Let's tour around Tokashiki Island in comfort! A thorough explanation of the means of transportation on the island!

It can be enjoyed as a day trip from the main island of Okinawa!
What is Tokashiki Island?

There are several remote islands in Okinawa Prefecture! Among themBoasting beautiful sea and natureThe Kerama Islands are very popular!

Tokashiki Island is the largest of the Kerama Islands.Easy to get to from mainland Okinawa.As a place, the island is also popular among tourists.

By car, a round-the-island tour of Tokashiki Island takes 3 to 4 hours even if you take your time. Even if you look around more, half a day is enough time to get around the island!

In this post, I’ll give you a detailed breakdown of how to get around on Tokashiki Island!

Held on Tokashiki Island! Check out these popular tours below↓

Kerama/Tokashiki Island/2 hours] Experience the Kerama blue that the world is in love with♪ Boat snorkeling tour with free shuttle service☆Recommended for family trips☆(No.334)開始時間Negotiable所要時間Approx. 2 hours6,050 yen

3 Point Kerama Islands Snorkeling 《Comes with free photo data & lunch》（No.301)開始時間7:40am - 2:00pm所要時間Approx. 7 hours12,000 yen

Sea kayak & explore uninhabited (Hanari Island)☆Casual 2-hour course 《Day trip OK & free pickup & drop-off》 Cancellation fee waived until 2 days before the tour (No.346)開始時間12:00-14:00所要時間Approx. 2 hours6,700 yen

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Annual weather guide for Tokashiki Island! Introducing the best season to travel based on seasonal temperature, humidity and sea water temperature.Learn About the Weather and Climate of Tokashiki Island! We’ll Also Explain the Best Time to Visit. Located in the Kerama Islands of Okinawa Prefecture, Tokashiki Island is a popular tourist destination known for its beautiful beaches and crystal-clear waters♬ Tokashiki Island has a subtropical climate, making it warm and comfortable year-round […]

How to get to Tokashiki Island (Ferry Information)

To get to Tokashiki Island, the ferry departs from Tomari Pier Passenger Terminal Building (commonly known as Tomarin) in Tomari, Naha City, Okinawa Prefecture.Use regular ferries or high-speed boats.

Ferry Tokashiki" is available for ferries, and "Marine Liner Tokashiki" is available for high-speed boats.

The time required and price, along with the purpose of the trip and the itinerary, should be taken into consideration when deciding whether to take a ferry or a high-speed boat!

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A Guide to Taking Ferries and High-Speed Boats to Tokashiki Island! How to Get There from Okinawa Main Island (Naha), Fares & Schedules, and Transportation Options on the IslandLet’s go to Tokashiki Island! A remote island just 35 minutes from Naha. Tokashiki Island, part of the Kerama Islands—which boast some of the clearest waters in Okinawa—is easily accessible by ferry or high-speed boat from Tomari Port in Naha! Check the details in advance—from how to make a reservation to important information about the boarding area—to ensure a smooth trip to the island […]

Getting Around on Tokashiki Island

On Tokashiki Island, the largest of the Kerama IslandsWalking is not recommended.

Basically, the most common means of transportation is by car, bus or motorcycle!

Here is an introduction to each of these means of transportation.

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Let's tour around Tokashiki Island in comfort! A thorough explanation of the means of transportation on the island!Enjoy a Day Trip from Main Okinawa Island! What Is Tokashiki Island? Okinawa Prefecture is home to several outlying islands! Among them, the Kerama Islands—renowned for their beautiful ocean and natural scenery—are extremely popular! Tokashiki Island, said to be the largest of the Kerama Islands, is easily accessible from the main island of Okinawa […]

scheduled bus

The only bus service on Tokashiki Island is the "Tokashiki Kanko Bus," which runs three to four times a day according to the arrival and departure times of ferries and high-speed boats.

There is one bus route that goes to the ferry terminal, the town hall, and Abalen Beach, and it takes about 15 minutes from the terminal to Abalen Beach.

However, it is also a popular spotSince there are no routes with a destination of Toukashi BeachCaution will be required.

Also, the local bus is inexpensive at 400 yen per adult one-way (200 yen for children),Highly recommended for those who want to reduce transportation costs on the island.

Rates as of the time this article was updated.

Held on Tokashiki Island! Check out these popular tours below↓

Experience Diving Tour Enjoy the world's top class transparency♪ Day trip OK (No.335)開始時間Negotiable所要時間Approx. 2 hours14,300 yen

Kerama/Tokashiki Island/1 Day] Fun Diving 2dive tour based on request Satisfying for beginners and experienced divers! Close to the dive site (No.336)開始時間9:00-17:30所要時間: approx. 8.5 hours (1 dive: approx. 2 hours)13,750 yen

Sea kayak, explore uninhabited Hanari Island, and snorkel! Sea kayak, exploring uninhabited island (Hanari Island) & snorkeling☆4 years old and up OK 《Free pick up and drop off》（No.347）.開始時間1:00-4:00 p.m.所要時間Approx. 3-4 hours7,800 yen

cab

For those who wish to take a cab ride on Tokashiki Island, we recommend the sightseeing cab!

Sightseeing cabs are guided island sightseeing cabs that allow visitors to travel around the island with a local driver who will show them the way and explain about tourist attractions.

This is perfect for anyone who wants to learn more about Tokashiki Island!

rent-a-car

Car rentals are also available within Tokashiki Island.

There are tourist attractions scattered all over Tokashiki Island, so having a rental car makes your trip much more comfortable and convenient!

Many tourists use rental cars.

The main car rental companies on the island areAll are popular, so on-season reservations are a must.It is!

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Thorough Explanation of the Car Rental Situation on Tokashiki Island｜Is a rental car necessary on Tokashiki Island? How to get around the island and how to enjoy the island without a rental carDo You Need a Rental Car on Tokashiki Island? Essential Information on Getting Around the Island You Should Know in Advance Tokashiki Island is a beautiful island located about 30 km from the main island of Okinawa. With a circumference of about 25 km, it is one of the larger islands in the Kerama Islands. Tourist attractions are scattered throughout the island […]

rent-a-cycle

If you want to experience the local wind and are physically confident, there are bicycle rentals available.

If you are renting a bicycleExplore the island at your own leisurely paceThe following is a list of the most common types of products that can be used in the market!

It is also a wonderful experience to feel close to the nature and culture of Tokashiki Island,Bicycle RentalGuided Sightseeing Toursis also popular.electrically power assisted bicycleto make it easier to travel uphill, and is recommended for people and families who are not confident in their physical strength.

The tour also includes a tea break at a scenic spot, so you can relax and enjoy all the island has to offer!

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Attraction of a bicycle trip to Tokashiki Island! Information on bicycle rental and model routes to enjoy sightseeingThe Charms of Exploring Tokashiki Island by Bicycle! Enjoy Sightseeing and Cycling! Tokashiki Island, part of the Kerama Islands accessible by high-speed ferry from Okinawa Main Island, is a remote island known for its beautiful ocean and unspoiled nature! While it’s famous for its crystal-clear waters, cycling tours are actually quite popular too♬ Cycling […]

Kickboard Rental

Kickboards are a comfortable and efficient means of transportation on Tokashiki Island, allowing visitors to efficiently explore the island's main attractions.

Traveling while feeling the wind will be an experience that brings you closer to the nature of the island.

It is also compact and easy to carry,Smoothly navigates narrow streets and hillsIt is. With a full range of rental services, it offers a new way to enjoy sightseeing.

walking

When traveling within Tokashiki IslandWalking is not recommended!

This is because Tokashiki Island is surrounded by mountains and is generally hilly.

Many of the island's villages themselves are small, so sightseeing on foot is possible within a village!

If you'd like to get a feel for the locals' way of life, taking a leisurely walk through the village might just make for some great memories!

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Kerama Islands/Aka Island] Solo travelers are welcome! You can also enjoy the history and culture of Aka Island's villages☆Leisurely walking tour around the island (No.310)開始時間8:00-10:00 / 11:00-13:00 / 14:00-16:00所要時間Approx. 2 hours3,500 yen

Sea kayak & explore uninhabited (Hanari Island)☆Casual 2-hour course 《Day trip OK & free pickup & drop-off》 Cancellation fee waived until 2 days before the tour (No.346)開始時間12:00-14:00所要時間Approx. 2 hours6,700 yen

Bookings Currently Closed: [Kerama Islands / Tokashiki Island] High Chance of Seeing Sea Turtles! Snorkeling & (Hanari Island) Exploration ☆ Exciting 1-Day Tour 《Free Transportation Included》 (No. 349)開始時間10:30-16:00所要時間Approximately 5.5 hours13,400 yen

It is easy to participate because you can return that day!
Recommended one-day tours from Naha

Here are some one-day tours departing from the main island of Okinawa! Some plans include lunch, so you can easily join the tour without worrying about transportation within the island.

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3 Point Kerama Islands Snorkeling 《Comes with free photo data & lunch》（No.301)開始時間7:40am - 2:00pm所要時間Approx. 7 hours12,000 yen

The tour is available on a chartered boat! Sea Turtle Encounter Rate: Over 90%☆Tokashiki Island "Awaren Beach" Swimming & Sea Turtle Snorkeling Tour (No.379)開始時間: 8:40 a.m.–5:10 p.m. / 11:00 a.m.–7:00 p.m.所要時間Approx. 8 hours14,400 yen

【Departure from Naha/Kerama/1 day】Trial Diving 2dive & Snorkeling Tour 《Photo free & Lunch included》 1000 yen off for the season!開始時間7:40-15:00所要時間Approx. 7 hours19,000 yen →directional marker or indicator18,500suffix for names of swords, armour, musical instruments, etc.

View Tokashiki Island Day Trip Tour

Experienced at three points recommended by the guide!
Full-day snorkeling tour

This is a full-day snorkeling tour to enjoy the sea of Kerama!

Snorkeling in the clear waters of Kerama offers the opportunity to see many colorful fish.

If you are lucky, you may see sea turtles..!

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Kerama/Tokashiki Island/2 hours] Experience the Kerama blue that the world is in love with♪ Boat snorkeling tour with free shuttle service☆Recommended for family trips☆(No.334)開始時間Negotiable所要時間Approx. 2 hours6,050 yen

The tour is available on a chartered boat! Sea Turtle Encounter Rate: Over 90%☆Tokashiki Island "Awaren Beach" Swimming & Sea Turtle Snorkeling Tour (No.379)開始時間: 8:40 a.m.–5:10 p.m. / 11:00 a.m.–7:00 p.m.所要時間Approx. 8 hours14,400 yen

1 Day Diving & Snorkeling Tour for Sea Turtle Observation with Guaranteed Underwater Photo & Movie Free / Naha City Pick-up & Drop-off OK for 1 person!開始時間7:30-15:30所要時間Approx. 8 hours16,800 yen

Snorkeling Tours on Tokashiki Island
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Two major beaches in the Kerama Islands can be enjoyed!
Sea Bathing & Sea Turtle Snorkeling Tour

You can enjoy "Abaren Beach," a tropical fish paradise, and "Tokashiki Beach," where sea turtles live, in one day.

The chances of seeing a sea turtle are 90% or higher! And the fact that a delicious lunch is included is another great perk!

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Kerama/Tokashiki Island/2 hours] Experience the Kerama blue that the world is in love with♪ Boat snorkeling tour with free shuttle service☆Recommended for family trips☆(No.334)開始時間Negotiable所要時間Approx. 2 hours6,050 yen

1 Day Diving & Snorkeling Tour for Sea Turtle Observation with Guaranteed Underwater Photo & Movie Free / Naha City Pick-up & Drop-off OK for 1 person!開始時間7:30-15:30所要時間Approx. 8 hours16,800 yen

【Departure from Naha/Kerama/1 day】Trial Diving 2dive & Snorkeling Tour 《Photo free & Lunch included》 1000 yen off for the season!開始時間7:40-15:00所要時間Approx. 7 hours19,000 yen →directional marker or indicator18,500suffix for names of swords, armour, musical instruments, etc.

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Enjoy the Kerama Islands to the fullest!
Experience Diving & Snorkeling Tour

This is a full-day tour where you can enjoy a trial dive followed by snorkeling!

The guide will take you to the best spots based on the day's sea conditions and weather!

Even beginners can feel free to join the tour, as the guides will carefully support them.

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1 Day Diving & Snorkeling Tour for Sea Turtle Observation with Guaranteed Underwater Photo & Movie Free / Naha City Pick-up & Drop-off OK for 1 person!開始時間7:30-15:30所要時間Approx. 8 hours16,800 yen

【Departure from Naha/Kerama/1 day】Trial Diving 2dive & Snorkeling Tour 《Photo free & Lunch included》 1000 yen off for the season!開始時間7:40-15:00所要時間Approx. 7 hours19,000 yen →directional marker or indicator18,500suffix for names of swords, armour, musical instruments, etc.

Experience Diving Tour Enjoy the world's top class transparency♪ Day trip OK (No.335)開始時間Negotiable所要時間Approx. 2 hours14,300 yen

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A winter-only experience to be enjoyed on Tokashiki Island!
Whale-watching tours are a powerful experience.

Whale watching on Tokashiki Island is,A special winter-only experienceIt is.Up close and personal with the powerful sight of humpback whalesThe tour is also ideal for families who wish to combine the tour with a walk along Abalen Beach.

You can take a day trip from Naha, and since it’s fun for everyone from infants to seniors, it’s sure to make your winter trip to Okinawa even more special!

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Bookings Currently Closed: [Departing from Naha / Kerama Islands / Tokashiki Island] Limited to February 1–March 31, 2026 ☆ Please note: This tour is fully booked! Awa-ren Beach Stroll & Whale Watching Tour 《Open to children ages 0 and up! Recommended for families》 Winter-exclusive value package♪ (No. 364)開始時間9:15-15:00所要時間Approximately 5.5 hours7,980 yen

Bookings Currently Closed: [Departing from Naha / Tokashiki Island / 1 Day] Open to children ages 0 and up! Explore the ocean floor on a glass-bottom boat★ Tokashiki Island Shore Excursion & Whale Watching Tour 《Includes a Delicious Lunch》 (No. 350)開始時間9:15-15:00所要時間Approximately 5.5 hours9,980 yen

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Registration Closed: [Departing from Naha / Morning Tour] High Chances of Seeing Whales! A Thrilling Okinawa Whale-Watching Tour☆ (No. 362)開始時間8:30-12:00所要時間Approximately 3.5 hours5,500 yen

Registration Closed: [Departing from Naha / Afternoon Tour] High Chances of Seeing Whales! A Thrilling Okinawa Whale Watching Tour☆ (No. 363)開始時間1:15 p.m. - 4:45 p.m.所要時間Approximately 3.5 hours5,000 yen

Registration Closed: [Departing from Chatan / Afternoon Tour] High Chance of Spotting Whales! Thrilling Okinawa Whale Watching Tour☆ Open to Everyone from Infants to Seniors 《No Need to Bring Anything · Full Refund Available》 (No. 368)開始時間1:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.所要時間Approximately 3.5 hours5,500 yen

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) on Getting Around Tokashiki Island

summary

In this issue, we introduced Tokashiki Island, the largest island in the Kerama Archipelago, and how to get there from mainland Okinawa, as well as how to get around the island.

Even if you are planning to travel only to mainland Okinawa such as Naha City, why not add a half-day to one-day trip to remote islands such as Tokashiki Island?

You will definitely experience a different culture from that of the main island of Okinawa!

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