Tako Park — Attraction in Miyakojima

Small and secluded snorkeling beach, very safe for children given how small it is and somehow separated from the large ocean. You will find all the same cute fishes like at other snorkeling places on Miyakojima but not large fishes. The surrounding sculpted rocks make for cool photos. The beach is located on a lower path from the Octopus statue, through a jungle-like tunnel. Not so difficult to walk there. No shower and no facilities but at the top of the trail there is one water dispenser near the...

Entrance to the parking isn’t super clear or obvious but it’s the first turn off on the left hand side after you leave the bridge. There’s quite limited parking available so in summer it’s probably better to park elsewhere and walk back if it’s busy. Access is along a quite overgrown little walkway that can get a bit hot and humid. The actual park is quite small but the sculpture is cute and the views are quite decent. Not an essential spot to visit but good fun...

The red octopus is visible from distance. The path to it leads through a forest full of spiders with their large webs in the trees around, though not directly in the walking path. Walk carefully, especially if you're taller. The views from the place where the statue is are...