Shouldn't you go to Amami Oshima? Explanation of why people say it is boring! Basic information about Amami Oshima Island is also introduced!
Table of Contents
- 1 Amami Oshima is a treasure trove of interesting spots! What is the charm of the island that overturns the rumor of "boring"?
- 2 Amami Oshima is boring" is a misconception! Reasons why people say so and how to really enjoy Amami Oshima
- 3 How to get to Amami Oshima!
- 4 You can't go wrong here! 5 interesting spots on Amami Oshima Island
- 5 You have to experience it to lose it! Recommended Activities in Amami Oshima
- 6 If you want to enjoy sightseeing 120% Renting a car is a must!
- 7 Is Amami Oshima boring? Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) about
- 8 summary
Amami Oshima is a treasure trove of interesting spots!
What is it about the island that defies the "boring" rumors?

Amami Oshima Island, about 380 km south of Kagoshima, is registered as a World Natural Heritage site,A treasure island with a unique ecosystem and cultureIt is.
You may see the search word "Amami Oshima is boring" on the Internet, but that may just be because you don't know the real "interesting spots" or "how to play".
In this issue, we present a sightseeing guide to best enjoy Amami Oshima, satisfying both first-timers and repeaters!
◆If you are wondering whether you should go to Amami Oshima or not
◆Amami Oshima history and culture
Those who want to enjoy a relaxing island time
◆For those who want to know about interesting spots in Amami Oshima
◆Those who want to know why Amami Oshima tourism is boring and why you should not go there.
Click here for the ranking of popular tours to Amami Oshima Island
Amami Oshima is boring" is a misunderstanding!
Why they say so and how to really enjoy it.

The reason why negative words appear in search suggestions is that "people who go there expecting to see a large theme park or resort development like Okinawa" may feel that the pristine nature is "nothing.
But the real fun of Amami Oshima isAn overwhelming sense of immersion that makes you forget about everyday lifeThe following is located in the
If you know how interesting Amami Oshima really is, you will feel not "boring" but "not enough time! You will feel that you don't have enough time to spend on Amami Oshima.
How to get to Amami Oshima!

There are direct flights from major cities to Amami Oshima Island.having good accessOh, my God!
It can also be reached by connecting flight or ferry.
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From Tokyo (Haneda Airport) to Amami Oshima

What are the direct flights from Haneda Airport to Amami Oshima?Japan Airlines (JAL) operates one flight per dayThe company is doing so.
If your schedule does not allow,Connections from Haneda Airport via Kagoshima Airport are recommended.It is.
There are more than 10 flights a day between Haneda and Kagoshima, and the flight time is about 2 hours. The flight between Kagoshima and Amami Oshima takes about 1 hour and 15 minutes.Take advantage of early bird discountIf you do, you can save a lot of money!
From Osaka (Kansai Airport) to Amami Oshima

From Kansai International AirportPeach Aviation (APJ) operates one nonstop flight per dayThe company is doing so.
Japan Airlines (JAL) operates one direct flight per day from Itami Airport. Airplane is the most efficient way to get to Amami Oshima from Osaka.
From Nagoya (Central Japan International Airport) to Amami Oshima

From Central Japan International Airport to Amami OshimaNo direct flightscan be accessed via Kagoshima Airport.
The flight time from Central Japan International Airport to Kagoshima Airport is approximately 1 hour and 25 minutes, and there are about 5 flights per day.Residents in the Tokai regionThe Central Japan International Airport is convenient for
To Amami Oshima via Naha Airport

Naha Airport is easily accessible from all over Japan, though,Only one direct flight per day to Amami OshimaIt is.
In addition to air travel, there are other ways to get to Amami Oshima Island, such as by ferry from Naha or Motobu ports.
The trip takes about 13 hours, but is recommended for those who want to enjoy the boat trip.
You can't go wrong here!
Five interesting spots on Amami Oshima Island

Amami trip to be "the most interesting! to make your trip to Amami "the most interesting!A must-see spotwere carefully selected.
Enjoy Amami Oshima with a high degree of freedom!
Popular free plan with chartered guide ▼
Kagoshima/Amami】One person is welcome☆Let's visit spots recommended by a local guide! Free half-day private tour for one group 《No cancellation fee until 3 days before departure》(No.79).開始時間9:00-12:00 / 13:00-16:00所要時間Approx. 3 hours7,500 yen
Kagoshima/Amami】One guest is welcome☆Selected spots in Amami according to your request!開始時間9:00-16:00所要時間Approx. 7 hours15,000 yen
Amami Oshima Island / 1 day / Charter】Request OK! Free plan to enjoy Amami Oshima Island☆Flexible ways to enjoy♪ Snorkel equipment rental included♪ <Pickup & Drop-off & Free Photo> (No.66)開始時間9:00-16:30所要時間Approx. 7~8 hours16,000 yenClick here for popular free plans for Amami Oshima Island
(1) Kanasakubara Wilderness Forest
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It's like stepping back in time to the age of dinosaurs! and "It's like stepping back in time to the age of the dinosaurs!
The view of giant lizard lizards covering the sky is truly the real Jurassic Park.
Must be accompanied by a certified guideSo you can walk around while listening to in-depth explanations.
Access: 1.5 hours by car from Amami Airport, 55 minutes by car from Nase City
Parking: None
Kanasakubara Wilderness Forest - Amami-Oshima-. Kinsaku-genbaru Forest is one of the popular tourist spots on Amami Oshima Island. It takes about 40 minutes by car from Amami City Hall. Since it is difficult to access by public transportation, we recommend that you join a tour. Subtropical plants such as the giant fern Lizard Hego are native to the area, which is also home to the Amami rabbit, a special natural treasure, and the Kinobori lizard, a rare creature.
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Amami Oshima/one day] Limited number of participants! Early bird gets first prize☆Popular spot "Kinsaku Primeval Forest" Trekking + Mangrove Canoe Tour 《Pickup & Drop-off》(No.30)開始時間8:20-17:00所要時間Approx. 8 hours12,000 yen →directional marker or indicator9,800suffix for names of swords, armour, musical instruments, etc.
Amami Oshima/Half day] Time slip to the age of dinosaurs! Walking tour in Kinsaku Primeval Forest, the No.1 popular forest on Amami Oshima Island《certified guide & pick-up service in Naze area available》(No.65).開始時間8:30-11:30 / 13:30-16:30所要時間Approx. 3 hours8,000 yen
Trekking and mangrove canoeing in a small group in the Kinsaku Primeval Forest, a World Natural Heritage site (with a certified guide and pick-up service) (No.59)開始時間Negotiable所要時間Approx. 8 hours12,000 yen →directional marker or indicator11,000suffix for names of swords, armour, musical instruments, etc.Click here for the ranking of Kanezakuhara Wilderness Forest Walking Tour
(2) Ayamaru Cape Tourist Park

A 10-minute drive from Amami Airport. Not only a spectacular view of the round horizon, but also grass skiing, cycle train, etc.A place where adults and children can play to the fullest.It is.
Lunch with a spectacular view at the attached "Mishoran Cafe" is great!
Access: 10 minutes by car from Amami Airport
Ayamaru Cape Tourist Park-Amami Oshima-(Japan) Cape Ayamaru Sightseeing Park is, as the name suggests, a park complex with a swimming pool and a grand golf course on the grounds around Cape Ayamaru. It is a sightseeing spot where you can overlook the beautiful and magnificent plum blossoms of Amami, which is one of the Amami 10, within a short 10-minute drive from the Amami Airport.
(iii) Mangrove primeval forest

Mangrove forests are a unique landscape of Amami Oshima,Second largest mangrove forest in Japanis spreading.ebb and flowAnother major attraction is the scenery, which changes depending on the
Kuroshio no Mori Mangrove Park introduces the origins of mangroves and the creatures that live in the nature of Amami Oshima.
Access: 1 hour and 10 minutes by car from Amami Airport
Kuroshio Forest Mangrove Park - Amami-Oshima-. Kuroiso no Mori Mangrove Park is a multipurpose facility located 70 minutes by car from Amami Airport, just off the Mangrove Park-mae stop on the local bus bound for Koniya. The facility is divided into a free zone and a charged zone. Admission is 500 yen for adults, 300 yen for elementary and junior high school students, 100 yen for children 4 years and older, and free for children 3 years and younger. Click here ▼ for popular mangrove tours
Special Spring SALE 【Amami Oshima/Half Day】You can charter a private boat! Waterfall Walk & Mangrove Canoe Tour to be healed in a mysterious space 《small group, free cancellation until 2 days before》(No.75).開始時間9:00-12:30 / 14:00-17:30所要時間Approx. 3 hours and 30 minutes10,300 yen →directional marker or indicator8,800suffix for names of swords, armour, musical instruments, etc.
Trekking in Kanasakubara Wilderness & Mangrove Canoe Tour☆An extraordinary experience to fully enjoy the great nature <Cancellation free until the day before> (No.189)開始時間9:00-16:00所要時間Approx. 7 hours11,550 yen →directional marker or indicator9,900suffix for names of swords, armour, musical instruments, etc.
Special Spring SALE [Amami Oshima Island/2 hours] Mangrove SUP Exploration in the World Natural Heritage Wilderness☆Enjoy a leisurely SUP ride in the virgin forest♪ Recommended for families and couples (No.76)開始時間9:00-11:30 / 14:00-16:30所要時間Approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes10,300 yen →directional marker or indicator8,800suffix for names of swords, armour, musical instruments, etc.Click here for mangrove tour ranking
(4) Sacred mountain, Mt.

The highest mountain on Amami OshimaYwan-dake, which rises 694.4 meters above sea level, is a virgin forest with a subtropical climate.
The area around the summit is designated as a national park special protection area, where you can enjoy the rich nature. There are two trailheads to Mt. Ywan, making it easy for anyone to climb!
Point of access
The trailhead on the Yamato Village side is about 20 minutes by car from Amami Forestopolis. As you can drive to the 9th station area, you can reach the summit from the trailhead in about 15 minutes. A boardwalk is maintained to the shrine in the middle of the mountain,Even those who are not confident in their physical strength and small children can enjoy this event.The following is a list of the most common problems with the "C" in the "C" column.
The other trailhead is located at the Ywan-dake Observatory in Ugan village. This route climbs a traditional mountain path and takes about one hour to reach the summit.
Access: 2 hours by car from Amami Airport
Yuwandake-Amami Oshima-jima Island Yuwandake is the highest peak on Amami Oshima at 694 meters above sea level. The entire summit area is designated as a special protected area in the Amami Islands National Park. It is also a habitat for a number of valuable species endemic to Amami and the Nansei Islands, including the well-known Amami rabbit, the Amami rabbit owl.
5) Amami Park, Tanaka Isson Memorial Museum of Art

Is it boring on a rainy day?" The Amami Park Tanaka Isson Memorial Museum of Art is the place to blow away such worries.
The works of Tanaka Isson, a solitary painter who depicted the nature of Amami,It violently shakes the hearts of those who see it.The following is a list of the most common problems with the "C" in the "C" column.
Visitors can learn about the ecology of creatures living in Amami using a touch panel, or imitate Kagoshima's traditional August dance and have it graded.
You have to experience it to lose it!
Recommended Activities in Amami Oshima

A wide variety of activities are available to enjoy the unique natural beauty of Amami Oshima.
Please enjoy these nature experiences when you come to Amami Oshima♪
Night Safari Tour

Night tours of Amami Oshima also allow visitors to observe Amami's endemic animals, which are only active at night.
especiallyRyukyu rabbitThe chance of encountering the "A" is high, and you can also look for rare birds such as the red-crowned night-heron and the red-crowned night-heron with their calls.
On sunny days, there are also tours in a fully open jeep, which is great for taking pictures...
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Amami Oshima/small group] 100% encounter rate continues★Let's go looking for the Amami rabbit by 4WD jeep! Night Safari Tour★Okay from 1 person (No.1)開始時間18:00-21:30*Varies depending on the time of year.所要時間Approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes8,000 yen
Special Spring SALE 【Amami Oshima/Night】Enjoy the subtropical forest! Jungle Night Tour to see rare wild animals《with pickup and drop off》(No.28)開始時間Negotiable所要時間Approx. 4 hours10,000 yen →directional marker or indicator9,000suffix for names of swords, armour, musical instruments, etc.
Special Spring SALE 【Amami Oshima/Night】《One person is welcome to join》Encounter nocturnal animals in the deep and quiet nature! Midnight tour deeper than night tour (No.91)開始時間Varies depending on the time of the year.所要時間Approx. 70 min.8,000 yen →directional marker or indicator7,500suffix for names of swords, armour, musical instruments, etc.Learn more about night tours on Amami Oshima Island
Canoe/Kayak Tours

Amami Oshima is a rare place in Japan.A place to get up close and personal with a virgin mangrove forestIt is.
By taking a canoe (kayak), you can not only observe mangroves up close, but also encounter subtropical flora and fauna, and enjoy the great nature of Amami Oshima to the fullest.
Sunset time is also recommended, when you can witness the ever-changing colors of the sky and enjoy the impressive view.
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Amami Oshima Island/2 hours] Enjoy the World Natural Heritage site with an experienced guide! Mangrove Canoe Experience Course *Children and beginners are welcome! (No.3)開始時間9:15-11:30 / 13:20-15:35所要時間Approx. 2 hours3,900 yen
Amami Oshima/one day] Limited number of participants! Early bird gets first prize☆Popular spot "Kinsaku Primeval Forest" Trekking + Mangrove Canoe Tour 《Pickup & Drop-off》(No.30)開始時間8:20-17:00所要時間Approx. 8 hours12,000 yen →directional marker or indicator9,800suffix for names of swords, armour, musical instruments, etc.
Special Spring SALE 【Amami Oshima/Half Day】You can charter a private boat! Waterfall Walk & Mangrove Canoe Tour to be healed in a mysterious space 《small group, free cancellation until 2 days before》(No.75).開始時間9:00-12:30 / 14:00-17:30所要時間Approx. 3 hours and 30 minutes10,300 yen →directional marker or indicator8,800suffix for names of swords, armour, musical instruments, etc.Learn more about kayaking tours on Amami Oshima Island
Snorkeling Tour

The waters around the Amami Islands are warm and clear even in winter, making them ideal for snorkeling.
The beauty of untouched coral,Overwhelmed by the abundance of living creaturesI am sure that you will be
Beginners can also rent snorkels if they join the tour.
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Amami Oshima Island/2 hours】Snorkel with sea turtles on the beach☆Photographs taken will be given away on the spot! All you need to bring is your swimsuit and flip-flops! <Shower, changing room, hair dryer and towel are provided.開始時間8:30 / 9:00 / 12:00 / 13:00 / 15:00所要時間Approx. 2 hours6,600 yen Snorkeling at Amami Oshima Island
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SUP Tour

SUP (stand-up paddle boats) give you the feeling of standing on the water and are extremely stable.
Enjoy the exhilaration of rowing out into the open sea,Spectacular view from the seaWhy don't you enjoy to the fullest the
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Beginners are welcome☆ SUP experience tour on the beach with a great view of Kakaroma Island! Shower & towel provided♪ (No.38)開始時間9:00 / 11:00 / 13:00 / 15:00所要時間Approx. 1.5 hours7,000 yen
Learn more about SUP on Amami Oshima
Diving Tours

Diving is recommended for those who want to learn more about the ocean world in depth. Sunlight reaches even the deepest parts of the ocean, so the underwater is bright and you can see beautiful scenery from every corner.
Amami Oshima Island is warm all year round and allows long hours of diving.Ideal for those who want to start diving.The area is a "one of a kind" area.
Depending on the season, you may have a chance to see sea turtles or observe the crop circles that amami pufferfish make to lay their eggs!
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Amami Oshima/Northern Japan] 20 minutes from Amami Airport! Beginners welcome☆Focus on satisfaction♪Half day tour to experience diving on the beach in Amami Oshima Island (No.53)開始時間8:30-11:30 / 14:00-17:00所要時間Approx. 3 hours13,200 yen
Amami Oshima/South part of the island/3 hours] Beginners are welcome☆Filled with surprises and excitement! Experience Diving Tour in Amami Blue (No.50)開始時間9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.所要時間Approx. 3 hours15,400 yen
Amami Oshima/South area】Beginners are welcome! Sea turtle encounter rate is increasing!開始時間9:00-12:00 / 13:30-16:30所要時間Approx. 3 hours15,000 yenLearn more about diving in Amami Oshima
If you enjoy sightseeing 120%
Car rental is a must!

Amami Oshima is a very large island.
Since bus service is limited, rental cars are the only way to freely visit the "places you want to go"!
Popular times of the year book up quickly, so it's best to book with your airline ticket.Iron rules for an interesting tripIt is.
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Amami Oshima Car Rental] Compact type, 1300cc class, all with car navigation system and drive recorder (No.r1)開始時間Negotiable所要時間Negotiable4,000 yen
Amami-Oshima Car Rental] Mini-car Rental ◆660cc class 《Maximum 4 Passengers》 All cars are equipped with a car navigation system and a drive recorder (No.r3)開始時間Negotiable所要時間Negotiable3,350 yen
Amami-Oshima Car Rental]One-box car rental◆2000cc class《Maximum 8 passengers》All cars are equipped with a car navigation system and a drive recorder (No.r2)開始時間Negotiable所要時間Negotiable8,640 yenLearn more about car rentals on Amami Oshima Island
Is Amami Oshima boring?
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about
Although rainfall is more frequent throughout the year, there are many experiences that can be enjoyed even in the rain.
For example,Brown sugar shochu brewery tour, Amami Oshima tsumugi hand weaving experience, island cooking classThere are also a variety of activities that are not weather dependent, such as
Amami cuisine is simple but extremely delicious.
The famousChicken rice, island pork dishes, passion fruit and mangoYou can enjoy dishes that make the most of the island's bounty, such as It is enjoyable enough for gourmet purposes as well.
Amami Oshima is especially recommended for the following people
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People who love nature, plants and animals
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People who want to spend their time quietly
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People interested in island culture and history
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People who want to "recharge their minds" rather than insta-glow.
summary

Amami Oshima is a healing island with warm weather throughout the year and rich nature. There are direct flights from Tokyo and Osaka, and early-bird and LCC fares make it possible to visit the island at a reasonable price. The central town is so developed that it is hard to believe that it is a remote island, and you will not feel inconvenienced.
Compared to the main island of Okinawa, there are fewer tourists, making it the perfect place to enjoy the relaxed atmosphere of a remote island.
If you want to refresh your daily fatigue, please visit Amami Oshima☆.
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