A thorough comparison of the Hora Izumi Cave and the Nakahara Cave on Miyako Island! Also introduces the location of Pumpkin Hole and recommended tours!
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Mysterious spots on Miyako Island☆.
Comparison of Horaisen Cave and Nakahara Cave
There are several limestone caves on Miyako Island, which were formed by uplifted coral reefs. Representative of these caves are "Nakahara Cave" and "Horaisen Cave.
The limestone caves, formed over a long period of time, have a mysterious charm and are full of attractions!
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What is the Hora Izumi Cave on Miyako Island?
The Hora Quan Cave is a cave in the ocean at Hora Quan Beach.
There were several limestone caves made of raised coral, but few of them were underwater, so the local people told usPalace of the Dragon Kingand is a place of faith.
Swimming in from the entrance to the cave, you will see a pumpkin-shaped stalactite sitting in front of you.
From its stalactitespumpkin holeand ... andPumpkin CaveIt is also known as one of the most famous power spots on Miyako Island.
The Pumpkin Cave also has aMud called Kuchaand using it as a mud pack will make your skin feel soft and smooth! It is also sold as a product.
How to get to the Hora Izumi Cave on Miyako Island
Because it is not possible to go to the Pumpkin Cave on your own,Take a tour!The following is a list of the most common problems with the
The Hora Quan Cave is accessed from Hora Quan Beach.
After exiting Miyako Airport, turn left onto Route 243 and go forward for a while, then turn right at the intersection in front of the county agricultural cooperative and drive straight on Route 78. Follow the road forward via Route 390 and you will see Hora Izumi Beach on your right.
The entrance to the Hora-sen limestone cave is immersed in the sea.Accessible only at low tideThe cave is located on the south side of the beach. From Horaisen Beach, take a canoe to near the entrance, then get out of the canoe and swim into the caves.
On the way to the entrance, you will be able to observe fish and nudibranchs that were left behind when the tide went out.
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Access: 25 minutes by car from Miyako Airport
Canoe access to the caves (You can also enjoy sea kayaking at the same time!☆)
This is the best way to enjoy the Borasen Cave!
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The most common way to enjoy the Borasen limestone caves is to take a tour. Since it is located in the ocean, visitors can swim in the caves, climb up the stalactites, and admire the various shapes of stalactites.
Extremely,Dive from the pumpkin stalactite!It is said that "wishes come true," and the refreshing feeling after diving into the water is very pleasant. The abundance of athletic elements will keep you entertained.
The tour lasted about two hours, but there was a lot to see and do, paddling kayaks and exploring the Pumpkin Caves.
The Pumpkin Cave was much more powerful and mysterious than the pictures show!
The cave is darker than one might imagine and there are narrow areas to walk through that are slippery, but the reliable guide gently led the way, so the little boy I went with, who was in his early elementary school years, was able to participate without any problems.
The guide also took a lot of tour photos with a waterproof camera. I recommend this tour because it is a unique experience on Miyako Island!
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What is Nakahara Cave on Miyako Island?
Nakahara Cave is located in the southern part of Miyako Island.Stalactite caves formed by uplifted coral reefsIt is.
The mysterious limestone caves were created by Ryukyu limestone over many years,15 meters down to the basement.It is located at
Inside the cave, there are huge icicles, stone pillars, and stalagmites that are worth seeing!
How to get to Nakahara Cave on Miyako Island
To visit Nakahara Cave by car, take Prefectural Road 235 from Shikama Ichi, Miyakojima, and go straight for a while toward Cape Higashiheannana.
After passing the Muygarh Cliffs, you will see a small information board, and then follow the guide to access the rest of the site.
The sign is small, so visit carefully so as not to miss it.
Nakahara Cave is actually located on a private property, so you will be guided to it by the owner. Admission is 600 yen and reservations are required, so check in advance before visiting.
You can enjoy the natural limestone caves, which are not maintained as they need to be.
Travel time: 30 minutes by car from Miyako Airport (marked by a sign) / Access to the limestone caves on foot with the owner
Parking: Available
Restaurant: None
Toilet: None
How to enjoy Nakahara Cave
Dangerous areas have handrails and lights so that even small children can walk through. There are many icicles and stalactites, and when light shines through, it becomes a mysterious space.
The road to the cave is paved, so it is safe to go there. At the entrance,Space for cafes and music eventsare available.
Although it is a limestone cave, there is a green space where plants grow wild, making it a perfect place to interact with nature.
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Difference between Horaisen Cave and Nakahara Cave
Nakahara Cave islandThe Borasen Cave is a limestone cave located in thein the seaThe Nakahara Cave is located in The characteristic stalactites of Nakahara Cave include a huge Icicle stone, a Shisa stalagmite, and a Virgin Mary figure, while the pumpkin stalactite is the symbolic stalactite of Horaisen Cave.
Each is full of attractions, so you can visit them according to your preference, or you may want to visit two different places to see the differences in the stalactites in each!
summary
We introduced the Nakahara Cave and the Hora Izumi Cave on Miyako Island.
The Nakahara Cave was a limestone cave on private property, and the Hora-sen Cave on the sea was a power spot with pumpkin-shaped stalactites. I think both caves are full of interesting elements, so please visit them!
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