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 at a Glance#
About Fukaji Island#
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.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Acceptable | 17° - 20° | 18° | 131 mm | overcast | 75% | 4.9 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 10.6h |
| February | Acceptable | 16° - 20° | 18° | 129 mm | overcast | 77% | 4.7 m/s | 1.0 high | 11.1h |
| March | Acceptable | 17° - 21° | 19° | 175 mm | overcast | 77% | 4.4 m/s | 1.3 high | 11.9h |
| April | Good | 20° - 24° | 22° | 182 mm | overcast | 80% | 4.5 m/s | 1.5 very high | 12.7h |
| May | Good | 23° - 26° | 24° | 238 mm | overcast | 84% | 4.2 m/s | 1.8 very high | 13.3h |
| June | Good | 26° - 29° | 32° | 240 mm | overcast | 88% | 3.9 m/s | 2.1 extreme | 13.6h |
| July | Good | 27° - 31° | 36° | 172 mm | partly cloudy | 83% | 4.2 m/s | 2.5 extreme | 13.5h |
| August | Good | 27° - 31° | 36° | 250 mm | partly cloudy | 82% | 4.9 m/s | 2.3 extreme | 12.9h |
| September | Very Good | 26° - 30° | 32° | 214 mm | partly cloudy | 80% | 4.2 m/s | 1.9 very high | 12.2h |
| October | Very Good | 24° - 28° | 26° | 173 mm | partly cloudy | 77% | 4.7 m/s | 1.4 high | 11.4h |
| November | Very Good | 22° - 25° | 23° | 134 mm | overcast | 76% | 5.1 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 10.7h |
| December | Good | 19° - 22° | 20° | 110 mm | overcast | 75% | 4.2 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 10.4h |
