10 recommended spots for SUP in Miyako Island!

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What is SUP in Miyako Island?

Hello everyone!SUP (Stand Up Paddleboard), a marine sport that has recently become a hot topicAre you familiar with the

This new activity, which originated in Hawaii, uses paddles to move through the water while standing on a board.

The SUP experience in the crystal clear waters of Miyako Island offers a relaxing time while feeling the comfortable breeze.

Activities for everyone from beginners to expertsSo please try SUP on Miyako Island!

This article introduces 10 recommended SUP spots on Miyako Island.

10 recommended SUP spots in Miyako Island

Relaxing cruising on the calm beach, snorkeling SUP to explore the coral reef sea, and sunset SUP to enjoy the fantastic sunset are just a few of the spectacular spots that can be found only in Miyako Island!

Here we introduce a selection of recommended SUP spots on Miyako Island, from spots that can be enjoyed by SUP beginners to unexplored areas for advanced users.

(1) Irie mangrove forest

The Irie Mangrove Forest on Miyako Island is a rich natural mangrove area that stretches over a quiet body of water that gently leads to the sea.

Several mangroves can be found on the island, but this is a particularly accessible and popular spot for tours.The time spent leisurely moving through the trees is a soothing and calming experience.It is.

In this area, you can feel the mangrove forest up close as you proceed through the "Mangrove SUP Tourand "Mangrove Canoe TourThe "Mixed Media" experience is available for beginners and those with children.

The cove is calm and wave-free, so the sensation of gliding along on the surface of the water is very pleasant, and one can enjoy a sense of oneness with nature.

Unlike the clear blue waters of Miyako Island with its coral reefs, the mangrove forests offer a world of tranquility surrounded by greenery.

Click here for ⬇︎ recommended mangrove SUP/canoe tours.

Special Autumn SALE [Irabu Island/2 hours] Let's touch the rich ecosystem☆Excellent stability! Jungle SUP Cruise in the ocean and mangroves of Miyako Island★Free photo & pick-up & drop-off consultation available (No.833)開始時間8:30-10:00 / 10:30-12:00
13:30-15:00 / 15:30-17:00所要時間Approx. 2 hours8,900 yen →7,900yen

Let's touch the rich ecosystem☆Kayak tour to enjoy the sea and mangroves of Miyako Island★Free photo & pick-up & drop-off consultation available (No.834)開始時間8:30-10:00 / 10:30-12:00
13:30-15:00 / 15:30-17:00所要時間Approx. 2 hours8,900 yen →7,900yen

Special Autumn SALE [Irabu Island/1 Day] Mysterious Sapphire Cave "Blue Cave" Snorkeling & Sea Mangrove SUP/Kayak Tour★Free Photo & Transportation Included (No.835)開始時間9:30-15:30所要時間Approx. 6 hours15,800 yen →13,500yen

(2) Imgarma Marine Garden

Imugaya Marine Garden is known as one of the most unique beaches on Miyako Island. The clarity of the sea is also very high,It is also popular among people who enjoy swimming and snorkeling!

This location is a seaside park that takes advantage of a natural cove, and the waves are calm, so even first-time SUPers can enjoy themselves without worry.

At Imgay Marine Garden, you can enjoy SUP with a spectacular view.

The clarity of the ocean means that you can see tropical fish swimming in schools.

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Miyakojima Island] Same-Day Reservations OK!開始時間17:30-19:00所要時間Approx. 2 hours8,900 yen →7,900yen

More about Imgarma Marine Garden

Address: 605-2 Jobe-Tomori, Miyakojima City, Okinawa, Japan
Toilet: None
Shower: No

Imugyah Marine Garden is a tourist attraction on Miyako Island. Imgaya Marine Garden Scenery About Imgaya Marine Garden There are many beaches in Miyako Island, but this is a beautiful and unique beach that looks like a Japanese garden. It is a natural cove, so there are no waves, and the beach park is full of nature [...].

3) 17END

Located on Irabu Island, next to Miyako Island, 17END is not only about the sea,The most beautiful sunset spot on Miyako IslandIt is also known as

The sunset over the ocean is unobstructed and truly spectacular.

If you enjoy SUP here, sunset SUP in the evening is recommended.

At low tide, a pure white beach is revealed, and the contrast between the white sand, the clear blue ocean, and the red of the setting sun creates an extremely beautiful scene.

If the timing is right, you can also watch touch-and-go practice at the nearby Shimoji Airport.

It is truly a dreamy spot where you can watch airplanes soar into the sky and enjoy the view of the sea and sky at the same time.

(4) Beach of Sawada

Sawada beach is also famous for its beautiful sunset on Miyako Island.

Located in the northwestern part of Irabu Island, the coast has an unusual landscape with numerous huge rocks lying offshore, which are said to have been carried in by the tsunami of the Meiwa period.

Around the beach in Sawada,Shower toilets availableThe following is a list of the most popular products in the area.

Details of Sawada Beach

Address: 1725 Sawada, Irabu, Miyakojima City, Okinawa, Japan
Toilet: None
Shower: Available

Sawada no Hama (Beach of Sawada) is a tourist attraction on Irabu Island. Sawada no Hama is a popular sunset spot on Irabu Island. The numerous rocks of various sizes that can be seen at low tide are said to have been washed up by the tsunami, creating a mysterious atmosphere.

5) Miyako Sunset Beach

As the name suggests, this beach is famous for its sunsets, and in the evening, locals and tourists come to watch the sunset.

Easy access to the city center as it is close to the city center.It is also a popular spot for

⬇︎ for more information on Sunset SUP

Miyakojima Island] Same-Day Reservations OK!開始時間17:30-19:00所要時間Approx. 2 hours8,900 yen →7,900yen

Details of Miyako Sunset Beach

Address: 234-323 Aza-Hirakubo, Ishigaki Island, Okinawa, Japan
Phone number: 0980-89-2234

Miyako Sunset Beach is a tourist attraction on Miyako Island. Scenery of Miyako Sunset Beach The contrast of the colors of the sea is outstanding Activities are also offered Cycling is also recommended The Irabu Bridge is beautifully visible Source: 4travel What is Miyako Sunset Beach?

6) Shinshiro Coast

This beach is said to be the best place for sunrise SUP on Miyako Island. You can use showers, changing rooms, and parking lots for free, and toilets are also available.

The clear, shallow waters allow you to see coral reef colonies, tropical fish, and sea turtles even from the boat during SUP.

⬇︎Here is a list of tours that are held on the Aragusuku Coast with the highest percentage of

SUP & Sea Turtle Snorkel Tour with Photo & Drone Video Present (No.949)開始時間8:30-12:00 / 12:30-16:00所要時間Approx. 3.5 hours9,600 yen

Okinawa, Miyakojima】You can enjoy SUP experience even if it's your first time! Including explanation & photo shooting (No.818)開始時間8:30 / 10:00 / 11:30 / 13:00所要時間Approx. 1 hour5,000 yen →4,000yen

Shinshiro Beach Details

Address: Aza-Ashinjo, Jobe, Miyakojima City, Okinawa, Japan
Phone number: 0980-73-1881
Toilet: Yes
Shower: Available

Miyako Island's most popular tourist spot, Aragusuku Beach  About Aragusuku Coast Aragusuku Coast is a 700-m-long sandy beach located 4 km northwest of Higashi Henna-zaki. It is a "ino" (lagoon) with shallow coral reefs extending up to 500 meters offshore [...].

(7) Shigira Beach

Shiragi Beach is one of the most popular beaches on Miyako Island. Shiragi Beach is located in the Shiragi district, a resort area of Miyako Island, and is crowded with many visitors every day.

The spawning season in March is when many sea turtles visit the waters around Miyakojima,High possibility of swimming with sea turtles even during SUP.is also one of the most popular.

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Shigira Beach Basic Information

Address: Ueno Niisato, Miyakojima City, Okinawa Prefecture Address: Ueno Miyaguni, Miyakojima City, Okinawa Prefecture
Phone number: 0980-76-3008

Miyako Island-Shigira Beach   About Shigira Beach Shigira Beach is one of the only two authorized beaches on Miyako Island, and has become a popular beach in recent years due to its Instagram-worthy appearance! There are lifesavers on the beach and various service facilities. It is one of the only two official beaches on Miyako Island [...].

8) Yonaha Maehama Beach

Yonaha Maehama Beach on Miyako Island, known as the most beautiful beach in the East.A must visit spot for those traveling to Miyako Island.It is.

The clear, beautiful Miyako blue ocean and the pure white sandy beach covered with the finest sand powder are the best Instagram-worthy spots. There are also a variety of activities, and of course, SUP can be enjoyed.

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Miyakojima] Sea Turtle Snorkeling & Mermaid Experience Tour at Maehama Beach, the most beautiful beach in the East (No.808)開始時間Determined by sea conditions and circumstances on the day of the event所要時間Approx. 3 hours18,000 yen

Miyako Island - Warning: Full! 3 kinds of marine sports experience☆Banana Boat, Big Marble, and Band Wagon（Cancellation free until 3 days before）(No.804)開始時間Determined by sea conditions and circumstances on the day of the event所要時間Approximately 30 minutes to 1 hour (depending on the number of people)13,000 yen →11,000yen

Miyakojima】Mermaid Experience & 3 kinds of Screaming Marine Sports 《Banana Boat, Big Marble, Bandwagon》 at Maehama Beach, the most beautiful beach in the East (No.811)開始時間Negotiable所要時間Approx. 1.5 hours19,000 yen

Details of Yonaha Maehama Beach

Location: Shimoji Yonaha, Miyakojima City, Okinawa, Japan
Phone number: 0980-72-3751
Toilet: Yes
Shower: Available

Yonaha Maehama, a tourist spot on Miyako Island   Scenery of Yonaha Maehama Beach About Yonaha Maehama Beach Yonaha Maehama Beach was voted No. 1 on TripAdvisor's Top 10 Best Beaches in Japan for 2019. It is the whitest sandy beach in the East. The cleanliness of the beach is amazing [...].

(9) Funakusu Beach

Funakusu Beach on Ikema Island, a neighbor of Miyako Island, is a popular photo spot.

About 20 meters offshore to the right of the beach is a coral and tropical fish colony, where SUP visitors can see underwater creatures swimming about in good health.

Not many tourists visit Ikema Island, so you can feel a sense of seclusion and enjoy SUP as much as you like.

More about Funakusu Beach

Address: Hirara-Ikema, Miyakojima City, Okinawa, Japan
Toilet: Yes
Shower: Available

Funakusu Beach (Ikema Block)- a tourist attraction on Ikema Island Scenery of Funakusu Beach (Ikema Block) Beautiful beach with a parking lot Coral reefs are just around the corner The water is so clear that you can see the bottom of the sea Source: 4travel What is Funakusu Beach (Ikema Block)?

(10) Yaegase

Yabiji, known as "Japan's Great Barrier Reef," is one of the largest coral reefs in Japan, consisting of more than 100 atolls of various sizes, located in the northern waters of Miyako Island.

Because coral reefs serve as breakwaters, the waters of the Yaebise are very calm.

The coral reefs that inhabit shallow areas are bathed in sunlight, so you can enjoy the reefs even from the top of your SUP.

⬇︎ recommend tours to be held in Yaebise.

Miyako Island】Yaebise Snorkel Trip｜Free parking! Fully-equipped facilities for men and women in different areas! English speaking staffs are available (2-3 points guide☆Free underwater camera and photo data included) (No.968)開始時間8:00-11:00 / 11:30-14:30 / 15:00-18:00 (only from March to October) / 13:00-16:00 (only from December to January)所要時間Approx. 3 hours10,000 yen

Autumn Special SALE 【Yaebise/午後】Half-day snorkeling course☆Spectacular view! Includes free drone video & underwater photo (No.880)開始時間1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.所要時間Approx. 4 hours16,000 yen →13,000yen

Miyako Island/3 hours] Up to 65 years old can participate! Experienced guide will lead you to one of the largest coral reefs in Japan, "Yabiji" Boat Snorkeling Tour (No.856)開始時間8:50-12:00 / 12:50-16:00所要時間Approx. 3 hours11,000 yen

Yaehigase Basic Information

Address: Hirara, Miyakojima City, Okinawa Prefecture Address: Northern part of Ikema Island, Northern part of Miyako Island, Okinawa Prefecture

Yabiji (Yaebiji)   Yabiji is one of the largest coral reef areas in Japan (25 km in circumference, made up of more than 100 atolls of various sizes) located on Miyako Island, and is designated as a national natural monument. It is located between Miyako Island and Ikema Island, and the surrounding waters are covered with carafes [...].

Let's experience it safely with a guide☆.
Recommended SUP Tour in Miyako Island

For those visiting Miyako Island for the first time or trying SUP for the first time, we recommend the SUP tour with necessary equipment and a lecture by a guide.

Guided tours to spots with the best and calmest conditions according to the day's conditionsIt is also attractive to be able to have them do so!

There are also tours that combine other activities for a great price, so be sure to check them out☆.

Click here for ⬇︎ recommended guided SUP tours.

Miyakojima Island/1 Day] Private Guided Luxury VIP Charter Plan Flexible, at Your Own Pace, Group Tour, Company Trip (No.944)開始時間9:30-15:30所要時間Approx. 6 hours21,111 yen

Miyakojima Island] Same-Day Reservations OK!開始時間17:30-19:00所要時間Approx. 2 hours8,900 yen →7,900yen

Miyako Island, SUP】Big SUP 60 minutes course for up to 7 people! BIG SUP 60 min. course for up to 7 people 《Comes with GoPro photo data present》（No.889）.開始時間8:30 / 10:00 / 11:30 / 14:00 / 15:30所要時間Approx. 1.5 hours22,000 yen

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Miyako Island / 1 Day] No.1 Popularity! Miyako Island Complete Plan (SUP x Snorkeling x Caving x Canoeing) ★Photo Shooting & Pick-up & Drop-off Available (No.911)開始時間8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.所要時間Approx. 7 hours25,600 yen →19,800yen

Autumn Special SALE 【Miyako Island / 1 Day】If you are in doubt, this is the one for you! SUP/Canoe & Sea Turtle Snorkeling Tour on the Spectacular Beach★Photo Shooting & Pick-up & Drop-off Consultation Available (No.909)開始時間6:00-12:00 / 9:30-15:30 / 13:30-19:30所要時間Approx. 6 hours15,800 yen →13,500yen

Miyako Island, Completely Private] Have the Miyako blue all to yourself! SUP Yoga Photo Tour with Drone 《Comes with free photo data present》（No.805)開始時間8:30-10:30 / 11:00-13:00 / 13:30-15:30所要時間Approx. 2 hours8,000 yen

A rental car is essential for travel to Miyako Island!
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A rental car is very convenient for travel to Miyako Island, but it can be difficult to rent during peak season.

Once you have decided on your trip, the first step is to secure a rental car!

Miyako Island Car Rental   Let's enjoy your trip to Miyako Island 120%! Miyako Island Traveling by Rental Car Miyako Island is dotted with many remote islands and tourist spots that can only be reached by car. It is also blissful to enjoy driving in Miyako Island surrounded by emerald green spectacular [...]. (37 total) アクティビティの詳細を見る

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How was it? Miyako Island has many spots where you can go SUPing. There are various spots from famous beaches to hidden spots.

SUPing at sunset and sunrise spots is a different experience from what you can see on land, and there are sights that only those who have SUPed can see.

Why don't you enjoy SUP in Miyako Island?

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