Access & Surrounding tourist spots

Higashi-Hennazaki, located at the easternmost point of Miyakojima, is designated as one of Japan’s 100 best ‘historic sites, places of scenic beauty and natural monuments’. It is a beautiful cape made of uplifted coral limestone that juts out into the emerald green sea for 2 kilometers. You can enjoy a superb panoramic ocean view of Miyakojima with an unobstructed view of almost 360 degrees. In addition, it is covered year round with the prefecture’s natural floral monument, “Ten-no-ume”, native plants translated as ‘sky plums’. It is also a highlight in early spring to see Easter Lillies in full bloom.

Aragusuku Beach has shallow coral reef pools that are called ‘Ino’ by locals. This is a popular spot for snorkelling where you can see clown fish and other tropical fish. Since the water depth is shallow, even children and beginners can enjoy snorkeling without worry.