Kyushu Okinawa
Setouchi
Unspoiled nature and Unique Culture
In the Southern part of Amami Islands Setouchi which is an inland waterway fully protected by beautiful hilly islands, and boasting stunning waters and white sandy beaches.
Setouchi village is located right in the middle of the natural scenic waterway and the subtropical islands of Ukeshima, Yoroshima and Kakeroma make the breakwater for this pristine location which has lots of great anchorages.
It is a place to play, relax, go ashore and eat with local people in the sleepy village or hike the forested hills and take in the magnificence of this area.
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Ankyaba the remains of a military installation which was to observe this area to ensure the safety of the fleets anchored in the strait.
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Katoku Beach surrounded by the mountains on its three sides, a great spot for swimming and surfing.
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Honohoshi Beach round stones make a sort of rolling sound when they are hit by the waves
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Shodonshibaya The dancing and music is performed by an all-male cast wearing masks, highly regarded as a cultural treasure.
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UKEYURI A lily that ranges only on Amami-oshima and its neighboring islands designated as an engaged species.
Cruising Maps
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Amami
A haven of sea and sand
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Beppu
A group of eight hot spring towns
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Fukuoka & Omuta
Friendly people, fantastic ramen, Japan’s biggest festival
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Goto Retto
Marine playground and former haven of secret Christianity
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Iki
The island of gods, a connecting bridge since ancient times
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Iriomote
The Galapagos of the East
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Ishigaki
Japan’s southernmost city, a tropical paradise
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Kagoshima/Ibusuki
Naples of the East ~ home to the great volcanoes
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Karatsu
castles, caves, ceramic art and a day at the beach
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Koshiki Retto
Wild natural islands with rugged cliffs and untouched bays
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Miyako
A peaceful island in the sun for watersports, cycling and golf
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Nagasaki
A vibrant port city full of color and international flair
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Okinawa
Distinct island culture born of the age of Rukyu Kingdom
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Setouchi
Unspoiled nature and Unique Culture
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Taketomi
A time capsule of traditional Ryukyu culture and architecture
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Yakushima
The country's first UNESCO World Heritage site, home to the best natural wonders
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Yonaguni
The last place in Japan to see the setting sun
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Zamami
Unspolied paradise in an emerald blue sea