UNESCO has recently added Iriomote to its World Heritage List due to its “outstanding universal value”. The recent addition has increased attention on Okinawa as a perfect choice for a remote island escape. The southern prefecture of Okinawa comprises 160 subtropical islands of which only 49 are inhabited, making it the perfect destination for off-the-beaten-track exploration. Boasting untouched beaches, crystal clear waters, stunning coral reefs and beautiful natural scenery the archipelago spans over 1,000 kilometres of ocean from east to west and is home to some of Japan’s best remote hidden gems – all just three hours by air from Tokyo.
