Day 4 START
Taketomi Island National Important Preservation District for Groups of Traditional Buildings
A village on Taketomi Island where rows of red-tiled houses line white sand paths. Located near the center of the island, it still preserves a distinctly Okinawan townscape, with traditional Ryukyuan houses topped with red-tiled roofs, shisa lion statues perched above, and coral stone walls. Take your time and enjoy the island’s traditional scenery at your own pace.
40 minutes on foot
* Rental bicycles for 15 minutes
Kondoi Beach
A beach that perfectly encapsulates Taketomi Island, known for its beautiful white sands and cobalt-blue waters. The beach boasts a shallow shoreline and gentle waves, and a Phantom Beach (sandbar) is revealed at low tide, which you can walk across to. It is also renowned for its spectacular sunsets. Even a simple stroll along its sands is a deeply soothing experience.
15-minute walk
* Rental bicycles available for 5 minutes.
Nishisanbashi Pier
A white pier stretching straight out into the blue sea. As it extends out toward the west, it is also well-known as a perfect place to watch the sunset. Though a popular tourist attraction, its considerable length of 105 meters in total allows you to stroll slowly or sit and take in the magnificent scenery at your leisure.
35 minutes on foot
* Rental bicycles for 15 minutes
Hoshinoya Taketomi Island
A luxury resort exuding a quiet charm, blending seamlessly into the island’s village. Stand-alone villas line the grounds, built in accordance with Japan’s National Important Preservation District for Groups of Traditional Buildings standards, and allowing you to enjoy a stay as if you were living as a part of the island community. Enjoy your special time on the island while being caressed by the pleasant southern breeze.
0 minutes on foot
Crafts and Cultural Lessons
Take part in programs that allow you to experience the traditional crafts and culture rooted in everyday life on Taketomi Island. Even complete beginners can enjoy the island’s arts and crafts, or “tiwaza,” that have been passed down from generation to generation, including sanshin playing, weaving, and shisa-lion making. Enjoy a calm, enriching stay as you absorb yourself in your handiwork.
