
Access – How to Get to Amami Oshima
Amami Oshima is accessible by air from various cities across Japan.
Regular flights operate from the airports listed below, making travel to the island smooth and convenient.

Major Departure Cities and Flight Duration (Airlines)
Flights marked with an asterisk are direct.
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Tokyo
Haneda: approx. 2h20min (*JAL / Skymark)
Narita: approx. 2h55min (*Peach)
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Osaka (Kansai / Itami)
Approx. 1h50min (*JAL / *Peach)
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Nagoya (Chubu Centrair)
Approx. 1h40min (*Skymark)
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Fukuoka
Approx. 1h20min (*JAL)
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Kagoshima
Approx. 1h (*JAL / *Skymark)
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Okinawa (Naha)
Approx. 1h (*JAL)
Note: This is a one-way route from Okinawa to Amami only. Return flights from Amami to Okinawa are not available.
For International Visitors
You can transfer to a domestic flight to Amami Oshima from major international airports such as Narita, Haneda, Kansai, Fukuoka, or Okinawa.
From Amami Airport to Your Destination
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Rental car (recommended)
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Shima Bus
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Taxi
Public transportation on the island is limited, so we recommend renting a car for convenient travel.
Note on the Location:
The location for lessons and tours will be decided a few days in advance, taking into account the weather and sea conditions. All activities will be arranged as meet-up and departure at the location, so please confirm the details of the meeting spot in advance. Additionally, we take into consideration your accommodation (the location of your stay) when planning the best location for you. If you do not have a rental car, please contact us in advance for assistance with the access details.