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タウンガイドKUME ISLAND TOWN GUIDE 2018

VISIT

Sightseeing aroundthe “water of the ocean”
Many have not been able to resist the sea of KUME Island. Crystal clear water calls out
t o y o u a n d a s i l k y w h i t e s a n d b e a c h s o f t l y b e c k o n s y o u . V i s i t o r s e x c l a i m ,＂ K U M E I s l a n d i s
bey ond desc ript ion .” Yet, sudden ly th ey can n ot resist sayin g,＂ It is so beautiful.”

You cannot talk about KUME Island, if you do not come here!?
A small paradise covered with a white sand beach.

Ha t e n o h a m a Be a c hLike a scene from a movie, this is a＂natural studio”
of emerald green. The restless waves scatter thelight from the water’s surface and dance up thewhite sand beach. Once in a lifetime meeting! It is amarvelous view.

Left / The most beautiful uninhabitedisland in the East.A white sand beachextending 7 kilometers.
Right / A magnificent and endless sea
dressed in various blues fills your heart.

SpeakIslan ing of KdUthe b , this be MEachest!
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JAPA WALK
http://www.japawalk.com

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KUME ISLAND TOWN GUIDE 2 0 1 8Go around the white sand beach with a native horse

Kumejima Horse Farm
Various walking tours are provided, such as a walk around EEF
Beach, which has been selected as＂Japan's 100 Most Beautiful
Beaches” , a walk with horses in the sea, to a walk toward superb
view.
Address / 457 Uezu, Kumejima
Tel / 080-6491-1950
Business hours / 10: 00 ~ 17: 00
Ciosed / no scheduled holiday
kumejima-uma@kyi.biglobe.ne.jp※ You should weare cothes easy to move and clothes you can get dirty

Highly transparent sea water and a white sandbeach are outstanding even in OKINAWAtiful
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EEF Beach
A clear blue world spreading out from a whitesand beach. As you gaze out onto the ocean’s blue
gradation, feel the luxury of a beach so private likein its natural splendor. This 2-kilometer beach isrecognized as one of＂Japan's 100 Most BeautifulBeaches.” You can enjoy many activities including avariety of marine sports.
Address / Janadou, Kumejima

Feel the healing and energy-producing power of the salt water pool filledwith deep sea water drawn from a depth of 612 meters off Kumejima.

Bade Haus Kumejima
At this spa facility, Bade Haus, enjoy the blessings of deep oceanwater. The spa, popular among islander as well as tourists,
offers visitors a water pressure massage and negative ion baths.
Professional baseball players visit the spa during their springtraining.
Address / 170-1 Ou, KumejimaTel / 098-985-8600
Business hours / 10:00 ~ 21:00 (last reception 20:00)
Fee / Bade pool / adults 2,160 JPY · children 1,080 JPY
Discount after 17:00 / adults 1,944 JPY· children 972 JPY
Sauna and Outdoor hot tub / adults 1,080 JPY · children 540 JPY
Pool and Sauna / adults 2,700 JPY · children1,350 JPY※ Swimsuit and Swimming are prohibited.

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Left / You can see theocean of Kumejima.
Right / Deep ocean
water is beneficial toyour health.

2LEARN

Go around“crafts and blessing”
A t rad it ional c ult ure is still aliv e. Blessin g of deep sea w ater supports th e dev elopm e n t o f
K U M E Island . Touc h in g th e craft an d blessin g of th e islan d th rough out th e journ ey.

Mud dyeing produces the unique coloration of＂Tsumugi.”＂Tsumugi” is a fine pongee made on KUME Island

Tsumugi Village on KUME Island,＂Yuimar House”
KUME Island＂Tsumugi＂is a traditional craft which is popularnationwide. This pongee also uses＂water＂in the manufacturing
process of＂mud dyeing＂. Enjoy the distinctive Tsumugi colors.
Address / 1878-1 Majya, Kumejima
Business hours / 9:00 ~ 17:00
Fee / adults 200 JPY junior high school students or younger 100 JPY

Pick up and feelthe nice fabric ofthe Tsumugi.

Smartphone case / large
3,240 JPY (tax included)

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Shop Staff /Miwa Uehara

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Deep ocean water contributes to the developmentof KUME Island.

Okinawa Prefecture Deep Sea Water Ocean Thermal
Energy Conversion (OTEC) Demonstration Facility

Explanatory panels and mini models
are also displayed in the deep sea water
research institute. (Visit required beforereservation)

A unique business model using deep ocean water is called＂The Kumejima Model.” Deep sea water ocean thermal power
generation is a basis of the model. Unlike the traditional
types of experimental facilities, the color of the Kumejimabuilding shines in the blue sky symbolizing the bright
future of＂the Kumejima model.” This demonstration facility
welcomes visitors. (Reservation required Open weekdays
only Please make a reservation as early as possible.)
Address / 500-1 Majya, Kumejima
Tel / 098-896-8655
http://otecokinawa.com/en/index.html

We will show
you around!

Coordinator /Left: Martin Benjamin
Right: Hibino Tokiko

Ya c h i m u n D o e n b o
Yachimun, such as vessels/Shisa (Okinawan lion dog), is made of 100%
soil in KUME Island. Why don't you make an Yachimun work of the soil of
KUME Island for your memory.
Address / 790-7 Yamagusuku, Kumejima
Tel / 098-985-7457
Business hours / 9: 00-18: 00
Fee / Shisa 3,000 yen (tax included)
Coloring 2,050 yen (tax included)

You can find deep ocean water
related goods here.

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deeot mDo nA lunch buffet is served on weekdays. Themenu changes every day! Lunch sold by thegram, so please have as much as you like!!
Address / 500-7 Majya, Kumejima
Tel / 098-985-7705
Business Hours / Weekdays 12:30 ~ 17:00
Saturdays, Sundays and Public Holidays
10:30 ~ 17:00 ※ Lunch 11:45 ~ *closed assoon as the buffet is sold out
Closed / TuesdaysTry the delicious sea grapes of KUME Island, grown in deep ocean water?

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KUME Island Ocean Deep Sea Water
Development Sea Grape Farmding

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Speaking of Kumejima is a sea grape. This sea grape has been growing inthe deep ocean water, while controling sunlight and temperature. You canenjoy picking and tasting the sea grapes (reservation required).
Address / 486-11 Majya, Kumejima
Tel / 098-985-7822
Business hours / Monday - Friday afternoon
nakamichi@kumejima-kaiyoshinsosui.co.jp

Admission / visit only (free of charge)
Picking and tasting: Adult 1,080 yen (taxincluded) Child (high school student orless) 760 yen (tax included)4

EVENT&FEEL NATURE

Go around“mountain,sea,and culture”
The

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Islandcamef r o m ＂K U M I

Island” whichmeans

the most beautiful island in Ryukyu area. It has been attracting
visitors.

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Upper left /＂Water of the mountain” creates rich green fields.
Bottom left / An ecosystem of small living creatures co-exist in thisforest.
Right / You will be guided through this region, filled with tracesof long ago inhabitants, which has been registered under theRamsar Convention.

A guided tour around the wetlands which
are registered in the Ramsar Convention.

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KUME Island School＂Shima no Gakko”

NIBUTI Forest Walk

A program with expert and knowledgeable
KUME Island tour guides. Enjoy hiking on
mountain trails with guides filled withexpert knowledge and humor. Discover
the ruins of an ancient rice paddy with thehelp of an expert tour guide.
Tel / 098-851-7973 (reservation required)
Number of participants / 2 (for elementaryschool students and above) at minimum
Fee / 4,320 yen (tax included)
Meeting point / Daruma Mountain Park
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School /Shoukin Hokumura※You should・know that your clothes may get wet・wear clothes which allow ease of movement
・wear sneakers or athletic shoes
・bring cover and protection for your legs・be aware of the possibility of heat stroke・bring a towel

Clear water and clean air provide a safe home
for the＂Kumejima firefly,” a Natural Treasure.

KUME Island Firefly Pavilion
The Firefly Pavilion is the entrance to a sanctuary(Ramsar swamp) which protects the Kumesima firefly
and the crayfish squirrel. Learn how to protect theenvironment of the headwater (a protected area) thatmother and people have produced, and also enjoy riveractivities.＂Firefly Rangers” (the children of the island)
are working for the protection of the environment.
Address / 420 Ota, Kumejima
Tel / 098-896-7100
Business hours / 10:00 ~ 17:00
Closed / Monday・Tuesday
Fee / adults :100 JPY children: 50 JPY
saiyousyazinn@gmail.com

5Upper left / The area behind the river is a good playground.
Bottom left / You can meet the various creatures of KUME Island.
Right / The beautiful stained glass sparkles like the light of thefirefly.

Come and enjoy
the Firefly Pavilion!

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Learn about the endangered sea turtle which is
faced with extinction!

Sea Turtle Museum of KUME Island

Hexagonal shaped rocks make you feel in touch with the earth.

O u I s l a n d / Ta t a mi S t o n e sTatami stones can be found on Ou Island in the southwestern part ofKUME Island. Fascinating all who visit there, the unbelievably beautiful
geometric pattern of the stones is a product of nature. Please feel thebreath of the earth from the Tatami stone, which is designated as anational natural treasure.

Located on Ou Island, the Sea Turtle Museum has a large
aquarium and a mini theater. Everyone, young and old, will
enjoy touring the museum and a close-up view of turtles.
The＂turtle encounter tour” opens during Golden Week
and the summer holidays. 10 visitors (maximum) a day.
(Reservations required, extra charge)
Come andsee me ♪

Address / Ou, Kumejima

Address / 170 Ou, Kumejima
Business hours / 9:00 ~ 17:00
Fee / Adults (high school students orolder) 300 JPY
Children (junior high school studentsor younger) 200 JPY※ English version is available.

The surface of these rocks spreads out like the shell of a turtle.
They are also called tortoise stones.（Seen at low tide）

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Stand upon a hill of grass and look acrossthe peaceful sea of KUME Island

S H I N R I Be a c h P a r k
A beautiful scene as the sun sets in the shallow watersof the SHINRI Beach Park. The campground at SHINRI
Beach Park welcomes all visitors.
Address / 113 Ohara, Kumejima

The peaceful sea is so restful. You can feel free to let go and relax.
Gaze upon the wonderful ocean from a well-manicured lawn.

A power spot for prayers by those who wish to have a baby.

MI I F UGA A
The big rock standing in the open rock wall isMIIFUGAA (female rock), where the waves comeand go. It is said that this is a spiritual place where
women may be blessed with good children. The
landscape among the rocks is so beautiful.

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during the Bon Festival

E is a ( d an ce)
The Bon festival takes place in Augustin Okinawa. It is a time when
Buddhists remember people in theirfamily who have died. During the Bon
Festival,＂Eisa”, a memorial dance, isprovided, in order to sends back theancestral spirit to the heven. Because
the way of dancing depends on eachregion, Eisa lovers enjoy watchingaround.

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Ch o nd ar a

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It is a clown in Eisa, who
do not only plays a role in
comedy and dancing but also
plays an important role inperformance progress, liningup, fixing losting in dress style.

O k i n aw a S u moKanegusuku Shishi-mai (Lion dance)

The Okinawa Sumo has been a traditional from the Ryukyu dynasty
period. It is called＂Shima”. An enthuiastic fight attracts the audience
with a distinctive technique different from judo. fI you are experienced
judo, or self-confidence in power boast, why do not you challenge? You
can resister when you want.

Every year, traditional celebrations takes place on 15th August in theold calendar. Invited by the sound of Dragon Bell, Taiko drum, Sanshin,features lion and hatchaburo dance. For 200 years, Kanegusuku Shishimai has exorcized on disaster and pestilence of the village. It starts
hoping for huge heavett, and go around the village.

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GOURMET&Go around“Food / KUME Island Specials”

SOUVENIR

Naturalspringwater,

freshandjuicy

sweet

prawn,andtasty

Awamori are made of high quality rice in KUME Island. Please taste
fesh and juicy foods made in KUME Island.

KUME Island Ocean Deep Sea Water
Development Co., Ltd.
The deep ocean water is pumped up from the depth of 612 m. It is very rich inminerals. The fresh water＂Kumi no Mizu” is made of deep ocean water. It is veryrich in magnesium and suitable for suppliment in daily life and sports.
Address / 2178-1 Uegusuku, Kumejima
Tel / 098-992-0701
Business hours / 9: 00-18: 00

Closed / Sunday・Public holiday(Saturday afternoon)

The oldest distilled spirit in Japan is brewed with the clear
water of KUME Island.

KUME Island Awamori
Fine prize-winning Awamori

Kumejima’s Kumesen Co.,Ltd

Yo nes him a Sh u z o Co ., Ltd .

＂Kumejima’s Kumesen＂is the largest producer in its class in OKINAWA.
The brewing process brings out the good flavor of KUME Island water.
＂Kumejima’s Kumesen＂must be tasty!

Yoneshima Sake Brewery’s attractive signboards and shop curtains
command your attention. Be sure to take the chance to taste this locallybrewed gem! Most of it is consumed locally.

Address / 2157 Uegusuku, Kumejima
Tel / 098-985-2276

Address / 499 Ota, Kumejima
Tel / 098-985-23265
Business Hours / Monday - Sunday
Factory tours / 10:00 ~ 12:00
14:00 ~ 17: 00

Business hours / 9:00 ~ 17:30
info@k-kumesen.co.jpLeft / Ryubi Island 3 years oldawamori
Alcohol 35%, 720 ㎖
2,376 JPY (tax included)
Central / Shikuwasa Awamori
Alcohol 7%, 720 ㎖
1,620 JPY (tax included)
Right / Brown pouch type Awamori
Alcohol 30% 500 ㎖
810 JPY (tax included)

Left / Alcohol 43% Kumejima,
1800 ㎖
Central / Alcohol 30% Kumejima,
1800 ㎖
Right / Alcohol 40% Churanami,
1800 ㎖
Lots of different ways
to enjoy a drink!

Mi s o C o o k i e

KUME Island is the top producer ofprawn,＂KURUMA EBI＂, in Japan.

Miso cookies are made of rice miso anddelicious water. Handmade Miso cookies arevery popular for good Miso flavor and tasty
sweet. You will not tired of it.

Kuruma Ebi

You can get it at a supermarket.

The prawn shrimp is representative ofOkinawa. Seed production utilizing deep
ocean water enables the production of
shrimp free from viral diseases. Deep ocean
water is the key to achieving the largest
production of shrimp in Japan.

Prawns are carefully andlovingly raised in aquaculture
pools.

Deep ocean water cosmetics

Point Pyuru
Kumejima – Living in harmony with waterof the ocean. Point Pyuru produces andsells deep ocean water cosmetics. TheRyuspa series offers quality natural materials
including deep ocean water and seaweed.
Address / 486-12 Majya, Kumejima

A variety of cosmetics available at stores ont h e f ir st f lo o r.
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MIIFUGAAKUME Island Ocean deep sea water development Co., Ltd.
Kumejima’s Kumesen Co.,LtdHiyajo Banta(observation deck)
Obakezaka(mystery slope)

Chinbee Dunchi

KUME Island School “Shima no Gakko” NIBUTI Forest Walk

Kumejima Horse Farm

SHINRI Beach Park
Kumejima Baseball Stadium
Firefly Dome

Ajimaa Center

Yoneshima Shuzo Co., Ltd.

KUME Island Fireﬂy Pavilion

KUME Island Ocean Deep Sea Water
Development Sea Grape Farm

Kanegusuku
Kanegusuku

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Family Mart

Kumejima Firefly Pavilion
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Tsumugi Village on KUME Island, “Yuimar House”
Kumejima Town
Nakazato Office

The site of Nakazato
Magiri Kuramoto Stone Wall

Kumejima Deep Ocean Water Communication FacilityOkinawa Prefecture Deep Sea Water
Ocean Thermal Energy Conversion (OTEC)
Demonstration Facility

Tomari Fishing Port
Family Mart

Point Pyuru
Chura Fukugi (mid-road Trees)
Kumejima Sea
Turtle Center

Miyata Shop

Hatenohama Beach

Kumejima Town
Nakazato Office
Tomari Fishing Port

Bade Haus Kumejima
Sea Turtle Museum of KUME Island

EEF Beach
Ou Island / Tatami Stones

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