Iriomote Island's New Year's Eve and New Year's Day weather, clothing, recommendations, and activities!

Let's see the first sunrise of the year on Iriomote Island!

☆ The event will be held again this year! While participating in activitiesfirst sunrise (of New Year)Would you like to see the
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Iriomotejima Island/2 hours] Refreshing and exciting experience from the morning☆Great start to the day! Sunrise SUP Tour★Free Photo（No.3)開始時間5:30-7:00
Varies depending on the time of sunrise.所要時間Approx. 2 hours8,900 yen →directional marker or indicator7,900suffix for names of swords, armour, musical instruments, etc.

Iriomotejima Island/2 hours] Refreshing and exciting experience from the morning☆Great start to the day! Sunrise Kayak Tour★Free Photo（No.51)開始時間5:30-7:00
Varies depending on the time of sunrise.所要時間Approx. 2 hours8,900 yen →directional marker or indicator7,900suffix for names of swords, armour, musical instruments, etc.

What is the year-end and New Year's season like in Iriomote Island?

Why don't you spend your New Year's holidays relaxing in Iriomote Island, Okinawa Prefecture?Winter in Iriomote Island can be enjoyed with the sensation of autumn.

Activity tours such as trekking, which are hesitated in the hot summer, are easy to participate in during this season!

This time, we will introduce how to spend the year-end and New Year holidays in Iriomote Island♪

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Weather and temperature in Iriomote Island during the year-end and New Year's holidays

Iriomote Island is one of the warmest areas in the Okinawa Islands, so even in winterAverage temperatures near 20 degrees Celsius.Yes, there is.

It is considerably warmer than the mainland, but can feel chilly on days with strong northerly winds.

Be sure to check the weather forecast carefully!

Clothing and personal belongings for year-end and New Year's trips to Iriomote Island

It can be somewhat chilly in short sleeves at times,Jacket or sweatshirt required.It is.

When entering the sea, it is cold if you wear only a bathing suit, so wear a wetsuit and fully enjoy the sea.

Also, be prepared for sudden squalls, so be sure to bring rain gear!

I want to go to Iriomote Island for New Year's Eve and New Year's Day!
Recommended Sightseeing Spots

Here are some spots you must visit when you come to Iriomote Island during the year-end and New Year's holidays.

Compared to summer, there are fewer tourists, so you can enjoy each spot in a relaxed and calm atmosphere.

Yubu Island (Hiroshima-Nagoya Island)

Yubu Island is located about 30 minutes by buffalo car from Iriomote Island.

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Autumn Special SALE 【Iriomotejima】Supervision of 3 popular islands! Mangrove SUP/Canoe & Barasu Island Landing & Buffalo Car "Yubu Island" Sightseeing Tour★Photo Free（No.78)開始時間9:00-16:00所要時間Approx. 7 hours21,700 yen →directional marker or indicator15,000suffix for names of swords, armour, musical instruments, etc.

Autumn Special SALE 【Iriomotejima / 1 Day】Sightseeing and activity as a set! Yubu Island" Sightseeing & Mangrove SUP or Canoeing (No.124)開始時間9:00-15:30所要時間Approx. 6 hours14,000 yen →directional marker or indicator12,500suffix for names of swords, armour, musical instruments, etc.

Iriomotejima Island/1 day] The early bird gets the worm on this very popular set☆Mangrove Canoeing to Pinaisara Falls & Yubu Island (buffalo cart) Sightseeing Tour《3-year-old participants OK!開始時間9:00-16:30所要時間Approx. 7.5 hours18,000 yen →directional marker or indicator15,000suffix for names of swords, armour, musical instruments, etc.

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Iriomote Island-Yubujima   About Yubu Island "Yubu Island" is one of the most famous sightseeing spots in Iriomote Island. It is located at the eastern end of Iriomote Island, about 40 minutes by car from Uehara Port, between Uehara Port and Ohara Port. When you go to Yubu Island from Iriomote Island, you can take a buffalo cart which departs and arrives every 15 minutes to cross between islands [...].

Mizuochi Falls

The Mizu Ochiri-no-taki Falls areIt is a secluded spot accessible only by boat from Shirahama Port.

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Tours Limited Discount】Iriomotejima⇆Ishigakijima Ferry Ticket Included★Hidden Secluded Area "Mizu Ochino Waterfall"! Mangrove Canoe/SUP & Crossing "Yubu Island" by Buffalo Car Sightseeing Tour★Free Photo (No.377)開始時間9:00-16:00所要時間Approx. 7 hours23,770 yen →directional marker or indicator18,600suffix for names of swords, armour, musical instruments, etc.

Special Autumn SALE [Iriomotejima / 1 Day] Enjoy the unexplored region and superb view! Waterfall SUP/Canoe & Miracle Island "Barasu Island" Snorkeling Tour ★Free Photo (No.46)開始時間9:00-16:30所要時間Approx. 7 hours22,800 yen →directional marker or indicator16,000suffix for names of swords, armour, musical instruments, etc.

Special Autumn SALE 【Iriomotejima/Half Day】Iriomote Island's Unexplored "Mizu Ochino Waterfall"☆ Great Nature Mangrove Canoe & Waterfall Play Tour★Free Photo & Pick-up Service Included（No.108)開始時間9:00-12:40 / 13:00-16:40所要時間Approx. 2.5 hours10,470 yen →directional marker or indicator8,900suffix for names of swords, armour, musical instruments, etc.

Autumn Special SALE 【Iriomotejima/Half Day】To "Mizu Ochino Waterfall", the unexplored region of Iriomote Island! Great Nature Mangrove SUP & Waterfall Fun Tour★Free Photo & Pick-up & Drop-off (No.109)開始時間9:00-12:40 / 13:00-16:40所要時間Approx. 2.5 hours10,470 yen →directional marker or indicator8,900suffix for names of swords, armour, musical instruments, etc.

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Iriomote Island-Mizunochi Falls   About Mizu Ochino Waterfall The waterfall is located in the unexplored Funauki area, which can only be reached by boat from Shirahama Port. It can be reached by canoe or boat tour. It is located at the end of the river, where you can cross Funauki Bay by kayak from Shirahama and enjoy the view of the mangroves. The [...].

Sangala Falls

Sangala Falls is a rare waterfall with a river width of over 30 meters, and it is home to flora and fauna unique to the subtropical zone, such as the tenaga shrimp and tong tong mee.

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World Heritage Iriomote Island] "Sangara Falls" Mangrove Canoeing & Jungle Trekking 1-Day Course with Happy Lunch (No.88)開始時間9:00-16:00所要時間Approx. 7 hours14,000 yen

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Iriomote Island - Nishida River (Sangara) Falls   What is Sangara Falls? It is a waterfall located in the upper reaches of the Nishida River (Sangara), with a small drop of 3 meters but a wide width of 30 meters. Sangara Falls is said to be a hidden scenic spot in Iriomote Island. People who want to relax and families with small children [...].

Pinaisara Falls

Pinaisara Falls is the largest waterfall in Okinawa Prefecture, with a drop of 55 meters.

↓ Held at Pinaisara Falls! Click here for recommended tours.

Iriomotejima/Half-day Morning]Mangrove Canoeing & Trekking Course to Pinaisara Falls The first one to arrive first wins!開始時間9:00-13:00所要時間Approx. 4 hours11,000 yen

Iriomotejima Island / 1 day】To the top of Pinaisara Falls and the waterfall basin! Special tour with limited number of participants☆Mangrove canoeing & trekking course♪The view from the top of the waterfall is sure to impress you♪ Lunch included (No.12)開始時間9:00-16:00所要時間Approx. 6.5 hours14,000 yen

Iriomotejima Island/1 day] The early bird gets the worm on this very popular set☆Mangrove Canoeing to Pinaisara Falls & Yubu Island (buffalo cart) Sightseeing Tour《3-year-old participants OK!開始時間9:00-16:30所要時間Approx. 7.5 hours18,000 yen →directional marker or indicator15,000suffix for names of swords, armour, musical instruments, etc.

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Iriomote Island-Pinaisara Falls   About Pinaisara Falls The most famous waterfall in Iriomote Island is this Pinaisara Falls. Pinaisara Falls is the largest waterfall in Okinawa Prefecture with a drop of about 55 meters. ⬇︎☆Click here to see the tour of Pinaisara Falls☆⬇︎ "Pinaisara" [...].

Star Sand Beach

Hoshi-suna Beach is the most famous beach in Iriomote Island, where you can find a lot of star-shaped sand.

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Autumn Special SALE 【Iriomotejima/2 hours】This tour is like a natural aquarium where children and adults alike can enjoy themselves! Tropical Snorkeling Tour★Free Photo（No.22)開始時間9:00-11:30 / 13:00-15:30所要時間Approx. 2 hours7,900 yen →directional marker or indicator6,900suffix for names of swords, armour, musical instruments, etc.

★Special Autumn SALE 【Iriomotejima / 1 Day】Iriomotejima Unique Experience ☆Mangrove SUP/Canoe & Snorkeling Tour ★Free Photo (No.84)開始時間9:00-15:30所要時間Approx. 6.5 hours19,800 yen →directional marker or indicator13,800suffix for names of swords, armour, musical instruments, etc.

Iriomotejima Island / 1 Day] Participation OK from 3 years old! Buffalo Car "Yubu Island" Sightseeing & Tropical Snorkeling Greedy Tour ★Photo Free (No.99)開始時間9:00-15:30所要時間Approx. 6.5 hours13,000 yen →directional marker or indicator11,500suffix for names of swords, armour, musical instruments, etc.

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Iriomote Island - Hoshi-suna Beach (Star Sand Beach)   About Hoshi-suna Beach Hoshi-suna Beach is located in the northern part of the island, about 5 minutes by car or 15 minutes by bicycle from Uehara Port in Iriomote Island. It is named "Hoshi-suna beach" (star sand beach) because there are many star-shaped sands. It is the most famous in the World Heritage Iriomote Island, [...].

The year-end and New Year holidays in Iriomote Island are also being held!
Recommended Activities

Here are some recommended activities you can participate in during the year-end and New Year's holidays.

Join the tour and enjoy the great nature of Iriomote Island♪

Iriomote Island popular tour ranking is here!

Yubu Island Tour

This tour includes a tour around Yubu Island from Iriomote Island across the sea by buffalo.

The mangrove forest of the Nakama River, one of the largest in JapanViewing on a cruise shipThis is a very satisfying plan that also allows you to

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Ishigaki Island/Half-day Afternoon]Nakama River Mangrove Cruise & Yubu Island Sightseeing Course（including free pick-up & drop-off of luggage）Iriomote Cat Protection Activity Base☆(No.516)開始時間12:00-18:20所要時間Approx. 5 hours11,800 yen

Ishigaki Island excursion】 Nakama River Mangrove Cruise & Yubu Island Sightseeing ◆Half day course in the morning 《Free pickup & drop off at designated hotel & free luggage storage》（No.515)開始時間8:30-13:20所要時間Approx. 5 hours12,200 yen

Ishigaki Island Tour】 Nakama River Mangrove Cruise & Yubu Island Sightseeing Tour《One-Day Tour with Happy Lunch》（No.514)開始時間8:30-15:00所要時間Approx. 7 hours14,200 yen

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Yubu Island (buffalo cart) Sightseeing Tour Yubu Island is the most popular sightseeing spot in the island, which can be reached from Iriomote Island. You can enjoy sightseeing in Yubu Island by a slow-moving buffalo cart! (28 total) アクティビティの詳細を見る

canoe

Even in Iriomote Island where the north wind blows,The jungle is less exposed to strong winds.Canoeing can be enjoyed even in winter.

Also, compared to summer, there are fewer tourists, so visitors can relax and enjoy the unexplored region.

↓Click here for recommended tours including canoeing.

Special Autumn SALE [Iriomote Island/2.5 hours] Same-day reservation OK!開始時間9:00-11:30,13:00-15:30所要時間2 hours and 30 min.8,900 yen →directional marker or indicator7,900suffix for names of swords, armour, musical instruments, etc.

Iriomotejima/Half-day Morning]Mangrove Canoeing & Trekking Course to Pinaisara Falls The first one to arrive first wins!開始時間9:00-13:00所要時間Approx. 4 hours11,000 yen

Autumn Special SALE 【Iriomotejima / 1 Day】Paddle, dive, and get excited! Mangrove SUP or Canoe & Powerful Canyoning Tour 《Photo Free & Pick Up & Drop Off Available》(No.97)開始時間9:00-15:30所要時間Approx. 6.5 hours21,700 yen →directional marker or indicator15,000suffix for names of swords, armour, musical instruments, etc.

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Iriomotejima Canoe (Kayak) Tour Enjoy the great nature of Iriomote Island with standard activities! Canoeing tour to the beautiful rivers of Iriomote Island with mangrove forests. (70 total) アクティビティの詳細を見る

trekking

This is an activity that allows you to feel the great nature of Iriomote Island with your whole body.

There are advanced courses as well as beginner courses that even children can enjoy,You are sure to find a plan that suits you!

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Iriomotejima/Half-day Morning]Mangrove Canoeing & Trekking Course to Pinaisara Falls The first one to arrive first wins!開始時間9:00-13:00所要時間Approx. 4 hours11,000 yen

Iriomotejima Island / 1 day】To the top of Pinaisara Falls and the waterfall basin! Special tour with limited number of participants☆Mangrove canoeing & trekking course♪The view from the top of the waterfall is sure to impress you♪ Lunch included (No.12)開始時間9:00-16:00所要時間Approx. 6.5 hours14,000 yen

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Iriomotejima Jungle Trekking Tour Jungle trekking tour to enjoy with your eyes while walking through the virgin forests of Iriomote Island, and enjoy the chirping of animals with your ears! (41 total) アクティビティの詳細を見る

SUP

SUP is outstandingly stable and maneuverable.The challenge is easy to take on.

It is a new type of activity that is rapidly gaining popularity around the world, regardless of age or gender, as an easy activity!

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Iriomotejima Island] A classic of the World Natural Heritage Iriomote Island!開始時間9:00-11:30 / 13:00-15:30所要時間Approx. 2.5 hours8,900 yen →directional marker or indicator7,900suffix for names of swords, armour, musical instruments, etc.

Autumn Special SALE 【Iriomote Island】Same-day reservation OK☆Akane-iro sunset surrounds you! Sunset SUP Tour in the Nature of World Heritage Iriomote Island ★《Photo Free & Uehara Area Pick-up OK》（No.4)開始時間17:30-19:00所要時間Approx. 1.5 hours8,900 yen →directional marker or indicator7,900suffix for names of swords, armour, musical instruments, etc.

Autumn Special SALE【Iriomotejima / 1 day】Reasonable price! Mangrove SUP/Canoe & "Miracle Island" Barasu Island Snorkeling Tour ★Free Photo & Pick-up & Drop-off (No.92)開始時間9:00-15:30所要時間Approx. 6.5 hours21,700 yen →directional marker or indicator15,000suffix for names of swords, armour, musical instruments, etc.

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Iriomote Island SUP Tour Enjoy the beautiful rivers of Iriomote Island with mangroves by popular SUP. (50 total) アクティビティの詳細を見る

Exploring the limestone caves

Created in a subtropical jungleExplore the limestone cavesThis tour is a unique experience.

It is not as hot as in summer, and winters are comfortable, allowing visitors to enjoy subtropical plants and animals!

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Autumn Special SALE 【Iriomotejima】To the unexplored jungle of the World Heritage Iriomote Island! Mangrove SUP or Canoe & Stalactite Cave Experience Tour 《with free photo data present》（No.77)開始時間9:00-11:30 / 13:00-15:30所要時間Approx. 3 hours14,000 yen →directional marker or indicator12,000suffix for names of swords, armour, musical instruments, etc.

Autumn Special SALE 【Iriomotejima】New experience in the World Heritage Iriomote Island! A tour of caving (exploration of limestone caves) with great power 《with free photo data present》（No.44）.開始時間9:00-11:30/13:00-15:30所要時間Approx. 2 hours6,900 yen →directional marker or indicator5,900suffix for names of swords, armour, musical instruments, etc.

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Exploration of Iriomote Island limestone caves (caving experience) Enjoy the numerous waterfalls in Iriomote Island and limestone caves that appear suddenly in the jungle! We will guide you to the cool and mysterious space. (6 in total) アクティビティの詳細を見る

Stargazing & Night Safari Tour

The winter starry sky of Iriomote Island isThe air is clean and clear.The Southern Cross is a beautiful sight to behold.

It is a luxurious way to enjoy Iriomote Island in winter, which only those who stay at Iriomote Island can experience♪.

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Mangrove SUP/Canoe & Jungle Trekking Caves Exploration (Caving) Tour☆Photo Free (No.33)開始時間10:00-16:00所要時間Approx. 5.5 hours17,000 yen →directional marker or indicator12,000suffix for names of swords, armour, musical instruments, etc.

Special Autumn SALE [Iriomotejima/Night] Same-day reservation OK! Starry sky & subtropical jungle night tour♪Recommended for families with children and group tours (No.16)開始時間20:00-22:00所要時間Approx. 2 hours5,900 yen →directional marker or indicator4,900suffix for names of swords, armour, musical instruments, etc.

Sunset & Night Kayak Tour☆New experience in Iriomote Island, a World Natural Heritage site♪Free photo & pick-up (No.65)開始時間Summer: 18:00-19:30
(Winter) 16:45-18:15所要時間Approx. 2 hours8,900 yen →directional marker or indicator7,900suffix for names of swords, armour, musical instruments, etc.

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Iriomote Island Night Tour (star gazing) Night tour is recommended to see the deep nature of Iriomote Island! If you come all the way to Iriomote Island, it would be a waste if you don't enjoy the island until night! (14 in total) アクティビティの詳細を見る

Includes a special ferry ticket!
Check out our set plans!

Iriomote Island from Ishigaki IslandIt can only be reached by ferry.

We recommend the plan that includes "Ishigaki - Iriomote ferry ticket" and "local activities"!

It is more economical than booking the ferry and activities separately and saves you the hassle of purchasing ferry tickets.

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Tours Limited Discount】Iriomotejima⇆Iragakijima Ferry Ticket Included★Do the standard! Iriomotejima Mangrove SUP or Canoe Half Day Course★Free Photo (No.559)開始時間8:00-15:20 / 11:00-17:55所要時間Approx. 5-6 hours14,670 yen →directional marker or indicator13,000suffix for names of swords, armour, musical instruments, etc.

Tours Limited Discount】Iriomotejima⇆Ishigakijima Ferry Ticket Included★Mangrove SUP or Canoe & Canyoning 1 Day Course★Free Photo (No.561)開始時間8:00-17:55所要時間Approx. 8.5 hours27,470 yen →directional marker or indicator20,100suffix for names of swords, armour, musical instruments, etc.

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summary

In this issue, we introduced the year-end and New Year holidays in Iriomote Island.

Escaping the cold mainland, Iriomote IslandHow about spending a peaceful vacation in

Please take a look at it as a reference for your travel plans♪

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