Spend a night on Hatoma, a remote Okinawan island with only 65 residents. This 2-day, 1-night experience includes a guided walking tour to learn about the island’s history and culture, a beachside BBQ dinner with local ingredients, and a magical night under the stars with live Okinawan folk music performed by a local sanshin master. During the tour, you’ll collect driftwood to use for that evening’s bonfire. Optional snorkeling is available for those who wish. Discover the slow rhythm of island life while enjoying nature, food, and music in one of Japan’s hidden paradises.
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The Highlight
- Experience the Island Life on Hatoma – Okinawa’s Remote Island with Only 65 Residents
- 2 Days 1 Night: Nature, Culture, and Music Experience
- Discover the charm of Hateruma Island, a tiny Okinawan island with a population of just 65 people.
- Join a guided tour to learn about the island’s history and way of life — you’ll even collect driftwood for your evening bonfire.
- Enjoy a seaside BBQ dinner featuring fresh local ingredients.
- Under a sky full of stars, gather around a bonfire made from your collected driftwood and enjoy a live Okinawan folk music performance by a local sanshin player.
- Optional paid snorkeling experience available during free time (book on site).
- English support available — perfect for international travelers.
The Experience
Escape the crowds and experience the authentic island life of Hatoma Island, a small and remote island in Okinawa’s Yaeyama archipelago.
This overnight tour begins at Ishigaki Port and takes you by ferry to Hatoma Island, where time seems to slow down. Upon arrival, enjoy a guided walking tour led by a local guide, who will share stories about the island’s culture, history, and daily life. During the tour, you will also collect driftwood that will later be used for a traditional island bonfire.
After checking in at your accommodation, the afternoon is free for you to explore the island, relax by the beach, or join optional snorkeling activities (available for an additional fee, registration on site).
In the evening, savor a BBQ dinner made with locally sourced ingredients in an outdoor setting. As night falls, gather around a warm bonfire built with the driftwood you collected earlier and enjoy a live sanshin performance by local musician Isamu Kaji. The gentle sound of the Okinawan instrument, combined with the star-filled sky and ocean breeze, creates an unforgettable island experience.
On the second day, return to Ishigaki Island by ferry, taking with you memories of Hatoma’s natural beauty, music, and slow island rhythm.
Guide Services
Languages Spoken by Guides
- English
- Japanese
Languages Spoken by Guide On-site
- English
- Japanese
Itinerary
- Include: Dinner
- 08:30Meet at the Ishigaki Remote Island Terminal and board a ferry to Hatoma Island, a small island rich in nature and traditional culture.
- 00:00Island Guided Tour Learn about the island’s culture and history while collecting driftwood for the evening bonfire.
- 11:30Pension Check-in & Free Time Enjoy free time to explore the island at your own pace, or join an optional paid snorkeling experience (bookable on site).
- 18:00BBQ Dinner An outdoor dinner featuring plenty of fresh local ingredients. Bonfire & Sanshin Live Performance Enjoy a bonfire made with the driftwood you collected, while listening to a live sanshin performance by Mr. Isamu Kaji.
- 09:10Ferry transfer from Hatoma Port to Ishigaki Port.
Price Details
How to Use
- Voucher will be sent via email. Please show your e-voucher at designated location.
Purchase Notice
・Ferry schedules may change due to weather or sea conditions. ・Optional snorkeling is not included and must be arranged on site. ・This tour involves walking outdoors; comfortable clothing and shoes are recommended. ・The tour operates with respect for local island life and environmental preservation.
Important Booking Information
・The tour may be canceled or rescheduled due to severe weather conditions, such as typhoons or rough seas. ・If you have any food allergies or dietary restrictions, please inform us in advance at the time of booking.
Cancellation Policy
- Cancellation made at least 21 day(s) before departure date, Fully refundable (100% refund)
- Cancel during 8 ~ 20 day(s) of departure, will charge 20%
- Cancel during 2 ~ 7 day(s) of departure, will charge 30%
- Cancel on 1 day(s) before departure, will charge 50%
- Cancel on activities date, Non-refundable (0% refund)