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Region by Area

Northern Area: Kasari Town, Ryugo Town
Chubu area: Nase, Sumiyosho
Southern area: Yamato Village, Uken Village, Setouchi Town

In this issue, we will introduce the northern area!

How to get to the northern part of Amami-Oshima Island

Transportation to the northern part of Amami Oshima

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Amami Airport is located in the northern part of Amami Oshima Island. There are three ways to get to and from the airport: rental car, cab, and bus.

Reference time for spots in the northern part of Amami-Oshima Island

Cape Ayamaru
Approximately 8 minutes by car from Amami Airport
Tsuchimori Coast
6 minutes drive from Amami Airport
[Heart Rock].
Approximately 13 minutes by car from Amami Airport
Amami Park
Approximately 7 minutes by car from Amami Airport

Transportation to the northern part of Amami Oshima
rent-a-car

The best way to tour around Amami Oshima Island is to rent a car. You can tour Amami Oshima, which is long from north to south, with a high degree of freedom.

Transportation to the northern part of Amami Oshima
cab

There are waiting cars at the airport and cabs are easy to catch, but if you want to visit spots in the northern part of Amami, contact a cab company.

Amami Oshima also operates sightseeing cabs that circle sightseeing spots in the northern part of Amami.

Transportation to the northern part of Amami Oshima
bus

Although there are only a few services, it covers the entire Amami Oshima Island and is the only public transportation system on Amami Oshima. There are also tickets for unlimited rides on local buses.

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!Contents1 Buses on Amami Oshima Island2 Notes on using buses2.1 Buses on Amami Oshima Island are infrequent2.2 It is inefficient to visit multiple tourist spots3 What is "Shimabus"?

An airport shuttle bus runs from Amami Airport.

◆Amami Airport Connecting Bus

What are the characteristics of the northern part of Amami Oshima?

Sugarcane fields and beautiful coastline

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The northern part of Amami-Oshima Island has many scenic spots and beautiful beaches where you can enjoy an exhilarating drive along the coastline.

The Ayamaru Cape Park seawater pool and Tsuchimori Beach in northern Amami Oshima are well equipped and less than a 10-minute drive from the airport, offering a spectacular view of the Amami blue.

You can enjoy the underwater world of Amami Oshima!

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There are many snorkeling and diving spots in the northern part of Amami Oshima, where you can see vivid tropical fish and abundant coral reefs even in shallow waters.

Experience the culture of Amami!

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In the northern part of Amami Oshima, there are facilities where visitors can experience Amami culture, such as Amami Park and Amami Oshima Tsumugi Mura.

Taste the island culture of Amami, which has developed its own unique culture away from the mainland!

↓Click here to experience the traditional culture of Amami Oshima.

【鹿児島・奄美大島】一度は着ておきたい！世界三大織物にも選ばれる『大島紬』着付け体験（No.26）

Traditional culture experience (dyeing and Oshima silk) Visitors can enjoy cultural experiences that are not usually available, such as wearing Oshima tsumugi (tsumugi silk), mud dyeing, indigo dyeing, weaving, etc.♪ Even small children can participate! (3 in total) アクティビティの詳細を見る

Introduction of popular areas in the northern part of Amami Oshima

Kasari Area

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Located at the northernmost tip of Amami Oshima, this area has vast farmlands and some of the best beaches and coastline on Amami Oshima. Visitors can enjoy the sparkling emerald green sea and white sandy beaches.

Kasari Area Recommended Spots

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Amami Oshima Island/1 day】Snorkeling & mangrove canoeing with sea turtle encounter rate of 98% (with pickup and drop-off, shower and other facilities) (No.31)開始時間Negotiable所要時間Approx. 8 hours14,000 yen →directional marker or indicator13,000suffix for names of swords, armour, musical instruments, etc.

Kagoshima/Amami Oshima] If you are in doubt, this is the one for you! 1-day tour to popular power spots such as "Mateliya Falls" and the highest peak "Yawan-dake Observation Hill" 《with free pickup and drop-off from Ryugo Town, Kasari Town and Amami City》（No.60）.開始時間Negotiable所要時間Approx. 8 hours16,000 yen →directional marker or indicator15,000suffix for names of swords, armour, musical instruments, etc.

Ryugo Area

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The Ryugo area is located between the port (Nase) and the airport and is easily accessible.

There are also snorkeling spots such as the famous power spot "Heart Rock," Kaganbana Tunnel with its beautiful sunset, and Tehiro Beach with its high sea turtle encounter rate.

Kasari Area Recommended Spots

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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 a swimsuit and flip-flops! ＜Shower, changing room, hair dryer and towels 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

Kagoshima/Amami Oshima] I want to wear it at least once! Experience wearing Oshima Tsumugi, one of the world's three most admired fabrics★ (No.26)開始時間10:00 / 13:00 / 15:00所要時間Approximately 30 to 60 minutes3,500 yen

Amami northern area/January to March only☆/Half day】More than 95% encounter rate! Let's go see humpback whales! ＜Whale watching tour (No.17)開始時間9:00-12:00 / 13:00-16:00所要時間Approx. 3 hours7,700 yen

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

Check hotels in northern Amami-Oshima

Recommended activities in the northern part of Amami Oshima Island

snorkeling

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The northern part of Amami-Oshima Island offers excellent beach snorkeling that can be enjoyed without going out to sea by boat.

Snorkeling spots in the northern part of Amami-Oshima Island

XX Kurasaki Coast
○Earth mound coast
Uchi Tawara Beach
○Tehiro Beach
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Learn more about snorkeling

diving

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Diving deeper than snorkeling allows you to observe underwater life up close, enjoy dynamic topography and mysterious light from the outside.

Experience diving is available without a license, and you can get used to it by starting in shallow water.

Diving spots in the northern part of Amami-Oshima Island

Ryugo, East China Sea (Kurasaki Coast, Yamamoto Special, Pia Teguri, Daibutsu Coral, In Oasis)
○Pacific Side

Learn more about diving

whale watching

Whale watching is a must-do during the winter season! You can see the dynamic movements of humpback whales that come to the warm waters of Amami to raise their young and give birth.

Learn more about whale watching

Traditional Culture Experience

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Visitors can experience the precious culture of Amami Oshima, such as wearing and dyeing Oshima silk, one of the most beautiful silk in the world.

Learn more about traditional cultural experiences

Frequently Asked Questions about Amami-Oshima North

Q. What is the weather like in the northern part of Amami Oshima?

The average annual temperature on Amami Oshima is about 22 degrees Celsius, and even in winter the lowest temperature is about 12 degrees Celsius, making it relatively mild.

The northern part of Amami Oshima is coastal, so you may feel cold with strong sea breezes. Rainfall is heavy, and sudden, short-term rains characteristic of the tropics may occur, so be prepared with rain gear.

Q. What is the water temperature in the northern part of Amami Oshima? How long can I swim?

The water temperature is said to be two months behind that of land. Tours are held all year round, as it is possible to swim in winter with no problems if you wear a wetsuit.

Q. What beaches do you recommend in the northern part of Amami Oshima?

We recommend that you consider Tehiro Beach, Kurasaki Beach, Tsuchimori Beach, etc., depending on the time of year and your purpose (e.g., to see sea turtles).

If you join a tour, a guide will take you to the beach according to the day's conditions.

Q. What kind of food do you recommend in the northern part of Amami Oshima?

In Ryugo Town, there is "Keihan Hisakura," famous for Amami's traditional local cuisine of chicken rice, and "Shimatofuya," where you can enjoy island tofu cuisine.

Soul food you must try when you come to Amami Oshima! 10 gourmet foods recommended by local staff!Contents1 Recommended gourmet foods of Amami Oshima! 2 10 gourmet foods of Amami Oshima2.1 Chicken rice2.2 Oil somen noodles2.3 Goat soup2.4 Stewed pig's feet2.5 Wanfune2.6 Pickled papaya2.7 Tobinnya2.8 Miki2.9 Andagie2 [...].

New Experiences of Amami-Oshima Northern Tour

Amami Oshima Island/1 day】Snorkeling & mangrove canoeing with sea turtle encounter rate of 98% (with pickup and drop-off, shower and other facilities) (No.31)

Yoko / 60s Posted on 2025-10

We were three ladies in our 60's. It was our first time to canoe. It was almost our first time to canoe, and we really enjoyed it when we were able to paddle swiftly through the mangrove river! We were also very impressed with the snorkeling because we didn't expect to see sea turtles so close up! Thank you very much.

Kagoshima/Amami】One guest is welcome☆Selected spots in Amami according to your request!

Yuki Sakura / 50s Posted on 2025-10

The tour was cancelled due to a typhoon, so I asked the tour guide to pick me up from my hotel, which was far away. He also told me about the origin of the towns along the way, which helped me to get to know Amami better. She also took us to places that we had not requested, and I thought she was very kind. I highly recommend this tour to those who do not have a car and who want to know more about Amami! Thank you very much.

User_cxne / 20s Posted on 2025-09

The best part is that very little preparation was required. We simply changed into our swimsuits on site and enjoyed the luxury of beautiful beaches and sea turtles.

Amami Oshima/Night] Same-day reservation OK! Jungle Night Tour to see rare wild animals《with pickup and drop off》（No.28)

User_tqcz / 30s Posted on 2025-09

Walking through the forest with a flashlight in one hand was an extraordinary experience. Listening carefully to the nocturnal creatures was more exciting than I had imagined.

Amami Oshima Island/1 day】Snorkeling & mangrove canoeing with sea turtle encounter rate of 98% (with pickup and drop-off, shower and other facilities) (No.31)

User_mtyg / 30s Posted on 2025-09

The moment I made eye contact with a sea turtle while snorkeling, it took my breath away. The facilities are well equipped and I can safely recommend it to women.

Kagoshima, Amami Oshima】Relax your body and mind☆Private beach yoga to feel the great nature of Amami (No.110)

Yuka-san / 30s Posted on 2025-09

Yoga under the sea and sky in front of me, surrounded by the sound of waves, was truly extraordinary! It was very refreshing. The teacher was kind and attentive, so even a beginner like me was able to participate without worries. It was a wonderful time to heal both body and mind in the midst of nature! I would like to ask for your help again when I come to Amami.

Tour held in the northern part of Amami-Oshima Island

Popular Tour Plans for Amami-Oshima North Tour

Amami Oshima/Night] Same-day reservation OK! Jungle Night Tour to see rare wild animals《with pickup and drop off》（No.28)

Amami Oshima Island/1 day】Snorkeling & mangrove canoeing with sea turtle encounter rate of 98% (with pickup and drop-off, shower and other facilities) (No.31)

Kagoshima/Amami】One guest is welcome☆Selected spots in Amami according to your request!

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 a swimsuit and flip-flops! ＜Shower, changing room, hair dryer and towels are provided.

Amami Oshima Island / 1 day / Charter] Safe & Exciting☆Sea turtle snorkeling & mangrove canoeing! Guided by islanders who know Amami well 《Photo・video free of charge》（No.142）.

Amami Oshima, Night] Explore the special night of Amami! Amami Owl Rabbit Night Tour! One-person tour OK 《Pickup and drop-off included・Happy souvenirs included☆》 (No.151)

Amami Oshima Island / 2.5 hours / private tour] The moment of excitement☆Sea turtles snorkeling! Free photo and movie (No.144)

Amami Oshima Island/2 hr 30 min】Night safari tour to look for Amami rabbit (95% or higher)☆Free transportation and certified guide☆A great adventure in the mysterious night of Amami Oshima Island♪ (No.155)

Northern Amami / Boat Fishing / 2.5 hours] Beginners are welcome! Experience Fishing Tour with No Need to Bring Your Own Fishing Equipment (3 min. drive to the airport, free of charge until 3 days before the tour) (No.98)

Kagoshima/Amami Oshima] The excitement of gradual dyeing☆T-shirt course of traditional technique "Mud Dyeing and Indigo Dyeing Experience" (No.24)

Amami / 1 day / small group charter] Beach snorkeling & mangrove kayaking☆《Picture & Movie Present / Female guide will guide you》 Let's enjoy the sea and forest of Amami to the fullest! (No.161)

Amami Oshima Island / 90 minutes】Tour quietly by electric car! The quiet night tour that brings you closest to the wild☆《With an accompanying guide, you can rest assured♪》 Eco & moving night safari experience to observe the Amami rabbit and wild animals (No.154)

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)

Amami Oshima/Northern part of Japan】Beginners are also welcome☆High probability of seeing sea turtles snorkeling 《Comfortable with a waterproof suit in winter! (No.140)

Amami Oshima, Half a day] Participation from 1 person♪ Beach snorkeling tour 《Woman guided tour! Free photo & video shooting (No.150)

Amami / 1 Day / Small Group Charter] Mangrove Kayak & Night Tour at sunset☆《Picture & Movie Present / Female guide】 Night tour from the car window!

Amami Oshima Island/2.5 hours] Boat snorkeling☆Photographs taken will be presented on the spot! All you need to bring is your swimsuit and flip-flops! ＜Shower, changing room, hair dryer and towel are provided.

Kagoshima/Amami Oshima] I want to wear it at least once! Experience wearing Oshima Tsumugi, one of the world's three most admired fabrics★ (No.26)

Amami Oshima/Half day】If you are in doubt, this is the one! Snorkeling tour in the beautiful ocean that Amami boasts, with a sea turtle encounter rate of over 98% (No.29)

Kagoshima/Amami Oshima】Participation OK from 5 years old!

Amami Oshima Island / Charter / Half Day] Free plan for sightseeing in the island♪ Tour around the most beautiful spots with a guide who has lived in Amami for more than 20 years☆One-person tour OK & free photo (No.116)

*Stopped accepting applications* [Kagoshima/Amami Oshima] Enjoy yourself at a private beach! Snorkeling & Marine Sports Tour (No.23)

Amami Oshima] Minimum 2 days! Diving PADI License Course ◆Open Water or Advance Diving (No.54)

Kagoshima, Amami Oshima】Relax your body and mind☆Private beach yoga to feel the great nature of Amami (No.110)

Amami-Oshima Island, Rental Car】Camping Car TRIP Rental◆1800cc class 《Maximum 5 Passengers》Pet OK!

Amami-Oshima Island, Rental Car]Camper MAMBOW Rental ◆1800cc class 《Maximum 4 Passengers》Pet OK!

Northern Amami / 2 hours] Limited to 2 groups per day☆Experience a moment of healing! Sunset cruising tour in Amami Oshima! Photo present for posting a review★(No.125)

Amami North / 2 hours] Banana Boat Charter & Touring to unexplored Kotori-hama Beach! Water bike charter! Photo present by posting a review★(No.124)

Amami Northern Area/1 day] Visit the unexplored Koutori Beach where you can only land from the sea☆Unlimited play of 3 popular marine sports Photo gift with review contribution★ (No.119)

Northern Amami / 3 hours] Unlimited ways to play! Recommended for large group trips! Photo gift with review ★ (No.126)

Northern Amami / 2 hours] Go to the unexplored Koutori Beach☆A quick and easy trip! All-you-can-play 2 popular marine sports Photo Present by submitting your review★(No.122)

Amami northern area / 1.5 hours] Visit the unexplored Koutori Beach, which can only be reached from the sea☆Rare boat-entry SUP experience tour! Photo present for posting a review★(No.121)

Amami northern area/1 day] Go to the unexplored Koutori Beach☆Unlimited play of 3 popular marine sports + BBQ set! Photo present by posting a review★ (No.120)

Amami Northern Area/Half Day] Visit the unexplored Koutori Beach where you can only land from the sea☆Unlimited play of 3 popular marine sports Photo gift with review contribution★ (No.118)

Northern Amami / 2 hours] Go to the unexplored Koutori Beach☆A quick, new experience in a short time! Clear Kayak / SUP Tour Review & Photo Present★(No.123)

Amami-Oshima・Rental Car】Mini Convertible Volcanic Orange◆1500cc class《Maximum 4 Passengers・Right-Hand Drive》Comes with standard equipment of car navigation system and pickup service (No.r9)

Amami Oshima Car Rental]mini Convertible Blazing Red ◆1500cc class《Maximum 4 Passengers・Right-Hand Drive》 Standard equipment of car navigation system and pickup service (No.r7)

【Amami Oshima・Rental Car】Mercedes-Benz SLC180 SPORT《Maximum 2 Passengers・Right-Hand Drive》Comes with standard car navigation system and pickup service (No.r6)

Amami Oshima/Northern Japan】Beginners welcome to skin diving tour 《Free photo and video gift》Experience the excitement of Amami Blue☆ (No.139)

Amami Oshima】Luxurious plan of Thai massage and oil massage☆Completely private relaxing time ＜Female Only・Pickup and drop-off available＞ (No.135)

Amami northern area/Half day】Cosmopolitan photo tour with the best view, completely chartered by a guide and limited to one group only! Traveler's Award Winner & Pick-up & Drop-off available] (No.136)

Amami northern area / 1 day] Limited to 1 group only! A photo tour with a great view that you can fully enjoy♪ 《Traveler's Award Winner & Pick-up & Drop-off available》（No.137）.

Amami Oshima Island/90 min]June to September only☆Firefly watching tour by ATV! Let's go through the fantastic forest at night with a certified guide (No.156)

Amami northern area/January to March only☆/Half day】More than 95% encounter rate! Let's go see humpback whales! ＜Whale watching tour (No.17)

Amami Oshima Island/90 min]Go on a 4-wheel baby carriage! Star gazing night tour with commentary by a certified guide♪Beginners are welcome♪A spectacular activity with a great view of nature (No.153)

Amami Oshima Island/90 min】Spectacular Tour of Amami by ATV☆《With certified guide & beginner friendly》Exhilarating drive through the great nature! (No.152)

Amami-Oshima/Half day or full day/Chartered tour] A tour of healing Amami♪Chartered Nature Healing Tour 《Photography & Video shooting available・Woman guided tour》（No.147）.

Whale watching tour (No.16)

Amami-Oshima Island, 1 day] Enjoy the paradise of mysterious blue and coral! Diving on the beach in Amami Oshima Island 《small group, 1 person OK》（No.163）.

Amami Oshima/Half Day] Swim with tropical fish at the beach with excellent transparency! Half-day Experience Diving Tour 《small group, 1 person OK》（No.166)

Amami Oshima/Half day】High probability of swimming with sea turtles! Sea turtle snorkeling at a secret beach with excellent transparency 《small group, beginners welcome, free photo data》（No.165)

Amami-Oshima Island/One day】 Spectacular view points by boat! Exciting fun diving in a paradise of mysterious blue and coral 《small group, 1 person OK》（No.164)

Amami / 1 Day / Charter] Nature and Sightseeing, all you want♪ Experience the whole of Amami Oshima Island <Schedule can be arranged!

Amami/3 hours] Both children and adults will be impressed! Nature observation tour to meet wild birds in Amami Forest (No.172)

Amami Oshima/Half Day] 10 minutes from the airport! You can join the tour on your arrival day or the last day of your trip☆Fun boat fishing experience tour for beginners and those who want to enjoy fishing (Izakaya introduction available) (No.127)

Amami/Ryugo-cho Akinatabukuro/3hrs] Bird watching tour! Let's go and see the different birds of each season☆Bird expert guide will take you to the popular spots♪ ＜with pick-up service＞ (No.188)

Amami/Kasari Town Ose Beach/3hrs] Bird watching tour! A bird expert guide will take you to the spots popular among birdwatchers♪ (No.187)

Amami / Naze / 3hrs] Amami Oshima Highlight Round Tour☆Power spots, scenic spots, villages, etc! Walking around town with a guide to feel the island time 《Pick-up service,・For free for children under 2 years old》（No.195）.

Amami / Naze / 1 Day] Amami Oshima Round-the-Island Sightseeing Tour☆Learn about "Amami" at power spots, scenic spots, and villages! From 2 years old OK, pick-up and drop-off available] (No.197)

How to get to the northern part of Amami-Oshima Island

Transportation to the northern part of Amami Oshima

Transportation to the northern part of Amami Oshima rent-a-car

Transportation to the northern part of Amami Oshima cab

Transportation to the northern part of Amami Oshima bus

What are the characteristics of the northern part of Amami Oshima?

Sugarcane fields and beautiful coastline

You can enjoy the underwater world of Amami Oshima!

Experience the culture of Amami!

Introduction of popular areas in the northern part of Amami Oshima

Kasari Area

Ryugo Area

Recommended activities in the northern part of Amami Oshima Island

snorkeling

diving

whale watching

Traditional Culture Experience

Frequently Asked Questions about Amami-Oshima North

New Experiences of Amami-Oshima Northern Tour

Stopped accepting applications [Kagoshima/Amami Oshima] Enjoy yourself at a private beach! Snorkeling & Marine Sports Tour (No.23)

Amami Northern Area/1 day] Visit the unexplored Koutori Beach where you can only land from the sea☆Unlimited play of 3 popular marine sports ^{Photo gift with review contribution★ (No.119)}

Northern Amami / 2 hours] Go to the unexplored Koutori Beach☆A quick and easy trip! All-you-can-play 2 popular marine sports ^{Photo Present by submitting your review★(No.122)}

Amami northern area/1 day] Go to the unexplored Koutori Beach☆Unlimited play of 3 popular marine sports ^{+ BBQ set! Photo present by posting a review★ (No.120)}

Amami Northern Area/Half Day] Visit the unexplored Koutori Beach where you can only land from the sea☆Unlimited play of 3 popular marine sports ^{Photo gift with review contribution★ (No.118)}

Transportation to the northern part of Amami Oshima
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Transportation to the northern part of Amami Oshima
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Transportation to the northern part of Amami Oshima
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Popular Tours
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