{"id":9266,"date":"2026-10-22T14:44:12","date_gmt":"2026-10-22T05:44:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/miyako-pipi.com\/?p=9266"},"modified":"2026-10-23T08:15:22","modified_gmt":"2026-10-22T23:15:22","slug":"%e9%9b%a2%e5%b3%b6%e3%81%ab%e8%bb%8a%e3%81%a7%e8%a1%8c%e3%81%91%e3%82%8b%ef%bc%9f%e5%ae%ae%e5%8f%a4%e5%b3%b6%e5%91%a8%e8%be%ba%e9%9b%a2%e5%b3%b6%e3%81%ab%e3%81%a4%e3%81%84%e3%81%a6%e9%ad%85%e5%8a%9b","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/miyako-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/9266","title":{"rendered":"A Roundup of Miyako Island\u2019s 7 Outlying Islands! How to Get There and What to See on the 4 Islands Accessible by Bridge and the Islands Reachable by Boat"},"content":{"rendered":"

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One of the largest activity stores in Miyako Island
\nMiyako Island ADVENTURE PiPi<\/span><\/strong>It is!<\/p>\n

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There are seven outlying islands around Miyako Island, ranging from those accessible by car via a bridge to those that can only be reached by boat.<\/p>\n

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In this article, we\u2019ve compiled information on how to get to each of the seven islands, whether they\u2019re suitable for day trips, spots recommended by local staff, and sample day-trip itineraries.<\/p>\n

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Table of Contents<\/p>\n

  • 7 Islands Near Miyako Island | Compare Travel Options at a Glance<\/a>
    • The eight inhabited islands that make up the Miyako Islands<\/a><\/li>
    • Three Ways to Get There: Bridges, Scheduled Ferries, and Chartered Boats<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li>
    • Four remote islands accessible by car from Miyako Island via a bridge<\/a>
      • Irabu Island | An island perfect for water activities, featuring the Blue Cave and beautiful beaches<\/a>
        • Blue Cave<\/a><\/li>
        • mangrove<\/a><\/li>
        • Watakuchi Beach<\/a><\/li>
        • Sawada Beach<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li>
        • Shimojishima | The Island Home to 17END and Toriike Pond<\/a>
          • 17END\u30fb35END<\/a><\/li>
          • pond in a garden<\/a><\/li>
          • Nakanoshima Beach<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li>
          • Ikema Island | Heart Rock and the Yaese Islands<\/a>
            • Heart Rock (Heart Stone)<\/a><\/li>
            • eight-holed arrow whistle<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li>
            • Kurima Island | A Small Island Where You Can Relax<\/a>
              • long stretch of beach<\/a><\/li>
              • Dragon's Palace Observatory<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li>
              • Two remote islands accessible by ferry (scheduled service) from Miyako Island<\/a>
                • Ogami Island | The \u201cIsland of the Gods,\u201d About a 15-Minute Boat Ride Away<\/a>
                  • Rules You Should Know Before Visiting<\/a><\/li>
                  • Oogami Island Observation Deck<\/a><\/li>
                  • Rugged Rocks (Notch)<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li>
                  • Tarama Island | A Peaceful Island Accessible by Ferry and Plane<\/a>
                    • Yaeyama Observation Deck<\/a><\/li>
                    • Shiokawa Ontake: The Village with the Fukugi Tree-Lined Avenue<\/a><\/li>
                    • Transportation on the Island<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li>
                    • Minna Island: A Remote Island Not Directly Accessible from Miyako Island<\/a>
                      • How to Get to Minna Island and What to Prepare in Advance<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li>
                      • A Sample Itinerary for a Day Trip to Miyako Island's Outlying Islands<\/a>
                        • Irabu Island and Shimoji Island 1-Day Tour<\/a><\/li>
                        • Ikemajima + Kuramajima Half-Day Tour<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li>
                        • Tips for Enjoying a Tour of Miyako Island\u2019s Outlying Islands<\/a>
                          • If you're planning a day trip, I recommend visiting the four islands connected by bridges.<\/a><\/li>
                          • How to Choose a Rental Car, Bus, or Taxi<\/a><\/li>
                          • Boat trips and tours may be canceled or suspended due to weather conditions.<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li>
                          • Activities to Enjoy on the Outlying Islands of Miyako Island<\/a>
                            • Snorkeling at the Blue Cave on Irabu Island<\/a><\/li>
                            • Mangrove SUP<\/a><\/li>
                            • mangrove canoe<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li>
                            • Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><\/li>
                            • in the end<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n

                              <\/span>7 Islands Near Miyako Island | Compare Travel Options at a Glance<\/span><\/h2>\n

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                              The remote islands around Miyako Island are,Ikema Island<\/span><\/strong><\/a>\u30fbIrabu Island (port island)<\/span><\/strong><\/a>\u30fbShimochijima Island<\/span><\/strong><\/a>\u30fbKurima Island<\/span><\/strong><\/a>\u30fbOgami Island<\/span><\/strong><\/a>\u30fbTarama Island and Minna Island\u30fb7<\/span><\/strong>It is.<\/p>\n

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                              Four of these islands are connected to Miyako Island by bridges, andYou can go on a day trip using a rental car.<\/span><\/strong>The following is a list of the most common problems with the \"C\" in the \"C\" column.<\/p>\n

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                              Since the remaining three islands require travel by boat or plane, how you plan your trip will vary significantly depending on your mode of transportation.<\/p>\n

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                              You can see the relative locations of the seven islands on the map below.<\/p>\n

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                              Just west of Miyako Island lie Irabu Island and Shimoji Island; to the north are Ikema Island and Ogami Island; and to the southwest is Kurima Island. Tarama Island and Minna Island are located farther out to sea to the west of Miyako Island.<\/p>\n