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Kume Island (Tatami Ishi)
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Kume Island (Tatami Ishi)

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Kume Island (Tatami Ishi)

畳石

4.3Est. 30Kumejima, Okinawa

Overview

Rare pentagonal rock formations resembling turtle shells.

Located on Oujima (connected to Kumejima by bridge). These flat, geometric andesite rocks appear at low tide, resembling a tatami mat floor or a giant turtle shell. It is a designated National Natural Monument.

Practical info

Japanese name
畳石
Nearest station
Kumejima Airport (20 min drive)
Payment
Cards accepted
Reservations
not required

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