--- title: "Miyako-jima Cruise Port" url: https://cruisello.com/destinations/japan-korea-china-taiwan/miyako-jima description: "Okinawa's emerald isle of pristine beaches" --- # Miyako-jima ๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ยท Japan ยท Japan, Korea, China & Taiwan > "Okinawa's emerald isle of pristine beaches" ## At a Glance - **Avg. Ships/Day:** 1 - **Avg. Time in Port:** 10.1h - **Visiting Sailings:** 51 - **Cruise Lines:** 3 ## Peak Season Busiest months: Dec (23 sailings), Jan (16 sailings), Apr (5 sailings) ## About Miyako-jima Miyako Island, in Okinawa Prefecture, has some of the clearest water in Japan. The flat, limestone island is surrounded by white sand beaches and coral reefs. Cruise ships dock at Fujiwara Pier, an industrial area, but the beaches are a short drive away. Maehama Beach, often ranked among Japan's best, has fine white sand and calm turquoise water. Higashi-Henna Cape, a narrow headland, drops off sharply with views in every direction. Snorkelling and diving are the main draws. The coral reefs close to shore are healthy and full of tropical fish, sea turtles, and manta rays during season. Three long bridges connect Miyako to its smaller neighbouring islands, and driving across them is worth it for the views alone. Local Miyako beef is raised on the island and appears on restaurant menus alongside fresh tropical fruit and Okinawan soba. The island is quiet, with little nightlife, and most visitors come for the water. ## Quick Facts - **Currency:** JPY (Japanese Yen) - **Language:** Japanese - **Timezone:** Asia/Tokyo (UTC+9) - **Tipping:** Not customary; can be considered rude ## Location Coordinates: 24.8151, 125.2682 - [Open in Google Maps](https://www.google.com/maps/search/cruise+terminal+Miyako-jima/@24.8151,125.26817,13z) - [Open in Apple Maps](https://maps.apple.com/?q=cruise%20terminal%20Miyako-jima&ll=24.8151,125.26817&z=13) ## Things to Do in Miyako-jima Top-rated shore excursions that fit a typical ~10h port call. Prices are starting prices per person. | Tour | Rating | Duration | Fits Port Day | From | Provider | |------|------|------|------|------|------| | [Okinawa Miyako Half Day Sea Turtle Snorkel with Free Photos](https://cruisello.com/gogogo/excursion/6a603f10-aae5-4ab4-96c4-8f1a8ba10309.md?via=markdown) | 4.9โ˜… (397) | 1h 30m | โœ“ | โ‚ฌ40 | Viator | | [Okinawa Miyako Half Day Pumpkin Cave Caving and Kayaking](https://cruisello.com/gogogo/excursion/8f5036e6-cb6c-469c-ae91-78dc49827f44.md?via=markdown) | 4.9โ˜… (100) | 2h | โœ“ | โ‚ฌ56 | Viator | | [Okinawa Miyako Starry Night Jungle and Wildlife Tour with Pick Up](https://cruisello.com/gogogo/excursion/0ef29a3c-744a-45e8-aee8-b747aad8238e.md?via=markdown) | 4.8โ˜… (108) | 1h 30m | โœ“ | โ‚ฌ28 | Viator | | [Okinawa Miyako Sunset SUP or Canoe Experience](https://cruisello.com/gogogo/excursion/618e0eda-381e-4865-8501-da2fd1d818fd.md?via=markdown) | 4.9โ˜… (73) | 1h 30m | โœ“ | โ‚ฌ46 | Viator | | [Snorkeling Activity in Okinawa Miyako Japan](https://cruisello.com/gogogo/excursion/5c22bc64-944e-484d-a849-3f18ea147df0.md?via=markdown) | 4.8โ˜… (73) | 2h | โœ“ | โ‚ฌ37 | Viator | | [Okinawa Miyako Half Day SUP Canoe and Sea Turtle Snorkel](https://cruisello.com/gogogo/excursion/f4faa08b-8aae-489a-8a96-510973b3040a.md?via=markdown) | 4.9โ˜… (63) | 3h | โœ“ | โ‚ฌ69 | Viator | | [Okinawa Miyako Half Day SUP or Canoe at Scenic Blue Beach](https://cruisello.com/gogogo/excursion/2cb1b9ef-4119-4425-8431-cdc099ac6500.md?via=markdown) | 4.9โ˜… (58) | 1h 30m | โœ“ | โ‚ฌ46 | Viator | | [Miyakojima Private Snorkeling Tour | Fluent English Guide](https://cruisello.com/gogogo/excursion/2fb8cba4-e8bd-42a1-8e0c-d95f98abe1fb.md?via=markdown) | 5โ˜… (49) | 1h 55m | โœ“ | โ‚ฌ52 | Viator | | [Okinawa Miyako Day Trip Sea Turtle Snorkel and Pumpkin Cave](https://cruisello.com/gogogo/excursion/799fbd4c-2e28-4553-a486-23471bf7d9d3.md?via=markdown) | 4.8โ˜… (108) | 6h | โœ“ | โ‚ฌ86 | Viator | | [Miyako SUP or Canoe Tour on a Spectacular Beach in Miyako](https://cruisello.com/gogogo/excursion/0700c166-ad07-47e7-a2b9-85268fa40fd7.md?via=markdown) | 4.8โ˜… (29) | 2h | โœ“ | โ‚ฌ43 | Viator | | [Okinawa Miyako Jungle&Starry Sky tour Free Pick up and Drop off](https://cruisello.com/gogogo/excursion/0c3e158d-beb9-4fe3-b0ab-cceb18a4b6ea.md?via=markdown) | 5โ˜… (24) | 2h | โœ“ | โ‚ฌ28 | Viator | | [Miyakojima: Relaxing Sunrise or Sunset SUP tour (English tour)](https://cruisello.com/gogogo/excursion/50592304-5bff-4133-82e6-7e14fb818960.md?via=markdown) | 5โ˜… (20) | 2h | โœ“ | โ‚ฌ46 | Viator | Total review count and overall rating based on Viator and Tripadvisor reviews. ## Nearby Ports - [Ishigaki](https://cruisello.com/destinations/japan-korea-china-taiwan/ishigaki.md): 67 nm - [Naha](https://cruisello.com/destinations/japan-korea-china-taiwan/naha.md): 156 nm - [Keelung](https://cruisello.com/destinations/japan-korea-china-taiwan/keelung.md): 193 nm ## Cruise Lines Serving This Port - [MSC Cruises](https://cruisello.com/cruise-lines/msc-cruises.md) - [Norwegian Cruise Line](https://cruisello.com/cruise-lines/norwegian-cruise-line.md) - [Princess Cruises](https://cruisello.com/cruise-lines/princess-cruises.md) ## Cheapest Available Sailing **[View this cruise โ†’](https://cruisello.com/cruises/tide-turn-keelung-to-naha~MSC-BELLISSIMA-20280113-2.md)** - **Price:** โ‚ฌ260 per person (โ‚ฌ520 total for 2 guests) - **Cruise Line:** [MSC Cruises](https://cruisello.com/cruise-lines/msc-cruises.md) - **Ship:** [MSC Bellissima](https://cruisello.com/cruise-lines/msc-cruises/msc-bellissima.md) - **Duration:** 2 nights - **Departure:** 2028-01-13 - **Itinerary:** Tide Turn โ€“ Keelung to Naha ## Featured Cruises from Miyako-jima Prices are per person, two sharing, in the fare's own currency. | Cruise | Ship | Line | Departure | Nights | Price | |------|------|------|------|------|------| | [Exotic Retreat โ€“ Ishigaki & Miyako](https://cruisello.com/cruises/exotic-retreat-ishigaki-miyako~MSC-BELLISSIMA-20261127-5.md) | MSC Bellissima | MSC Cruises | 2026-11-27 | 5 | โ‚ฌ549 | | [Gilded Horizon โ€“ Sydney, Tokyo & Anchorage](https://cruisello.com/cruises/gilded-horizon-sydney-tokyo-anchorage~PCL-CO-20270106-128.md) | Coral Princess | Princess Cruises | 2027-01-06 | 128 | โ‚ฌ18,084 | | [East Asian Crescent โ€“ Busan, Kobe & Keelung](https://cruisello.com/cruises/east-asian-crescent-busan-kobe-keelung~PCL-DI-20270614-18.md) | Diamond Princess | Princess Cruises | 2027-06-14 | 18 | โ‚ฌ3,874 | ## Browse Cruises - [All cruises visiting Miyako-jima](https://cruisello.com/cruises.md?stopoverPorts=miyako_jima) (51 sailings) ## Browse - [Japan, Korea, China & Taiwan cruises](https://cruisello.com/destinations/japan-korea-china-taiwan.md) - [All Destinations](https://cruisello.com/destinations.md) - [All Cruises](https://cruisello.com/cruises.md)