Toriike Pond
Okinawa Prefecture · Japan
A famous natural site on Irabu Island, consisting of two circular ponds connected to the sea through an underground channel. The deep blue water has a mystical charm, and the site is designated as a National Natural Monument. It is also a popular diving spot and a spiritual power spot.
Contents
8 sections · tap a section for its opening lines1Orientation
Welcome to Toriike Pond, a site of profound geological mystery and cultural significance located on the western coast of Shimoji Island. These two perfectly circular ponds, often referred to as the 'Twin Ponds' or the 'Eyes of…
Listen in the app2The Karst Landscape — A Geological History
To understand Toriike, one must understand the foundation of the Miyako islands. These islands are composed almost entirely of Ryukyu Limestone, a rock formed from the skeletons of ancient coral reefs. …
Listen in the app3The Diver's Perspective — The Blue Hole
While we view Toriike from above, it is worth considering what lies beneath the surface. For the global diving community, Toriike is legendary. …
Listen in the app4Legends of the Serpent — Cultural Heritage
In the traditional folklore of Shimoji Island, Toriike is more than just a geological curiosity; it is a sacred site with a dark and fascinating history. One of the most famous legends tells of a giant sea serpent that lived in…
Listen in the app5Shimojishima Airport — The Aviation Connection
Just a few hundred meters from the quiet of Toriike Pond lies the Shimojishima Airport, a site that has played a pivotal role in the modern history of these islands. Built in the late nineteen-seventies, the airport was unique in…
Listen in the app6The 17-End — Where Blue Meets Blue
If you follow the road north from Toriike, you will reach a point known as '17-End.' This is the northern perimeter of the Shimojishima Airport, and it is widely regarded as having some of the most beautiful water in all of…
Listen in the app7Ecology and the Coastal Flora
As we walk back along the boardwalk, take a closer look at the vegetation that manages to survive in this salt-sprayed limestone environment. The flora here is specialized and incredibly hardy. …
Listen in the app8Closing
Our journey around Toriike Pond comes to a close, but the mystery of these waters remains. You have walked on the surface of an ancient coral reef, stood at the edge of collapsed caverns, and looked into the 'Eyes of the Island.'…
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What is Toriike Pond?
Toriike Pond is a place in Okinawa Prefecture · Japan with 8 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.
| Location | Okinawa Prefecture · Japan |
|---|---|
| Type | Activity |
| Story sections | 8 |
| Text language | English |
| Coordinates | 24.8240, 125.1365 |
| Last updated |