Since ancient times, there has been an island called "Island of God" in the southern part of Okinawa Main Island - Kutaka Island**. There are no towering buildings on the island, and some are small villages standing in pristine natural environments.

Okinawa There has been an island called "Island of God" in the southern part of the island since ancient times - Kugaoshima .

There are no towering buildings on the island, some are small villages standing in the pristine natural environment. The conversation between residents still uses the ウぁおーグぁ (※1), which has been passed down to this day, and he always greets people warmly when they meet. This is the island where you can feel the past style of Okinawa in this way.

※1…Okinawa dialect

Driving from Naha for about 30 minutes to Nancheng where Saiba Ogata is located, then take a highway boat for about 15 minutes. With a circumference of about 8 kilometers and a population of about 200 people, the quiet and pleasant scenery of Jiugao Island will come into view.

Kugaoshima has recently begun to attract attention because of being an energy attraction. It is perfect for quiet and leisurely spending in this beautiful natural environment.

The island where the god of Okinawa first came

In ancient legend, the god "Amamikiyo" who created Ryukyu (※2) fell from the sky, and Kutaka Island was the place where He began to build a country. This is why Kutaka Island is still considered a holy place in Ryukyu and is known as the "Island of God".

The kings of Ryukyu in all dynasties will definitely go to Kugao Island to pay homage, and there will be about 30 sacrificial activities in a year so far.

※2…Okinawa’s ancient name

The unique land system that protects island traditions and culture

Kugao Island has a special land system. Except for a part of the state-owned land, the others on the island are shared by the entire island.

person has the right to use it, and all persons outside the island will not be recognized. This system is believed to have eliminated the excessive reclamation of islands, strengthened the emotions of islanders' communities, and allowed traditions and culture to be preserved to this day. In addition, the island can also recycle the right to use empty houses or abandoned farmland, leaving almost no abandoned areas on the island. This may be the reason why the entire island can make people feel angry.

When it comes to Okinawa offshore islands, you will have the impression of playing water activities. But if you are on Kugao Island, you are recommended to ride a bicycle to experience the nature here while enjoying the ubiquitous sanctuary attractions!

The terrain of the whole island is flat, and the bicycle can surround it for about 3 hours. There are many bicycle rental shops near the port. Although the map distributed on the ship is handwritten, it is accompanied by a kind and detailed location explanation, so you can feel the sincere hospitality of the people on the island.

There are few fancy signs here, and most of them only have store names marked, so please enjoy the scenery slowly while riding a bicycle! Although the island can move freely, the holy places distributed everywhere are exceptions. The sea and forest are places in the sanctuary and places that are completely prohibited from entering. Please be sure to pay attention when swimming or deviating from the road.

top 5 recommended locations in Kugaoshima!

facing the blue sea, you can see the Cabal Cape on Okinawa's main island.

1.Cabal Cape (Kaokaoka): Just looking at it is like a beautiful scene that purifies the mind. It is said to be the legendary holy land where the god Amamikiyo landed.

2. Pukui Yushi (Fubu ・ー Yushi, クボー Yushi): is the highest-level sacred domain in Okinawa, and is an area that is completely prohibited from entering by one of the "Seven Yushis" in Okinawa. Walking near the entrance, you can feel surrounded by a quiet and sacred atmosphere.

3. Kugao Hall and Waima Hall : Two major sacrificial grounds on Kugao Island. It is still a sacred place for performing island-related rituals.

only has the Ishiki beach of endless white sand, without any artificial items.

4.Ishiki Beach (イシキ日): is located on the white sand beach on the south side of the island. It is said to be a place where the pot of grains floats, so Okinawa's agriculture has been launched here. In addition, since ancient times, the island residents have believed that there is a place of prayer on the other side of the sea.

※3…In the ancient legend of Okinawa, it exists on the ideal town on the other side of the sea.

You can encounter a refreshing and energy-filled scenery when you walk on the island.

5.Romance Road (ロマンスロード): has a few roads for renovation. At the rest of the way, you can see a very clear and transparent blue ocean.In addition, you can also see the Okinawa main island on the far opposite shore. As long as you sit here and look at the sea, your mind will feel healed.

Here, you can stay in nature without being oppressed by time and enjoy the relaxing time that you can take a deep breath.

Representative local cuisine "Haishe Soup" is said to have the effects of nourishing and nourishing the body.

Come here, be sure to taste the sea snake that is regarded as a sacred food, as well as many naturally grown herbs and vegetables.

can get in touch with the original Okinawan scenery and the true nature of Okinawans on Kutaka Island. You can travel back and forth on the same day when you start from Naha. Please be sure to visit this place where you relax and feel free!

information

Address: Nancheng, Chongqi Prefecture, Zhinianjiugao

Transportation mode: Take a high-speed boat from Azumahara Port to Naruto Port for about 15 minutes, and the ferry is about 25 minutes.

[Fee] (3 round trips each day, totaling 6 trips)

high Speed ​​boat: 760 yen one way, 1,460 yen round trip

Ferry: 670 yen one way, 1,280 yen round trip

[How to get to Azama Port]

◎ From Naha Airport: Take a bus from Fengmi Castle and Se Nagashima near , drive south from the intersection of Meikama to Okinawa Expressway, get off at the Nanfenghara North Interchange. Turn right on National Highway 329 and walk straight to Line 331 at the entrance of Yunayuan Crossroad (in front of Yunayuan Police Station). After passing through the Minami City Sashiki, turn left at Chinian Amama Harbor (there is a board at the entrance, the same entrance as Sansan Beach).

◎Take route bus from Naha City : Take Dongyang Bus No. 38 at Naha Bus Terminal. Get off at the "Zhimian Aza Sansan Beach Entrance (Zhimian Aza Sansan Beach Entrance)" station and walk for 5 minutes.

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