Fukaji Island
Island Small uninhabited island in Okinawa Prefecture
A small island in Okinawa Prefecture lying off the main Okinawan islands; visitors and divers use it as a waypoint for coastal scenery and marine activities in nearby waters.
Fukaji Island is a small island in Okinawa Prefecture, Japan, located among the islands southwest of Okinawa’s main island. It is one of the many minor islands in the Ryukyu archipelago and lies in a subtropical marine environment.
The island is fringed by coral reef and is associated with marine biodiversity common to the Kerama and surrounding island groups; the area is used for fishing and marine recreation. Access is by boat from larger islands or Okinawa’s ports.
Historically these small islands have been part of local coastal economies and have seen seasonal habitation and maritime use. Today they are visited for their natural marine landscapes rather than for large built attractions.
Fukaji sits offshore from Okinawa’s main island within Okinawa Prefecture and is reached by local sea routes.
- Coral reef surroundings: Part of Okinawa Prefecture's island groups, the island is surrounded by coral reef and offers access to marine environments typical of the Ryukyu archipelago.
How to Get to Fukaji Island #
Access to Fukaji Island is by local boat or ferry from larger Okinawan ports; many trips depart from Motobu or Kerama area harbors. Schedules vary by season and weather-check local ferry timetables and contact tourist offices in Okinawa for current routes.
Tips for Visiting Fukaji Island #
- Access to small Okinawan islets can be weather-dependent-check ferry schedules and local notices in Motobu or nearby ports.
- Bring long sleeves and a hat; sun and sea glare are strong even on overcast days.
- Respect nesting birds: many small islands in the region are breeding grounds and may be off-limits seasonally.
Best Time to Visit Fukaji Island #
Best visited spring through early autumn when sea conditions are favorable; winter can be cool and rough.
Weather & Climate near Fukaji Island #
Subtropical climate with hot summers (peaking in July) and mild winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from 16°C to 31°C. Heavy rainfall (2148 mm/year), wettest in August.
January
January is mild with highs of 20°C and lows of 16°C. Significant rainfall (131 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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February
February is the coolest month with highs of 20°C and lows of 16°C. Significant rainfall (129 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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March
March is mild with highs of 21°C and lows of 17°C. Significant rainfall (175 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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April
April is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 20°C. Significant rainfall (182 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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May
May is warm with highs of 26°C and lows of 22°C. Heavy rain (238 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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June
June is hot, feeling like 32°C with oppressive humidity. Heavy rain (240 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is the hottest month, feeling like 36°C with oppressive humidity. Significant rainfall (172 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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August
August is hot, feeling like 36°C with oppressive humidity. The wettest month with heavy rain (250 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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September
September is hot, feeling like 32°C with oppressive humidity. Heavy rain (214 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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October
October is warm with highs of 28°C and lows of 24°C. Significant rainfall (173 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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November
November is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 22°C. Significant rainfall (134 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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December
December is mild with highs of 22°C and lows of 18°C. Significant rainfall (110 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
