A journey to discover Yonaguni Blue
Yonaguni Island, the westernmost point of Japan.
It is approximately 2,000km from Tokyo and only 111km from Taiwan.
This border island has a color that can only be found here.
That is "Yonaguni Blue."
What is Yonaguni Blue?
The deep, clear blue of the ocean, which boasts a transparency of over 40 meters, is captivating. It appears azure from the sky, and a curtain of light when viewed from underwater.
This color can only be found on Yonaguni Island.
The stunning scenery of the border island
From the sky
・Nishizaki (Japan's westernmost point) ・A coastline lined with sheer cliffs ・A long, narrow landscape measuring 12km east to west and 4km north to south ・A spectacular 360-degree view from Mt. Urabu (231.3m)
From the sea
・World-famous diving spot "undersea topography" ・Schools of hammerhead sharks ・Yonaguni blue with visibility of over 40m ・Mysterious ruins lying on the seabed
Video that could only be captured by DRONE47
Drone aerial footage and underwater footage.
The true face of Yonaguni Island was recorded from two perspectives.
Regarding filming permission
・Special photography permits have been obtained for all areas of Yonaguni Island
・Fully backed by Yonaguni Town Tourism Association
・Filming was carried out under the direction of the Japan Coast Guard
・Permission obtained for high altitude flights of 150m or more
To all visitors to Yonaguni Island
This island is a treasure that has been protected by the islanders for generations.
please
・Please be considerate of the natural environment
・Please be sure to take your trash home with you
・Do not fly drones without permission
・Underwater photography with a professional guide
Please be respectful and experience this miraculous sight.
Access information
plane
- From Naha Airport: Approximately 1 hour 30 minutes (RAC Ryukyu Air Commuter)
- From Ishigaki Airport: Approximately 30 minutes (RAC Ryukyu Air Commuter)
ferry
- From Ishigaki Island: Approximately 4 hours (2 flights per week)
*Flights are recommended as there are many cancellations due to sea conditions.
Traveling around the island
- Car rental: Approximately 1 hour around the island
- Rental bikes: Approx. 1.5 hours around the island
- Bicycle rental: Approximately 3 to 5 hours around the island
- taxi: Limited number of units, advance reservations recommended
Things to know before visiting Yonaguni Island
Best season
- Playing in the sea: April to October
- hammerhead shark: November to May (winter)
- Marlin fishing: June to September
- typhoon: July to October (be especially careful in September)
How to spend time on the island
- Minimum stay: 2 nights and 3 days recommended (day trips are possible, but they are hectic)
- meal: Fresh swordfish, island tofu, and awamori "Donan" are local specialties
- stay: Mostly guesthouses, only a few hotels
- shopping: No convenience stores, only a few shops
Notes
- medical facilities: Only one clinic (helicopter transport in severe cases)
- gas station: Only a few places on the island, many closed on Sundays
- ATM: Post office only (bring plenty of cash)
- mobile phone: Signal is weak in some areas
Summary: What Yonaguni Island can teach us
Yonaguni Island is a special place where, although it is in Japan, Japanese common sense does not apply.
Taiwan is 111km away. On a clear day, exotic mountain ranges can be seen beyond the horizon. It has a unique language and culture, and a history of flourishing as an independent nation. Mysterious ruins lie beneath the sea. Although it is an isolated island in the middle of the ocean, the people are warm and the nature is overwhelmingly beautiful.
What emerged from the drone aerial photography was the magnificent scale of this small island, and the harmony between people and nature.
Yonaguni Island has a unique charm that cannot be fully described by the catchphrase "Japan's westernmost point."
Be sure to visit this border island and experience the spectacular scenery that stretches out at the edge of Japan.
Message from DRONE47
This aerial photography of Yonaguni Island was done with special permission in order to convey the island's charm to the whole of Japan and the world.
Details of shooting results:
- Drone aerial photography of the entire Yonaguni Island
- Major spots include Higashizaki, Nishizaki, Gunkaniwa, and Tategamiiwa
- Yonaguni horse pastures and three villages
- Coastlines, cliffs, and coral reefs
- Recording in 4K high quality
DRONE47 continues to promote the charm of each region by taking aerial photos of tourist spots in all 47 prefectures. Even in difficult locations like Yonaguni Island, we obtain the appropriate permits and use our filming techniques to capture unique footage.
For local governments and tourism associations wishing to produce tourism promotional videos
DRONE47 has a track record of filming in over 1,000 locations across the country, and can even film in locations where special permission is required.
Please feel free to contact us.
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Related Links
- YouTube: Yonaguni Island from the sky
- Yonaguni Town Tourism Association
- Yonaguni Town Official Website
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