Shimojishima's Top Check-in Spot: 17 END

The most iconic feature of Shimojishima that comes to mind is surely the airport runway extending into the sea and the guiding light pier. The name '17 END' refers to the direction in which the airport runway extends. Due to land reclamation during the construction of Shimojishima Airport, the direction of the ocean currents changed, resulting in the accumulation of sand to form a beach. However, this beach only appears during low tide, hence it is also known as the 'Phantom Beach'. In addition to the endless azure Miyako blue seascape and the pristine white Phantom Beach, capturing the moment of an airplane's ascent or descent has made 17 END the most popular check-in spot on Shimojishima.