Ikema
池間Ikima24°55′ N 125°15′ EVillageIkemaPop. 468
Ikema is the fishing village of 468 people at the end of the Ikema Ohashi, and Yabiji reef tours leave from its harbour.
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Ikema's village sits by the harbour where the Ikema Ohashi lands, and the Yabiji Center on the waterfront houses Ikema Shokudo and the boats out to the Yabiji reef. Bonito fishing has driven the island since 1906. The village was part of Hirara city before the 2005 merger, and it still counts as a ward of Hirara.
Most visitors come over for the bridge and stay for a gelato at Ninufa, which looks out at Heart Rock. The 38 ha wetland in the middle of the island is a national wildlife protection area and a quiet stop for birdwatchers.
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Where do Yabiji tours leave from?
Yabiji snorkel and glass-bottom tours leave from Ikema port, and the reef is about 20 minutes out.
Is there food on Ikema island?
Yes. Kaimiru by the bridge serves soba and snacks all day, and Ikema Shokudo at the harbour serves fish at lunch only.
How do you get to Ikema?
Cross the 1,425 m Ikema Ohashi from Karimata; the drive from Miyako Airport takes about 30 minutes.
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