Kayama Island (Okinawa): Location, Nearest Station & Distance from Fukuoka
Kayama Island is a island in Taketomi, Okinawa Prefecture. The nearest of Japan's major hub cities is Fukuoka, about 1200 km away in a straight line, so it suits an overnight trip better than a day trip.
| Type | Island |
|---|---|
| Name in Japanese | 嘉弥真島 |
| Location | Taketomi, Okinawa Prefecture |
| From Hakata Station | about 1200 km (straight line) |
| From Hiroshima Station | about 1384 km (straight line) |
| From Osaka Station | about 1597 km (straight line) |
| Coordinates | 24.36297, 124.00011 |
| Map | Open in Google Maps |
| Official website | https://www.ishigakikankou.tv/kayama/ |
| Background reading | Wikipedia (English) |
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- Distances on this page are straight-line figures calculated from map coordinates. Real travel time depends on the route and transfers.
- Opening days, hours and prices change. Please confirm them on the official website linked above before you travel.
- Showing staff the Japanese name (嘉弥真島) helps when you ask for directions.
Nearby places
- Kohama Island – Island, about 3 km away
- Hamajima – Island, about 4 km away
- Ubanarijima – Island, about 6 km away
- Yubu Island – Park, about 7 km away
- Subtropical Botanical Garden – Park, about 7 km away
Source: location data from Wikidata (CC0). Distances are calculated by this website.