Iriomote Island - Nakama River
What is Nakama River?
It is a large river boasting the largest mangrove basin area in Japan, and is a popular activity spot where you can go up by pleasure boat or kayak.
The river is over 200 meters wide near its mouth, and the view of the magnificent river and mangroves from the Nakama Bridge is exceptional.
Mangrove forests cover approximately 300 hectares on both banks of the river, the largest in Japan, and are designated as a national natural monument.
How to play in the Nakama River
On the Nakama River, sightseeing is usually done by mangrove cruise on a sightseeing boat.
In the upper reaches of the Nakama River, you can see saxifrage trees that are said to be about 400 years old, and mangrove trees such as Yaeyama hirugi, Ohirugi, and Mehirugi.
Also, by touring around the remote islands, etc.Yubu Island (Hiroshima-Nagoya Island)and set plans are popular.
⬇︎Here are some tours you can enjoy on the Nakama River
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!
Nakama River Details
| Location | Taketomi Town, Yaeyama County, Okinawa PrefectureView Map) |
| Access | 15 minutes walk from Nakama Port |
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| toilet | - |
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