Timeline
16:16
Grab a rafti-don at Shidame-kan. This cafe-restaurant sits just below the Nagomi-no-to tower and serves a rice bowl dripping with porky goodness. It is the perfect fuel before the evening chill sets in.
17:16
Walk down to Kaiji Beach. This is the island’s other famous white sand spot, formed from crushed crustacean shells. Stroll along the water’s edge to clear your head and enjoy the fading light before heading to the main event.
18:01
Settle in at West Pier. This disused pier is Taketomi’s best sunset-watching spot. The sun sets toward the WSW, casting a warm glow over the water. Find a spot on the concrete and wait for the sky to turn.
19:01
End the night at Bar Take-To-Me. This open-air wooden platform is piled with plastic lawn chairs and surrounded by hibiscus flowers. Order an awamori straight or as a cocktail to watch the stars come out.
Local tip
The West Pier has no lighting after dark. Bring a small flashlight if you stay late.
Check before you go
- Shidame-kan closes at 22:00.
- Bar Take-To-Me opens at 19:00.
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Taketomi (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).