Hateruma Island
The island of Hateruma, small in size, is located in the south of Japan, and on its southernmost part there is a small monument on which this information is attested. The island is mostly known for its beach. Thousands of Japanese come here by high-speed ferry to enjoy the soft white sand and warm waters of the Pacific Ocean. The water here is so clear that when you enter it, you can see in great detail the tiny fish that surround the bathing people in small flocks.
Brief information
Japanese people come to Hateruma Island with their families, bring sun beds and umbrellas with them, sit at the water's edge and enjoy the endless blue expanse. Hateruma is so small that it can be circumnavigated by bicycle, spending no more than an hour on it. By the way, there are suitable roads for this, and bike rental. Despite its small size, there is still a settlement here — the village of Taketomi, more precisely, it is a small village with a population of less than five thousand people. There are several restaurants and small cafes in the village, and people come here to refresh themselves from the beach. There is a shop and a small medical center for emergency care. Those who are not engaged in serving tourists grow sugar cane on the island of Khateruma, and special water tanks are organized here for watering it. You can see them here and there, traveling around the island.
Features of the island of Hateruma
In the southeast of the island there is an observatory for observing and studying the starry sky. Almost anyone can come here and, with the help of a sufficiently powerful telescope, you can delve into the study of outer space. From this point, you can see the largest number of constellations in the southern sky — 84 out of 88. Those who did not get to the observatory will also be able to admire the starry sky, there are no lanterns on the island of Hateruma, which means that the stars shine especially brightly.
It is useful for tourists to know that the island of Hateruma is very small, there are few places to stay, and it is best to book them in advance. Otherwise, you may find yourself in an unpleasant situation. For tourists who come here from the mainland, a transfer to their hotel is usually provided, but it is better to clarify this issue in advance. In general, the island of Hateruma is interesting, first of all, for an excellent beach holiday, diving, snorkeling, water skiing or just swimming in the warm, clear waters of the ocean.
