Hawaii Island] What is Muramatsu Plantation like? Highlights of the plantation and the appeal of Kona coffee, a popular coffee on the Big Island of Hawaii

Known as the Big Island.
Hawaii (island)

The Big Island of Hawaii is the largest of the Hawaiian Islands, nearly twice the size of all the other islands combined!

Boasting an area about five times the size of Tokyo, it is truly a large island worthy of the nickname "Big Island.

Hawaii is home to Cape Ka Lae, the southernmost point in the United States, a mysterious island said to be the home of Pele, the volcano goddess.

Therefore, we would like to introduce the outline and attraction of the Big Island of Hawaii and Muramatsu Small Farm.

If you are considering a trip to the Big Island of Hawaii, please refer to this page!

 

What is the Big Island of Hawaii like?

The island of Hawaii is home to volcanoes such as Kilauea Volcano, which continues to be active to this day,

Punaluu Black Sand Beach (Black Sand Beach) is a black sand beach created by volcanic activity,

Here and there, you will find natural wonders that cannot be seen in Japan, such as Mauna Kea (a dormant volcano), the world's highest peak, which is higher than Mount Everest from the sea floor.

Why don't you blow off your daily fatigue on this island overflowing with the powerful and magnificent power of nature?

In addition, Hilo, the county seat of Hawaii County, has a history of being developed by Japanese immigrants, which makes it very familiar.

 

How to get to Hawaii Island

The island of Hawaii is served by Ellison Onizuka Kona International Airport (Kona Airport) and Hilo International Airport.

Japan Airlines (to/from Narita) and Hawaiian Airlines (to/from Haneda) offer direct flights to Kona Airport.

If you would like to stopover on Oahu, you can take domestic flights from Honolulu Airport with Hawaiian Airlines (to/from Kona and Hilo) and Island Air (to/from Kona).

 

Attractions of the Big Island of Hawaii

The charm of the Big Island of Hawaii is its spectacular nature!

From Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, where lava flows out of the ground, to the Kona Coast, where dolphins swim, the island of Hawaii is filled with nature that can only be seen on the Big Island of Hawaii.

Mauna Kea, where the Subaru Telescope is located, is one of the most popular tourist attractions, being the highest and closest to space than Mt.

Other sites on the Hamakua Coast also contain the remains of the sugar cane industry, which is part of the history of the Big Island of Hawaii.

Thus, the charms of the vast island exist beyond description!

 

Spectacular, untouched wilderness

Of the many natural wonders that remain on the Big Island of Hawaii, the sunset and starry sky seen from the summit of Mauna Kea is one of the best.

Mauna Kea, the closest mountain to space, means "white mountain" in Hawaiian, and at 4,205 meters above sea level, it is said to be one of the best places in the world for astronomical observations.

The summit is also home to Japan's Subaru Telescope, and observatories from around the world.

It is wonderful to be able to enjoy the sunset and starry sky in such wonderful conditions.

Also recommended is Thurston Lava Tube, a mysterious lava cave said to be about 500 years old.

It is quite dark inside, although the lights are evenly spaced, but you will be able to walk around with plenty of room to spare without bending over backwards.

Droplets of water may drip from the ceiling, which also adds to the atmosphere of cave exploration.

It is also famous as a power spot, and it is said that if you stare at your hand at a certain spot in the mule tube, you will see a thin aura.

Thus, the island of Hawaii is home to unspoiled wilderness.

 

A powerful volcano

Kilauea Volcano and Mauna Loa are designated as Hawaii Volcanoes National Park and are the only World Heritage sites in Hawaii.

Kilauea" means "spouting" or "scattering much" in Hawaiian, and is named after the lava that flows out of the volcano.

There is so much to see and do in the park that you can enjoy it all day long!

Kilauea is an active volcano, and even if an eruption were to occur at the same time, the slow flow of lava would not cause much damage, making it the safest active volcano in the world.

If you are lucky, you can even see the moment the lava flows into the Pacific Ocean!

 

Beautiful Beaches

South of South Point Road is Papakorea Greensand Beach, which is so beautiful that it is considered a phantom beach because it was formed when a crater was swallowed by the sea.

Olive-colored sand is created by waves breaking olivine, a mineral derived from volcanoes.

Come and visit one of the only two beautiful green beaches in the United States!

 

Shopping and dining are also recommended.

There are many places to enjoy shopping on the Big Island of Hawaii, with a wide variety of souvenirs unique to Hawaii, as well as markets selling daily necessities and stores where you can buy items at outlet prices.

Recommended shopping spots include Queen's Marketplace at Waikoloa Beach Resort and King's Shops.

With a wide selection of luxury goods and souvenirs, as well as a hotel and a golf course, it is the perfect place for shopping and leisure activities!

And speaking of gourmet food, we recommend the Waimea Town Market, one of the morning markets held near Waimea.

Various stores line the streets, selling vegetables, fruits, crafts, and specialty products from all over the Big Island.

A variety of gourmet foods are gathered here, so it is a good place to start the day's sightseeing and to eat!

 

Let's learn about culture and history.

The history of Hawaii begins on the island of Hawaii, which was originally uninhabited.

About 1,500 years ago, Polynesians arrived in Hawaii and settled the islands.

Later, when the Hawaiian Islands were unified in 1810, they became the "Kingdom of Hawaii" and were ruled by the first king, King Kamehameha the Great.

Hawaiian culture includes two major types of music, "Native Hawaiian music" and "Western-influenced Hawaiian music," as well as two traditional dances known as Hawaiian dances: hula (hula dance) and Tahitian dance.

When you visit Hawaii, I recommend that you experience the culture!

 

What kind of place is Muramatsu Small Farm?

Muramatsu Small Farm is located in the small town of Holualoa, Kona, and is a farm that grows organic coffee with the goal of making the farm comfortable for humans, animals, and insects.

Muramatsu Small Farm is run by Mr. and Mrs. Muramatsu.

 

Muramatsu Small Farm Highlights

It is worth mentioning, after all, that Kona coffee is grown using organic, pesticide-free farming methods.

And the entire process, from harvesting the beans to fermentation, refining, drying, roasting, and marketing, is done on this farm.

 

You can tour the farm.

You can experience a 10-minute farm tour.

Depending on the season, you can see fragrant white flowers called conasnows and bright red ripe coffee fruits called cherries.

During the harvest season, visitors can observe the process of fermentation, refining, and drying!

 

Check out the souvenirs!

In addition to coffee beans and homemade chocolates, there are original goods available only here, such as T-shirts, mugs, and hand towels!

Why not visit for the purpose of purchasing souvenirs from the Big Island of Hawaii?

 

farmer's market

Every Wednesday and Saturday, we have a booth at the Parker Ranch near the town of Waimea, about an hour north of Kona on Highway 19.

They sell crepes, onigiri (rice balls), and boxed lunches made with cacao, coffee beans, and fruits harvested at the farm.

In addition, the custard cream used for the crepes is made with eggs from chickens raised on the farm!

Other options include meal crepes made with homemade lettuce and tomatoes, and onigiri (rice balls), which are familiar to Japanese people, so choose what you want to eat from the extensive menu!

 

cozy atmosphere

Sipping aromatic and mellow coffee brewed by hand drip on the terrace with a great view is very relaxing.

The ability to have the coffee beans and chocolates for sale explained directly by the makers is one of the charms of this homey farm run by Mr. and Mrs. Muramatsu!

 

summary

The Big Island of Hawaii is a very large island with spectacular natural power and breathtaking scenery that is unlike anything you can imagine.

There is a lot to see and do, but you will quickly run out of time as you go from one place to another.

Therefore, we recommend that you make the most of your time and join a tour that will allow you to enjoy the attractions of the Big Island of Hawaii in an efficient manner!

Let's blow away the fatigue of daily life by playing with magnificent nature and embark on a wonderful and unforgettable trip to the Big Island of Hawaii!