to proceed.<br \/>\n\u30fbRanked No. 1 nationwide in four categories: annual number of participants, total number of reviews, annual sales, and number of employees*<\/p>\n<p><strong><div class=\"su-button-center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/miyako-pipi.com\/en\/about-no1\/\" class=\"su-button su-button-style-glass\" style=\"color:#FFFFFF;background-color:#00bac9;border-color:#0095a1;border-radius:7px;-moz-border-radius:7px;-webkit-border-radius:7px\" target=\"_self\" title=\"Regarding the &quot;No. 1&quot; Labeling\"><span style=\"color:#FFFFFF;padding:7px 20px;font-size:16px;line-height:24px;border-color:#4dcfda;border-radius:7px;-moz-border-radius:7px;-webkit-border-radius:7px;text-shadow:1px 1px 1px #000000;-moz-text-shadow:1px 1px 1px #000000;-webkit-text-shadow:1px 1px 1px #000000\"><i class=\"sui sui-hand-o-right\" style=\"font-size:16px;color:#ffffff\"><\/i> Items labeled \"No. 1\"<br \/>\nFor more information, click here!<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/strong><\/div><\/div>\n<p>*Research Organization: Japan Marketing Research Organization \/ Market Survey of Activity Marine Shops for the Fiscal Year Ending July 2026 (as of July 2026)<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Just by following these three tips, you can significantly reduce the risk of accidents.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>In the following sections, we\u2019ll provide a detailed overview of the number of accidents on Miyako Island, recent incidents, beaches with high accident rates, and the causes of accidents along with preventive measures.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E5%AE%AE%E5%8F%A4%E5%B3%B6%E3%81%AE%E6%B0%B4%E9%9B%A3%E4%BA%8B%E6%95%85%E3%81%AE%E4%BB%B6%E6%95%B0%E3%81%A8%E6%9C%80%E6%96%B0%E3%81%AE%E4%BA%8B%E4%BE%8B\"><\/span>Number of Water Accidents on Miyako Island and Recent Cases<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-4762\" src=\"https:\/\/miyako-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/IMG_9976-640x480.jpg\" alt=\"The rocky coastline of Miyako Island\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" srcset=\"https:\/\/miyako-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/IMG_9976-640x480.jpg 640w, https:\/\/miyako-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/IMG_9976-1280x960.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/miyako-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/IMG_9976-320x240.jpg 320w, https:\/\/miyako-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/IMG_9976-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/miyako-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/IMG_9976-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/miyako-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/IMG_9976-2048x1536.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Within the jurisdiction of the Miyako Island Coast Guard District,<strong><span style=\"background: linear-gradient(rgba(255, 255, 102, 0) 60%, #ffff66 60%);\">Every year, 19 to 31 people are involved in accidents while engaging in marine leisure activities<\/span><\/strong>Available (2023\u20132025).<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Accidents have continued to occur even in 2026, and accidents can still happen even when wearing a life jacket.<\/p>\n<div class=\"su-box su-box-style-bubbles\" id=\"\" style=\"border-color:#008796;border-radius:5px\"><div class=\"su-box-title\" style=\"background-color:#00bac9;color:#FFFFFF;border-top-left-radius:3px;border-top-right-radius:3px\">Marine Accidents in the Miyako Island Coast Guard District (Preliminary Figures)<\/div><div class=\"su-box-content su-u-clearfix su-u-trim\" style=\"border-bottom-left-radius:3px;border-bottom-right-radius:3px\">\n<div class=\"su-table su-table-alternate\">\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>counter for years (following a number in the hito-futa-mi counting system)<\/td>\n<td>Number of People Injured in Accidents<\/td>\n<td>Marine Leisure at Home<\/td>\n<td>Number of deaths<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>2023<\/td>\n<td>27 people<\/td>\n<td>21 people<\/td>\n<td>5 people<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>2024<\/td>\n<td>47 people<\/td>\n<td>31 people<\/td>\n<td>8 people<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>2025<\/td>\n<td>28 people<\/td>\n<td>19 people<\/td>\n<td>4 people (including those missing)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<p>Source: Summary by the Miyako Island Coast Guard Office (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.miyakomainichi.com\/news\/news-184614\/\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: #0000ff;\"><strong>News from 2024<\/strong><\/span><\/a>, ,<a href=\"https:\/\/www.miyakomainichi.com\/news\/news-189691\/\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: #0000ff;\"><strong>News from 2025<\/strong><\/span><\/a>(\/Miyako Mainichi Shimbun). The figures for 2023 are calculated based on the year-over-year comparison with 2024.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Water-related accidents are on the rise throughout Okinawa Prefecture, with the number of incidents reaching record highs in both 2023 and 2024.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>According to data from the prefectural police, accidents on natural beaches from 2020 to 2024 included:<strong><span style=\"background: linear-gradient(rgba(255, 255, 102, 0) 60%, #ffff66 60%);\">Accidents while snorkeling are the most common<\/span><\/strong>The \"M\" in \"M\" is a \"M\" in \"M\".<\/p>\n<div class=\"su-box su-box-style-bubbles\" id=\"\" style=\"border-color:#008796;border-radius:5px\"><div class=\"su-box-title\" style=\"background-color:#00bac9;color:#FFFFFF;border-top-left-radius:3px;border-top-right-radius:3px\">Recent Accidents in the Miyako Island Area<\/div><div class=\"su-box-content su-u-clearfix su-u-trim\" style=\"border-bottom-left-radius:3px;border-bottom-right-radius:3px\">\n<p>(1) In October 2026, a 77-year-old male tourist died while snorkeling at Shinshiro Beach (he was wearing a life jacket \/<a href=\"https:\/\/naigaitimes.com\/region\/585652\/\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: #0000ff;\"><strong>Naigai Times<\/strong><\/span><\/a>\uff09\u3002<br \/>\n\u2461 In September 2026, a woman snorkeling about 200 meters offshore at Shinshiro Beach was unable to return due to wind and ocean currents and had to be rescued (she was not wearing a life jacket \/<a href=\"https:\/\/naigaitimes.com\/region\/491481\/\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: #0000ff;\"><strong>Naigai Times<\/strong><\/span><\/a>\uff09\u3002<br \/>\n\u2462 In May 2026, a woman was found unconscious while snorkeling near the coast of Nakajima on Shimojishima (<a href=\"https:\/\/ryukyushimpo.jp\/national\/entry-5247219.html\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: #0000ff;\"><strong>Ryukyu Shimpo<\/strong><\/span><\/a>\uff09\u3002<br \/>\n\u2463 In April 2026, a 41-year-old man died while snorkeling with his family at Shinshiro Beach (he was not wearing a life jacket \/<a href=\"https:\/\/ryukyushimpo.jp\/national\/entry-5176671.html\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: #0000ff;\"><strong>Ryukyu Shimpo<\/strong><\/span><\/a>\uff09\u3002<br \/>\n\u2464 In October 2025, a man died while snorkeling near Tomori Shirobe\u2019s \u201cIngya Marine Garden\u201d (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.okinawatimes.co.jp\/articles\/-\/1684697\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: #0000ff;\"><strong>Okinawa Times<\/strong><\/span><\/a>\uff09\u3002<br \/>\n\u2465 In July 2025, a man participating in a snorkeling tour off the coast of a beach northeast of Ikemajima drowned and died (he was wearing a life jacket \/<a href=\"https:\/\/www.okinawatimes.co.jp\/articles\/-\/1623203\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: #0000ff;\"><strong>Okinawa Times<\/strong><\/span><\/a>\uff09\u3002<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<p>Even if you're wearing a life jacket,<strong><span style=\"background: linear-gradient(rgba(255, 255, 102, 0) 60%, #ffff66 60%);\">Accidents can occur due to sudden changes in physical condition or tidal currents.<\/span><\/strong>Let's keep this in mind.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E5%AE%AE%E5%8F%A4%E5%B3%B6%E3%81%A7%E4%BA%8B%E6%95%85%E3%81%8C%E5%A4%9A%E3%81%84%E3%83%93%E3%83%BC%E3%83%81%E3%81%A8%E5%8D%B1%E3%81%AA%E3%81%84%E7%90%86%E7%94%B1\"><\/span>Beaches on Miyako Island with High Accident Rates and Why They're Dangerous<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-4587\" src=\"https:\/\/miyako-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/\u65b0\u57ce\u6d77\u5cb8IMG_4442-scaled-e1696579186883-640x480.jpg\" alt=\"The coastline of Miyako Island, with its gently sloping seabed\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" \/><\/p>\n<p>On Miyako Island,<strong><span style=\"background: linear-gradient(rgba(255, 255, 102, 0) 60%, #ffff66 60%);\">A popular beach where many people go snorkeling on their own<\/span><\/strong>Accidents continue to occur there.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Here, we'll introduce the beaches where accidents have been reported and explain why accidents are likely to occur there.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E6%96%B0%E5%9F%8E%E6%B5%B7%E5%B2%B8\"><\/span>Shinshiro Coast<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-5368\" src=\"https:\/\/miyako-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/IMG_4387-640x480.jpg\" alt=\"The sandy beach and sign at Shinshiro Beach on Miyako Island\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Shinshiro Beach is a popular spot where many people enjoy snorkeling on their own because the water is shallow and the waves are calm.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>On the other hand,<strong><span style=\"background: linear-gradient(rgba(255, 255, 102, 0) 60%, #ffff66 60%);\">In 2026 alone, there have been a series of accidents in April, September, and October.<\/span><\/strong>The following is a list of the most common problems with the \"C\" in the \"C\" column.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>In the September incident, he was swept away by the wind and ocean currents about 200 meters offshore and was unable to return to shore on his own.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Even on days when the sea looks calm, don't go too far out, and be sure to wear a life jacket and go in with others.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E7%A0%82%E5%B1%B1%E3%83%93%E3%83%BC%E3%83%81\"><\/span>Sunayama Beach<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-10519\" src=\"https:\/\/miyako-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/20160518_033.jpg\" alt=\"The arch-shaped rock at Sunayama Beach on Miyako Island\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" srcset=\"https:\/\/miyako-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/20160518_033.jpg 640w, https:\/\/miyako-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/20160518_033-320x240.jpg 320w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Sunayama Beach is a popular photo spot thanks to its arch-shaped rock, but<strong><span style=\"background: linear-gradient(rgba(255, 255, 102, 0) 60%, #ffff66 60%);\">There are no on-site supervisors<\/span><\/strong>It's the beach.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Even though the water appears shallow, there are areas where the current changes easily, and because it is located on the northwest side of the island, waves tend to get higher in winter when the north wind picks up.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>In the past, following reports of shark sightings, Miyakojima City has installed signs urging caution.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>When swimming, stay close to the shore, and avoid going into the ocean on days when the waves are high.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E4%BC%8A%E8%89%AF%E9%83%A8%E5%B3%B6%E3%83%BB%E4%B8%8B%E5%9C%B0%E5%B3%B6%E5%91%A8%E8%BE%BA\"><\/span>Around Irabu Island and Shimoji Island<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-14847\" src=\"https:\/\/miyako-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/2366517_s.jpg\" alt=\"Nakajima Beach on Shimojishima, Surrounded by Rocky Cliffs\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" srcset=\"https:\/\/miyako-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/2366517_s.jpg 640w, https:\/\/miyako-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/2366517_s-320x240.jpg 320w, https:\/\/miyako-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/2366517_s-16x12.jpg 16w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>The area around Irabu Island and Shimoji Island is home to many snorkeling spots with abundant fish and crystal-clear waters.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>The rocky and coral terrain is intricate, and<strong><span style=\"background: linear-gradient(rgba(255, 255, 102, 0) 60%, #ffff66 60%);\">A spot where the water suddenly gets deep once you go a little way out to sea<\/span><\/strong>There are also<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Accidents occurred near the coast of Nakanoshima in May 2026 and in the waters north of Shimojishima in May 2022.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>If you're not familiar with the terrain or the tidal currents, it's safest to enjoy the experience on a guided tour.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>At PiPi, at the \"Sapphire Cave\"\u2014the Blue Cave on Irabu Island\u2014<strong><span style=\"background: linear-gradient(rgba(255, 255, 102, 0) 60%, #ffff66 60%);\">Guided Snorkeling Tour<\/span><\/strong>We are holding an event.<\/p>\n<p><strong><div class=\"su-button-center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/miyako-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/tour\/11894\/\" class=\"su-button su-button-style-glass\" style=\"color:#FFFFFF;background-color:#00bac9;border-color:#0095a1;border-radius:7px;-moz-border-radius:7px;-webkit-border-radius:7px\" target=\"_self\" title=\"Blue Cave Snorkeling\"><span style=\"color:#FFFFFF;padding:7px 20px;font-size:16px;line-height:24px;border-color:#4dcfda;border-radius:7px;-moz-border-radius:7px;-webkit-border-radius:7px;text-shadow:1px 1px 1px #000000;-moz-text-shadow:1px 1px 1px #000000;-webkit-text-shadow:1px 1px 1px #000000\"><i class=\"sui sui-hand-o-right\" style=\"font-size:16px;color:#ffffff\"><\/i> Blue Cave Snorkeling<br \/>\nClick here for tour details!<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E6%B0%B4%E9%9B%A3%E4%BA%8B%E6%95%85%E3%81%8C%E8%B5%B7%E3%81%8D%E3%82%8B%E4%B8%BB%E3%81%AA%E5%8E%9F%E5%9B%A0\"><\/span>Main Causes of Water Accidents<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-5832\" src=\"https:\/\/miyako-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/IMG_9986-1-640x480.jpg\" alt=\"The Ocean and Coral Reefs of Miyako Island\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" srcset=\"https:\/\/miyako-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/IMG_9986-1-640x480.jpg 640w, https:\/\/miyako-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/IMG_9986-1-1280x960.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/miyako-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/IMG_9986-1-320x240.jpg 320w, https:\/\/miyako-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/IMG_9986-1-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/miyako-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/IMG_9986-1-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/miyako-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/IMG_9986-1-2048x1536.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>While there are various causes of water-related accidents, they can generally be categorized as \u201clack of knowledge about the ocean\u201d and \u201cinadequate equipment.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Both of these are causes that can be prevented if you know about them in advance.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E6%B5%B7%E3%81%AB%E3%81%A4%E3%81%84%E3%81%A6%E3%81%AE%E7%9F%A5%E8%AD%98%E4%B8%8D%E8%B6%B3\"><\/span>Lack of Knowledge About the Ocean<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-15574\" src=\"https:\/\/miyako-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Image_fx-41.jpg\" alt=\"The sea off Miyako Island, where the coral reefs are visible at low tide\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" srcset=\"https:\/\/miyako-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Image_fx-41.jpg 640w, https:\/\/miyako-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Image_fx-41-320x240.jpg 320w, https:\/\/miyako-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Image_fx-41-16x12.jpg 16w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>The conditions of the ocean in Okinawa change every day depending on the tides, wind direction, and the topography of the coral reefs.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Without knowing what the ocean conditions were like that day,<strong><span style=\"background: linear-gradient(rgba(255, 255, 102, 0) 60%, #ffff66 60%);\">It's very dangerous to go into the ocean alone.<\/span><\/strong>It is.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Since it\u2019s possible to find yourself drifting out to sea before you even realize it, a good understanding of the ocean is essential if you\u2019re snorkeling on your own.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E3%83%A9%E3%82%A4%E3%83%95%E3%82%B8%E3%83%A3%E3%82%B1%E3%83%83%E3%83%88%E3%81%AA%E3%81%A9%E3%81%AE%E8%A3%85%E5%82%99%E4%B8%8D%E8%B6%B3\"><\/span>Lack of equipment, such as life jackets<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-12233\" src=\"https:\/\/miyako-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/24415842_s.jpg\" alt=\"Orange Life Jacket\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" srcset=\"https:\/\/miyako-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/24415842_s.jpg 640w, https:\/\/miyako-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/24415842_s-320x240.jpg 320w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>According to the Miyako Island Coast Guard, approximately 90 percent of those who died in accidents while engaging in marine leisure activities were not wearing life jackets.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>When snorkeling, be sure to wear flotation gear, such as a life jacket.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>In addition, life jackets will not be fully effective unless they are worn correctly.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E3%82%B7%E3%83%A5%E3%83%8E%E3%83%BC%E3%82%B1%E3%83%AA%E3%83%B3%E3%82%B0%E6%A9%9F%E6%9D%90%E3%81%AE%E6%AD%A3%E3%81%97%E3%81%84%E4%BD%BF%E3%81%84%E6%96%B9\"><\/span>How to Use Snorkeling Equipment Properly<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-6037\" src=\"https:\/\/miyako-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/\u30a6\u30df\u30ac\u30e1\u30b7\u30e5\u30ce\u30fc\u30b1\u30ea\u30f3\u30b0-6-640x480.jpg\" alt=\"A person swimming underwater while wearing a mask and a snorkel\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" \/><\/p>\n<p>You can only enjoy snorkeling safely if you use the equipment correctly.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Here,<strong><span style=\"background: linear-gradient(rgba(255, 255, 102, 0) 60%, #ffff66 60%);\">Diving mask, snorkel, life jacket, fins<\/span><\/strong>Here are some tips on how to use it.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E3%83%9E%E3%82%B9%E3%82%AF%E3%81%A8%E3%82%B7%E3%83%A5%E3%83%8E%E3%83%BC%E3%82%B1%E3%83%AB\"><\/span>Mask and Snorkel<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-13367\" src=\"https:\/\/miyako-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/LINE_ALBUM_\u30b7\u30e5\u30ce\u30fc\u30b1\u30eb\ud83e\udd3f_250115_5-640x480.jpg\" alt=\"A person swimming while wearing a mask and a snorkel\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" srcset=\"https:\/\/miyako-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/LINE_ALBUM_\u30b7\u30e5\u30ce\u30fc\u30b1\u30eb\ud83e\udd3f_250115_5-640x480.jpg 640w, https:\/\/miyako-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/LINE_ALBUM_\u30b7\u30e5\u30ce\u30fc\u30b1\u30eb\ud83e\udd3f_250115_5-320x240.jpg 320w, https:\/\/miyako-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/LINE_ALBUM_\u30b7\u30e5\u30ce\u30fc\u30b1\u30eb\ud83e\udd3f_250115_5-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/miyako-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/LINE_ALBUM_\u30b7\u30e5\u30ce\u30fc\u30b1\u30eb\ud83e\udd3f_250115_5.jpg 985w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Before using them, check the mask for cracks or chips and make sure the snorkel isn't broken.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>When wearing a mask, make sure your bangs don't get inside the mask\u2014this will help keep water out and prevent the mask from fogging up.<\/p>\n<div class=\"su-box su-box-style-bubbles\" id=\"\" style=\"border-color:#008796;border-radius:5px\"><div class=\"su-box-title\" style=\"background-color:#00bac9;color:#FFFFFF;border-top-left-radius:3px;border-top-right-radius:3px\">How to Hold a Snorkel (3 Steps: \u201cA, I, U\u201d)<\/div><div class=\"su-box-content su-u-clearfix su-u-trim\" style=\"border-bottom-left-radius:3px;border-bottom-right-radius:3px\">\n<p>\u2460 Open your mouth wide as if saying \u201cA\u201d<br \/>\n\u2461 Form your mouth into an \u201ci\u201d shape and gently bite down on the mouthpiece with your teeth.<br \/>\n\u2462 Form your mouth into a \"u\" shape and wrap your lips around the outside of the mouthpiece.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<p>Before you start swimming, dip your face in the water once, and<strong><span style=\"background: linear-gradient(rgba(255, 255, 102, 0) 60%, #ffff66 60%);\">Does water get into the mask? Can I breathe properly?<\/span><\/strong>Let's head out to sea after checking that.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E3%83%A9%E3%82%A4%E3%83%95%E3%82%B8%E3%83%A3%E3%82%B1%E3%83%83%E3%83%88\"><\/span>life jacket<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-11270\" src=\"https:\/\/miyako-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/S__171810825.jpg\" alt=\"A person wearing a life jacket and sitting on a SUP board\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" srcset=\"https:\/\/miyako-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/S__171810825.jpg 640w, https:\/\/miyako-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/S__171810825-320x240.jpg 320w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>When choosing a life jacket, make sure to select one that fits your body, and<strong><span style=\"background: linear-gradient(rgba(255, 255, 102, 0) 60%, #ffff66 60%);\">Tighten all the straps so they fit snugly against your body<\/span><\/strong>It is important to<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>If it remains loose, there is a risk that the life jacket will float away on its own or slip off while you are in the water.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E3%83%95%E3%82%A3%E3%83%B3\"><\/span>fin<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-6169\" src=\"https:\/\/miyako-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/S__174809095-640x480.jpg\" alt=\"A person swimming over a coral reef while wearing fins\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Wearing fins allows you to move forward with less effort, so you can enjoy snorkeling more easily.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Fins come in two types: full-foot fins, which are worn barefoot, and strap fins, which are worn over shoes.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>It's easy to fall if you walk while wearing fins, so,<strong><span style=\"background: linear-gradient(rgba(255, 255, 102, 0) 60%, #ffff66 60%);\">Put them on after you get into the water<\/span><\/strong>That's safer.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E4%BA%8B%E6%95%85%E3%82%92%E9%98%B2%E3%81%90%E3%81%9F%E3%82%81%E3%81%AB%E7%9F%A5%E3%81%A3%E3%81%A6%E3%81%8A%E3%81%8D%E3%81%9F%E3%81%84%E6%B5%B7%E3%81%AE%E7%9F%A5%E8%AD%98\"><\/span>Essential Knowledge About the Ocean to Help Prevent Accidents<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-13694\" src=\"https:\/\/miyako-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/0002_original-e1744593256201-640x480.jpg\" alt=\"The White Sandy Beaches and Ocean of Miyako Island\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" \/><\/p>\n<p>The ocean isn't always in the same condition every day.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Even on sunny days, there are times when the current or wind is strong, so,<strong><span style=\"background: linear-gradient(rgba(255, 255, 102, 0) 60%, #ffff66 60%);\">Check not only the weather but also the sea conditions<\/span><\/strong>Let's go into the ocean after that.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E6%BD%AE%E3%81%AE%E6%BA%80%E3%81%A1%E5%BC%95%E3%81%8D\"><\/span>Tides<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-15571\" src=\"https:\/\/miyako-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Image_fx-36.jpg\" alt=\"An image of the sea around Miyako Island as it transitions from low tide to high tide\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" srcset=\"https:\/\/miyako-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Image_fx-36.jpg 640w, https:\/\/miyako-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Image_fx-36-320x240.jpg 320w, https:\/\/miyako-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Image_fx-36-16x12.jpg 16w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>The ocean experiences high and low tides throughout the day, and the water depth varies significantly depending on the time of day.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>According to the tide table for Miyako Island (Taira), there are many days when the difference between high tide and low tide exceeds 1.5 meters.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>In the shallow waters off Miyako Island, when the tide goes out, the coral is exposed almost to the surface of the water, and<strong><span style=\"background: linear-gradient(rgba(255, 255, 102, 0) 60%, #ffff66 60%);\">It becomes harder to return from the open water to shore<\/span><\/strong>There are times when<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Before going into the ocean, be sure to check the tide table to see when high tide and low tide occur.<\/p>\n<p><strong><div class=\"su-button-center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/miyako-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/15277\/\" class=\"su-button su-button-style-glass\" style=\"color:#FFFFFF;background-color:#00bac9;border-color:#0095a1;border-radius:7px;-moz-border-radius:7px;-webkit-border-radius:7px\" target=\"_self\" title=\"Link to Miyakojima Column Page\"><span style=\"color:#FFFFFF;padding:7px 20px;font-size:16px;line-height:24px;border-color:#4dcfda;border-radius:7px;-moz-border-radius:7px;-webkit-border-radius:7px;text-shadow:1px 1px 1px #000000;-moz-text-shadow:1px 1px 1px #000000;-webkit-text-shadow:1px 1px 1px #000000\"><i class=\"sui sui-hand-o-right\" style=\"font-size:16px;color:#ffffff\"><\/i> About the Tide Levels on Miyako Island<br \/>\nFor more information, click here!<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E3%83%AA%E3%83%BC%E3%83%95%E3%82%AB%E3%83%AC%E3%83%B3%E3%83%88%EF%BC%88%E9%9B%A2%E5%B2%B8%E6%B5%81%EF%BC%89\"><\/span>Reef current (rip current)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-6591\" src=\"https:\/\/miyako-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/20210901my317_original-640x480.jpg\" alt=\"The coastline and coral reefs of Miyako Island as seen from the air\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" \/><\/p>\n<p>One thing to be especially careful of in the waters off Okinawa is the current flowing out to sea from the gaps in the coral reefs.<strong><span style=\"background: linear-gradient(rgba(255, 255, 102, 0) 60%, #ffff66 60%);\">Leaf Current<\/span><\/strong>It is.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Waves roll in from the open sea toward the shore, but when the seawater that has washed ashore rushes back out to sea all at once through gaps in the coral reef, it creates a strong current.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>If you get swept away by the current, don't try to swim directly toward the shore; instead, swim parallel to the shore, cutting across the current, to get out of it.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>If you can't swim, it's important not to overexert yourself; instead, float and conserve your energy while waiting for help.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E9%80%A3%E7%B5%A1%E6%89%8B%E6%AE%B5%E3%81%AE%E7%A2%BA%E4%BF%9D\"><\/span>Ensure means of communication<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-17828\" src=\"https:\/\/miyako-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/32750167_s.jpg\" alt=\"Miyako Island Beaches\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" srcset=\"https:\/\/miyako-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/32750167_s.jpg 640w, https:\/\/miyako-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/32750167_s-320x240.jpg 320w, https:\/\/miyako-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/32750167_s-16x12.jpg 16w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>When you're enjoying the ocean, make sure you have a way to contact someone so you can call for help right away in case of an emergency.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Put your smartphone in a waterproof case, and<strong><span style=\"background: linear-gradient(rgba(255, 255, 102, 0) 60%, #ffff66 60%);\">Away to get in touch with people on land right away<\/span><\/strong>It's best to leave it that way for peace of mind.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Accidents or incidents at sea can be reported to the Japan Coast Guard\u2019s emergency hotline at \u201c118.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E6%B5%B7%E3%81%AE%E5%8D%B1%E9%99%BA%E7%94%9F%E7%89%A9\"><\/span>Hazardous marine organisms<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-15654\" src=\"https:\/\/miyako-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Image_fx-2026-01-19T165725.061-640x480.jpg\" alt=\"Various marine creatures found in coral reefs\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" srcset=\"https:\/\/miyako-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Image_fx-2026-01-19T165725.061-640x480.jpg 640w, https:\/\/miyako-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Image_fx-2026-01-19T165725.061-320x240.jpg 320w, https:\/\/miyako-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Image_fx-2026-01-19T165725.061-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/miyako-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Image_fx-2026-01-19T165725.061-16x12.jpg 16w, https:\/\/miyako-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Image_fx-2026-01-19T165725.061.jpg 1195w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>There are some poisonous creatures in the ocean.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Do not touch or approach animals carelessly, and<strong><span style=\"background: linear-gradient(rgba(255, 255, 102, 0) 60%, #ffff66 60%);\">At the very least, try to remember which creatures are highly venomous.<\/span><\/strong>That's reassuring.<\/p>\n<div class=\"su-box su-box-style-bubbles\" id=\"\" style=\"border-color:#008796;border-radius:5px\"><div class=\"su-box-title\" style=\"background-color:#00bac9;color:#FFFFFF;border-top-left-radius:3px;border-top-right-radius:3px\">northern sea nettle (Chrysaora melanaster)<\/div><div class=\"su-box-content su-u-clearfix su-u-trim\" style=\"border-bottom-left-radius:3px;border-bottom-right-radius:3px\">\n<p>\u30fbIts cap is translucent, making it hard to see underwater, and it can be found even in shallow areas about 50 cm deep.<br \/>\n\u30fbOkinawa Prefecture issues a warning about box jellyfish every year; in 2026, the warning period ran from June 1 to September 30.<br \/>\n\u2022 If you are stung, get out of the water immediately. Do not rub the affected area; pour plenty of vinegar on it, gently remove the tentacles, cool the area, and then seek medical attention.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<div class=\"su-box su-box-style-bubbles\" id=\"\" style=\"border-color:#008796;border-radius:5px\"><div class=\"su-box-title\" style=\"background-color:#00bac9;color:#FFFFFF;border-top-left-radius:3px;border-top-right-radius:3px\">Portuguese man-of-war (Physalia physalis)<\/div><div class=\"su-box-content su-u-clearfix su-u-trim\" style=\"border-bottom-left-radius:3px;border-bottom-right-radius:3px\">\n<p>\u30fbCharacterized by its blue float and long tentacles, it is sometimes washed ashore by strong winds.<br \/>\n\u30fbWhen stung, you feel a sharp pain, like an electric shock.<br \/>\n\u30fbIf you are stung, rinse the tentacles off with seawater to cool the area, and seek medical attention (never use vinegar).<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<div class=\"su-box su-box-style-bubbles\" id=\"\" style=\"border-color:#008796;border-radius:5px\"><div class=\"su-box-title\" style=\"background-color:#00bac9;color:#FFFFFF;border-top-left-radius:3px;border-top-right-radius:3px\">luna lionfish (Pterois lunulata)<\/div><div class=\"su-box-content su-u-clearfix su-u-trim\" style=\"border-bottom-left-radius:3px;border-bottom-right-radius:3px\">\n<p>\u30fbThe spines on the dorsal, anal, and caudal fins are poisonous, and a sting causes severe pain.<br \/>\n\u30fbSince they move slowly and don't run away, be careful not to accidentally get too close.<br \/>\n\u30fbIf you are stung, remove any visible stingers, soak the affected area in water at a temperature of about 40\u201345\u00b0C, and then seek medical attention (be careful not to burn yourself).<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<div class=\"su-box su-box-style-bubbles\" id=\"\" style=\"border-color:#008796;border-radius:5px\"><div class=\"su-box-title\" style=\"background-color:#00bac9;color:#FFFFFF;border-top-left-radius:3px;border-top-right-radius:3px\">sea snake<\/div><div class=\"su-box-content su-u-clearfix su-u-trim\" style=\"border-bottom-left-radius:3px;border-bottom-right-radius:3px\">\n<p>\u30fbAlthough they are generally docile and rarely attack people, they are members of the cobra family and possess a potent neurotoxin.<br \/>\n\u30fbIf you accidentally step on or grab it, it may bite you.<br \/>\n\u30fbIf you are bitten, get out of the water immediately, clean the wound, and go to a medical facility right away.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<p>*First aid instructions are based on information from the Okinawa Prefectural Institute of Public Health and Environment. If symptoms are severe, call 119 immediately.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E5%AE%89%E5%85%A8%E3%81%AB%E3%82%B7%E3%83%A5%E3%83%8E%E3%83%BC%E3%82%B1%E3%83%AA%E3%83%B3%E3%82%B0%E3%82%92%E6%A5%BD%E3%81%97%E3%82%80%E3%82%B3%E3%83%84\"><\/span>Tips for Enjoying Snorkeling Safely<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-16454\" src=\"https:\/\/miyako-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/LINE_ALBUM_\u30b7\u30e5\u30ce\u30fc\u30b1\u30eb\ud83e\udd3fpart.2_260302_1-640x480.jpg\" alt=\"Snorkeling with Sea Turtles\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Finally, here are some tips for enjoying snorkeling safely.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E3%82%AC%E3%82%A4%E3%83%89%E4%BB%98%E3%81%8D%E3%81%AE%E3%83%84%E3%82%A2%E3%83%BC%E3%81%AB%E5%8F%82%E5%8A%A0%E3%81%99%E3%82%8B\"><\/span>Take a guided tour<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-11873\" src=\"https:\/\/miyako-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/IMG_2689-1280x960-1-640x480.jpg\" alt=\"Guides and tour participants at Miyako Island ADVENTURE PiPi\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" srcset=\"https:\/\/miyako-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/IMG_2689-1280x960-1-640x480.jpg 640w, https:\/\/miyako-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/IMG_2689-1280x960-1-320x240.jpg 320w, https:\/\/miyako-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/IMG_2689-1280x960-1-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/miyako-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/IMG_2689-1280x960-1.jpg 1280w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>If you want to enjoy snorkeling safely,<strong><span style=\"background: linear-gradient(rgba(255, 255, 102, 0) 60%, #ffff66 60%);\">The best option is to take a guided tour<\/span><\/strong>It is.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Not only do they choose a safe spot based on the day's sea conditions, but you can also rent equipment such as life jackets.<\/p>\n<p><strong><div class=\"su-button-center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/miyako-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/activities\/snorkeling\/#sortBox\" class=\"su-button su-button-style-glass\" style=\"color:#FFFFFF;background-color:#00bac9;border-color:#0095a1;border-radius:7px;-moz-border-radius:7px;-webkit-border-radius:7px\" target=\"_self\" title=\"Snorkeling in Miyako Island\"><span style=\"color:#FFFFFF;padding:7px 20px;font-size:16px;line-height:24px;border-color:#4dcfda;border-radius:7px;-moz-border-radius:7px;-webkit-border-radius:7px;text-shadow:1px 1px 1px #000000;-moz-text-shadow:1px 1px 1px #000000;-webkit-text-shadow:1px 1px 1px #000000\"><i class=\"sui sui-hand-o-right\" style=\"font-size:16px;color:#ffffff\"><\/i> Snorkeling available on Miyako Island<br \/>\nFor more information on the<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E9%81%8A%E6%B3%B3%E5%8C%BA%E5%9F%9F%E5%86%85%E3%81%A7%E6%A5%BD%E3%81%97%E3%82%80\"><\/span>Fun in the swimming area<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-17299\" src=\"https:\/\/miyako-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/LINE_ALBUM_SUP\u30ab\u30cc\u30fc-\u65e5\u4e2d_260627_9-640x480.jpg\" alt=\"People enjoying themselves on a small beach on Miyako Island\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" \/><\/p>\n<p>If you're going into the ocean on your own, choose a beach with a designated swimming area and enjoy yourself within that area.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>As long as there is a supervisor on duty,<strong><span style=\"background: linear-gradient(rgba(255, 255, 102, 0) 60%, #ffff66 60%);\">They'll respond immediately in case of an emergency<\/span><\/strong>So you can rest assured.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1%E4%BA%BA%E3%81%A7%E6%B5%B7%E3%81%AB%E5%85%A5%E3%82%89%E3%81%AA%E3%81%84\"><\/span>Don't go into the ocean alone<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-18269\" src=\"https:\/\/miyako-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/LINE_ALBUM_\u30b7\u30e5\u30ce\u30fc\u30b1\u30eb\ud83e\udd3fpart.2_261005_6-640x480.jpg\" alt=\"A photo of the two of them enjoying snorkeling together\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" srcset=\"https:\/\/miyako-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/LINE_ALBUM_\u30b7\u30e5\u30ce\u30fc\u30b1\u30eb\ud83e\udd3fpart.2_261005_6-640x480.jpg 640w, https:\/\/miyako-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/LINE_ALBUM_\u30b7\u30e5\u30ce\u30fc\u30b1\u30eb\ud83e\udd3fpart.2_261005_6-1280x961.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/miyako-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/LINE_ALBUM_\u30b7\u30e5\u30ce\u30fc\u30b1\u30eb\ud83e\udd3fpart.2_261005_6-320x240.jpg 320w, https:\/\/miyako-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/LINE_ALBUM_\u30b7\u30e5\u30ce\u30fc\u30b1\u30eb\ud83e\udd3fpart.2_261005_6-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/miyako-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/LINE_ALBUM_\u30b7\u30e5\u30ce\u30fc\u30b1\u30eb\ud83e\udd3fpart.2_261005_6-1536x1153.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/miyako-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/LINE_ALBUM_\u30b7\u30e5\u30ce\u30fc\u30b1\u30eb\ud83e\udd3fpart.2_261005_6-2048x1537.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/miyako-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/LINE_ALBUM_\u30b7\u30e5\u30ce\u30fc\u30b1\u30eb\ud83e\udd3fpart.2_261005_6-16x12.jpg 16w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Snorkeling alone is very dangerous because you won't be able to call for help if something happens.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>When you go swimming on your own,<strong><span style=\"background: linear-gradient(rgba(255, 255, 102, 0) 60%, #ffff66 60%);\">Always be in a group of at least two people, and stay within sight of each other.<\/span><\/strong>Let's go swimming.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E4%BD%93%E8%AA%BF%E3%81%8C%E6%82%AA%E3%81%84%E3%81%A8%E3%81%8D%E3%82%84%E9%A3%B2%E9%85%92%E5%BE%8C%E3%81%AF%E6%B5%B7%E3%81%AB%E5%85%A5%E3%82%89%E3%81%AA%E3%81%84\"><\/span>Do not go into the ocean when you are feeling unwell or after drinking alcohol.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-14489\" src=\"https:\/\/miyako-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/LINE_ALBUM_\u30b7\u30e5\u30ce\u30fc\u30b1\u30eb\ud83e\udd3fpart.2_251009_1-640x480.jpg\" alt=\"Snorkeling with Sea Turtles\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" \/><\/p>\n<p>If you're feeling unwell, haven't gotten enough sleep, or are feeling tired, don't force yourself to go into the ocean.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>After drinking,<strong><span style=\"background: linear-gradient(rgba(255, 255, 102, 0) 60%, #ffff66 60%);\">I will absolutely not go into the ocean.<\/span><\/strong>Please use the following<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>If you feel even the slightest discomfort while snorkeling, get out of the water immediately.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E5%AE%89%E5%85%A8%E7%AC%AC%E4%B8%80%EF%BC%81%E5%AE%AE%E5%8F%A4%E5%B3%B6_ADVENTURE_PiPi%E3%81%8C%E9%81%B8%E3%81%B0%E3%82%8C%E3%82%8B%E7%90%86%E7%94%B1\"><\/span>Safety First! Why Miyakojima ADVENTURE PiPi Is the Top Choice<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-12904\" src=\"https:\/\/miyako-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/IMG_3265-1.webp\" alt=\"The staff at Miyako Island ADVENTURE PiPi\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" srcset=\"https:\/\/miyako-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/IMG_3265-1.webp 640w, https:\/\/miyako-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/IMG_3265-1-320x240.webp 320w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Miyako Island ADVENTURE PiPi is,<strong><span style=\"background: linear-gradient(rgba(255, 255, 102, 0) 60%, #ffff66 60%);\">There is no better service than safety.\"<\/span><\/strong>We operate our tours based on this philosophy.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>No matter how much fun we have, if someone gets hurt, we won't be able to look back on it as a happy memory.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Here, we\u2019ll explain why PiPi is a trusted choice.<\/p>\n<p><strong><div class=\"su-button-center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/miyako-pipi.com\/en\/safe-and-secure\/\" class=\"su-button su-button-style-glass\" style=\"color:#FFFFFF;background-color:#00bac9;border-color:#0095a1;border-radius:7px;-moz-border-radius:7px;-webkit-border-radius:7px\" target=\"_self\" title=\"12 initiatives for safety and security\"><span style=\"color:#FFFFFF;padding:7px 20px;font-size:16px;line-height:24px;border-color:#4dcfda;border-radius:7px;-moz-border-radius:7px;-webkit-border-radius:7px;text-shadow:1px 1px 1px #000000;-moz-text-shadow:1px 1px 1px #000000;-webkit-text-shadow:1px 1px 1px #000000\"><i class=\"sui sui-hand-o-right\" style=\"font-size:16px;color:#ffffff\"><\/i> PiPi's Safety and Security<br \/>\nClick here to see the 12 initiatives!<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4%E3%81%A4%E3%81%AE%E9%83%A8%E9%96%80%E3%81%A7%E5%85%A8%E5%9B%BDNo1%E3%82%92%E7%8D%B2%E5%BE%97\"><\/span>Ranked No. 1 Nationwide in Four Categories<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-17963\" src=\"https:\/\/miyako-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/ChatGPT-Image-2026\u5e749\u670810\u65e5-11_40_45-640x480.jpg\" alt=\"Miyakojima ADVENTURE PiPi, Ranked No. 1 Nationwide in 4 Categories\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" srcset=\"https:\/\/miyako-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/ChatGPT-Image-2026\u5e749\u670810\u65e5-11_40_45-640x480.jpg 640w, https:\/\/miyako-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/ChatGPT-Image-2026\u5e749\u670810\u65e5-11_40_45-1280x960.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/miyako-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/ChatGPT-Image-2026\u5e749\u670810\u65e5-11_40_45-320x240.jpg 320w, https:\/\/miyako-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/ChatGPT-Image-2026\u5e749\u670810\u65e5-11_40_45-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/miyako-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/ChatGPT-Image-2026\u5e749\u670810\u65e5-11_40_45-16x12.jpg 16w, https:\/\/miyako-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/ChatGPT-Image-2026\u5e749\u670810\u65e5-11_40_45.jpg 1448w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>According to a survey conducted by a third-party organization, ADVENTURE PiPi<strong><span style=\"background: linear-gradient(rgba(255, 255, 102, 0) 60%, #ffff66 60%);\">Ranked No. 1 nationwide in four categories: annual number of participants, total number of reviews, annual revenue, and number of employees<\/span><\/strong>...was awarded.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>On the three islands of Ishigaki, Iriomote, and Miyako, we have welcomed a cumulative total of more than 500,000 guests (December 2016\u2013May 2026; based on our own statistics).<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>*Research Organization: Japan Marketing Research Organization \/ Market Survey of Activity Marine Shops for the Fiscal Year Ending July 2026 (as of July 2026)<\/p>\n<p><strong><div class=\"su-button-center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/miyako-pipi.com\/en\/about-no1\/\" class=\"su-button su-button-style-glass\" style=\"color:#FFFFFF;background-color:#00bac9;border-color:#0095a1;border-radius:7px;-moz-border-radius:7px;-webkit-border-radius:7px\" target=\"_self\" title=\"Regarding the &quot;No. 1&quot; Labeling\"><span style=\"color:#FFFFFF;padding:7px 20px;font-size:16px;line-height:24px;border-color:#4dcfda;border-radius:7px;-moz-border-radius:7px;-webkit-border-radius:7px;text-shadow:1px 1px 1px #000000;-moz-text-shadow:1px 1px 1px #000000;-webkit-text-shadow:1px 1px 1px #000000\"><i class=\"sui sui-hand-o-right\" style=\"font-size:16px;color:#ffffff\"><\/i> Items labeled \"No. 1\"<br \/>\nFor more information, click here!<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E6%B2%96%E7%B8%84%E7%9C%8C%E5%85%AC%E5%AE%89%E5%A7%94%E5%93%A1%E4%BC%9A%E8%AA%8D%E5%AE%9A%E3%81%AE%E3%80%8C%E3%83%9E%E3%83%AB%E5%84%AA%E3%80%8D%E4%BA%8B%E6%A5%AD%E8%80%85\"><\/span>A \"Maru-Yu\" business operator certified by the Okinawa Prefectural Public Safety Commission<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-11870\" src=\"https:\/\/miyako-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/IMG_2835-1280x960-1-640x480.jpg\" alt=\"A guide and participants enjoying SUP in the waters off Miyako Island\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" \/><\/p>\n<p>PiPi is licensed by the Okinawa Prefectural Public Safety Commission<strong><span style=\"background: linear-gradient(rgba(255, 255, 102, 0) 60%, #ffff66 60%);\">\"Outstanding Marine Leisure Service Provider for Safety Measures (Maru-Yu)\"<\/span><\/strong>The name is designated in the<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Businesses that have been designated are required to,<a href=\"https:\/\/www.police.pref.okinawa.jp\/docs\/2023020900011\/\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: #0000ff;\"><strong>List of Okinawa Prefectural Police Departments<\/strong><\/span><\/a>You can check this here (verified in September 2026).<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>\"Maru-Yu\" is a certification granted only to businesses that meet strict standards.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E3%82%AC%E3%82%A4%E3%83%89%E5%85%A8%E5%93%A1%E3%81%8C%E6%95%91%E5%8A%A9%E8%B3%87%E6%A0%BC%E3%82%92%E6%8C%81%E3%81%A1%E3%80%81%E6%AF%8E%E6%9C%88%E7%A0%94%E4%BF%AE%E3%82%92%E5%AE%9F%E6%96%BD\"><\/span>All guides are certified in rescue and undergo monthly training.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-2941\" src=\"https:\/\/miyako-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/OI000072-640x480.jpg\" alt=\"A scene from a nature observation tour led by a guide\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" srcset=\"https:\/\/miyako-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/OI000072-640x480.jpg 640w, https:\/\/miyako-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/OI000072-320x240.jpg 320w, https:\/\/miyako-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/OI000072-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/miyako-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/OI000072-1280x960.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/miyako-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/OI000072.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>All of PiPi's guides hold either a \"PADI Snorkel Guide\" or \"OMSB Snorkel Guide\" certification.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Further,<strong><span style=\"background: linear-gradient(rgba(255, 255, 102, 0) 60%, #ffff66 60%);\">Any one of the following rescue certifications: \u201cPADI EFR,\u201d \u201cJapanese Red Cross Society Water Safety Law Rescue Worker Level II,\u201d or \u201cOMSB Water Rescue Worker\u201d<\/span><\/strong>We have also obtained it (as of August 2026).<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>We conduct monthly training sessions on field safety checks and emergency response, and we also participate in safety seminars organized by the fire department and other agencies.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E7%8B%AC%E8%87%AA%E3%81%AE%E5%82%AC%E8%A1%8C%E5%9F%BA%E6%BA%96%E3%81%A8%E5%BD%93%E6%97%A5%E3%81%AE%E6%B5%B7%E6%B3%81%E3%83%81%E3%82%A7%E3%83%83%E3%82%AF\"><\/span>Our own operating standards and on-site sea condition checks<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-6171\" src=\"https:\/\/miyako-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/S__174809122-640x480.jpg\" alt=\"The coral reefs that stretch across the waters off Miyako Island\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" srcset=\"https:\/\/miyako-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/S__174809122-640x480.jpg 640w, https:\/\/miyako-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/S__174809122-1280x960.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/miyako-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/S__174809122-320x240.jpg 320w, https:\/\/miyako-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/S__174809122-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/miyako-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/S__174809122.jpg 1478w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>At PiPi, based on the track record and data we\u2019ve accumulated across the three islands,<strong><span style=\"background: linear-gradient(rgba(255, 255, 102, 0) 60%, #ffff66 60%);\">Strict, Proprietary Tour Operation Standards<\/span><\/strong>The company has established a<\/p>\n<div class=\"su-box su-box-style-bubbles\" id=\"\" style=\"border-color:#008796;border-radius:5px\"><div class=\"su-box-title\" style=\"background-color:#00bac9;color:#FFFFFF;border-top-left-radius:3px;border-top-right-radius:3px\">PiPi's Key Safety Initiatives<\/div><div class=\"su-box-content su-u-clearfix su-u-trim\" style=\"border-bottom-left-radius:3px;border-bottom-right-radius:3px\">\n<p>\u2460 On the day of the tour, we will go to the site and visually assess the sea conditions before deciding whether to proceed.<br \/>\n\u2461 Each local guide has the authority to interrupt the tour<br \/>\n\u2462 A support guide will accompany you on challenging trails<br \/>\n\u2463 Small-group tours with a set maximum number of participants per guide<br \/>\n\u2464 Keep emergency cell phones, whistles, and first-aid kits on hand at each field<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E3%82%AC%E3%82%A4%E3%83%89%E3%82%82%E5%90%AB%E3%82%81%E3%81%A6%E5%85%A8%E5%93%A1%E3%81%8C%E3%83%A9%E3%82%A4%E3%83%95%E3%82%B8%E3%83%A3%E3%82%B1%E3%83%83%E3%83%88%E3%82%92%E7%9D%80%E7%94%A8\"><\/span>Everyone, including the guide, must wear a life jacket<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-17298\" src=\"https:\/\/miyako-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/LINE_ALBUM_SUP\u30ab\u30cc\u30fc-\u65e5\u4e2d_260627_7-640x480.jpg\" alt=\"Two people standing on a SUP while wearing life jackets\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" \/><\/p>\n<p>On PiPi tours, it's not just the guests who...<strong><span style=\"background: linear-gradient(rgba(255, 255, 102, 0) 60%, #ffff66 60%);\">Guides must also wear safety equipment such as life jackets<\/span><\/strong>The company is doing so.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Even if you can't swim, you can start in the shallow water where you can touch the bottom, and we have life jackets available in five sizes, ranging from children's to adults'.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E3%81%8A%E3%81%99%E3%81%99%E3%82%81%E3%81%AE%E3%82%B7%E3%83%A5%E3%83%8E%E3%83%BC%E3%82%B1%E3%83%AA%E3%83%B3%E3%82%B0%E3%83%84%E3%82%A2%E3%83%BC\"><\/span>Recommended Snorkeling Tours<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-18267\" src=\"https:\/\/miyako-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/LINE_ALBUM_\u30b7\u30e5\u30ce\u30fc\u30b1\u30eb\ud83e\udd3fpart.2_261005_1-640x480.jpg\" alt=\"Snorkeling Near Sea Turtles\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" srcset=\"https:\/\/miyako-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/LINE_ALBUM_\u30b7\u30e5\u30ce\u30fc\u30b1\u30eb\ud83e\udd3fpart.2_261005_1-640x480.jpg 640w, https:\/\/miyako-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/LINE_ALBUM_\u30b7\u30e5\u30ce\u30fc\u30b1\u30eb\ud83e\udd3fpart.2_261005_1-1280x960.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/miyako-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/LINE_ALBUM_\u30b7\u30e5\u30ce\u30fc\u30b1\u30eb\ud83e\udd3fpart.2_261005_1-320x240.jpg 320w, https:\/\/miyako-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/LINE_ALBUM_\u30b7\u30e5\u30ce\u30fc\u30b1\u30eb\ud83e\udd3fpart.2_261005_1-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/miyako-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/LINE_ALBUM_\u30b7\u30e5\u30ce\u30fc\u30b1\u30eb\ud83e\udd3fpart.2_261005_1-16x12.jpg 16w, https:\/\/miyako-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/LINE_ALBUM_\u30b7\u30e5\u30ce\u30fc\u30b1\u30eb\ud83e\udd3fpart.2_261005_1.jpg 1477w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Finally, here are PiPi's recommended snorkeling tours.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>both<strong><span style=\"background: linear-gradient(rgba(255, 255, 102, 0) 60%, #ffff66 60%);\">Easy for beginners and those who aren't strong swimmers to join<\/span><\/strong>Tour.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E3%82%A6%E3%83%9F%E3%82%AC%E3%83%A1%E3%82%B7%E3%83%A5%E3%83%8E%E3%83%BC%E3%82%B1%E3%83%AA%E3%83%B3%E3%82%B0\"><\/span>Sea turtle snorkeling<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-16694\" src=\"https:\/\/miyako-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/LINE_ALBUM_\u30b7\u30e5\u30ce\u30fc\u30b1\u30eb\ud83e\udd3fpart.2_260326_1-640x480.jpg\" alt=\"Sea turtles swimming in the ocean\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" \/><\/p>\n<p>This is a snorkeling tour where you can swim with sea turtles in the crystal-clear waters off Miyako Island.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>The activity takes about 2 hours, and is suitable for ages 3 to 59.<\/p>\n<p><strong><div class=\"su-button-center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/miyako-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/tour\/2915\/\" class=\"su-button su-button-style-glass\" style=\"color:#FFFFFF;background-color:#00bac9;border-color:#0095a1;border-radius:7px;-moz-border-radius:7px;-webkit-border-radius:7px\" target=\"_self\" title=\"For more information on sea turtle snorkeling, click here!\"><span style=\"color:#FFFFFF;padding:7px 20px;font-size:16px;line-height:24px;border-color:#4dcfda;border-radius:7px;-moz-border-radius:7px;-webkit-border-radius:7px;text-shadow:1px 1px 1px #000000;-moz-text-shadow:1px 1px 1px #000000;-webkit-text-shadow:1px 1px 1px #000000\"><i class=\"sui sui-hand-o-right\" style=\"font-size:16px;color:#ffffff\"><\/i> Sea turtle snorkeling<br \/>\nFor more information, click here!<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E3%83%88%E3%83%AD%E3%83%94%E3%82%AB%E3%83%AB%E3%82%B7%E3%83%A5%E3%83%8E%E3%83%BC%E3%82%B1%E3%83%AA%E3%83%B3%E3%82%B0\"><\/span>Tropical Snorkeling<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-18264\" src=\"https:\/\/miyako-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/LINE_ALBUM_\u30b7\u30e5\u30ce\u30fc\u30b1\u30eb\ud83e\udd3fpart.2_261005_4-640x480.jpg\" alt=\"Snorkeling with Sea Turtles\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" srcset=\"https:\/\/miyako-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/LINE_ALBUM_\u30b7\u30e5\u30ce\u30fc\u30b1\u30eb\ud83e\udd3fpart.2_261005_4-640x480.jpg 640w, https:\/\/miyako-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/LINE_ALBUM_\u30b7\u30e5\u30ce\u30fc\u30b1\u30eb\ud83e\udd3fpart.2_261005_4-1280x960.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/miyako-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/LINE_ALBUM_\u30b7\u30e5\u30ce\u30fc\u30b1\u30eb\ud83e\udd3fpart.2_261005_4-320x240.jpg 320w, https:\/\/miyako-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/LINE_ALBUM_\u30b7\u30e5\u30ce\u30fc\u30b1\u30eb\ud83e\udd3fpart.2_261005_4-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/miyako-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/LINE_ALBUM_\u30b7\u30e5\u30ce\u30fc\u30b1\u30eb\ud83e\udd3fpart.2_261005_4-16x12.jpg 16w, https:\/\/miyako-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/LINE_ALBUM_\u30b7\u30e5\u30ce\u30fc\u30b1\u30eb\ud83e\udd3fpart.2_261005_4.jpg 1477w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>This is a snorkeling tour where you can swim alongside colorful tropical fish in the coral-filled ocean.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>You might even come across a clownfish.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>The activity takes about 2 hours, and is suitable for ages 3 to 59.<\/p>\n<p><strong><div class=\"su-button-center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/miyako-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/tour\/2919\/\" class=\"su-button su-button-style-glass\" style=\"color:#FFFFFF;background-color:#00bac9;border-color:#0095a1;border-radius:7px;-moz-border-radius:7px;-webkit-border-radius:7px\" target=\"_self\" title=\"Click here for details on tropical snorkeling!\"><span style=\"color:#FFFFFF;padding:7px 20px;font-size:16px;line-height:24px;border-color:#4dcfda;border-radius:7px;-moz-border-radius:7px;-webkit-border-radius:7px;text-shadow:1px 1px 1px #000000;-moz-text-shadow:1px 1px 1px #000000;-webkit-text-shadow:1px 1px 1px #000000\"><i class=\"sui sui-hand-o-right\" style=\"font-size:16px;color:#ffffff\"><\/i> Tropical Snorkeling<br \/>\nFor more information, click here!<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E5%AE%AE%E5%8F%A4%E5%B3%B6%E3%81%AE%E6%B0%B4%E9%9B%A3%E4%BA%8B%E6%95%85%E3%81%AB%E9%96%A2%E3%81%99%E3%82%8B%E3%82%88%E3%81%8F%E3%81%82%E3%82%8B%E8%B3%AA%E5%95%8F\"><\/span>Frequently Asked Questions About Water Accidents on Miyako Island<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<div class=\"ttsd_qa-wrap\" itemscope=\"\" itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\">\n<div class=\"ttsd_qa-summary\" itemprop=\"name\"><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\">How many water-related accidents occur on Miyako Island each year?<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"ttsd_qa-detail\" itemscope=\"\" itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\">\n<div itemprop=\"text\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 16px;\">Within the jurisdiction of the Miyako Island Coast Guard District, 31 people were involved in accidents during marine leisure activities in 2024, and 19 in 2025 (preliminary figures).<\/span><br \/>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 16px;\">Since fatal accidents have occurred at Shinshiro Beach and other locations in 2026 as well, please exercise extreme caution when entering the water.<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"ttsd_qa-wrap\" itemscope=\"\" itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\">\n<div class=\"ttsd_qa-summary\" itemprop=\"name\"><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\">Where on Miyako Island do most water-related accidents occur?<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"ttsd_qa-detail\" itemscope=\"\" itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\">\n<div itemprop=\"text\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 16px;\">In 2026, there has been a series of accidents at Shinshiro Beach, and accidents have also occurred around Irabu Island and Shimoji Island.<\/span><br \/>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 16px;\">You need to be especially careful when snorkeling on your own at a beach without lifeguards.<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"ttsd_qa-wrap\" itemscope=\"\" itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\">\n<div class=\"ttsd_qa-summary\" itemprop=\"name\"><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\">Is snorkeling dangerous on Miyako Island?<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"ttsd_qa-detail\" itemscope=\"\" itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\">\n<div itemprop=\"text\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 16px;\">With the right gear and knowledge, you can enjoy it safely, but there are also things to watch out for, such as ocean currents and dangerous marine life.<\/span><br \/>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 16px;\">If it's your first time, we recommend taking a guided tour.<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"ttsd_qa-wrap\" itemscope=\"\" itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\">\n<div class=\"ttsd_qa-summary\" itemprop=\"name\"><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\">Can I go snorkeling even if I can't swim?<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"ttsd_qa-detail\" itemscope=\"\" itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\">\n<div itemprop=\"text\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 16px;\">If you wear a life jacket, even those who can't swim can enjoy snorkeling.<\/span><br \/>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 16px;\">On PiPi's tours, we start in shallow water where you can touch the bottom, and a guide will assist you.<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"ttsd_qa-wrap\" itemscope=\"\" itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\">\n<div class=\"ttsd_qa-summary\" itemprop=\"name\"><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\">Do I have to wear a life jacket?<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"ttsd_qa-detail\" itemscope=\"\" itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\">\n<div itemprop=\"text\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 16px;\">According to the Miyako Island Coast Guard, approximately 90 percent of those who died in accidents while engaging in marine leisure activities were not wearing life jackets.<\/span><br \/>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 16px;\">Always wear a life jacket when snorkeling.<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"ttsd_qa-wrap\" itemscope=\"\" itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\">\n<div class=\"ttsd_qa-summary\" itemprop=\"name\"><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\">What should I do if I get stung by a box jellyfish?<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"ttsd_qa-detail\" itemscope=\"\" itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\">\n<div itemprop=\"text\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 16px;\">Get out of the water immediately, pour plenty of vinegar on the sting without rubbing it, gently remove the tentacles, cool the affected area, and then seek medical attention.<\/span><br \/>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 16px;\">Vinegar is effective only against the Habu jellyfish; be careful not to use vinegar on the Katsuo-no-eboshi jellyfish.<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"ttsd_qa-wrap\" itemscope=\"\" itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\">\n<div class=\"ttsd_qa-summary\" itemprop=\"name\"><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\">If I witness an accident at sea, who should I contact?<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"ttsd_qa-detail\" itemscope=\"\" itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\">\n<div itemprop=\"text\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 16px;\">If an accident occurs at sea, you can report it by calling the Japan Coast Guard\u2019s emergency number, \u201c118.\u201d<\/span><br \/>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 16px;\">Since attempting to help on your own could lead to secondary injuries, you should call for help first.<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"ttsd_qa-wrap\" itemscope=\"\" itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\">\n<div class=\"ttsd_qa-summary\" itemprop=\"name\"><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\">Are PiPi tours canceled if the weather is bad?<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"ttsd_qa-detail\" itemscope=\"\" itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\">\n<div itemprop=\"text\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 16px;\">At PiPi, we visually inspect the sea conditions at the venue on the day of the event, and if we determine that it cannot be held safely, we cancel it.<\/span><br \/>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 16px;\">If the event is canceled due to an approaching typhoon or similar circumstances, we will not charge a cancellation fee and will accommodate rescheduling requests.<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E3%81%95%E3%81%84%E3%81%94%E3%81%AB\"><\/span>in the end<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>In this article, we\u2019ve shared some important information you should know to prevent water accidents on Miyako Island and enjoy the ocean safely.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>It would be such a shame if an accident ruined your trip, wouldn't it?<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Simply by following basic safety rules\u2014such as wearing a life jacket and not going into the ocean alone\u2014you can prevent many accidents.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Let's enjoy the seas around Miyako Island safely with Miyako Island ADVENTURE PiPi!<\/p>\n<p><strong><div class=\"su-button-center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/miyako-pipi.com\/en\/activity\/#header1\" class=\"su-button su-button-style-glass\" style=\"color:#FFFFFF;background-color:#00bac9;border-color:#0095a1;border-radius:7px;-moz-border-radius:7px;-webkit-border-radius:7px\" target=\"_self\" title=\"Ranking of Popular Activities on Miyako Island\"><span style=\"color:#FFFFFF;padding:7px 20px;font-size:16px;line-height:24px;border-color:#4dcfda;border-radius:7px;-moz-border-radius:7px;-webkit-border-radius:7px;text-shadow:1px 1px 1px #000000;-moz-text-shadow:1px 1px 1px #000000;-webkit-text-shadow:1px 1px 1px #000000\"><i class=\"sui sui-hand-o-right\" style=\"font-size:16px;color:#ffffff\"><\/i> Miyako Island Activities<br \/>\nClick here to see the popularity ranking!<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>\u307f\u306a\u3055\u3093\u3053\u3093\u306b\u3061\u306f\uff01 &nbsp; \u5bae\u53e4\u5cf6\u6700\u5927\u7d1a\u306e\u30a2\u30af\u30c6\u30a3\u30d3\u30c6\u30a3\u30b7\u30e7\u30c3\u30d7 \u300c\u5bae\u53e4\u5cf6 ADVENTURE PiPi\u300d\u3067\u3059\uff01 &nbsp; \u5bae\u53e4\u5cf6\u3068\u3044\u3048\u3070\u3001\u3084\u306f\u308a\u900f 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