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Amami Island Japan Cruise Port Guide
Location:
The Naze Port is located in the northwestern part of Amami Oshima Island. Close to the center of town, a 15 min walk! (2km)
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Amami Oshima is the largest island in the Satsunan island chain that runs between Kyushu and Okinawa and belongs to Kagoshima Prefecture. The island's climate, beaches, fauna and flora (including mangrove forests and large ferns) make the island characteristically similar to the Okinawan Islands to the south. Amami Oshima attracts with its beautiful beaches dotted along its coastline with white sand and clear, warm waters ideal for swimming during the summer months. The beaches on the island tend to be less crowded than those in Okinawa, and while a lot of the beaches are great for swimming and relaxing, some also provide good snorkeling opportunities with corals and aquatic life.
Tours Excursions Transportation:
Taxis are readily available at the port and can take you to most local attractions. They are a convenient option for those who want to explore at their own pace.
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Shopping and Food
The island is known for its Oshima Tsumugi silk fabric, a traditional craft. Visitors can tour workshops and see how these beautiful textiles are made.
Currency:
The currency in Japan is the yen. It comes in denominations of ¥10,000;¥5,000 and ¥1,000 notes, as well as ¥500, ¥100, ¥50, ¥10, ¥5 and ¥1;coins.
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