Things to do in Amami Islands (2025): Top nearby activities,popular attractions,itinerary planning,weather,accommodation,food,transportation,and more - all you need to know (updated August, 2025) | Trip.com
chie traveler:“Amami Oshima is rich in nature!
I wish I had gone there sooner, knowing that such a beautiful ocean was closer than Okinawa.
The food is delicious, the nature is abundant, and you can refresh your mind and body.”
エレガンスバックパッカー:“Amami Oshima is a registered World Heritage Site.
I was thinking about experiencing mangrove forests and SUP, and here I found a tour that would make my wish come true in one go by SUP through the mangrove forest😊
This was my first time trying SUP. 2 hours for 5,000 yen
It was the cheapest of the tour companies I found, and they even rented wetsuits for free.
They also had showers and I was able to borrow a hair dryer.
I recommend it.”
东海:“When the Tomori Coast appeared before our eyes, we all regretted it so much... because the itinerary planned to take a chartered tour to various attractions in the north (near the airport) when we left Amami, so we didn't have time to go to the sea... and the beauty of the Tomori Coast amazed us... the clear sea water, the fine white sand beach, and the fish abounding in the sea water... For friends who will visit Amami in the future, it is recommended that you stay near the airport for 2 nights after arriving, and move to the city of Naze after playing in Tomori, Cape Kasari, etc.”
Opening hours: 08:30-21:00 (admission ends at 20:00)
Mushfiqur Rahman Chowdhury:“Considered one of the best aquariums in the world and it’s definitely for good reason. Lots of unique fishes that are only available at the site so that’s a great motivation for marine lovers too! Don’t miss out the dolphin show just outside the main auditorium area too.”
东海:“Kakeroma Island is very beautiful, and people who have not been there can't imagine it. My biggest feeling is that the characteristics and beautiful scenery of Ishigaki Island and Miyako Island that I visited before are all gathered in Kakeroma Island. How much God loves her... Speaking of transportation, we chartered a bus from Naze City in Amami, which was very cheap per person. The famous attractions on the island include: Takeaki Ancient Tree, Miku Beach, Shiba Fishing Port, Satsukawa Bay, and the Statue of the Protector; we basically visited them all in one day, but we didn't have time to go to the sea. I won't say much, everyone can see the pictures”
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东海:“The legendary beauty only appears at low tide on the day of high tide every year. Of course, it must be during the day. The first day we went there was too windy and rainy, so we finally made the trip on the second day. The beauty of Yurigahama lies in the star sand folds washed by the waves and the incomparable beauty of the sea. See the pictures or”
くろくり:“My first bullfight! I was so excited.
About 3,000 people gathered in the magnificent dome, reminiscent of the Colosseum, which seems out of place on an island with a population of 30,000.
It was a moment that made me feel the passion the islanders have for bullfighting.”
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东海:“This is a chain restaurant that only operates in Kagoshima and Amami. It is very economical. It mainly provides simple meals and set meals. Many set meals come with coffee and all-you-can-eat drinks. I have eaten breakfast here many times on Amami Oshima, and I am so happy to have met it again in Tokunoshima this time!”