Family Travel to Miyako Island with Children! Introducing precautions, recommended activities, and sightseeing spots!

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Thorough explanation of travel to Miyako Island with children

Miyako Island has many spots and activities that both children and adults can enjoy together.

If you are considering a family trip for a major holiday or other reason, we hope you will find this article useful.

In this issue, we will introduce some of the best spots and activities that families with children can enjoy!

Why is Miyako Island recommended for travel with children?

Miyako Island can be reached in about 3 hours by direct flight from Haneda Airport and about 2 hours from Kansai Airport.

Short flight timeThis is especially nice for those with small children because of the

In addition, Miyako Island hasMany shallow waters.The "sea debut" is perfect for small children!

It is attractive to be able to enjoy swimming with your family in a safe and comfortable environment♪

I want to know before I travel!
What are the precautions for traveling with children on Miyako Island?

Here are some things you should know before traveling to Miyako to enjoy your trip with children.

(1) Take precautions against sunburn and heat stroke.

Miyako Island has a mild climate all year round, especially during the summer season.Maximum temperature is 30 degrees Celsius.The UV rays are also much stronger than on the mainland! The ultraviolet rays are also much stronger than on the mainland.

Use sunscreen when playing outside, and be sure to have a rash guard and hat ready.

(2) There are hotels and restaurants that do not allow children.

Some hotels and restaurants on Miyako Island have age restrictions, so advance confirmation is required.

Some have kids' rooms, Japanese-style rooms, and other facilities for children, so please choose the place that suits you best.â

(iii) Age limit for tours must also be checked!

Most activity tours held on Miyako Island have an age limit for safety control.

Some tours are available for small children, so please experience them together and create wonderful memories as a family!

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Activities for Traveling with Children

Here are some recommended activities to experience with your children!

snorkeling

The beauty of the sea on Miyako Island is said to be among the most beautiful in the world, so much so that it is called "Miyako blue.

Once life jackets and wetsuits are worn, even poor swimmers and children can participate safely because their buoyancy is ensured.â

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Special Winter SALE【Miyako Island / 1 day】High probability of encountering sea turtles! Sea Turtle Snorkel & Pumpkin Cave & Kayak Tour ★Photo Shooting & Transportation Included (No.807)開始時間Varies depending on the day.所要時間Approx. 5 hours17,700 yen →15,000yen

Special Winter SALE [Miyako Island/2 hours] Same-day reservations OK! Amazing encounter rate♪ Sea turtle snorkeling tour Beginners welcome☆ (No.934)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 hours7,900 yen →6,900yen

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Miyako Island Snorkeling Tour Experience the beautiful sea of Miyako Island with your body! Swim with sea turtles, coral, and tropical fish in the crystal clear ocean! Anyone can join the tour without any equipment! (49 total) アクティビティの詳細を見る

SUP

This is a marine activity that is rapidly gaining in popularity, in which participants ride on a board that is thicker and more stable than a standard surfboard, and paddle forward!

You and your children can experience the boat ride together, so the whole family can enjoy a walk on the water.

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Winter Special SALE 【Half Day / Same Day Reservation OK】SUP Debut in the Churaumi Sea of Miyako Island! Enjoy the clear ocean as if you were walking on the beach with a great view.開始時間6:00-7:30 / 8:30-10:00
10:30-12:00 / 13:30-15:00
15:30-17:00 / 17:30-19:00所要時間Approx. 2 hours8,900 yen →7,900yen

Miyakojima, Okinawa] Participation is possible for children as young as 3 years old! New sensation activity: Walking on the water by SUP pedal boat (No.923)開始時間Every hour from 9:00 to 17:00所要時間Approx. 1 hour9,000 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

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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. (33 total) アクティビティの詳細を見る

Kayak (Canoe)

Kayaking and canoeing are standard activities in the area where the waves are calm, so beginners and children can easily experience them!

Of course, in the crystal clear waters of Miyakojima, you can see underwater from the kayak and observe colorful tropical fish and coral reefs.

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Special Winter SALE 【Half-day / same-day reservation OK】World-class transparency! Spectacular Sea Kayak Tour in the Churaumi Sea of Miyako Island 《Free photo & pickup & drop-off consultation available》recommended for families and groups with children (No.933)開始時間6:00-7:30 / 8:30-10:00
10:30-12:00 / 13:30-15:00
15:30-17:00 / 17:30-19:00所要時間Approx. 2 hours8,900 yen →7,900yen

Winter Special SALE 【Miyako Island, same day reservation OK】Beginners are welcome! Sunset Canoe Tour with free photo data and pick-up service (No.937)開始時間17:30-19:00所要時間Approx. 2 hours8,900 yen →7,900yen

Special Winter SALE 【Miyako Island / 1 Day】Standard set! SUP/Canoe & Tropical Snorkeling Tour on a spectacular beach ★Photo Shooting & Transportation Included (No.915)開始時間9:30-15:30所要時間Approx. 6 hours15,800 yen →13,500yen

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Miyako Island Kayak and Canoe Tour Enjoy cruising the emerald green waters of Miyako Island by sea kayak♪ Enjoy the overwhelming clarity of the ocean with a canoe that offers excellent stability! (27 total) アクティビティの詳細を見る

Night Tour

The Night Tour is a special tour that only those staying on Miyako Island can experience. Unlike in urban areas, the night on Miyako Island offers a view of a star-filled sky.

This is also a very popular activity for families, as you can also encounter other creatures unique to Miyako Island!

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Miyako Island/Night] Starry Sky & Tropical Jungle Night Tour♪Reservations OK on the day!開始時間7:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.所要時間Approximately 1 hr. 30 min.5,900 yen →4,900yen

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Miyako Island Stargazing & Night Tour Enjoy the starry sky of Miyako Island while listening to the anecdotes and stories of the constellations told by the guide in the clear air of Miyako Island! Starry sky photo tours are also available. (13 total) アクティビティの詳細を見る

marine sports

Marine sports are fun for both children and adults, and are a memorable activity for family vacations.

Enjoy exhilarating marine sports to the fullest on beautiful beaches!

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Miyakojima Island】Having fun at Yonaha Maehama Beach☆3 kinds of marine sports experience★Banana Boat & Big Marble & Bandwagon (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 hour11,000 yen

Miyakojima】Sea turtle snorkeling & 3 kinds of marine sports experience course Free photo (No.810)開始時間Determined by sea conditions and circumstances on the day of the event所要時間2 to 3 hours / 3 to 4 hours
*Varies depending on the number of people.17,500 yen

Miyakojima】Sea turtle snorkeling & 4 kinds of marine sports experience course＜Banana board, big marble, band wagon, jet ski＞Free photo（No.813)開始時間Negotiable所要時間Approx. 3 hours20,000 yen

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Miyakojima Marine & Water Sports Let's ride banana boats, jet skis, and wakeboards on the beautiful sea of Miyako Island. (9 in total) アクティビティの詳細を見る

Children can also enjoy it with you!
Five recommended sightseeing spots in Miyako Island

There are many sightseeing spots on Miyako Island, but this time we will introduce a selection of popular spots that can be enjoyed with children!

treasure house

The Kaihoikan exhibits about 6,000 types of shells that have been collected from all over the world. All are different in size and design, allowing visitors to learn about shells.

There is also a restaurant in the hotel where you can enjoy dishes made with fresh fish from around Miyako Island!

In addition, you can make your own original accessories and have fun in many other ways.

Miyakojima Kaihokan is a sightseeing spot on Miyako Island. Source: 4travel What is the Miyakojima Sea Treasure Museum? The Miyakojima Sea Treasure Museum, also known as the Shell Museum, is a collection of shells from all over Japan, located next to the Horakawa Beach. This facility is an exhibition of shells that were collected, exchanged, and purchased by the director himself as a professional diver who dived in the sea all over the country.

Ueno German Cultural Village

The park is complete with German-related furniture and costumes, and families can take pictures!

A view point overlooking the sea of Miyako Island has also been set up, so you can enjoy the spectacular view of the sea♪

Ueno German Cultural Village is a tourist attraction on Miyako Island. About Ueno German Cultural Village The German merchant ship "R.J. Robertson" set sail for Adelaide, Australia in 1873 with a cargo of tea and other trade goods from Fuzhou, but encountered a strong south wind as it passed through Taiwan [...].

Miyakojima Underwater Park

Miyakojima Underwater Park is a park where you can see what is going on underwater without having to dive into the sea, and even small children can easily observe the sea.

Parking is available, so there is no problem if you are heading there by rental car!

Miyakojima Underwater Park is a sightseeing spot on Miyako Island. Source: 4travel About Miyakojima Underwater Park Miyakojima Underwater Park is a hands-on tourist facility that fully utilizes the beautiful sea and marine resources of Miyakojima. The underwater park is built under the sea and has underwater observation facilities, where you can see the world of 4m depth with 24 acrylic panels. There is also an observation [...].

Miyakojima City Tropical Botanical Garden

The park is home to numerous tropical plants such as mangroves.

You can also participate in activities such as horseback riding and traditional crafts, which will surely be an unforgettable experience for your children!

Miyakojima City Tropical Botanical Garden is a tourist attraction on Miyako Island.   Scenery of Miyakojima Tropical Botanical Garden About Miyakojima Tropical Botanical Garden Miyakojima Tropical Botanical Garden, located 10 minutes by car from Miyako Airport, is a 120,000㎢ expanse with over 1,600 species of subtropical [...].

Yonaha Maehama Beach

Among the various beaches on Miyako Island, Yonaha Maehama Beach is considered to be particularly beautiful, with gentle waves, and even small children can play there safely!

Of course, showers and toilets are also provided for a comfortable stay.

In the evening, you can watch the sunset on the horizon, so be sure to enjoy the sunset with the whole family♪

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 [...].

If you are traveling with children, a rental car is a must!
Travel with ease and comfort!

If you are traveling to Miyako Island with children, a rental car is a must! You can get around Miyako Island comfortably without worrying about what others think.

Early reservations are recommended for car rentals during peak periods, such as major holidays, as they tend to fill up quickly!

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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 [...]. (16 total) アクティビティの詳細を見る

summary

In this issue, we have introduced many sightseeing spots and recommended activities that you can enjoy with your children.

Some activities have age restrictions, but all of them will create wonderful family memories, so please take a look at them!

Very popular for traveling with children!
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