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Kudaka Island

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久高島

A sacred Ryukyuan island near Okinawa known for its deep spiritual traditions, communal land ownership, and unique sea snake soup.

Kudaka Island
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What it is

  • A sacred site in Ryukyuan mythology located east of Cape Chinen.
  • A small island with a circumference of eight kilometers and low elevation.
  • A community where land is collectively owned by the local association.
  • A traditional agricultural center producing noni tea and smoked sea snake.

What to see

  • Kubo Utaki, a sacred site where men are strictly prohibited from entering.
  • Tokujin Port, the primary maritime gateway connecting to the main island.
  • Coastal views from the highest point seventeen meters above sea level.

When to go

  • The Izaiho ritual is held once every twelve years.

Getting there

  • Take a ferry from Azama Port on Okinawa Island to Tokujin Port.
  • Expect no public transportation system once you arrive on the island.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.

Where it is

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