Iriomote Island - Monument of Forgotten Stones
石垣島から西表島への行き方完全ガイド!大原港・上原港の違いやフェリー料金・所要時間を徹底解説Iriomote Island has two ports? Thorough explanation of the difference & access method There are two ports in Iriomote Island, a World Natural Heritage site, Ohara Port in the southeast and Uehara Port in the north. If you are going there for the first time, you may be wondering which one to use. This article describes the ferry to Iriomote Island [...].
What is the Forgotten Stone Monument?
Minamikaze Mita BeachIf you walk eastward on the "Bokkoishi no Monument" and "Bokkoishi (Forgetting Stone)", you will see the "Bokkoishi (Forgetting Stone)".
At the end of the Pacific War, the residents of Hateruma Island were forcibly evacuated, and many died of malaria.
A monument was erected in 1992 to remember the tragedy, and a memorial service is held every year.
How to play around the Forgotten Stone Monument

Visitors can go there by rental car, and snorkeling and swimming at the beach of Minamikaze Mita are popular.
It is a good idea to go snorkeling after visiting the Forgotten Stone Monument and learning about its history.
However, please note that this is an unspoiled beach and there are no restrooms, etc.
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Ishigakijima Remote Island Terminal is very crowded, so purchase in advance and board the boat comfortably!
Advantages of pre-purchase
No need to wait in line at the counter on the day of purchase.
No need to worry about losing your ticket.
No need to worry about missing your ride!
No need to wait in long lines!
Detail of Forgotten Stone Monument
| Location | Minamikazumida beach, Taketomi Town, Okinawa, Japan (View Map) |
| Access | About 30 minutes by car from Ohara Port |
| parking lot | ant |
| toilet | - |
| Business Hours | - |
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Iriomote Island Snorkeling Tour The area around Iriomote Island is a sacred place for snorkeling! The experience of swimming with colorful coral reefs and over 100 species of fish is sure to impress you! (全43件) アクティビティの詳細を見る ←List of recommended sightseeing spots in Iriomote Island

















