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Kume Island Tatami Rock
久米島の畳石Okinawa
Kume Island Tatami Rock is a stunning hexagonal basalt rock formation located near Hate Beach. The unique shape of the rocks resembles tatami mats, making it a fascinating natural wonder. Visitors can enjoy the beautiful coastal scenery and the tranquility of the surrounding area. Typhoon season runs roughly June to October, and a passing storm can cancel ferries, flights and all marine activity across the islands at a day's notice — check the forecast before you rely on this stop.
- Best season
- Spring · Autumn
- Crowd level
- Moderate
- Rating
- 4.3· 719 reviews
- Opening hours
- Daily Open 24 hours
- Admission
- Free to view — an open shoreline national natural monument on Ou-jima (linked by bridge); free parking. Best at low tide when the hexagonal columns emerge.
- Website
- kanko-kumejima.com
Usual hours — confirm with the official site for holidays + seasonal closures.
Today
Open 24 hoursFreeStored weekly hours
Daily Open 24 hours
How to get there
From Naha Airport · ~4h 55m by car
Tags
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