Let's go to Kerama during Silver Week! About recommended activities and recommended tours

What are the Kerama Islands like?

The Kerama Islands are an archipelago of more than 30 islands of various sizes scattered in the East China Sea, about 40 km west of Naha City in the southern part of the Okinawa main island.

It takes about one hour from Naha, and some nearby islands can be reached by ferry in 20 minutes. Administratively, the islands are divided into two villages: Tokashiki Village, which centers on Tokashiki Island, and Zamami Village, which centers on Zamami Island.

Although the main island of Okinawa can be fully enjoyed, why not visit the Kerama Islands, which are easily accessible from the main island of Okinawa?

 

Silver Week Kerama

Silver Week is not too hot and the weather is pleasant.

 

Advantages of traveling during Silver Week

Although summer vacation and GW are often thought of as the best season to travel to Okinawa, in fact, there are many attractions in Okinawa during the Silver Week.

Let us introduce you to the advantages of traveling during the Silver Week.

 

Comfortable climate, best season

Silver Week is a long vacation connected with Respect-for-Senior-Citizens Day and Autumnal Equinox Day in late September.

While summer offers a taste of tropical weather, the Silver Week in Okinawa is still hot during the day, but the nights are cooler and more comfortable.

Airline tickets are also more affordable than during the summer vacation season, making it possible to enjoy travel at a reasonable price.

 

Ability to travel for long periods of time

Of course, you can easily travel to Okinawa on weekends alone, but you can take a longer break during the Silver Week and enjoy your trip that much more.

For working people, this is also a recommended season as they can connect paid vacations or flex vacations to Silver Week for a longer trip.

 

Various activities can be enjoyed

Another attraction is the opportunity to participate in a variety of activities that are rarely experienced in the city.

Why not take the plunge and participate in an activity you have always wanted to experience but never had the chance to try?

 

Attractions of Kerama

The waters of Kerama are so clear and beautiful that it is a popular sanctuary for scuba diving and snorkeling.

Many people from all over the world are attracted by the sea of Kerama every year.

Let us introduce you to the charms of Kerama.

 

Kerama blue that fascinates the world

The waters of the Kerama Islands are among the clearest in the world, and are so beautiful that they are known as "Kerama blue.

With more than 20 islands of various sizes, each island and beach has its own character and charm.

Enjoy the charm of Keramas blue, which has different expressions on different beaches!

 

A sanctuary for marine activities

The waters of Kerama, one of the clearest in the world, are so beautiful that it is called the Mecca of marine activities.

Because of the clear and blue waters, participating in activities such as diving is also recommended.

You will be able to observe fish and coral reefs beautifully and clearly underwater.

If you are lucky, you may see sea turtles.

Even beginners in marine activities will find the Keramas blue waters so appealing that they will want to try it!

 

Magnificent Nature

One of the attractions of Kerama is its expansive natural environment, including the ocean.

The Kerama Islands were also designated a national park on March 5, 2014 (a.k.a. Coral Day), and their magnificent nature is considered the pride of Japan.

You can enjoy not only the beautiful ocean but also the lush green mountains.

Feel the power of nature in Kerama, where time passes slowly!

 

Attraction of Kerama Blue

The Keramas Blue is known for attracting visitors, many of whom are repeat visitors who come back again and again.

The atmosphere of the island is different from that of Naha City, and the relaxed atmosphere of the remote island allows you to fully enjoy the beauty of Keramas blue in a peaceful atmosphere.

Relax on the beach and enjoy the clarity of the Keramas blue.

 

Recommended Activities

There are a number of activities that can be experienced in Kerama.

Here are some of the activities we recommend.

 

snorkeling

Snorkeling is a marine leisure activity in which participants put on a snorkel, a breathing pipe, and swim on the surface or in relatively shallow water to enjoy the beautiful scenery of the sea.

Like scuba diving, no qualifications are required and no special skills are needed, making it easy for even beginners to marine sports and those who are not good swimmers to experience it.

Families with children can all enjoy the event!

 

Recommendations

Snorkeling is recommended not only because it can be started with relatively simple equipment, but also because it does not require very advanced skills.

In addition, since snorkeling is done in a wetsuit, it can be experienced all year round.

 

diving

Diving is an activity that allows divers to stay underwater longer than bare diving, sometimes for an hour or more, using underwater breathing apparatus.

Although scuba diving has a short history, having only been around for more than 70 years, it is now a sport that is popular all over the world for enjoying the undersea world.

Although diving and snorkeling are similar, they are actually quite different.

There are differences in the walks, equipment, and age restrictions, which will be easier to understand if you actually experience them.

As a way of exploring, snorkeling basically does not involve diving into the sea, while diving involves completely submerging oneself in the sea.

Also, the equipment used for diving is more authentic.

The three pieces of equipment needed for snorkeling are a snorkel (breathing tube), mask (underwater glasses), and fins.

In addition to these three pieces of equipment, a total of 10 pieces of equipment are required for diving, including an "air tank," which is necessary for breathing in the sea, a "regulator," which is held in the mouth to breathe air from the air tank, and a "gauge," which indicates the amount of air.

There is no minimum or maximum age limit for snorkeling, while diving is generally limited to children 10 years old or older.

There is no upper limit, so you can try it at any age!

 

Recommendations

The fact that even beginners can experience diving is a good point.

A license is required for full-scale diving, but if you would like to try diving before getting a license, try experience diving, which you can participate in without a license.

Diving may give the impression of being a challenging sport that only professionals and experienced divers can participate in, but the appeal of diving is that it is a sport in which even beginners can participate.

 

SUP

SUP is an abbreviation for "Stand Up Paddleboard.

This water sport originated in Hawaii, and as the name suggests, the activity involves standing on a board and paddling through the water.

In spots where surfers often gather, such as Hawaii and Australia, it is a sport that can be enjoyed casually.

In recent years, it has become increasingly popular among young people in Japan as a sport that can be enjoyed casually at the beach or river.

 

Recommendations

SUP uses special boards with buoyancy.

Because of its stability, even beginners can easily stand on it with practice.

This makes it an easy activity for first-timers to tackle.

It is also an effective exercise because it uses all the muscles in the body when standing on the board, which helps to strengthen the core and balance.

Enjoy a beautiful 360-degree view of the ocean from the top of your board!

 

Canoe/Kayak

Canoe is a general term for a small boat that uses paddles to wade through the water.

Canoes are broadly classified into two types: Canadian canoes and kayaks.

In other words, kayaking is a type of canoeing.

Canoes and kayaks are segregated by the blade of the paddle used.

Canoes have blades on only one side for paddling the water, while kayaks have blades on both ends.

It is a great activity to enjoy riding the waves in a leisurely manner, so please try canoeing and kayaking for a relaxing and healing experience!

 

 

Recommendations

One of the best things about canoeing is that it is an exhilarating experience.

Rivers and the ocean are cool and provide a nice change of pace, and contact with nature has the effect of reducing stress.

You can also go faster than you think, so why not feel the fresh breeze?

 

fishing

In the Kerama Islands, you can catch fish that are unique to Okinawa and can be enjoyed by both small children and adults.

Fishing is an activity that can be done without having to change clothes like other marine sports and can be easily started with just the right equipment.

You can also participate in a fishing tour where you can rent equipment and experience the sport without any hands-on experience.

 

Recommendations

Fishing is recommended for its immersive nature.

Concentrating on and observing the fish's movements and making various strategies allows for hours of concentration and immersion!

The sense of accomplishment when a big fish is caught is unmatched.

 

Recommended Tours

Here are three recommended tours in Kerama during the Silver Week.

Please refer to this page when you visit Kerama.

 

summary

We introduced about Kerama during the Silver Week.

Silver Week is the perfect time to enjoy the Keramas blue because the weather is nice and it is easy to take a long vacation.

Why not visit Kerama to escape the hustle and bustle of daily life and relieve your fatigue and stress?