Ishigaki Island - Hirugi community in Fuki-tsuki-gawa River
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What is the hirugi community in the Fukidori River?
Located in the northern part of Ishigaki Islandriver running between Tokyo-to and Kanagawa PrefectureThe hirugi (Japanese hollyhock) colony stretches around the mouth of the
At low tide, the water recedes and you can walk through the mangroves and encounter crabs, gobies, and other sea creatures.
The tour will take you by canoe or SUP into the mangroves.
Hirugi forest in Miyara RiverIt is one of the mangroves you can enjoy in Ishigaki Island along with
Directions to the hirugi community on the Fukidori River
The hirugi community of Fuki-tsukigawa is located about 35 minutes by car from the Remote Island Terminal and about 20 minutes by car from Shin-Ishigaki Airport.
(1) Exit the Terminal, turn right and go north on Route 87.
(2) Follow the road for a while, turn right at the intersection with the Pineapple Club on your left, and turn left at the intersection where it merges with Route 209.
(3) Continue north and turn left at the intersection where Route 79 merges with Route 79 after crossing the Omoto Tunnel.
(4) Follow the road and you will arrive at the Fukidori Bridge, from where you can take the stairs down.
◆If you are going from Shin-Ishigaki Airport
(1) Exit Shin-Ishigaki Airport, turn right, go north on Route 390, cross the river and turn left at the first Y-junction.
(2) Follow the road and turn left at the intersection where Route 79 merges with Route 79 after crossing the Omoto Tunnel.
(iii) Follow the road until you reach the Fuki-tsukibashi Bridge, from which you can take the stairs down.
How to play in the hirugi community of the Fukidori River
river running between Tokyo-to and Kanagawa Prefectureis one of the best activity spots in Ishigaki Island.
A popular course is to cruise along the mangrove river while viewing the holly colony, and then trekking to the waterfall on the way.
It is a popular spot not only for children but also for adults, as it offers a more athletic jungle experience than one can imagine.
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Detail of hirugi community in Fuki-dori River
Fuki-tsuki-gawa is a 2.2 km long river originating from Nosodake, one of the most scenic spots in Ishigaki Island and famous for the legend of Ma-pei.
The Fukidori and Miyara Rivers are popular fields for river activities. Compared to the Miyara River, the largest river on the island, the Fukidori River is smaller and can be easily accessed upstream from the river mouth.
The area near the mouth of the Fukidori River is brackish water where fresh water from the river mixes with seawater, and mangroves, formed mainly by hirgi-plants, grow in clusters.
Most of the mangroves in the Fukidori River on Ishigaki Island are Yaeyama Hirugi, Ohirugi, and Mehirugi, which are designated as national natural treasures.
Hirudoaceae in the Fukidori River
Rhizophora mucronata (species of mangrove)
Yaeyama Hirugi is a member of the Hirugiaceae family distributed on some of the Yaeyama Islands, and most of the mangroves on Ishigaki Island are dominated by this species.
It is a tall tree, reaching several meters, with thick supporting roots that support the entire tree.
It sucks up brackish water, a mixture of fresh and salt water, from its roots and accumulates only the tide into its leaves until it reaches its limit, at which point the leaves turn yellow and then fall off.
black mangrove (Bruguiera gymnorrhiza)
The roots of the Ojirugi are shaped like knees, and they emerge from the surface of the water.
It is called "knee root" because of its knee-like shape.
Kandelia obovata (species of mangrove)
Mehirugi was named "mehirugi" in contrast to "ohirugi" because it has thinner roots and more beautiful flowers than "ohirugi.
It is resistant to cold and grows vigorously in winter, and can be seen north of Yaeyama.
white mangrove
Hirugidamashi is not a member of the Hirugiaceae family, but it is a mangrove plant that can be found in the Fukidori River.
Although not as abundant, they are highly tolerant of salinity and can be seen in small numbers in brackish water near the ocean.
As its English name, pencil root, suggests, it grows vertically from the sea surface like a pencil standing up.
Recommended sightseeing spots near hirugi colony on Fuki-tsuki-gawa River
Edna Beach
Coral and tropical fish are abundant, and snorkeling and diving can be enjoyed.
It is also known as a sunset spot, with the reddish sand of the beach turning even redder in the setting sun, providing a spectacular view that cannot be seen on any other beach.
The beach is also frequented by locals as the village of Idna is located near the beach.
Address: Ukimi, Ishigaki City, Okinawa, Japan
Access: 25 minutes by car from Shin-Ishigaki Airport, 35 minutes by car from Ishigaki Port Terminal
Hours of operation: None
Usage fee: Free of charge
Facilities: vending machines available
Toilet: None
Parking : Available
mountain at the bottom of the Siberian mountain range
Nosodake is the second highest mountain on the island at 284 meters above sea level, and its unobstructed 360-degree view of the island makes it one of the most scenic spots on the island.
It is the second highest mountain on the island, but since the mountains in Okinawa are not that high, trekking can be easily enjoyed.
Nosodake is also known as a romantic spot with the legend of Ma Pei, a sad love story.
It is said that touching the Marpei Rock at the top of the mountain will bring you luck in love, so be sure to touch it when you visit.
Location: Nosoko, Ishigaki City, Okinawa Prefecture
Access
25 minutes drive from Shin-Ishigaki Airport, 35 minutes from Ishigaki Port Terminal
Parking: Free parking available
Meals (nearby): Available
Toilet: None
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Inoda Auto Camp Ground
Inoda Auto Campground is located on the east coast of Ishigaki Island, making it a popular sunrise spot, and you can wake up to a pleasant sunrise the morning after camping.
There is a beach and multipurpose plaza in the back, complete with athletic facilities, restrooms, hot showers, cooking facilities, and laundry facilities in the plaza.
Location: Momosato Inoda, Ishigaki City, Okinawa, Japan
Access: 40 minutes by bus from Ishigaki Port
Parking: 10 cars / free of charge
Meals (nearby): Available
Toilet: Yes
Detail of hirugi community in Fuki-dori River
| Location | Nosoko, Ishigaki City, Okinawa, JapanView in MAP) |
| Access | Approximately 35 minutes by car from the remote island terminal and 20 minutes by car from Ishigaki Airport. |
| parking lot | nashi (Pyrus pyrifolia, esp. var. culta) |
| toilet | nashi (Pyrus pyrifolia, esp. var. culta) |
| Business Hours | - |
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