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Okinoerabu Island / Wadomari Port
Okinoerabu-jima is an island with a coastline of about 56 Km. It’s formed by emerged coral reefs. The annual average temperature is 22℃ and many tropical and subtropical flowers bloom throughout the year thanks to the mild climate. It is dubbed as “The Island Of Flowers And Limestone Caves” due to many underground limestone caves.
Port details
| Length | 190ｍ |
| Water Depth | 9ｍ |
| Maximum Gross Tonnage | 28,856ｔ |
Ships calling at Okinoerabu Island
Warm, rich lifestyle of Okinoerabu Island
Visit Okinoerabu Island to enjoy clear blue seas and sky, dazzling sun, and warm-hearted people who offer a wonderful "menshouri" (welcome).
Yachimuchi, soul food of Okinoerabu Island
Yachimuchi is a snack popular with children that is baked within family groups, typically by grandmothers and mothers. Visitors can enjoy the simple sweetness of brown sugar pancakes.
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The Easter lily, the representative flower of Okinoerabu Island, is in season from April to May. In 2017, when the Emperor and Empress of Japan visited the island, local people chose to express the kindness of their hearts by welcoming the pair with Easter lilies in full bloom.
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Okinoerabu Island Caving Tours
Originally formed by rising coral, Okinoerabu Island is home to around 300 caves, both big and small, and is known as a mecca for cave lovers.
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Ujijihama
Carved out by the waves, these unusual limestone shapes resemble natural works of art. From certain angles, they even look like animals or plants.
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The Largest Banyan Tree in Japan
This beautiful Banyan tree is shaped like Mt. Fuji, and its branches spread out over much of the school yard that it calls home.
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Erabu Lily
Erabu Lily is the common name for the Easter Lily, the representative flower of Okinoerabu Island. The history of the flower on the island goes back over 100 years when a visiting Englishman promoted the cultivation of lilies. The flowers bloom from April to May, and their large, pure white flowers stand out against the blue sky.
Videos - Be Inspired!
Mijirasha Okinoerabu
In the local island dialect, “mijirasha” means interesting or fun. Click here to see videos of the wonderful scenery and fun activities of the island.
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