What kind of place is Amami Oshima? This is what you need to know! Basic information on sightseeing in Amami

The Amami Archipelago is a group of islands floating in the sea about halfway between Kagoshima and Okinawa.The Amami Islands and surrounding waters were designated in 2017 as the Amami Islands National Park, making it the newest national park in Japan. The Amami archipelago is a popular tourist area because of its rich nature, precious endemic species and other living things, and the unique charm of each island. In this article, we will introduce basic information on sightseeing in Amami.