You can still enjoy autumn! Highlights & Recommended Activities in Miyako Island in Autumn

Summer in Miyako Island is not over yet! Autumn (September-November) Travel to Miyako Island

Miyako Island is blessed with good weather throughout the year, so much so that even in the winter season, when the sun shines, one can spend the day wearing only a long-sleeved shirt during the day. On the other hand, during the summer season, the average temperature rises to nearly 30 degrees Celsius, with days above 30 degrees Celsius almost every day. (Recently, Tokyo has also been experiencing midsummer days that exceed 35°C, so it is not too hot compared to the inner city...)

Autumn is a relatively pleasant time of year on Miyakojima. In Tokyo and Osaka, autumn (September through November) gradually becomes cooler and cooler, but on Miyakojima, the weather continues to be summer-like. In this issue, we will introduce various aspects of the autumn season on Miyakojima, from the weather to the activities that can be enjoyed.

Weather in Miyako Island in Autumn

Autumn Temperatures in Miyakojima

Miyako Island has a hot and humid subtropical maritime climate, with an average annual temperature of around 23 degrees Celsius and an average annual humidity of 79 percent, making it a warm place to spend the whole year. Nevertheless, Miyako Island also has four seasons, with an average temperature of about 25-6 degrees Celsius in October and 22-3 degrees Celsius in November during the fall season.

After mid-October, the mornings and evenings may get slightly cooler, and in November, the monsoon begins to blow, making the days feel cooler, but the temperature is generally high, and it is possible to enjoy swimming in the sea if the weather is clear during the day. In addition, typhoons are a concern in the subtropical zone, but past experience shows that from October there are fewer typhoons and sunny days become more comfortable, making it the best season for travel.

Autumn Clothing in Miyako Island

Basically, there is no problem with wearing airy clothes, mainly short sleeves, but it can feel cold at certain times of the day, so it is important to consider how to dress for the heat during the day and the slightly cooler morning and evening hours during this time of the year. In that sense, it is a good idea to bring a long-sleeved shirt or light outerwear to wear over it, as well as long pants such as cotton pants or jeans.

The sun will be a little less intense than in July through September, but as in the summer season, bring sunglasses, a cap, and a parasol to protect yourself from heat stroke and UV rays, As in the summer season, be sure to bring sunglasses, a cap, and a parasol to protect against heat stroke and ultraviolet rays.

Advantages of Miyako Island in Autumn

Advantage 1 of Autumn in Miyako Island: You can still enjoy activities!

The water temperature in Miyako Island is about 22 degrees Celsius even in midwinter, so in the autumn season, you can fully enjoy marine sports such as diving and snorkeling, as well as a variety of other activities.

Advantage 2 of Autumn in Miyako Island: Pleasant Weather

The average temperature in autumn is 23 to 4 degrees Celsius, which is comfortable enough to wear short sleeves on sunny days, allowing you to enjoy your trip in comfort. This is also a good season for golfers and tennis players, especially since the sunlight is less intense than in the summer season.

Advantage 3 of Autumn in Miyako Island: lower airfare and lodging costs

Comparing the cost per person for tours from Haneda to Miyako Island, the price per person is higher in July and August, which are the months of summer vacation, than in any other months of the year. In October, when there are no consecutive holidays, prices are relatively low, making it possible to visit Miyako Island at a lower price during the autumn season.

Advantage 4 of Autumn in Miyako Island: Fewer tourists

With no national holidays, October is a month when there are fewer tourists and the sights and activities are less crowded, so you can spend more time relaxing.

Autumn Merits of Miyako Island 5: Lots of Events in October and November

October and November on Miyako Island are the months for traditional autumn festivals and dynamic sporting events.

Pahntu (October)

Source:Miyako Mainichi Newspaper

Pāntu is designated as an Important Intangible Folk Cultural Asset. In this festival, as "Pāntu," the god of exorcism, people wear masks, paint mud on their bodies, and wrap the body with the vine of the chinese creeper to pray for the purification of newly built houses and the good health of their children.

Quicher Festival (November)

Source:Miyako Mainichi Newspaper

Cuicha is a performing arts festival in which people sing songs without using instruments such as sanshin (three-stringed instruments) and dance in a circle while calling out "Ninoyoi sassa" (a Japanese word for "Ninoyoi"), like a Bon dance.

Eco Island Miyakojima Marathon (every October-November)

Source:Miyako Mainichi Newspaper

Two marathons, a half and a full marathon, will be held on Miyako Island, combining ecology and sports. The full marathon (7 hours) will take you around Kuruma Ohashi Bridge, Yonaha Maehama Beach, and Yonaha Bay, so you can enjoy a pleasant resort run with scenic views.

KAZE JET SKI Endurance Race in Miyakojima (November)

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The JETSKI endurance race, held around the end of November, is a jet ski racing event in which participants compete to see how many laps they can complete on a course of approximately 2 km per lap between buoys in a specified time.

Recommended Activities in Miyako Island in Autumn

Autumn Activity in Miyako Island (1) Irabu Island, Blue Cave: Glass Boat Tour

This is a tour to enjoy observing the underwater topography, corals and fishes while cruising in the sea of Miyako Island on a glass boat that allows you to see underwater from the bottom of the boat. The waters of Irabu Island, which boasts the world's highest level of transparency, can be seen at depths of up to 40 meters, allowing you to see the richly undulating seafloor. The dynamic undersea topography around the Blue Cave is especially breathtaking.

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Miyako Island (Irabu Island) Glass Boat Experience Glass boat tour around the popular "Blue Cave" on Irabu Island! Everyone from small children to the elderly can enjoy the underwater world. (2 total) アクティビティの詳細を見る

Miyako Island Autumn Activity 2: Pumpkin Hole Exploration

This tour explores the "Pumpkin Hole," a fantastic limestone cave near "Boragaa Beach" in the southeastern part of Miyako Island that can only be entered from the sea at low tide, where the god of the Dragon Palace is believed to reside.

Entering the cave on the cliff from the beach into the sea, one encounters large stalactites shaped like pumpkins. The cave is a mysterious world created by the unusual stalactites, which are found in various shapes and sizes. The pumpkin-shaped stalactites are also a power spot, and it is said that if you dive into the water through the stalactites, your wish will come true.

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Pumpkin Hole Cave Exploration (Caving) Tour A limestone cave exploration tour to Miyako Island's power spot, Pumpkin Hole. Enjoy the Pumpkin Hole, where the God of the Dragon Palace is said to reside! (9 in total) アクティビティの詳細を見る

Miyako Island Autumn Activity 3: SUP (Paddle Boat)

If you want to enjoy the sea of Miyakojima to the fullest, you should definitely try SUP (paddle boating), in which you paddle along on a large board.

The exhilarating feeling of moving swiftly on the clear, transparent sea and sitting on the board with a 360-degree view of the blue ocean is irresistible. You can enjoy the beautiful and crystal clear sea of Miyako Island by playing in spots that can only be reached from the sea, or paddling through the shallows while lying on your back.

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Miyako Island SUP Tour SUP (Stand Up Paddle) is a popular marine activity! Anyone can enjoy SUP tours easily and get exercise with no need to bring anything. (30 total) アクティビティの詳細を見る

Miyako Island Autumn Activity 4: Diving

It is said that there are nearly 100 diving spots on Miyako Island, and dynamic terrain diving is especially enjoyable. The Ichinose Hole on Shimoji Island and the Blue Cave on Irabu Island, for example, offer beautiful and impressive contrasts between the different shades of blue seen from the beach, which change depending on the angle, and the sunlight falling into the ocean.

Every year around October, Miyako Island has a period called "Ultra Transparency Week," during which the water becomes crystal clear to a depth of 30 to 40 meters, making it the best condition for diving.

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Miyako Island Diving and Scuba Diving Tours Underwater walk in the beautiful sea♪ You can enjoy the sea of Miyako Island from the beach or from a boat! Of course, we can guide you for both experience diving and fun diving! (18 total) アクティビティの詳細を見る

5 recommended sightseeing spots in Miyako Island in autumn

Recommended sightseeing spots in Miyako Island in autumn (1) Miyako Sunset Beach

Miyako Sunset Beach is an artificial beach located about 15 minutes by car from Miyako Airport. As the name suggests, it offers a very beautiful view of the sunset.

Autumn in Miyakojima is still warm enough to enjoy swimming in the sea. The artificial beach is well maintained and very clean. It is also equipped with a habu jellyfish prevention net, toilets, and showers. Snorkeling is prohibited, so enjoy mainly swimming and sunset views.

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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?

Recommended sightseeing spots in autumn on Miyako Island (2) Painagama Beach

Painagama Beach is accessible on foot from the center of Miyako Island and is barrier-free, making it a friendly beach for the elderly and wheelchair users. The beach is also barrier-free, making it a safe place for children to enjoy swimming.

There are many covered rest areas and benches, so it is a good place to rest your body after a long day of playing in the ocean. It is close to the center of Miyakojima, so you can stop by when you have time.

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Painagama Beach is one of the most popular tourist spots in Miyako Island.   Scenery of Painagama Beach About Painagama Beach Painagama Beach is located just outside the city center of Miyakojima. The official name is "Minami-Nagama Beach" and it is a favorite beach of the local people. There are many activities and marine sports [...].

Recommended sightseeing spots in autumn on Miyako Island (3) Watariguchi Beach

Watakuchi no Hama is a beach on Irabu Island, across the Irabu Bridge from Miyako Island, with a beautiful gentle coastline that stretches for 800 meters. The sand on the beach is fine and powdery, and its smooth texture allows visitors to walk around barefoot.

The white sand beach is so wide that you can stroll around with more freedom than other beaches. Also, the waters are shallow, so bring your children along for a visit.

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Watariguchi Beach, a tourist attraction on Irabu Island. A popular beach on Irabu Island. The charm of this beach is its fine powder sand that is pleasant to walk on and its beautiful ocean.

Recommended sightseeing spots in autumn on Miyako Island (4) Imugyah Marine Garden

Imugyah Marine Garden is a beach park utilizing the topography of an inlet on the south coast of Miyako Island. Because of the cove topography, the sea is calm and the waves are not high, allowing children to enjoy swimming in the sea.

Snorkeling is also possible, but it is not a very big spot, so it is not possible to do marine activities that require a lot of space. Autumn on Miyako Island is still warm enough to enjoy marine activities, but as late autumn approaches, the northerly winds become stronger and it starts to get chilly. In this respect, Imugia has a promenade and an observatory, so you can stroll around the area, which is recommended for those who do not want to go into the ocean.

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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 [...].

Recommended sightseeing spots in autumn on Miyako Island (5) Hunausagibanata Observation Facility

Hunausagibanata Observation Facility is an observatory located in the northern part of Irabu Island in the Miyako Islands. The symbol of the observatory is a statue in the shape of a sasiba, a migratory bird that comes to the island in autumn. The bird's wings are spreading dynamically, giving the impression that it is about to take flight.

The name of the observatory, "Funasagibanata," means "cape to see off ships" in the dialect of Irabu Island, and from this observatory you can see the ships sailing around Irabu Island.

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Hunausagibanata- a tourist attraction on Irabu Island   Source: 4travel What is Funausagibanata? Funausagibanata is said to be the place where families used to watch over their ships as they set sail for the main island of Okinawa. Funausagibanata is also said to be a "cape to see off ships" in the Miyako Island dialect [...].

summary

Miyako Island has beautiful, clear waters and a mild climate throughout the year, so there are many outdoor activities you can enjoy in the ocean even in October and November, so when you go to Miyako Island, please try various activities to make good memories of your trip.

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