Miyako Island

Tourism culture centered around Okinawa's beaches. Featured by beautiful coastlines in areas like Onna Village and Chatan Town, attracting approximately 9 million visitors annually. Popular experiences include coral reef snorkeling and sea turtle encounters. It exemplifies Japan's premier beach resort destination, blending tropical getaway experiences with local traditional culture.

A UNESCO World Natural Heritage archipelago roughly 1,000km south of Tokyo. Called the 'Galapagos of the East,' the islands are a treasure trove of endemic species. Accessible only by a 24-hour ferry, this remote paradise is popular for whale watching and diving.

An island south of Kagoshima that houses JAXA's Tanegashima Space Center, Japan's space development hub. Rocket launch viewings are popular, and the island combines historical significance as where firearms were first introduced to Japan with beautiful beach resort appeal.

A small island preserving the original Okinawan landscape of red-tiled houses, white sand roads, and bougainvillea. Famed for village tours by water buffalo cart, its easy 10-minute ferry access from Ishigaki Island adds to its popularity.

The largest island in the Sea of Japan, where gold mining history and traditional performing arts like Noh and Ondeko drums thrive. Known for the crested ibis reintroduction project, it offers unique attractions including tub boat rides and Sado Gold Mine ruins.

Japan's northernmost remote islands. 'Floating Flower Island' Rebun is an alpine plant paradise, while Rishiri features Mount Rishiri ('Rishiri Fuji'). Iconic Hokkaido scenery featured on Shiroi Koibito packaging.