Kume-jima loop day from Eef Beach
big dayFit riders and e-bikers who want the island's one big climb and the view over Hatenohama.
The Kume-jima loop day rides 37.2 km from Eef Beach to Tatami-ishi and up the 182 m climb to Hiyajo Banta over Hatenohama, then round the north and south coasts, with lunch at the airport soba counter and a swim at the finish.
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Hour by hour
The day一日
- 08:00sightTatami-ishi at low tideOver the causeway to Ou-jima; check the tide.
- 09:00coffeeKumejimarl Café in MajaBefore the climb.
- 09:45rideClimb to Hiyajo Banta182 m of climbing by our route data, with Hatenohama below.
- 11:00coffeePineapple juice at Akamine Pine En
- 12:00lunchSoba at Parlor Kumi in the airportIn the airport terminal.
- 13:30rideGima, Kanegusuku and the south coast
- 15:00coffeePizza or coffee at Backshore RanchCheck its closing days before you set out.
- 16:00swimEef Beach
- 19:00dinnerDinner in the Eef strip
Our route data puts the loop at 37.2 km with 519 m of climbing, most of it in one long rise from the Maja coast to Hiyajo Banta. Go to Tatami-ishi first if the tide is low, and keep the airport soba counter as the reliable lunch.
In winter the Kumejima Town Tourism Association warns of the strong north wind, miinishi, and air that feels colder than its 15–20 °C. Carry a layer for the lookout, and ride on a day when the cloud lifts for the view.
Full route guide