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Akajima阿嘉島
One night on Akajima is enough to snorkel, hike to the observation towers and eat with locals; a day-trip from Naha works if you catch the 17:00 return ferry.One night on Akajima is enough to snorkel, hike to the observation towers and eat with locals; a day-trip from Naha works if you catch the 5:00 PM return ferry.
Akajima is the quietest of the Kerama Islands, with a single port, a handful of guesthouses and beaches that are never crowded. Most visitors come for the snorkelling and the slow pace. The island is connected by bridge to Geruma and Fukaji, so you can explore three islands on foot or by bicycle.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- JPY
- Best months
- Apr–Jun, Oct–Nov
- avoid Jul–Aug (hot, humid, typhoon risk)
- Airport
- OKA
- Nights
- 1
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Rules in force · 5
- East Asia ↗Every border in East Asia is a full international border, Hong Kong and Macau included: an entry permission for one never covers the next.
- East Asia ↗Ferries between Korea, Japan and China cancel in rough seas and typhoons; keep a flight or a spare day behind every sea leg.
- Japan ↗IC cards (ICOCA/Suica) are topped up with cash at station machines.
- Japan ↗Smoking while walking is banned in most city centres; use designated areas.
- Japan ↗Shinkansen bags 160–250 cm (L+W+H) need a seat reserved with the oversized-baggage area.
Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
In this guide
Not in this guide yet
- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Emergency numbers for Akajima110 ▾
- Police110
- Fire and ambulance119
- Japan Visitor Hotline (24 h, English)050-3816-2787
Tap a number to call from your phone. These are the numbers listed in this guide; a row marked check has not been verified.
EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Akajima, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Cities are increasingly cashless; temples, small restaurants and some lodging taxes still want cash.Japan-wide
- SIM or eSIMData-only eSIMs are the easy route: buy before you fly; voice SIMs need a residence card.Japan-wide
- Tap waterSafe from the tap everywhere; stations and parks have fountains.Japan-wide
- TippingRestaurants and bars: No tip; staff will chase you to return money left on the table.Japan-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets A/B. US/Canada (A/B): fits · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 100 V: UK and AU 230 V-only devices need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.Japan-wide
- SafetyAkajima is very safe.
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- RestroomsFree, clean public toilets in stations, parks and konbini; paper goes in the toilet.Japan-wide
- Emergency numbers110 police · 119 fire and ambulance · 050-3816-2787 Japan Visitor Hotline (24 h, English) (not 911, 999 or 000)
- Sundays & holidaysMuseums close on Mondays (Tuesday when Monday is a holiday); many family restaurants close one weekday, often Tuesday or Wednesday…Japan-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportOKA Naha Airport (Okinawa) (From Naha take the high-speed ferry to Aka Port (about 1 h, ¥3,000 (≈ US$25) one way).).
- Getting aroundWalk or rent a bicycle at the port.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- BeerOrion beer (can from vending machine)¥200–300 (≈ US$2–3)
- Budget bedGuesthouse (shared room), a night, per person¥4,000 (≈ US$30)
- Mid-range bedGuesthouse private room, a night, per room¥12,000 (≈ US$85)
- High-end bedGuesthouse private room, a night, per room¥18,000 (≈ US$130)
A day, not counting the bed: Budget ¥6,000 (≈ US$45) · Mid ¥12,000 (≈ US$85) · High ¥22,000 (≈ US$150)
Local prices, with USD next to them (rates 2026-09 (approximate); change it in the header). Ranges are desk estimates: check locally. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- OKA Naha Airport (Okinawa) (From Naha take the high-speed ferry to Aka Port (about 1 h, ¥3,000 one way).)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
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19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
Feb
not flagged
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
Mar
not flagged
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
Apr
Best
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
May
Best
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
Jun
Best
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Jul
Avoid
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Aug
Avoid
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Sep
not flagged
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Oct
Best
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
Nov
Best
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
Dec
not flagged
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
Best: Apr–Jun, Oct–Nov. Avoid: Jul–Aug. Month by month →
Warmest Jul (32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)), coolest Jan (14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C) low), wettest Mar (13 rain days), driest Nov (10). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Akajima: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
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Feb
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
11 rd
Mar
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
13 rd
Apr
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
12 rd
May
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
13 rd
Jun
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
12 rd
Jul
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
11 rd
Aug
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
13 rd
Sep
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
13 rd
Oct
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
11 rd
Nov
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
10 rd
Dec
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
10 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
Walk or rent a bicycle at the port. The bridge to Geruma and Fukaji is walkable. Kayaks can be rented from some guesthouses.
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Door to door: About 20 min
High-speed ferry from Aka Port, about 10 min
Larger island with more restaurants and a famous beach (Furuzamami).
Tokashiki
goDoor to door: About 1 h
Ferry from Aka via Zamami, about 30 min
Biggest Kerama island; good for hiking and beaches.
Kumejima
skipDoor to door: About 4 h
Ferry from Naha (not from Aka), about 3 h
Too far for a day-trip from Akajima; stay overnight.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Near Aka Port
Most guesthouses are a short walk from the port; meals often included.
Geruma Island
Connected by bridge, quieter, with a few minshuku.
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- ¥6,000–9,000 (≈ US$45–65) excl. bed
- Mid
- ¥9,000–15,000 (≈ US$65–110) excl. bed
- High
- ¥15,000 (≈ US$110)+ excl. bed
Trip budget
| Guesthouse private room1 × 1 night × ¥12,000 | ¥12,000 |
| Food, local transport, entries2 × 1 day × ¥12,000 | ¥24,000 |
| High-speed ferry Naha ↔ Aka, return2 × ¥6,000 · check | ¥12,000 |
| Bicycle rental, one day2 × ¥1,500 · check | ¥3,000 |
| Snorkel set rental, one day2 × ¥2,000 · check | ¥4,000 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | ¥5,500 |
| Trip total≈ ¥30,250 per person per day, bed included | ¥60,500≈ US$450 |
2026 estimate in yen; flights and ferry from Naha excluded. Your choices stay in this browser.
Prices of common things
| Meal at port shack | ¥800–1,200 (≈ US$6–9) |
| Orion beer (can from vending machine) | ¥200–300 (≈ US$2–3) |
| Bicycle rental, one day | ¥1,500 (≈ US$11) (check) |
| Snorkel set rental, one day | ¥2,000 (≈ US$14) (check) |
| High-speed ferry Naha ↔ Aka, one way | ¥3,000 (≈ US$25) (check) |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Camping on beaches is strictly forbidden.
- Giant Okinawan tree spiders on paths down to the sea.
- Last ferry to Naha departs around 17:00; check the schedule on arrival.Last ferry to Naha departs around 5:00 PM; check the schedule on arrival.
- No ATMs on the island; bring enough cash.
Emergency numbers
- Police
- 110
- Fire and ambulance
- 119
- Japan Visitor Hotline (24 h, English)
- 050-3816-2787
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Akajima阿嘉島
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Emergency
- Police110
- Fire and ambulance119
- Japan Visitor Hotline (24 h, English)050-3816-2787
Embassy
The US consulate is in Naha; most other countries have embassies in Tokyo.
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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- High-speed ferry Naha → Aka: about ¥3,000 (≈ US$25), about 1 h (check)
- Bicycle rental, one day: about ¥1,500 (≈ US$11) (check)
Say or show
- すみません — Excuse me / Sorry (sumimasen)
- ありがとうございます — Thank you (arigatō gozaimasu)
- いくらですか？ — How much is it? (ikura desu ka)
- カードで払えますか？ — Can I pay by card? (kādo de haraemasu ka)
- トイレはどこですか？ — Where is the toilet? (toire wa doko desu ka)
No ATM on Akajima; bring cash from Naha.
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Akajima. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: Apr–Jun, Oct–Nov · avoid Jul–Aug (hot, humid, typhoon risk) · month by month →
- 1 airport and 2 areas to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 3 day-trips, door to door
- 4 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- Ferry schedule page with real-time departures from Naha.
- Guesthouse pages with meal options and cancellation policies.
- Snorkelling and kayak rental pages with gear quality notes.
- Typhoon-season contingency page (ferry cancellations).
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