Taketomi Island

A small island in the Yaeyama archipelago, Okinawa. The village of red-tiled roofs, coral stone walls, and white sand paths is selected as a national Important Preservation District as an original Okinawan landscape. Water buffalo cart tours and star sand beaches are highlights of Okinawa tourism.

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.

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.

An Okinawan island dotted with beaches often called the most beautiful in East Asia. The white sands and emerald waters of Yonaha Maehama Beach are breathtaking, and marine activities like snorkeling and SUP have surged in popularity.

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.