About
Tokyo's islands 24 hours away by ferry
Why go
- Felt like stepping into another world
- Pristine beaches with white sand, crystal-clear waters
- Like stepping into a nature documentary
Must try
- Snorkel with wild sea turtles
- Swim at kopepe beach
- Tour to minamijima, a protected island
- Spot fruit bats at dusk
- Hiking through jungle trails with ocean views
Pro tips
- Book tours early, ideally right after arriving
- Tourist center helps find english-speaking tours
- Take the ogasawara maru ferry from takeshiba pier
- Ferry runs about once a week, takes 24 hours
- Choose a middle-deck cabin if you get seasick
Good to know
- Minamijima has limited access — booking required
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Rating
4.7 / 5 (149 reviews)