Kurima-jima
Island Small Okinawan island connected by bridge, scenic beaches
A coral island in Okinawa Prefecture connected to Miyakojima by a short bridge; Kurima-jima attracts swimmers, snorkelers and day-trippers to its white-sand beaches and reef flats.
How to Get to Kurima-jima #
Regular ferries and a road bridge connect Kurima-jima to Ishigaki Island. From Ishigaki Port, take a local ferry (20-30 minutes) or drive over the Kurima Bridge if renting a car on Ishigaki. The island is compact and best explored by bicycle or scooter; there are small parking areas near beaches and viewpoints.
Tips for Visiting Kurima-jima #
- Ferry schedules between Ishigaki and Kurima-jima change seasonally; check Ishigaki Port timetables the day before.
- Rent a bicycle to explore narrow coastal roads; the island is small but hilly.
- Try local goya (bitter melon) dishes - Kurima-jima grows some of the region's best produce.
Best Time to Visit Kurima-jima #
Kurima-jima is best visited in spring or autumn for mild weather, calmer seas, and reliable ferry service.
Weather & Climate near Kurima-jima #
Subtropical climate with hot summers (peaking in July) and mild winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 16°C to 31°C. Heavy rainfall (2113 mm/year), wettest in August.
January
January is mild with highs of 20°C and lows of 16°C. Significant rainfall (149 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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February
February is mild with highs of 20°C and lows of 16°C. Significant rainfall (132 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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March
March is mild with highs of 22°C and lows of 18°C. Significant rainfall (149 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 (163 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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May
May is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 23°C). Heavy rain (213 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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June
June is hot, feeling like 31°C with oppressive humidity. Significant rainfall (184 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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July
July is the hottest month, feeling like 35°C with oppressive humidity. Significant rainfall (150 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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August
August is hot, feeling like 33°C with oppressive humidity. The wettest month with heavy rain (232 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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September
September is hot, feeling like 30°C with oppressive humidity. Heavy rain (211 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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October
October is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 22°C). Heavy rain (211 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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November
November is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 21°C. Significant rainfall (171 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 (148 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
