What is "Shimabus" for which unlimited-ride tickets are available? Thorough explanation of Amami Oshima bus information! Introducing sightseeing spots that can be visited by bus!

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Bus situation in Amami Oshima

Amami Oshima is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Japan,It is quite difficult to enjoy on foot alone.It is.

Most popular mode of transportation is car rentalHowever, there may be cases where a rental car is not available for various reasons, such as "I don't have a license" or "I couldn't get a reservation.

One of the means of transportation is public transportation, the bus. In this article, we will introduce the bus situation on Amami Oshima Island.

Points to note when using the bus

Here are some points to keep in mind when using the buses on Amami Oshima! Make sure you understand the bus situation and use the buses.

Buses on Amami Oshima are infrequent.

Buses on Amami Oshima are basicallyAbout two per hour.The pace of the market has been

If you try to cover your travel only by bus, you may spend a lot of time waiting for the bus unless you plan well.

In some cases, depending on the location of the bus stop, the bus may end early, so be sure to check the timetable well in advance.

Inefficient to visit multiple attractions

Not only in terms of the number of buses, but also in terms of the fact that buses have limited destinations.Not the best for sightseeing.The following is a list of the most common problems with the "C" in the "C" column.

The bus network is not so extensive that one can go anywhere by simply taking the bus.

If your sightseeing plan is to visit multiple tourist spots efficiently, you should use other means of transportation than buses.

What is the "Shimabus"?

In Amami Oshima Island, there areThree types of busesThe "Setouchi Kaihin Bus" and "Yamato-mura direct bus" are operated by theOnly within a limited areaThe buses will be running on the

The other type, "Shimabus," is a bus that has routes throughout the island.

The "Shimabus" is the mainstay of the islanders' daily transportation network, and since it also operates a route from Amami AirportEasy to use buses for sightseeingThe first two are the following.

Free pass is a good deal?

If you use Shimabus as a means of transportation for sightseeing, a free pass is recommended as an option.

This is a pass that allows unlimited rides on Shimabus bus routes, and is characterized by the fact that it allows you to ride the bus freely as many times as you like within a set period of time.

Popular tourist spots that can be visited by "Shima Bus

To use the island bus to get around.Recommended Sightseeing Spotsin turn.

There are many sightseeing spots on Amami Oshima, but we have selected five of them that are close to bus stops and easily accessible.

We hope you will find all of them attractive enough to make you want to visit them again and again.

Amami Park

First of all, we would like to introduce you to Amami Park, a facility that you should definitely visit during your sightseeing trip to Amami Oshima.

Amami Park is a facility that serves as a tourist base for Amami Oshima and the other islands of the Amami archipelago,Amami's beautiful nature, ,culture, ,HistoryThe role of the company is to provide a comprehensive introduction to the following

It is also a good place to get information on various tourist attractions, making it a perfect place to start your visit.

Spot Features

Amami Park can be enjoyed like a so-called folklore museum,Various knowledge about AmamiThis is a spot where you can learn about

However, it is distinct from a facility where one merely gazes vaguely at the materials. The exhibition hall is formed by four zones: the Sea Path, the Theme Wall, the Striped Path, and the Forest Path.

Each theme introduces the charms of Amami through dynamic exhibits, and it can be said that adults and children alike will never get bored at this facility.

The Tanaka Isson Memorial Museum of Art, which displays the works of Tanaka Isson, an artist who painted pictures on the theme of nature in Amami, is also located in the facility.

Amami Park Basic Information

Address: 894-0504
1834 Setsuda, Kasari-cho, Amami-shi, Kagoshima, Japan
Hours: 9:00-18:00 (9:00-19:00 in July and August only)
Closest station: Get off at Amami Park Nai stop

Amami Park-Amami Oshima Amami Park is a 5-minute drive from Amami Airport, and the park is divided into two main areas: Amami no Sato and Tanaka Isson Memorial Museum of Art. At Amami no Sato, visitors can learn about the nature, history, and culture of Amami through large nematic exhibits and a video in the theater. At Tanaka Isson Memorial Museum of Art, visitors can view the works of Isson Tanaka, a genius painter who was fascinated by the nature of Amami.

heart lock

Let me introduce the next one,Power spot for loveThe "Heart Rock" is a natural landscape known as the

Heart Rock is a tide pool that appears only during low tide, and is known for its beautiful heart shape.

Even if the phrase "power spot for love" does not interest you, its distinctive and beautiful topography is worth a visit.

Spot Features

Heart Rock is located in the eastern part of an area called Akaogi settlement in Amami Oshima.

If you miss the time of day, you will not be able to witness the heart shape, and the best time isOne hour before and after low tide and when the waves are calmSo, check the tide table to find out the time of each season.

The road leading to Heart Rock is also very beautiful and surrounded by nature, and was used as a drama location in the 2018 Taiga Drama "Saigodon.

During the period from January to March, blue-green algae thrive and the heart is surrounded by greenery, which contrasts with the blue of the ocean and makes it even more beautiful.

Heart Rock Basic Information

Address: 894-0192
110 Ura, Ryugo Town, Oshima County, Kagoshima Prefecture
Hours of Operation: As this is a natural landscape, there are no hours of operation.
Closest Station: East Coast

Heart Rock - Amami-Oshima Island It is located about 15 minutes by car from Amami Airport in the direction of Naze. It is a heart-shaped pond that is only visible at low tide. The seawater collected on the rocks is crystal clear, and the small fish that are stuck in it during the ebb tide are beautiful swimming in it. It is necessary to check the time of low tide in advance because the pond is submerged at high tide and appears at low tide.

Oshima Tsumugi Village

Next, let's change things up a bit and take a look at spots where you can experience the deep-rooted culture of Amami Oshima.

Oshima tsumugi is a traditional textile of which Amami Oshima is proud, and its beauty is highly appreciated not only in Japan but also abroad.

Oshima Tsumugi Village is a place where visitors can enjoy a tour of the Oshima Tsumugi production factory.

Spot Features

Oshima Tsumugi Village has a weaving factory of Oshima Tsumugi, a traditional craft, where visitors can observe the entire process of making authentic Amami Oshima Tsumugi.

As the guide explains the various processes, including traditional looms, wheel dyeing, mud dyeing, and textile printing, you are guaranteed to gasp at the exquisite techniques and beauty of Oshima silk.

The facility is also a garden with many tropical and subtropical plants, so you can enjoy the unique nature of Amami Oshima on your way to the site.

You can also experience mud-dyeing and purchase the finest Oshima silk, which will surely satisfy you.

Basic Information on Oshima Tsumugi Village

Address: 894-0411
Akaogi, Ryugo Town, Oshima County, Kagoshima Prefecture
Business hours: 9:00-17:00
Closest Station: Entrance to Oshima Tsumugi Mura

Oshima Tsumugi Village - Amami-Oshima Oshima Tsumugi Village is an area where you can exhibit and sell authentic Amami Oshima Tsumugi, observe the production process of Oshima Tsumugi, and even experience each production process of Oshima Tsumugi, mud dyeing, hatawori, and dressing. It will be a wonderful experience to observe the production of Oshima tsumugi and experience the art. The craftsmen's skill, careful handwork, and every step of the process is well worth seeing, and the 30-minute explanation of the process is very interesting.

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Kagoshima/Amami Oshima] The excitement of gradual dyeing☆T-shirt course of traditional technique "Mud Dyeing and Indigo Dyeing Experience" (No.24)開始時間10:00 / 13:00 / 15:00所要時間Approx. 90 min.4,000 yen

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Ohama Seaside Park

If you visit Amami Oshima, you will want to visit the beautiful beaches and enjoy the ocean as much as you like.

We would like to recommend Ohama Seaside Park, one of the most popular beaches on Amami Oshima.

Among the myriad of beaches, this spot is easily accessible and offers a multitude of attractions.

Spot Features

Ohama Seaside Park is located close to the city center, and is visited by both locals and tourists constantly throughout the year.

Because it is called a seaside park, it is very well maintained and is equipped with changing rooms, toilets, and showers,Easy to visit beach with childrenI would say that this is the case.

In addition to enjoying swimming in the sea, visitors can also enjoy a variety of activities.

The Amami Ocean Exhibition Hall and Thalasso Amami no Ryugu are also located on the premises, making it possible to spend a whole day at this beach alone.

The evening sunset is also renowned for its beauty, so why not take the time to enjoy it?

Ohama Seaside Park Basic Information

Address: 894-0046
701-1 Ohama, Oaza-Koyado, Naze, Amami-shi, Kagoshima, Japan
Hours of operation: Open 24 hours a day
Closest Station: Hiramatsu-cho (in front of police box)

Ohama Seaside Park-Amami Oshima Ohama Seaside Park is located in Ohama, Oshuku, Naze, Amami City. Located about 15 to 20 minutes by car from Naze, the largest city on Amami Oshima Island, the park is visited by many locals as well as tourists, who can enjoy the beautiful sea and chalk white sandy beach of Amami. There are many subtropical plants in the park, including cycads, adans, banyan trees, and many other species.

Cape Wrong

The last place I would like to introduce is "Cape Ayamaru", which is called one of the best scenic spots in Amami Oshima.

Cape Ayamaru is located at the northernmost tip of Amami-Oshima Island and is a cape characterized by its topography jutting out into the Pacific Ocean.

If you want to enjoy the beautiful natural scenery of Amami Oshima, this is the place to visit.

Spot Features

The charm of Cape Ayamaru is its scenery, with Kikai Island to the east, Tompara Iwa to the north, and coral reefs and cycad trees below, you can see the charm of Amami Oshima.

The tourist park located at Cape Ayamaru offers many recreational spots and activities, so visitors can enjoy not only the scenery but also a wide range of other activities.

The café is located in a spot with a spectacular view, and its location makes it a place of relaxation for many people.

It is a place that can be enjoyed by adults and children alike, so why not visit?

Cape Ayamaru Basic Information

Address: 894-0624
682 Oaza Suno, Kasari-cho, Amami-shi, Kagoshima
Hours of Operation: Since this is a natural landscape, there are no hours of operation, but the information center and café are open from 9:30 am to 5:00 pm.
Closest Station: Cape Ayamaru

Cape Ayamaru - Amami-Oshima-. Ayamaru Cape, now one of the Kagoshima Romantic Roads, is located at the northern end of the island near Amami Airport, the gateway to the sky, and is known as a representative scenic spot where you can look down dynamically on the sea spread out before you. It is also a place where you can feel the openness of the tropics and enjoy the fascinating panorama all to yourself.

Buses other than Shimabus

Although the situations in which they can be used will be limited, we recommend that you also keep information on buses other than Shimabus.

Depending on the area you go to, you may be able to use it effectively and further expand your sightseeing.

summary

In this issue, we have provided information about Amami Oshima Island and the buses that are an indispensable means of transportation for sightseeing trips.

If you make good use of buses, you will be able to enjoy Amami Oshima more deeply.

We hope this article will help you enjoy your trip.

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