What is Izena Island?…
Located about 55 minutes by ferry from the northern part of Okinawa's main island, this island with a population of about 1,200 people floats in an emerald green sea.
That is,**Izena Island**.
The founder of the Ryukyu Dynasty and the Second Sho Dynasty, King Sho En, was born. **Sacred Land of the Ryukyus**It is an island called.
Island Charm
King Sho En
It is a miraculous story of a boy born to a poor farmer on this island in 1415 who became King of the Ryukyu Kingdom at the age of 55. Historical sites related to King Sho En still remain on the island.
Major historical sites: Izenaga Tama Palace Tomb of King Sho En (Nationally Designated Historic Site)
Mekari family Ryukyu architecture over 200 years old (nationally designated important cultural property)
Izena Castle Ruins A spectacular panoramic view from 120m above sea level
[Nature] Emerald green sea and natural monuments
The sea is incredibly clear The sea surrounded by coral reefs is beautiful with transparency of over 20m.
Nationally designated natural monument "Izena Coastal Forest" A row of Fukugi trees, each over 100 years old, continues to protect the village from typhoons.
strange rock formations The male and female rocks of Futamigaura Beach – Umi Gitara and Riku Gitara. Natural art created by Ryukyu limestone.
[Culture] 600 years of tradition
traditional events
Unjami (Sea God Festival) - June of the lunar calendar
Upuyumi (Large Bow Festival) - August of the lunar calendar
Izena Festival – Every autumn
traditional performing arts
Izenamusu Taiko / Eisa
Specialty products
glutinous rice Winner of the Gold Prize in the Japan's Best Rice Contest
Purple sweet potato Boasting a rich sweetness
seafood Spiny lobster, luminous shell, mozuku seaweed
Izena Island Beer Craft beer brewed on the island
Access to Izena Island
Naha Airport → 90 minutes by car (rental car recommended) Unten Port (Motobu Town) → 55 minutes by ferry Izena Island, Maedomari Port
*Please check whether it is okay to bring rental cars onto the ship.
Operation: Ferry Izena Shoen, 2 trips per day (3 trips during peak season)
1st flight: Departs Unten Port at 09:00 → Arrives Izena Island at 09:55
2nd flight: Departs Unten Port at 15:00 → Arrives Izena Island at 15:55
Fare: Adults: 2,490 yen one way, 4,740 yen round trip / Children: 1,250 yen one way, 2,380 yen round trip
Reservations: 0980-47-2255 *Early reservations are recommended during peak seasons
[Important] Travel etiquette that respects the island
Before being a tourist destination, Izena Island is a place of life for 1,200 islanders.
We ask all visitors to show our sincere respect to the island.
[Protection of the natural environment]
・Always take your trash with you ・Do not step on, break, or take home coral ・Do not capture living creatures ・Use sunscreen that is gentle on coral ・Stand on coral ・Do not take home large amounts of shells, sand, or stones ・Feed marine life ・Walk on designated walking paths ・Do not collect plants (many are natural monuments) ・Break off camphor tree branches ・Enter private property without permission ・Litter cigarettes ・Speeding ・Drinking and driving (strictly prohibited)
Travel Tips
Izena Island will welcome you.
But that's because you have a heart that respects the island.
So that this beautiful island will continue to remain beautiful in the future.
The attitude of each individual will shape the future of the island.
English 
Japanese