About coral in Miyako Island! Recommended coral spots and tours!

Hello everyone! Miyakojima Island has a beautiful sea. It is also famous for having the largest table coral in Japan. There are also beaches where more than several hundred species of corals grow in colonies. Let us introduce you to the corals of Miyako Island.

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10 Coral Spots on Miyako Island

Coral Spots on Miyako Island (1) Yoshino Beach

Yoshino Beach is a snorkeling point on the eastern side of Miyako Island. It is characterized by coral reefs that extend right up to the edge of the surf, and the spreading coral reefs can be seen even from a distance.

The coral is abundant, but the variety of tropical fish inhabiting the reef is the best in all of Okinawa. This is a rare spot where visitors can observe colorful tropical fish playing in the coral reefs.

The shallow, calm sea is best for snorkeling at high tide, as the corals dry up at low tide! The depth of the water over the coral reef is about 1 m, so even beginners can swim easily and safely. When snorkeling, be careful not to step on the coral to prevent injury and protect the coral.

Yoshino Beach is a tourist attraction on Miyako Island.   Scenery of Yoshino Beach About Yoshino Beach Yoshino Beach is the most easterly beach on Miyako Island and is the number one snorkeling spot on Miyako Island. The ocean beneath the high cliffs is crystal clear, and the colorful coral reefs and fish [...].

Coral Spots on Miyako Island (2) Aragusuku Beach

Aragusuku Beach is a popular snorkeling spot next to Yoshino Beach! The overall depth of the water is shallow, making it safe for children to enjoy. There are buoys floating at the point where clownfish, made famous by the movie "Nemo," are found, and at low tide, you can spot them just by walking along the beach!

If you are lucky, you may see a school of hundreds of stripers or a green sea turtle. During the season, a Maring's rental store is available, so you can participate without any supplies, making it a great place for your first snorkeling experience.

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 [...].

Coral Spots on Miyako Island (3) Imugya Marine Garden

Imugya Marine Garden is a beach park located on the south side of Miyako Island. Imugya" means "enclosed spring" in Uchinaaguchi (Okinawan dialect). The cove and coastline have been preserved, and visitors can stroll along the park's promenade and view the ocean from the observation deck. The waves inside the bridge over the park are calm, and it is like a natural swimming pool! This is an ideal snorkeling spot for small children and beginners.

Imgae Marine Garden is also famous for its large number of clownfish, so much so that it is called a "clownfish complex. The habitat is located under the bridge, so be sure to observe them when you visit!

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 [...].

Miyako Island Coral Spot (4) Shigira Beach

Shigira Beach is an artificial beach located in the Shigira Resort in the southwest of Miyakojima. It is open to visitors other than hotel guests and is home to an ecosystem so rich that it is hard to believe that it is an artificial beach. In the shallow waters, colorful coral reefs and brightly colored tropical fish such as Luris sparrows can be seen in the shallows. If you are lucky, you may even see sea turtles!

The walking paths are concrete and easy to walk on, and there are several stairways to enter the ocean, making it easy to get to the snorkeling point. After snorkeling, we recommend relaxing at one of the stylish beach houses! You can enjoy the tropical resort atmosphere!

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 [...].

Coral Spots on Miyako Island (5) Funakusu Beach

Ikema Island is connected to Miyako Island by the Ikema Ohashi Bridge, and can be reached by bus from Miyako Airport in about 40 minutes. The snorkeling point on Ikema Island is "Funakusu Beach," where a magnificent colony of eda coral grows in the shallows!

You can see colorful tropical fish such as cracaos, lurid sparrows, and butterfly fish that live in the coral reefs. Because this is a natural beach, there are no lifeguards on duty. Please be careful when snorkeling, and enjoy yourself with good manners!

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)?

Coral Spots on Miyako Island (6) Yaebiji

For those who want to enjoy serious snorkeling, Yaebiji is the place to go! Located about 30 minutes by boat from Ikema Island, Yaebise is called the "Phantom Continent" because it is usually hidden under the sea.

The coral reefs, which can be seen only during low tide from spring to summer, stretch approximately 6.5 km from east to west and 17 km from north to south, and are said to be one of the largest in Japan. Because various types of coral reefs grow in clusters, there is a wide variety of creatures that can be encountered. There are several snorkeling points, so be sure to observe the creatures that inhabit each one.

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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 [...].

Coral Spots on Miyako Island (7) Nakanoshima Beach

Shimoji Island" is adjacent to "Irabu Island" across the channel. It takes about 30 minutes by car to get there from Miyako Airport via the "Irabu Ohashi Bridge. The recommended snorkeling point on Shimoji Island is "Nakanoshima Beach" on the west side of the island.

It is nicknamed "Kayaffa" by the locals. Near the beach is a series of shallows about 1 meter deep, where you can see coral reefs and a variety of fish. However, there are no rental stores nearby, so be sure to prepare the necessary equipment before you go to the island!

Nakanoshima Beach of Shimojishima Island's tourist attractions (Kayaffa)   Nakanoshima Beach is located near Shimojijima Airport and is as famous as "Yoshino Beach" in Miyakojima. It is a shallow natural beach that can be enjoyed all year round, and because it is a bay, the waves are calm and many divers [...]...

Miyako Island Coral Spot #8: Beach under Octopus Park

Octopus Park is a park on Kurima Island with an octopus monument as its symbol. It can be accessed by crossing the Kurema Ohashi Bridge from Miyako Island and passing the beach on the left.

The beach near Taco Park is also called Taco Park Lower Beach or Inmugama, and is known as a snorkeling spot because it is a natural beach with many tropical fish and abundant coral reefs. However, it is recommended to take a rest at Octopus Park after playing on the beach because of the rocky sea and lack of shade.

Octopus Park is a tourist attraction on Kushima Island.   Source: 4travel What is Octopus Park? The beach can be reached after about a 10-minute walk along a jungle path surrounded by subtropical plants. Climb up the path on the left side of the beach and [...]...

Miyako Island Coral Spot (9) Nagama Beach

A small beach on the west side of Kurema Island, southwest of Miyako Island. It is accessible by car across the Kushima Ohashi Bridge. Entering from the fine white sand beach, you will be greeted by a large number of clownfish. On the right side of the beach, there are several clownfish mansions in the channel that remains when the tide recedes. You will be impressed when you find them!

Nagama Beach is a tourist attraction on Kushima Island. The scenery of Nagamahama Beach The sea of Nagamahama White sand The parking lot near the beach The entrance to the beach The Nagamahama Beach The white fine sand on the west side of Kushima (the open sea side) [...].

Miyako Island Coral Spot 10: Yasura Fishing Port Beach

This is a natural beach that stretches along the side of the fishing harbor in the south of the island. Rugged corals of various sizes extend from the surf edge to the sea, and many fish, crabs, and other creatures can be observed around the corals. The fishing port can be reached by walking down the slope before the lighthouse at Higashi Heiannazaki.

Yasura Fishing Port Beach, a tourist attraction on Miyako Island. Scenery of Bora Fishing Port Beach (Bora Gyokou no Hama) You can see it when you go down to the fishing port. It is located right next to Higashi Heiannazaki [...].

Five recommended tours to see coral in Miyako Island

Coral Tour in Miyako Island①Let's play with colorful corals & tropical fish! Easy Beach Snorkeling Tour

Why don't you swim with colorful corals and tropical fishes in Miyako Island? Miyakojima Island is highly regarded as a snorkeling spot compared to other islands in Okinawa. This beach snorkeling tour is held at "Nakanoshima Beach," a popular snorkeling spot on Miyako Island. Enjoy snorkeling in the crystal clear water.

Snorkeling is a great way for beginners to enjoy the underwater world while floating on the surface of the sea, so even small children and those who are not good swimmers can enjoy snorkeling! Nakanoshima Beach is a great place to see many tropical fish and corals even in the shallows! It is like a natural aquarium! You can also see famous tropical fishes such as the "bear flea" and the "bluefin reef shark" up close.

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Miyako Island Coral Tour (2) Yaebise (Yabiji) Half-Day Boat Snorkeling Tour

Half-day snorkeling at Yaebise, one of the largest coral reef areas in Japan! This snorkeling spot has the best coral reefs in the Miyako Island area, colorful tropical fish, transparency, and dynamic topography woven by nature, making it an outstanding sight to behold.

This is an easy half-day course that even first-time snorkelers can enjoy. In this area, you can frequently see colorful tropical fish as well as sea turtles. Some of the tropical fish are larger than you might imagine!

The open waters of the Yaebise are crystal clear, just like a natural aquarium. Even in not so deep water, you can clearly see coral reefs and the aquatic life that lives around them. Therefore, even just floating on the surface of the sea, you can fully enjoy the splendor and exhilaration of Miyako Island's nature.

If you visit Miyako Island, enjoy snorkeling in the Yaebise Sea at least once! It can be enjoyed in half a day, so you can also go sightseeing in Ikema Island after the tour.

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Miyako Island Coral Tour (3) Glass Boat Tour! Great Irabu Reef" & "Blue Cave" Snorkeling Tour

First, enjoy cruising around the Ao no grotto while viewing the crystal clear sea on the special glass boat "Tenryu," which is one of only five in the world! As the name suggests, the area around the Blue Cave is a deep, clear blue. The light coming in and the shadows of fish create a mysterious atmosphere.

After enjoying snorkeling in and around the caves, we will board the glass boat again to the next point! The clear waters are filled with golden coral forests and tropical fish, including clownfish, that live in the coral forests.

Lastly, there is a high probability of seeing sea turtles feasting on algae in the giant rose coral blooming on the ocean floor at a depth of 10 meters! (* 100% is not necessarily visible.) Enjoy the beautiful "Ila Blue" sea by glass boat and snorkeling.

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Miyakojima Coral Tour 4 [March-October] Blue Cave & Bijas! Boat Snorkel & Experience Diving Course - PM Course

This course includes experience diving in "Blue Cave", a popular spot in Miyako Island, and snorkeling in "Bijas" with its colorful corals and beautiful topography! Enjoy experience diving and snorkeling at "Blue Cave" where you can taste fantastic blue color and "Bijas" where corals are beautiful!

First, we will go to the "Blue Cave" located about 10 minutes from the meeting place "Sun Marine Terminal"! Since Irabu Island is made of limestone, the clarity of the surrounding sea is outstanding! The intricate topography created by nature is also a highlight.

At the Blue Cave, the boat will stop in front of the cave for snorkeling into the cave, where a commemorative photo will be taken, followed by an experience dive. If you are lucky, you will be greeted by a school of snappers and snappers as you enter the cave. The number and beauty of the schools that lead you into the cave will move you like a scene from a movie. Looking out to sea from inside the cave, you can enjoy the fantastic blue undersea scenery through the cave's crevices, just as the name implies.

After snorkeling, the experience diving is what you have been waiting for! Even if you are a first time diver, you will have a one-on-one diving experience with a dedicated guide. The experience diving in the Blue Cave is different from the scenery seen from the surface of the sea during snorkeling, and the dynamic topography is also a part of the fun. There are also fish that live only inside the cave, making it a great place to see.

After the Blue Cave, take a 5-minute boat ride to Bijas, where you can enjoy your second snorkeling trip to the beautiful coral gardens of Bijas. The second snorkeling dive is at Bijas with its beautiful coral reefs. The charm of Bijas is that it has an intricate in-reef and a 10-meter-deep out-reef, so you can enjoy completely different underwater landscapes at the same time.

Miyako Island Coral Tour ⑤[March-October] Nakanoshima Island + Blue Cave + Bijas 1-day 3 snorkel course

This is a snorkeling course that allows you to enjoy one beach snorkeling and two boat snorkeling in just one day! Recommended for those who want to fully enjoy snorkeling at "Nakanoshima Beach" called a natural aquarium, "Blue Cave" reflecting mysterious colors, and "Bijas" with colorful corals all at once!

First, we will go to "Nakanoshima Beach," one of the best beaches in the world with colorful corals and lots of tropical fish! This is a point where you can see many tropical fish even in knee-deep water. You can see hundreds of colorful corals and four kinds of bear fleas in just a few minutes.

Also, Nakanoshima Beach is so pristine that tropical fish do not escape when you get close. After snorkeling at Nakanoshima Beach, it is time for lunch on your own (lunch cost is not included in the price).

After that, we will gather again and head to the Blue Cave by snorkeling boat. The sea around the Blue Cave on Miyako Island is so clear that you can see corals on the bottom of the sea even when the snorkeling boat is moving!

After arriving at the Blue Cave, snorkel inside the cave! You may be greeted by a school of lanternfishes. Go deep into the cave and take a commemorative photo.

Finally, snorkeling in the dynamic terrain of Bijas. You can feel as if you are diving even though you are snorkeling. With this plan, you can enjoy snorkeling at three popular snorkeling sites on Miyako Island in just one day.

summary

Corals on Miyako Island wear small algae called zooxanthellae on their bodies to supply carbon dioxide and nutrients to the algae. When the water temperature exceeds 27 degrees Celsius, corals die due to bleaching. Coral decrease is caused by the lack of typhoons and global warming.

Another natural enemy is the crown-of-thorns starfish. Starfish live by eating coral, so the more starfish there are, the less coral there will be. Pollution also kills coral. Please enjoy snorkeling without throwing garbage or stepping on coral!

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