This Okinawa Island Feels Like a Tropical Dream | Miyakojima 宮古島

Escape to turquoise waters, white-sand beaches, and the unforgettable shade of Miyako blue—a color so stunning it deserves its own name. This is Miyakojima, one of Okinawa’s most beautiful islands. In this video, we drive across breathtaking bridges connecting Miyakojima to smaller islands like Ikema and Irabu, swim alongside sea turtles, and discover cozy cafés and local roadside stands. From vibrant blue seas to sweeping island vistas, Miyakojima is the perfect place to slow down and soak up the laid-back island life. While it’s a semi-common vacation destination among Japanese travelers, Miyakojima still flies under the radar for many international visitors. I hope this video offers you a glimpse into its beauty, culture, and those peaceful moments that make it so special. ➡️ Have you been to Miyakojima? Let me know your favorite spots in the comments! ✈️ Thanks for watching and supporting my journey to share sustainable travel and life in Japan. #Miyakojima #Okinawa #JapanTravel #IslandLife #sustainabletravel PLACES MENTIONED Car Rental SOU Company https://maps.app.goo.gl/joT6TFHt4S6q6... (I emailed in japanese using google translate, they were able to accommodate :) Hi Sun Cafe https://maps.app.goo.gl/YomGdy4h8fj5o... Hotel Locus https://maps.app.goo.gl/tcUPWcq1gf9Cu... Iraph Sui Hotel https://maps.app.goo.gl/jr8JFD3r8Cn57... Underwater Park https://maps.app.goo.gl/oB4uhkCuhhTBp... Gelato Cafe Ninufa https://maps.app.goo.gl/fU8UQEEn6YAfq... Aragusuku Beach https://maps.app.goo.gl/nNyPmhKkYPbmL... TIMESTAMPS 0:00 Intro 0:25 About Miyako 0:50 downtown 1:35 first night downtown 2:23 Irabu island + Iraph Sui Hotel 3:55 exploring & miyako fun facts 4:35 Ikema 5:33 snorkeling with sea turtles 6:11 the scenery & our takeaways COME SAY HI! www.instagram.com/its.rockyrae www.facebook.com/itsRockyRae SUPPORT THE CHANNEL ☕️ Keep me Caffeinated ☕️ https://www.buymeacoffee.com/rockyrae 👩🏽‍💻 Subscribe to the channel and hit the notification bell to stay updated whenever a new video comes out! 📸 Shop my Amazon Storefront https://www.amazon.com/shop/eco-fligh... TRAVEL FAVS https://amzn.to/4821lx7 ►Manta Eye Mask https://amzn.to/3RWgjiw ► Stojo Collapsible Travel Cup 8oz with straw https://amzn.to/3NFItMg ► Stojo Collapsible Travel Cup without straw https://amzn.to/3RVN13C ► Gaiam Yoga Folding Travel Mat https://amzn.to/48bAA9t CAMERA BAG FAVS https://amzn.to/3Ne6VEb ► GoPro HERO 11 https://amzn.to/41AWBMp ► Sony a7c https://amzn.to/48b6GCq ► Sigma 24-70mm f/2.8 art https://amzn.to/47crxUz ► PolarPro QuartzLine Circular Polarizer Filter https://amzn.to/3THnxIv ► PolarPro Peter McKinnon 2/5 Stop Variable ND Filter Mist https://amzn.to/3RUUeAP ► Peak Design Every Day Backpack 20L https://amzn.to/3TDX6Dv ► Peak Design Camera Strap https://amzn.to/3RXdnlC ► DJI Air2S Fly More Combo https://amzn.to/3GVOa4R FTC DISCLAIMER - As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases (at no extra cost to you). Thanks for the support! My GIANT LIST of every VEGAN OPTION I've checked off in OKINAWA: https://goo.gl/maps/WUmpHF6BpFoQ5H2cA MUSIC by Epidemic Sound