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Kohama小浜
Half a day to a full day: ferry from Ishigaki (25 min, ¥1,220 one-way). See the TV drama set, cycle the island, then return or stay one night at the resort.
Kohama is a small island (under 8 km², population ~500) in the Yaeyama Islands, Okinawa. It draws visitors for the NHK drama Churasan set and the large Hoshino Resort. Most people come as a day trip from Ishigaki; one night works if you want a quiet beach stay.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- JPY
- Best months
- Mar–May, Oct–Nov
- avoid Jul–Aug (hot, humid, typhoon risk)
- Airport
- ISG
- Nights
- 0–1
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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
Official sites
Emergency numbers for Kohama110 ▾
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 Kohama, 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
- SafetyKohama 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 (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.
- AirportISG New Ishigaki Airport (Bus or taxi to Ishigaki port (about 30 min), then ferry to Kohama (25 min)).
- Getting aroundBicycle rental near the ferry terminal; the island is flat and small enough to cycle around in a couple of hours.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- Coffee¥300–500 (≈ US$3–4)
- Budget bedHoshino Resort Risonare Kohamajima room, a night, per room¥20,000 (≈ US$140)
- Mid-range bedHoshino Resort Risonare Kohamajima room, a night, per room¥30,000 (≈ US$250)
- High-end bedHoshino Resort Risonare Kohamajima room, a night, per room¥50,000 (≈ US$350)
A day, not counting the bed: Budget ¥5,000 (≈ US$35) · Mid ¥10,000 (≈ US$70) · High ¥20,000 (≈ US$140)
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
- ISG New Ishigaki Airport (Bus or taxi to Ishigaki port (about 30 min), then ferry to Kohama (25 min))
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
not flagged
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
Feb
not flagged
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
Mar
Best
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
Apr
Best
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
May
Best
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
Jun
not flagged
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
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Oct
Best
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
Nov
Best
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
Dec
not flagged
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
Best: Mar–May, Oct–Nov. Avoid: Jul–Aug. Month by month →
Warmest Jul (32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)), coolest Jan (15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C) low), wettest Sep (14 rain days), driest Feb (11). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Kohama: 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
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
12 rd
Feb
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
11 rd
Mar
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
17°C (63°F)63°F (17°C)
13 rd
Apr
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
11 rd
May
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
13 rd
Jun
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
13 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
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
14 rd
Oct
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
12 rd
Nov
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
11 rd
Dec
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
17°C (63°F)63°F (17°C)
11 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
Bicycle rental near the ferry terminal; the island is flat and small enough to cycle around in a couple of hours. No public transport.
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Door to door: About 30 min
Ferry from Kohama port, about 25 min
Main gateway; return the same day or continue your trip.
Door to door: About 1 h via Ishigaki
Ferry from Kohama (about one per day), or via Ishigaki
Limited direct ferries; check schedule.
Door to door: About 2 h
Ferry from Ishigaki (via Kohama possible but rare)
Too far for a day trip from Kohama; better from Ishigaki.
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 the resort
Hoshino Resort Risonare Kohamajima is the only major accommodation; located at the far end of the island, away from the village.
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
- ¥5,000–8,000 (≈ US$35–55) excl. bed (day trip)
- Mid
- ¥8,000–15,000 (≈ US$55–110) excl. bed
- High
- ¥15,000 (≈ US$110)+ excl. bed
Trip budget
| Hoshino Resort Risonare Kohamajima room1 × 1 night × ¥30,000 | ¥30,000 |
| Food, local transport, entries2 × 1 day × ¥10,000 | ¥20,000 |
| Ferry Ishigaki–Kohama return2 × ¥2,440 | ¥4,880 |
| Bicycle rental (half day)2 × ¥1,500 | ¥3,000 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | ¥5,790 |
| Trip total≈ ¥31,840 per person per day, bed included | ¥63,670≈ US$450 |
2026 estimate in yen; flights excluded. Day trip from Ishigaki: add ferry ¥2,440 return.
Prices of common things
| Ferry Ishigaki–Kohama one-way | ¥1,220 (≈ US$9) |
| Bicycle rental (half day) | ¥1,000–2,000 (≈ US$7–14) |
| Meal at a local restaurant | ¥800–1,500 (≈ US$6–11) |
| Coffee | ¥300–500 (≈ US$3–4) |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Only one resort hotel on the island; book ahead if staying overnight.
- Ferries to Taketomi and Iriomote are limited (about one per day); check the schedule at Ishigaki port.
- No ATMs on the island; bring enough cash from Ishigaki.
- Typhoon season (Jul–Oct) can cancel ferries.
Emergency numbers
- Police
- 110
- Fire and ambulance
- 119
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Emergency
- Police110
- Fire and ambulance119
Embassy
The US consulate is in Naha, Okinawa; most other embassies are in Tokyo.
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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Ferry Ishigaki → Kohama: ¥1,220 (≈ US$9), 25 min
- Bicycle rental (half day): ¥1,000–2,000 (≈ US$7–14)
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)
- フェリーターミナルはどこですか？ — Where is the ferry terminal? (ferī tāminaru wa doko desu ka)
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 Kohama. 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: Mar–May, Oct–Nov · avoid Jul–Aug (hot, humid, typhoon risk) · month by month →
- 1 airport and 1 area 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
- An airport-to-bed path that says whether a late landing still works
- Walking clusters with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Field-verified times and fares
Sources
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