Why a Yabiji Tour is a Must-Do in Miyakojima

If you've been captivated by 'Miyako Blue' while traveling in Miyakojima, it's time to meet the 'real owner' of that blue hue. Hidden in the sea north of the island lies Japan's largest coral reef cluster, Yabiji. It's no exaggeration to say that divers and snorkelers from around the world are booking tickets to Miyakojima solely for this scenery. Here's why a Yabiji tour isn't just a 'must' but the 'whole point' of a Miyakojima trip.


1. An 'Underwater City' Created by Over 100 Reefs

Yabiji is a vast underwater world spanning approximately 12km north to south and 8km east to west, formed by over 100 large and small coral reefs. The moment you encounter the surface of the water suddenly turning emerald green in the middle of the sea after a long boat ride, an unreal wonder begins.

Thanks to the diverse terrain, from shallow waters to deep cliffs, you can experience the vibrant 'real sea' with your whole body, not just the scenery beyond an aquarium, simply by snorkeling.


2. Transparency 'Beyond Imagination' and the Colors of Living Coral

The sea of Yabiji is so transparent that you can clearly see the shape of the coral on the bottom even from the surface. The moment you jump into the water, colorful table corals and eda coral clusters stretch out endlessly, and natural monument-class tropical fish swimming between them welcome you.

If you're lucky, you may even encounter a magical moment of swimming side by side with the sea turtles that are regular visitors here. The impression given by the untouched natural ecosystem is a unique privilege of Yabiji that no theme park can imitate.


3. A Secret Paradise Only Accessible by Boat

Yabiji is located in the open sea away from land, so you must travel by tour boat. As a result, there are fewer people, and you can encounter a cleanly preserved sea.

Recently, to protect the environment, the number of visitors is limited per day, or eco-tours are conducted, making snorkeling more private and relaxing. Experienced guides check the waves and tides of the day and guide you to the most beautiful points, so you can just relax and open the treasure chest that Miyakojima has hidden.

If you have to pick just one activity on your trip to Miyakojima this year, it's Yabiji without hesitation. Book now on WAUG and jump into the most transparent sea that the Japanese archipelago has cherished. The pinnacle of the 'Miyako Blue' you've been dreaming of awaits you there.