Besides water sports and beaches, Chichijima Island has other dreamlike nature experiences to offer: whale and dolphin watching. Humpback whales can be seen in February and March, while dolphins cavort off the coast of Chichijima almost all year round. Visitors can book boat tours to get as close to the animals as possible. The island owes another unusual highlight to its low air pollution. Night owls can enjoy a spectacular view of the starry sky. Those who want to get even closer to the stars can visit the observatory at the weather station.
