Iriomote Island - the place where Iriomote Cat was discovered and captured
What is the place where the Iriomote wildcat was discovered and captured?
life buoy5 minutes walk from the port.
There is only a marker in front of the gate of the building named "Hometown Nature, Culture, and History Laboratory, Iriomote-kan.
(* "Hometown Nature, Culture, and History Laboratory Iriomote-kan" is a wholly privately owned facility and is not a public entity.
(The owner has been ill and the museum has been closed for a long time.)
The Iriomote wildcat was first discovered on March 17, 1974, at about 3:00 a.m. when it was captured by a resident after attacking a chicken in the eaves of a house.
To learn more about the Iriomote wildcatIriomote Island Wildlife Conservation Centeris recommended!
How to play at the Iriomote wildcat discovery and capture site
Iriomote Island is known throughout Japan as "Iriomote wildcat.
Let's go explore the birthplace of the Iriomote wildcat with a rental car or other means.
Related columns are here↓.
Ishigakijima Remote Island Terminal is very crowded, so purchase in advance and board the boat comfortably!
Advantages of pre-purchase
No need to wait in line at the counter on the day of purchase.
No need to worry about losing your ticket.
No need to worry about missing your ride!
No need to wait in long lines!
Details of the Iriomote wildcat discovery and capture site
| Location | Funauki, Taketomi Town, Yaeyama County, Okinawa Prefecture |
| Access | 5 minutes walk from Funauki Port |
| parking lot | - |
| toilet | - |
| Business Hours | - |
All the fun in Iriomote Island is here↓.
Iriomotejima Tours
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