{"id":1218,"date":"2022-05-06T03:35:06","date_gmt":"2022-05-06T03:35:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mirucollection.com\/miruamami\/?p=1218"},"modified":"2022-09-26T14:02:00","modified_gmt":"2022-09-26T14:02:00","slug":"hidden-gems-in-amami-oshima","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/mirucollection.com\/miruamami\/hidden-gems-in-amami-oshima\/","title":{"rendered":"Insider Travel Tips: Hidden Gems in Amami Oshima"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>[et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; admin_label=&#8221;section&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.10.5&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_row admin_label=&#8221;row&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;3.25&#8243; background_size=&#8221;initial&#8221; background_position=&#8221;top_left&#8221; background_repeat=&#8221;repeat&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;3.25&#8243; custom_padding=&#8221;|||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; custom_padding__hover=&#8221;|||&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.10.5&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Among the breathtaking scenery and natural splendours, Amami Oshima is home to a plethora of beautiful treasures. We&#8217;re revealing a handful of the wonders to highlight moments and pastimes you must experience on the island.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your journey of exploration begins here:<\/span><\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.10.5&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 20px;\"><b>Enjoy the Idyllic Nature of Yamatoson<\/b> <\/span><\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=&#8221;https:\/\/mirucollection.com\/miruamami\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/241951768_365389755067254_191429907127325291_n.jpg&#8221; title_text=&#8221;241951768_365389755067254_191429907127325291_n&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.10.5&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.10.5&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here\u2019s an idea for your island itinerary when you next visit: a trip to Yamatoson!\u2060<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yamatoson is rich in nature, and has many designated parks and sites &#8211; making it a World Heritage recommendation.\u2060<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Arrive early in the morning to enjoy Forestpolis, a forest park within Yamatoson where you can experience subtropical nature, rivers and <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Materia<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> waterfalls. There are playgrounds, trails and campsites &#8211; perfect for the entire family. Enjoy an afternoon swim around Kuninao&#8217;s coral reefs and cap off the evening by watching stunning sunsets on the beach. \u2060<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">From May to August, Kuninao Beach is a spawning ground for sea turtles. So, look out for the wonders of the sea while you await the sun to go down.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To discover more idyllic locations like this, get in touch with Tamasu, the island&#8217;s native guides who will take you around to discover the island&#8217;s rich flora, wildlife, and local culture!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">P\/S: For those that would like to learn more about Amami wildlife and nature, pay a visit to <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amami-tourism.org\/en\/scenery\/789\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Amami Wildlife Centre<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">! This centre was established by the Ministry of Environment with the goal of aiding the preservation of the ecosystem and creatures of the Amami Archipelago. <\/span><\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.10.5&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 20px;\"><b>Encounter the One-of-a-Kind Hidden Beach of Kise\u00a0<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=&#8221;https:\/\/mirucollection.com\/miruamami\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/191199860_2880020005455859_268023659567260306_n.jpg&#8221; title_text=&#8221;191199860_2880020005455859_268023659567260306_n&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.10.5&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.10.5&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re in Amami Oshima this Spring, make the most of your time by exploring special places such as the Hidden Beach of Kise. Because of the lower tides this season, you&#8217;ll have a higher chance of encountering a greater variety of incredible marine life. While you\u2019re there, we suggest slipping into leaf shoes and strolling along the shores to truly enjoy the ocean\u2019s allure! \u2060<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This year, this spectacular encounter will take place between May 14 and May 19. Do arrive at the beach 30 minutes to an hour before low tide to avoid missing it!<\/span><\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.10.5&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 20px;\"><b>Try the island\u2019s Famed Nesari Chocolates<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=&#8221;https:\/\/mirucollection.com\/miruamami\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/211781840_1005928603481607_2614124590689272155_n.jpg&#8221; title_text=&#8221;211781840_1005928603481607_2614124590689272155_n&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.10.5&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.10.5&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nesari, renowned across Japan for its &#8220;bean-to-bar&#8221; chocolate, <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">is <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">a chocolatier caf\u00e9 <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">located <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">in Oshima Tsumugi-mura! They specially combine sugarcane from Amami Oshima with a blend of island ingredients and high-quality <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">cacao<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> from across the globe to create additive-free chocolates. The chocolate bars offered are wrapped in a special paper with motifs from Amami Oshima&#8217;s traditional kimono, Oshima-tsumugi.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Their coffee stand, situated next to Nesari Chocolate Studio at the entrance to Oshima Tsumugi Village, offers to-go cacao-based drinks, cacao-scented sweets, and aromatic home-roasted specialty coffees that are trademarks of bean-to-bar chocolate makers.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2060<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Since this coffee stand is just 10-minutes from our hotel, don\u2019t forget to stop-by the next time you\u2019re out exploring!\u2060 Not to forget, Summer menu items will be added between June and July, so stay tuned for updates!<\/span><\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.10.5&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When traveling off the beaten path, you\u2019ll discover Amami Oshima&#8217;s glories and charms from a local perspective. For more travel inspirations and curated guides on the island, follow our island adventures on <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/miruamami\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">@miruamami<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_comments _builder_version=&#8221;4.10.5&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_comments][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Hidden gems in Amami Oshima! Read more here.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":4,"featured_media":1262,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_et_pb_use_builder":"on","_et_pb_old_content":"","_et_gb_content_width":"","om_disable_all_campaigns":false,"_mi_skip_tracking":false,"ngg_post_thumbnail":0},"categories":[1],"tags":[115,113,95,97,99,91,93,89],"aioseo_notices":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/mirucollection.com\/miruamami\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1218"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/mirucollection.com\/miruamami\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/mirucollection.com\/miruamami\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/mirucollection.com\/miruamami\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/4"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/mirucollection.com\/miruamami\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=1218"}],"version-history":[{"count":15,"href":"https:\/\/mirucollection.com\/miruamami\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1218\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":1263,"href":"https:\/\/mirucollection.com\/miruamami\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1218\/revisions\/1263"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/mirucollection.com\/miruamami\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/1262"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/mirucollection.com\/miruamami\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=1218"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/mirucollection.com\/miruamami\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=1218"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/mirucollection.com\/miruamami\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=1218"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}