BokenJapanSights in Iheya, Okinawa
Iheya · Okinawa · 11 places
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Kumaya Cave
Chert cave on Iheya Island, a prefectural natural monument called the southernmost Ama-no-Iwato site.
Nentohiramatsu Pine, Iheya Island
Nationally designated natural monument: about 300-year-old Ryukyu pine with parasol-like branches, symbol of Iheya Island.
Noho Bridge
A 320-meter curved bridge linking Iheya and Noho over emerald sea, ideal for driving.
Muzomizu Spring
Undying spring on a rock about six meters around, where a wife awaited her husband.
Yahe-iwa
About 280 million years old and about 50 meters offshore, walkable at low tide, with ancient castle traces.
Dana Kuba Mountain
Prefectural natural monument on Iheya's northern tip, covered in kuba palms, with a lighthouse.
Noho Island Observatory
Noho's best scenic point: high-ground views of Iheya Island, Noho Bridge, and the sea.
Koto-iwa
Rock like a crouching tiger overlooking Maedomari Port; five-minute walk, 360-degree views of Iheya.
Iheya Village Shimajiri Kami Ashiage
Thatched hall on eight stone pillars once used by noro in Iheya; Okinawa folk cultural property.
Iheya Village History and Folklore Museum
Museum on Iheya origins, geology, history, and annual events, three minutes from Maedomari Port.
Katakuma Shrine
Iheya cherry-blossom spot enshrining Yagura Ufusu, Sho Hashi's great-grandfather; best in February.