Soaring in popularity! What is the popular clearsap on Miyako Island? Introducing popular tours and attractions!
Table of Contents
- 1 What is Clearsap, which is rapidly gaining popularity on Miyako Island?
- 2 Attractiveness of Clearsap
- 3 The bottom of the ocean is in full view! Enjoy easy underwater observation!
- 4 Enjoyable for both children and adults.
- 5 Insta-worthy for sure!
- 6 How to enjoy Clearsap
- 7 Notes on Clearsap
- 8 Various types of SUP to enjoy in Miyako Island
- 9 What is the appropriate attire for a SUP experience?
- 10 summary
What is Clearsap, which is rapidly gaining popularity on Miyako Island?
One of the most attractive features of Miyako Island, which is one of the best tourist spots in Okinawa Prefecture, is the blue sea, known as Miyako blue, and the many coral reefs that grow in the surrounding waters.
The bottom of the sea is covered with white sand that has been deposited by crushed coral reefs, and once you dive into the sea, you will be awestruck by its beauty.
The waters of Miyakojima are said to be among the clearest in Okinawa Prefecture.
It has to do with the topography of Miyako Island.
Miyako Island was created by the uplift of coral reefs, and its topography is characterized by few ups and downs and the absence of mountains and rivers.
The absence of mountains and rivers eliminates sediment runoff into the sea, and the high degree of transparency is maintained because the sea is not muddy.
Since many tourists visit Miyako Island to enjoy such a sea, various marine activities are held on the island.
Among the many activities available, have you ever heard of clear sap, which has been rapidly gaining popularity in recent years?
In this issue, we will introduce the clear sap that many people enjoy on Miyako Island.
Attractiveness of Clearsap
Clearsap is an acronym for Stand Up Paddleboard, a type of activity SUP.
SUP is an activity in which one stands on a large surfboard or a special board and paddles through the ocean or river, and is popular among men and women of all ages.
Although it may sound difficult to use a surfboard, SUP is easy to try with just a simple training course.
It is an activity that is so easy to experience that even older people can learn to ride it in less than an hour, and it is a perfect match for the calm and beautiful waters of Miyako Island.
And Clear Sap is a new activity that takes SUP to the next level by changing the SUP board to a transparent one.
The bottom of the ocean is in full view! Enjoy easy underwater observation!
The clear sap is characterized by the transparency of the board used, which allows the user to see underwater as well as out to sea during the activity.
By using a transparent board, you can feel as if you are standing directly on the ocean.
Since the sea of Miyako Island is highly transparent, you will be able to enjoy a good view of the crystal clear water by looking through a clear board.
Depending on the location, you may be able to see brightly colored fish and various other creatures living in the sea, and you are sure to be impressed by more than just the usual activities.
Enjoyable for both children and adults.
Clear Sap is an activity that can be enjoyed by adults and children of all ages.
The only difference from SUP is that the boards have been changed to transparent ones, so there is no difference in the simplicity and difficulty of what you do.
Once you can stand steadily on the board, all you have to do is handle the paddle and you can enjoy the activity with ease.
Since this activity is performed while wearing a life jacket, there is no need to worry about drowning if you are not a confident swimmer and lose your balance and fall into the water.
The waters around Miyako Island are warm throughout the year, so there is no need to worry about cold weather.
Insta-worthy for sure!
Various social networking sites, including Instagram, have become a familiar part of our lives, as the word "instagram" was selected as a buzzword of the year in 2017.
Sightseeing trips are an opportunity to take many Instagram-worthy photos, and many people visit Miyako Island for the Instagram-worthy sights.
Even on Miyako Island, which is blessed with numerous scenic spots and activities that look great, kuriasap is a particularly Instagram-worthy activity.
With proper waterproofing measures, it is possible to take pictures of the beautiful sights during a clear sap, and thanks to the transparent board, it is possible to take pictures as if you are standing in the ocean.
Take the best Instagram photos and post them on social networking sites.
How to enjoy Clearsap
SUP or clear sap is a highly popular activity in Western countries, especially among celebrities.
This is because even though SUP or clear sap is not a very strenuous exercise, the act of standing and balancing on the water provides a great fitness benefit.
You can expect so-called "core training-like" effects, and while enjoying the beautiful ocean, you can also enjoy fitness and improve your physical condition and autonomic nervous system.
Of course, even if you are not looking for health reasons, the sea surface seen from the middle of a wide expanse of ocean is a very different atmosphere from that seen from land.
The tropical sunlight of Miyako Island reflects off the waves and sparkles in the water, and seeing it up close gives you the feeling that your heart is being washed away.
Notes on Clearsap
Clearsapping is a very fun activity, but there are a few things to keep in mind.
The best part of a clear sap is a clear view underwater, but a clear view cannot be maintained unless the special transparent board is kept clean.
If you purchase and use your own boards, be aware that you must be careful to manage them so as not to damage them.
And while the experience of SUPing on a transparent board while looking underwater is fun, the unfamiliar sensation of having your field of vision spread up and down, left and right, can create an illusion in the brain.
If this happens, you may experience a condition similar to seasickness, so it is important to stop the activity as soon as possible if you feel unwell.
If you are usually prone to car or ship sickness, or if you have ever experienced 3D sickness from games or attractions, you may want to take it easy and try regular SUP.
Various types of SUP to enjoy in Miyako Island
The secret of SUP's popularity is the wide range of ways it can be enjoyed, and a variety of SUP tours are offered on Miyako Island.
With a wide variety of situations available, you are sure to find a tour that suits your preferences.
Miyako Island is warm all year round, and you can enjoy waterfront activities not only in summer but for a long season.
If you have never tried SUP before, we encourage you to give it a try, as you can enjoy SUP even if you visit during the peak season in summer, when the crowds are at their greatest.
We have selected some of the most popular tours here, so let's check them out in order.
SUP on a spectacular beach
One of the most popular spots for SUP is the many beautiful beaches that dot Miyako Island.
The beaches of Miyakojima are beautiful in both sand and water quality, and are renowned for their beauty when viewed from the ocean.
The strong sunlight of Miyako Island illuminating the sandy beach is a scene that can only be seen in the tropics, and will give you a strong sense that you have come to a resort area.
The ocean near the beach has calm waves, making SUP less challenging.
The sensation of moving the paddle at your own leisurely pace and slowly swaying between the waves is the perfect way to experience the extraordinary feeling of a sightseeing trip.
Sunset SUP
Many people cite the beauty of sunsets as a typical attraction of Miyako Island.
The sun, which had been shining brightly during the day, shines beautifully as it sinks beyond the horizon.
The orange-colored surface of the sea will sparkle as if studded with jewels, and the colors will be so vivid that they will remind you of a painting.
The experience of drifting on a SUP board on the surface of such a sea will surely be an unforgettable memory for a lifetime.
This tour is recommended for couples and families as well as for solo travelers.
Night SUP
Miyako Island is often associated with the blue sea and sky, and is often thought of as a place where daytime sightseeing takes priority, but in fact, the night sky is one of the most beautiful in Japan.
Miyakojima Island has clean air due to low emissions of exhaust gases, etc. Furthermore, there are few exterior lights and neon lights.
Therefore, if you look up at the sky of Miyako Island at night, you can see many twinkling stars with unbelievable clarity.
Paddling out to sea on a SUP board under a starry sky of fantastic beauty, you will feel as if you are floating in space.
If you want to fully enjoy Miyako Island, please try SUP at night.
SUP Pedal Boat
SUP pedal boats are an activity in which the handlebars and pedals are attached to the SUP board, allowing you to experience SUP as if you were riding a bicycle.
Multiple people can be on the board at the same time as long as they weigh up to 100 kg in total, so you can experience SUP with children who have difficulty enjoying SUP alone.
Of course, you can still enjoy the beauty of the ocean as you would with regular SUP, so it is highly recommended as an easy activity.
What is the appropriate attire for a SUP experience?
While SUPing, be prepared for waves and falling into the water, and wear clothes that you don't mind getting wet.
During the season when the temperature is warm, there is no problem just wearing a bathing suit, but depending on the time of year, Miyako Island can be windy and you may feel cold.
It is also a good idea to wear a rash guard or a shirt that dries easily to prevent sunburn.
As for the feet, wearing something unfastened, such as flip-flops, makes it difficult to maintain balance.
Since there is a risk of dropping them in the ocean and losing them, it is advisable to wear something that can properly secure the feet.
It is also important to wear sunscreen while SUPing, as it is easy to get sunburned by the reflection from the ocean surface.
Another recommendation is to wear sunglasses to protect your eyes.
summary
In this issue, we introduced a popular activity on Miyako Island: clear sap.
If you experience Clearsap, you will encounter a beautiful sight that will change your outlook on life.
However, there are some caveats to clear sap, as we have mentioned, so please consider your own suitability before trying it.
Also, you can fully enjoy the sea of Miyakojima by regular SUP instead of clear-sup, so please enjoy the sea of Miyakojima through this activity.