What is a Yaebiji, the most beautiful sea in Japan?
Many people travel to Miyako Island yearly to enjoy the crystal clear waters.
Do you know of an area of Miyako Island with an outstandingly large number of coral reefs and crystal-clear waters?
Yabiji,” located on the north side of Ikema Island, which can be reached by crossing a bridge from Miyako Island, is said to be one of Japan’s largest coral reef areas.
The Yabiji is home to an abundance of more than 100 species of colorful corals in an area of approximately 110㎢.
Hailed as “Japan’s Great Barrier Reef,” the area was designated a national natural monument in 2013.
Yabiji is a well-known scenic spot that appears in many tourist guidebooks.
It is a must-visit place when you come to Miyako Island.
Marine activities such as snorkeling and diving are available year-round at Yabiji.
If you are coming to Miyako Island to enjoy the beautiful sea, please join a tour of the Yabiji and experience the sea, renowned as the best in Japan.
The attraction of the Yabiji Tour
Colorful coral
The Yabiji Sea is home to colorful corals that cover the entire seafloor.
There are more than several hundred species.
The variety of coral reefs that can be seen on the seafloor will surely give you the feeling of being in a forest created by the sea.
It is a spectacular view that you should see at least once.
Tropical fish
Areas rich in coral reefs are nutrient-rich waters, and much tropical fish live around the coral reefs. It is said that more than 100 species of tropical fish can be seen here.
When you look underwater, you will be amazed to see an overflow of tropical fish swimming here and there.
You can see colorful tropical fish swimming in groups, some larger than you can imagine, so swim in a natural aquarium.
Sea Clarity
The waters of Yabiji are among the most transparent in Japan so you can see the colorful coral reefs on the ocean floor and underwater.
On a clear day, it is said that you can even see 50 meters ahead in the ocean.
Please come and see with your own eyes the underwater world, which is too beautiful for words.
What to wear, bring, and rent for Yaebise tours
What to wear for the Yabiji Tour
| Summer | swimsuits, sandals, rash guards, leggings, etc. |
| Winter | swimsuit (to be worn inside the wetsuit), sandals, thick clothes that can get wet (clothes that can be worn during transportation) |
What to bring when participating in the Yabiji Tour
| Things to bring | sunscreen, sunglasses, drink, towel, change of clothes, seasickness medicine (only for those who need it) |
Rental Equipment for Yabiji Tour
| Rental equipment | snorkel mask, fins, life jacket, wetsuit (winter only) |
All equipment necessary for snorkeling tours can be rented.
The same is true for Introductory Diving.
Snorkeling and diving are popular at Yabiji.
Snorkeling is an easy way to view the underwater world.
You can rent all the necessary equipment if you have a swimsuit and towel.
In Miyako Island, with its mild climate, snorkeling can be enjoyed even in winter if you wear a wetsuit.
We recommend taking a diving tour for those who want to get up close and personal with coral reefs and tropical fish on the ocean floor and in the deep.
With snorkeling, you can only look underwater from near the surface, but diving allows you to look at the coral reefs on the ocean floor.
In addition, Yabiji also offers fishing tours and cruising tours.
Although you will not dive into the sea, you can still enjoy Yabiji’s beautiful sea from a boat, so these tours are also recommended.
In particular, fishing in Yabiji, where tropical fish are abundant, is a unique attraction that can only be enjoyed here. Many people visit Miyako Island for this tour.
All these tours introduced here are top-rated, so make reservations as soon as possible.
Yabiji tours are fun for the whole family.
Yabiji’s tours are visited by many people every year. They have become one of the most popular tours on Miyako Island.
One of the reasons for this is that it is enjoyable enough for families with children and even for those who are not good at exercising.
Young children and adults alike will be delighted by the sight of so many tropical fish swimming in the crystal clear waters.
We encourage you to share this spectacular view with your family or as a couple.
