Located just north of Okinawa Island, beautiful Yoron is surrounded by gentle blue ocean.
As I traveled around the island, what struck me most of all was the warmth of the islanders. Friendly and cheerful, they're always happy to start conversations with visitors, and given half a chance, they'll ply you generously with tea and cakes. I found myself treated like one of the family, and I had a truly wonderful time.
Yoron Island already has plenty of fans, and after my holiday there, I've definitely joined their ranks!
I'll always remember the smiling ocean, the warmth of the islanders, and the leisurely pace of island life.
On my recent visit, I enjoyed some solitary jogging, but if you prefer things a little more lively, you might want to visit in the spring, when the Yoron Marathon takes place, and the whole island community turns out to cheer the runners on.
Besides the flights to Yoron Island from Kagoshima, there is also one flight a day from Okinawa on the Ryukyu Air Commuter service. The flight time from Okinawa is about 30 minutes. If you see me on board your flight, be sure to say hello!
Yoron Island has so much to offer, and I heartily recommend it to everyone as a holiday destination.
