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[Okinawa Driving Course] A spectacular emerald green view that spreads before your eyes! Create the best memories in the ocean of Miyakojima!

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[Okinawa Driving Course] A spectacular emerald green view that spreads before your eyes! Create the best memories in the ocean of Miyakojima!

This course mainly tours the northern part of Miyako Island. After crossing the Ikema Ohashi Bridge and taking in the beautiful blue gradation scenery, head to Miyakojima Marine Park, where you can see underwater. In the evening, you can watch the sunset at Sunayama Beach, and enjoy a half-day drive around the spectacular scenery of Miyako Island.

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Distance: 37.9 km, Driving time: 1 hour

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View the overlapping blues of Ikema Blue and the underwater world - Cross the Ikema Bridge from Miyakojima Marine Park to Sunayama Beach -

[Okinawa Driving Course] A spectacular emerald green view that spreads before your eyes! Create the best memories in the ocean of Miyakojima!

This course mainly tours the northern part of Miyako Island. After crossing the Ikema Ohashi Bridge and taking in the beautiful blue gradation scenery, head to Miyakojima Marine Park, where you can see underwater. In the evening, you can watch the sunset at Sunayama Beach, and enjoy a half-day drive around the spectacular scenery of Miyako Island.

Driving course departing from Miyakojima Airport

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Miyakojima Airport
Miyakojima Airport

Among airports in Okinawa Prefecture, Miyako Airport is well-known for its Southern Island atmosphere both inside and out.
Start your trip at one of the rental car offices near Miyakojima Airport. The airport is located in the center of Miyakojima, so it's convenient for driving in any direction.

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Route to next spot: Okinawa Prefectural Route 230 Distance: Approximately 19.2km
Duration: Approximately 27 minutes

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Ikema Bridge
Ikema Bridge

Opened in 1992, this long and large bridge is large enough for boats to pass under. The beautiful emerald blue sea spreads out on both sides of the view. The color of the water differs between shallow and deep areas, so you can enjoy the mixed scenery of various hues known as "Ikema Blue."

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Route to the next spot: Prefectural Route 230 Distance: Approximately 800m
Duration: Approximately 1 minute

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Kaimiru
Kaimiru

You can eat delicious seafood dishes and Miyako soba. The restaurant is located near the Ikema Ohashi Bridge, which is close to the sea, so the views from around the restaurant and inside are spectacular. From the rooftop observation terrace, you can see the Ikema blue that fills the entire view of the Ikema Ohashi Bridge, so it's a must-see.

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Route to next spot: Prefectural Route 230 Distance: Approximately 2.2km
Duration: Approximately 5 minutes

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Ikema Tomi Historic Site
Ikema Tomi Historic Site

You can see the whole island from Ikema Ohashi Bridge to the townscape. It is said to have been installed in a place with a good view to monitor maritime traffic. It has a history dating back to the Edo period and is a designated national historic site.

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Route to the next spot: Prefectural Route 230 Distance: Approximately 8km
Duration: Approximately 14 minutes

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Miyakojima Underwater Park
Miyakojima Underwater Park

This is a park where you can have a variety of experiences utilizing marine resources. The main underwater observation facility allows you to enjoy the view of the ocean at a depth of 3 to 5 meters. In addition to the observation deck, you can also enjoy making original crafts using materials from the ocean of Miyakojima.

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Route to next spot: Prefectural Route 83 Distance: Approximately 8.5km
Duration: Approximately 14 minutes

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Sunayama beach
Sunayama beach

If you go down to the white sandy beach you can see the emerald blue ocean, making it a popular photo spot.
You can also watch the sunset from this beach, so it's best to come around sunset.

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