Yoro Jima
Island Small subtropical island with coastal reefs and fishing
A small Ryukyu-area island in Kagoshima Prefecture with beaches, reefs and fishing villages; visitors arrive for snorkeling, beachcombing and quiet island roads.
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Yoro Jima is a small island administered as part of Kagoshima Prefecture in southern Japan, situated among the Ryukyu/Amami island groups. The island is sparsely populated and characterized by coastal scenery and rural island communities.
Visitors typically come for short visits, local beaches and simple village atmospheres rather than significant tourist infrastructure. Transport connections are by regional ferry services that link the island to larger nearby islands or mainland ports.
The island lies within Kagoshima’s island chain in southern Japan and is reached by scheduled maritime connections from local ports.
- Access and facilities: Access is generally by regional ferry services; facilities on the island are basic and suited to short stays or day visits.
How to Get to Yoro Jima #
Access usually by local ferries from the nearest larger island or Kagoshima mainland ports; schedules and routes vary by season and operator. Check Kagoshima prefectural ferry timetables.
Tips for Visiting Yoro Jima #
- Check local ferry schedules as connections can be infrequent and weather-dependent.
- Respect local regulations regarding protected marine and bird habitats.
- Bring cash and supplies; services on small islands are limited.
Best Time to Visit Yoro Jima #
Late spring to early autumn is best for boat access and sea activities; check local weather and ferry timetables.
Weather & Climate near Yoro Jima #
Yoro Jima's climate is classified as Humid Subtropical - Humid Subtropical climate with hot summers (peaking in July) and mild winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 13°C to 30°C. Heavy rainfall (2352 mm/year), wettest in June.
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 18°C and lows of 13°C. Significant rainfall (135 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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February
February is the coolest month with highs of 17°C and lows of 13°C. Significant rainfall (146 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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March
March is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 15°C. Significant rainfall (173 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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April
April is mild with highs of 22°C and lows of 18°C. Heavy rain (234 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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May
May is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 20°C. Heavy rain (283 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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June
June is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 24°C). The wettest month with heavy rain (341 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is the hottest month, feeling like 33°C with oppressive humidity. Significant rainfall (198 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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August
August is hot, feeling like 32°C with oppressive humidity. Heavy rain (206 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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September
September is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 24°C). Significant rainfall (179 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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October
October is warm with highs of 26°C and lows of 22°C. Significant rainfall (165 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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November
November is mild with highs of 23°C and lows of 18°C. Significant rainfall (172 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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December
December is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 15°C. Significant rainfall (120 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
