Kamiji Island
上地島
A remote island in Iriomote-Ishigaki National Park known for its history of dugong habitats and traditional unglazed Panari-yaki pottery.
What it is
- Part of the Yaeyama Islands in Okinawa Prefecture belonging to Taketomi Town.
- Also known as Panari or Panari Island alongside neighboring Shimoji Island.
- A protected area located within the Iriomote-Ishigaki National Park.
- A former major habitat for dugongs and the origin of unglazed Panari-yaki pottery.
What to see
- Traditional unglazed pottery known as Panari-yaki unique to the island.
- A heliport used for emergency medical transport located on the island.
- Undersea pipes and cables that supply the island with water and electricity.
- Views of Shimoji Island located across a 420 meter stretch of water.
Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.
Where it is
Kamiji Island Open in Google Maps
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