Tokashiki Island
渡嘉敷島
The largest Kerama island offering white sand beaches, humpback whale watching, and a history spanning from prehistory to World War II.
What it is
- The largest island in the Kerama Islands chain west of Naha.
- A primary tourism destination within the Kerama Shotoku National Park.
- A former Japanese Imperial Army base with a tragic World War II history.
- Site of the prehistoric Hinakushi Shell Mound and a Ryukyu Kingdom signal platform.
What to see
- Aharen Beach featuring eight hundred meters of white sand.
- Humpback whales migrating through the surrounding waters.
- The National Okinawa Youth Friendship Center facilities.
- Historical sites including the ancient shell mound and signal fire platform.
When to go
- Winter months to observe migrating humpback whales in the area.
Getting there
- High-speed boat from Naha reaches the island in thirty-five minutes.
Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.
Where it is
Tokashiki Island Open in Google Maps
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