The chill Miyako Islands, a subtropical archipelago that stretches south of Okinawa, aren’t very well-known in Western circles. Sure, you’ll find plenty of Japanese tourists there, but it’s possible to go days without talking to any Americans or Europeans.located 300 kilometers south of Okinawa Main Island and 100 kilometers north of the Yaeyama Islands, is known for some of Japan’s best beaches and as a great destination for snorkeling and diving in the coral reefs. The sub tropical climate provides mild weather year around.