Aka Island
阿嘉島
A quiet Kerama Island featuring historic ruins, a famous dog statue, and beaches where United States forces first landed.
What it is
- A small island in the Kerama chain with a population of approximately 264 residents
- Site of the first United States military landing in 1945 at Me-nu beach
- An ancient settlement area with shell mounds dating back to the Jomon period
- A destination connected to neighboring Geruma Island by the Aka Bridge
What to see
- The Sakubaru Castle ruins located on the island
- A statue of a dog named Shiro
- Me-nu beach where historical military landings occurred
- Aka Bridge which offers views while connecting to Geruma Island
Getting there
- High speed boats reach the island from Naha in 50 minutes
- The village-run ferry takes 90 minutes from Naha Port
- The island is a ten minute drive from Kerama Airport
Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.
Where it is
Aka Island Open in Google Maps
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