Kume Island travel guide: Sandbars, Tatami-ishi and castle ruins
Explore Kume Island’s Hatenohama sandbar, Eef Beach, Tatami-ishi on Ou Island and historic castle ruins, including officially recognized natural monuments.
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Kume Island (久米島) is approximately 35 minutes by air from Naha (official reference information as of June 2025). This page organizes the island’s characteristic sights using official information.
Key points
- Main sights listed in official tourism information include Hatenohama (ハテの浜), Eef Beach (イーフビーチ), Tatami-ishi (畳石) on Ou Island and historic castle ruins.
- Hatenohama is an offshore sandbar reached by boat. Departures depend on weather and the chosen tour.
- Kumejima Town lists Tatami-ishi on Ou Island in Kumejima Town as a nationally designated Natural Monument.
- The Kumejima Tourism Association’s attractions page lists starting points including Hatenohama and Hiyajo Banta (比屋定バンタ).
Types of attraction
| Type | Examples |
|---|---|
| Beaches and sandbars | Hatenohama and Eef Beach |
| Geological scenery | Tatami-ishi on Ou Island |
| History | Castle ruins including Uegusuku Castle Ruins (宇江城城跡) |
Feature articles
- Naha to Kume Island: Comparing flights, regular ferries and high-speed boats
- Hatenohama sandbar and Tatami-ishi on Kume: Distinguishing coastal scenery
More pages
Notes
- Check operators’ official sites for flights and boats to Kume Island.
- For other islands, see the Okinawa islands overview.
Sources
- 沖繩官方觀光資訊｜久米島 (visitokinawajapan.com, checked 2026-10-29)
- 久米島町｜海灘 (www.town.kumejima.okinawa.jp, checked 2026-10-29)
- 久米島町｜國指定天然紀念物與史跡 (www.town.kumejima.okinawa.jp, checked 2026-10-29)
- 久米島町觀光協會｜景點 (www.kanko-kumejima.com, checked 2026-10-29)
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