A Comprehensive Guide to Kumejima Airport! A must-read for first-time visitors—we’ll introduce the facilities, including ways to pass the time and dining options, as well as other convenient services!

What you need to know about Kumejima Airport
Facility Information and Convenient Service Specials

Kumejima Airport is easily accessible from the main island of Okinawa and is an important transportation hub for many tourists!

In this article, you will learn what you need to know when visiting Kumejima Airport.Facilitiesand ... andConvenient Servicein detail.

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Kumejima Airport Basic Information

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▼ Kumejima Airport Pick-up and Drop-offCar Rental Plan ▼

Kumejima Island/Car Rental】☆Early reservation recommended☆Compact class car rental plan for up to 5 persons ★Includes airport pickup & exemption compensation ★Cancellation free until 3 days before (No.r-1)開始時間8:00-19:00所要時間Negotiable4,950 yen

Kumejima Island/Car Rental] Departure from Kumejima Airport possible☆Mini Car《Maximum 4 Passengers》 Standard equipment of car navigation system, free pickup and drop-off, and exemption compensation included (No.r-2)開始時間Negotiable所要時間Negotiable8,650 yen

Kumejima Island/Car Rental] Departure from the airport possible☆One-box type car (max. 8 people) with car navigation system as standard equipment, free pick-up and drop-off, and exemption from liability (No.r-4)開始時間Negotiable所要時間Negotiable14,200 yen

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Facilities at Kumejima Airport

Although Kumejima Airport is small, it is well equipped for the convenience of travelers.

It has three floors: 1F arrival/departure lobby, 2F open gallery, and 3F pick-up/drop-off deck.

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Kumejima Airport 1F
lobby for departures and arrivals

The arrival and departure lobby on the first floor contains check-in counters, souvenir shops, restaurants, and car rental agencies.

Rakuten Eagles Exhibitand ... andThe only game corner on the islandand you can also kill some time!

Kumejima Airport 2F
Open Gallery

The 2nd floor open gallery includes an accessory shop and outdoor gallery!

There is also a kids room (kazewarabe),Safe with childrenYou can pass the time by doing so.

Kumejima Airport 3F
observation deck (e.g. at an airport)

From the 3rd floor pick-up deck,Up close and personal with airplanesYou can do this.

The view of the airplane from the pick-up deck is breathtaking!

Tourist Information Center in Kumejima Airport

Kumejima Airport provides tourist information on Kumejima Island.tourist information centerare in place!

You can get Kume Island's Tourist Map and tourist pamphlets so that even first-time visitors can enjoy sightseeing in Kume Island.

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Restaurants in Kumejima Airport

There are restaurants on the first floor of Kumejima Airport, Kumejima sobaand ... andsoba with chili peppers seasoned with soy sauceYou can enjoy the

Light meals such as rice balls and sandwiches are also available.

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Souvenir shop in Kumejima Airport

Kumejima Airport also has a souvenir shop, so don't worry if you forget to buy some souvenirs!

Open from 7:30So it's no problem even if you're catching the first flight home in the morning!

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How to get to the island from Kumejima Airport

There are several ways to get to the island from Kumejima Airport!

The following is a detailed explanation of how to move.

rent-a-car

The use of a rental car is a very convenient way to efficiently explore the tourist attractions of Kume Island!

Several car rental companies operate at Kumejima Airport,Immediately upon arrival at the airportCars can be rented.

advance reservationIf you do this, you'll be able to rent a car with ease!

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Kumejima Island/Car Rental】☆Early reservation recommended☆Compact class car rental plan for up to 5 persons ★Includes airport pickup & exemption compensation ★Cancellation free until 3 days before (No.r-1)開始時間8:00-19:00所要時間Negotiable4,950 yen

Kumejima Island/Car Rental] Departure from Kumejima Airport possible☆Mini Car《Maximum 4 Passengers》 Standard equipment of car navigation system, free pickup and drop-off, and exemption compensation included (No.r-2)開始時間Negotiable所要時間Negotiable8,650 yen

Kumejima Island/Car Rental] Departure from the airport possible☆One-box type car (max. 8 people) with car navigation system as standard equipment, free pick-up and drop-off, and exemption from liability (No.r-4)開始時間Negotiable所要時間Negotiable14,200 yen

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Kumejima Town Bus

inexpensiveThe Kumejima Town Bus is recommended if you want to travel to

Bus schedules are arranged according to flight arrivals and departures, but please note that no buses are available for delayed flight arrivals or extra flights.

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cab

Once you exit Kumejima Airport, cabs are lined up so you can get in right away!

Sometimes the driver will even recommend tourist spots and restaurants!

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rent-a-cycle

Cross bikes can be rented at Kumejima Airport (JTA counter inside)!

If you're traveling light and love biking, we recommend renting a bike!

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Around Kumejima Airport
Recommended Tourist Attractions*.

From Kumejima AirportI'll be right there.Here are some recommended tourist destinations!

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Sinri beach is located on the west side of the island.Beautiful place for sunsetOh my god!!!

Since it is near Kumejima Airport, we recommend taking two shots of the airplane and the ocean.

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thinly sliced beach (e.g. dried on a dish after washing) Shinri Beach is located on the west side of Kume Island, just a short distance from Kumejima Airport. The beach is home to many cute creatures such as crabs and hermit crabs, and under the right conditions, you can walk to the atoll at low tide. The shallow water [...].

Mifgar.

Mihugar is a large 20-meter reef with a hole that looks like a vertical slit in the middle of the cliff.

Or look at the ocean through the cracks,The sunrise that can be seen only in the summer timeA famous tourist destination where you can also enjoy the

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Mifgar.   Mihu Gah is a strange rock over 20 meters high that towers over the northwestern coast. It has a large hole in the center of the cliff, which is said to have been formed by the collision of two rocks 4 million years ago. It is also called "Onna-iwa" in the dialect [...].

fiveleaf pine (Pinus palustris)

It is characterized by thick branches radiating out from the trunk, and is called "five-branch pine tree" because it looks as if five large branches are spreading out to cover the earth.

The natural green shade under the pine trees is truly a natural power spot!

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fiveleaf pine (Pinus palustris) What is Goeda-no-matsu? Goeda-no-matsu is a pine tree on Kumejima Island, located in the southwestern part of Okinawa Prefecture, that is said to be over 250 years old and has been selected as one of the 100 most famous pine trees in Japan. The pine tree is about 6 meters tall, with a trunk circumference of about 5 meters. It also has five branches [...].

Go from Kumejima Airport!
Recommended Activities

I want to join as soon as I get to Kumejima!

Here are some of the activities on Kume Island.

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Hate no Hama Tour

So many people head straight from the airport when they arrive on Kumejima.Popularity No. 1Spot!

You can relax, go snorkeling, and enjoy all sorts of activities!

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Kumejima】Hate-no-hama beach landing & tropical snorkeling tour with pick-up service (No.802)開始時間Summer season from May to October
9:00-12:00 / 14:00-17:00
Winter season: November to April
9:00-11:00 / 14:00-16:00所要時間Summer season from May to October
Approx. 3 hours
Winter season: November to April
Approx. 2 hours7,000 yen

Kumejima】Hate-no-hama Beach Landing Tour (with free snorkel set rental) (No.801)開始時間Summer season from May to October
9:00-12:00 / 14:00-17:00
Winter season: November to April
9:00-11:00 / 14:00-16:00所要時間Summer season from May to October
Approx. 3 hours
Winter season: November to April
Approx. 2 hours4,500 yen

Kumejima/3 hours] Let's go ashore to "Hate-no-hama", the most beautiful beach in Kumejima, and snorkel with tropical fish in the clear water.開始時間9:00~12:00/13:00~16:00所要時間3 hrs.8,500 yen

beach on the far side of the ocean
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diving

Kume Island has many areas with high transparency and calm currents,Experience DivingThe area is also ideal for

Pick-up from Kumejima AirportThere are plans that offer that, too!

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Okinawa, Kumejima】Fun diving in the most beautiful and miraculous ocean in Ryukyu (3 dives, license required) 《with happy lunch and pickup service》（No.805)開始時間8:30-17:00 (varies)所要時間Approx. 8.5 hours22,000 yen

Okinawa, Kumejima】Fun diving in the most beautiful and miraculous ocean in Ryukyu (2 dives, license required) 《with lunch and transportation》（No.804)開始時間8:30-15:00 (varies)所要時間Approx. 7 hours15,950 yen

diving
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Baby carriage Experience

If you want to feel the great nature of Kume Island with your whole body,ExhilaratingATV experience tours are recommended!

You can visit spectacular spots and hidden areas while driving off-road.

Even if you are new to driving, a guide willCareful supportThey'll take care of everything, so you can participate with peace of mind!

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Kumejima Island/1 hour】Revel in the great outdoors on a large ATV! Exhilaration of running through the great nature by a large ATV☆Beginners OK☆Short plan for dynamic driving! No. 838: Driving license required, rainy day OK, GoPro photo data present.開始時間10:00~11:00/14:00~15:00所要時間1 hour9,000 yen

Kumejima/2 hours] The only one of its kind on Kumejima Island! Adventure experience with a large ATV that goes off-road 《Normal driver's license required / Rainy day OK / GoPro photo data present》（No.839）.開始時間10:00~12:00/14:00~16:00所要時間2 hrs.12,000 yen

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Kumejima Buggy Experience Tour Exhilarating drive☆Run through the spectacular scenery! Kumejima ATV Experience Tour You can feel the great nature of Kumejima with your whole body and the sound of the engine! You can enjoy the adventure of driving through the unpaved off-road, the beautiful coastline and the lush mountain paths. The first [...]... (3 in total) アクティビティの詳細を見る

Kumejima Airport Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

summary

Kumejima Airport is not only an attractive tourist destination, but also a very user-friendly airport for travelers with convenient transportation access and excellent facilities.

Please make sure you understand how to spend your time in the airport and how to use the transportation system to enjoy a comfortable trip.

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