A Complete Guide to the Highlights of Yubu Island's "Subtropical Botanical Garden"♪ A paradise of flowers and greenery to enjoy while swaying on a buffalo
Table of Contents
- 1 Welcome to a tropical paradise! What is the charm of Yubu Island's "Subtropical Botanical Garden"?
- 2 Complete Guide to Access to Yubu Island How to get there from Iriomote Island and notes
- 3 The highlight of Yubu Island sightseeing! Thorough explanation of the attraction of the buffalo cart experience!
- 4 Thorough introduction to the highlights of Yubu Island Subtropical Botanical Garden
- 5 Recommended walking routes and estimated time required
- 6 Enjoy Yubu Island sightseeing more! Recommended Spots around Tropical Botanical Garden
- 7 summary
Welcome to a tropical paradise!
What is the attraction of Yubu Island's "Subtropical Botanical Garden"?
Iriomote Island is located in the Yaeyama Islands, about 400 km southwest of the main island of Okinawa.
Yubujima, a small island floating right next to it, is a natural paradise that looks like another world.
The entire island is a subtropical botanical garden, so you can enjoy colorful flowers, rare butterflies, mangrove forests, and other natural features unique to the subtropical zone!
Visitors are greeted by a buffalo cart pulled by a leisurely buffalo. The journey to the island itself is a special experience,A sightseeing spot where everyone who visits says "I'm glad I came.
This article introduces all the attractions of Yubu Island, including access information, buffalo cart experience, highlights of the botanical garden, and sightseeing in the area!
◆Iriomote Island, Japan: Planning a trip to Iriomote Island
◆Travelers looking for a photogenic and attractive destination.
◆Yubu Island "Subtropical Botanical Garden" for those who want to know the highlights of the garden.
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Complete Guide to Access to Yubu Island
How to get there from Iriomote Island and notes
To access Yubu Island, you must first go from Ishigaki Island to Iriomote Island.
Yubu Island is a small island located just off Iriomote Island, with no direct transportation to access it,The basic route is via Iriomote Island.It is.
Here is how to access Yubu Island!
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Access from Iriomote Island to Yubu Island
From Ishigaki Port, high-speed boats run to "Ohara Port" or "Uehara Port," and the trip takes about 40-45 minutes.
From there, we will drive further to the "Mihara (Uruma) area.
The buffalo cart stop near Mihara Port is the gateway to Yubu Island!
The standard route for sightseeing on Yubu Island is to take a buffalo cart across the 400-meter-long shallows from here.
You can also cross the ford on foot, but the buffalo cart experience is recommended for sightseeing!
What is the Yubu Island buffalo cart transportation experience?
Buffalo carts were once a means of transportation used by the islanders to get around!
It is now used for sightseeing and has become one of Yubu Island's specialties. The buffalo pulling the car are well trained and go slowly and calmly.
During the ride, "Ojie," a buffalo driver, sometimes plays Okinawan folk songs on a sanshin (Okinawan guitar), giving you a taste of Okinawa.
The sound of the waves and the sanshin (Okinawan three-stringed instrument) is a pleasant way to begin your journey.
Approximate operation time, fare, and time required
The buffalo cart usually operates from 9:00 to 16:30.
Last admission time may change depending on the season and weather, so it is advisable to check in advance!
The fare is 1,800 yen for adults and 900 yen for children (4 years old to elementary school students) and includes a round-trip buffalo car and admission to Yubu Island.
The trip takes about 10 minutes each way, so it is recommended to allow 30 minutes to an hour for the round trip.
There may be some waiting time during peak tourist hours.
Points to keep in mind when accessing the site
Because Yubu Island is located in shallow waters, ferry conditions may change depending on weather and tides.
At low tide, it may be possible to cross on foot, but buffalo carts may not be in operation!
Especially on typhoon or heavy rain days, the service is likely to be suspended,Remember to check the weather forecast and official information in advance.to the
Also, during the summer, the temperature is high and there is a risk of heat stroke, so it is essential to be prepared with a hat and hydration. Spring and fall are the best seasons for sightseeing, as the flowers are in full bloom☆.
The highlight of Yubu Island tourism!
Thorough explanation of the attraction of the buffalo cart experience
The best way to experience Yubu Island is to take a buffalo cart ride.
The sight of the shallow water crossing from Iriomote Island to Yubu Island, swaying along on the back of a slow-moving buffalo, is truly a special experience unique to this area☆.
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Why just a ride on a buffalo cart can heal you.
A buffalo cart is a quiet means of transportation, unrelated to the noise of an engine or the vibration of a car.
Amidst only the sound of waves and chirping birds,The time when the buffaloes move forward at a leisurely pace is truly a healing moment.It is!
For modern people living in a stressful society, this is a time to truly relax.
Recommended for children and couples.
This experience is a great way to interact with buffaloes and enjoy Okinawan music,Perfect for families and couples alike♪
For children, it will be an opportunity to interact with precious animals, and for couples, it will provide many memorable photos and memories!
The view from the buffalo cart and
Photo timing
The buffalo cart is surrounded by the endless shallow sea and blue sky! The light, especially in the morning and at dusk, gently illuminates the entire landscape, making it the perfect time to take pictures.
The view of the buffalo, the sea, and the sky,Also popular as a social networking picture.It is.
Thorough introduction to the highlights of Yubu Island Subtropical Botanical Garden
Yubu Island is a unique tourist destination where the entire island is a subtropical botanical garden.
The expansive grounds are home to flowers, trees, and insects unique to the tropics,A place where you can truly enjoy a sense of oneness with nature.It is!
Map of the park and overall structure
The area of Yubu Island is about 0.15 square kilometers, large enough to circle the island in an hour on foot!
The park is designed to bring visitors into contact with nature, with its tropical plants and exhibition facilities.
If you follow the route, you can enjoy the butterfly garden, bougainvillea tunnel, mangrove area, and other attractions without missing a beat.
Tunnel of bougainvillea and spectacular view of flowers
One of the most popular spots in the park is the "Bougainvillea Tunnel," where brightly colored bougainvillea are in full bloom.
During the season when the trees are in full bloom, the fantastic scenery is like passing through a pink archway, making it a popular spot for taking pictures♪
Tropical creatures you can meet at the Butterfly Garden
In the "Butterfly Garden," butterflies such as Japan's largest butterfly, the "Oogomadara," are flying around in their natural habitat!
The sight of their transparent wings spreading and dancing is beautiful and a must-see for families with children and nature lovers.
Recommended walking routes and estimated time required
If you want to take your time to explore the park, it is recommended to allow at least 90 minutes.
Including the buffalo cart ride back and forth and rest time, a stay of 2 to 2.5 hours is ideal. If you have time to spare, you can also relax at a café or at the observation deck.
Is there an indoor area that can be enjoyed on rainy days?
It is basically an outdoor botanical garden, but there are some covered walkways and exhibition halls.
Because the butterfly garden is greenhouse style,â- Enjoyable even when it rains...â
Nevertheless, it can be muddy underfoot, so it is safe to visit with rain gear and non-slip shoes!
Enjoy Yubu Island sightseeing more!
Recommended spots around the Subtropical Botanical Garden
If you visit Yubu Island, you can make your trip more fulfilling by visiting other sightseeing spots in Iriomote Island as well!
Here are three nearby spots you can enjoy with sightseeing in the subtropical botanical garden.
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pale chub (Zacco platypus)
At Nakama River, a spot representing the nature of Iriomote Island,Mangrove cruises are popular!
You can observe one of the largest mangrove forests in Japan from a boat and experience the grandeur of nature.
Access: 15 minutes on foot from Ohara Port
Click here for ⬇︎ recommended tours held on the Nakama River.
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Omija River
The Omija River is a clear, clear river with outstanding transparency that springs from the deep forests of Omotejima.
The landscape, surrounded by dense subtropical greenery, is truly unexplored and beautiful♪
Canyoning tours are also popular to fully enjoy this bounty of nature. At Omija Falls, located upstream, visitors can feel the power of nature through all five senses as they jump into the waterfall basin and splash in the water.
Access: 15 minutes by car from Uehara Port
⬇︎ Click here for plans including Omija River
beach of star sand
A rare beach where star-shaped sand can be seen!
Many people stop by before or after sightseeing on Yubu Island, and it is one of the spots where you can feel the nature of Yaeyama.
Access: 5 minutes by car from Uehara Port
⬇︎ for recommended tours including snorkeling.
⬇︎ for more information about snorkeling in Iriomote Island.
summary
Yubu Island "Subtropical Botanical Garden" is a tropical paradise that combines many attractions: contact with nature, experience of Okinawan culture, and a superb photo spot.
The special time that begins with access by buffalo cart will make you forget your busy daily life.
Please check the season and weather, and plan a sightseeing tour of Yubu Island full of healing and discovery!
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