Let's tour around Tokashiki Island in comfort! A thorough explanation of the means of transportation on the island!
Table of Contents
- 1 It can be enjoyed as a day trip from the main island of Okinawa! What is Tokashiki Island?
- 2 How to get to Tokashiki Island (Ferry Information)
- 3 Getting Around on Tokashiki Island
- 4 It is easy to participate because you can return on the same day!
Recommended one-day tours from Naha
- 4.1 Experience at 3 points recommended by the guide! Snorkeling 1 Day Tour
- 4.2 You can enjoy 2 major beaches in Kerama Islands! Sea Bathing & Sea Turtle Snorkeling Tour
- 4.3 Enjoy the Kerama Islands to the fullest! Experience Diving & Snorkeling Tour
- 4.4 A winter-only experience to be enjoyed on Tokashiki Island! Whale Watching Tour
- 5 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) on Getting Around Tokashiki Island
- 6 summary
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!
◆If you want to know how to get around in Tokashiki Island
◆To participate in sightseeing and tours on Tokashiki Island
◆For those who want to know how to book a ferry to Tokashiki Island and the operation status.
In this issue, we will explain in detail the means of transportation on Tokashiki Island.
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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!
One flight per day
Duration: 1 hour and 10 minutes
Fare: Adult round trip ¥3,210 / one way ¥1,690
Child Round trip ¥1,610 / One way ¥850
◆Marine Liner Tokashiki (high speed boat)
Two flights a day
Duration: 40 minutes
Fare: Adults ¥4,810 round trip/ ¥2,530 one way
Child Round trip ¥2,410 / One way ¥1,270
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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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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.
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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.
It is perfect for those who want to learn more about Tokashiki Island.
rent-a-car
Car rentals are also available within Tokashiki Island.
There are many tourist attractions scattered throughout Tokashiki Island, so it is comfortable and convenient to rent a car.
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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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.
During the tour, there will be tea time at a spectacular spot, so you can relax and enjoy the charm of the island♪.
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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 want to get in touch with the life of the locals, you may dare to take a walk around the village on foot and see what it has to offer...â
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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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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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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.
Chances of seeing sea turtles are more than 90%! A nice lunch is also included... ♪
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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 snorkeling after the diving experience.
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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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.
It is possible to participate in a day trip from Naha, and can be enjoyed by people of all ages, from 0 to senior citizens, making your winter trip to Okinawa even more special♪.
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Whale-Watching Tours in the Kerama Islands
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) on Getting Around Tokashiki Island
Tokashiki Island can be reached from Naha by ferry or high-speed boat. The trip takes about 35 minutes by ferry and about 30 minutes by high-speed boat. Sailings depart from Tomari Port in Naha, and day trips are also possible.
There are several ways to get around the island: walking, renting a motorcycle, renting a car, taking a cab, or taking a sightseeing bus. Walking is especially convenient around Abalen Beach. Advance reservations are recommended for bike rentals and car rentals.
On Tokashiki Island, visitors can enjoy a wide variety of activities such as snorkeling, diving, and kayaking. Whale watching, available only in winter, is especially popular.
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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