Let's go see "Sagaribana", a miraculous flower that blooms only one night on Ishigaki Island! Introducing recommended spots and tours!

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Sagaribana," a miraculous flower that blooms only one night

The flowers usually bloom from late June to August on Ishigaki Island, and have the meaning of "leading to good luck.The fantastic one-night flower "Sagaribana".

Sagaribana is a subtropical flower found only in areas south of Amami-Oshima.

Here,Information on how to enjoy the "Sagaribana," called the phantom flowerto the following!

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What is Sagaribana blooming in Ishigaki Island?

Ishigaki Island was registered as Iriomote-Ishigaki National Park in 2016.One of the largest colonies of sagaribana in JapanThere are

During the blooming season, from May to the end of July, its beauty can be enjoyed from the boardwalk illuminated by rope lights. Sagaribana emit a sweet fragrance and are very mysterious in bloom.

Sagaribana likes to be near water.Often found in mangrove swampsThe following is a list of the most common problems with the

The sagaribana colony can only be reached by tour, so go with a guide for a safe visit!

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Recommended season & time

Usually,Blooms from late June to August on Ishigaki IslandSo, if you are traveling to Ishigaki Island during this season, you have a chance to see it!

Blooming time is also limited, usually starting around 6:00 to 7:00 p.m. and reaching full bloom around 8:00 to 9:00 p.m. (See theBest to arrive at the spot around 21:00.(◎)

What to wear & bring when going to see sagaribana

The spots where you can see sagaribana are often humid and inhabited by insects.

It was dark and hard to see around me, so I wore long pants (Dressing in a way that hides bare skin) is recommended!

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Ishigaki Island Stargazing & Night Safari Tour You will experience beautiful starry skies and subtropical flora and fauna that you will never experience anywhere else. A night tour is the best way to end the day! (15 in total) アクティビティの詳細を見る

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Ishigakijima Massage Experience Yoga experience that leads your body to relax slowly in the beautiful natural scenery of Ishigaki Island♪ Early morning yoga and sunset yoga in the sunset are also recommended! (21 total) アクティビティの詳細を見る

Recommended Sagaribana Viewing Tour

Sagaribana, a "phantom flower" that blooms only one nightThe tour will take you around the jungles of Ishigaki Island in search of the best of the island.

During the tour, in addition to sagaribana, you can also observe subtropical creatures and, if the weather permits, see the stars. Children will surely be very excited!

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You may be able to see creatures you have never seen before.
◆Recommended for free research and company trips during summer vacation
◆Free tour equipment rental included
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◆No cancellation fee until 6:00 p.m. one day prior to the date of participation
Total number of participants exceeded 300,000!

Ishigaki Island Night Tour for viewing "Sagaribana", a fantastic flower that falls in one night (No.317)開始時間20:00-22:00所要時間Approx. 2 hours7,900 yen →4,900yen

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3 Sagaribana spots in Ishigaki Island

Here are three spots where you can enjoy the fantastic flower "sagaribana!

Tafuku Farm

Tafuku Farm is,Famous farm located in Barabidou, about 10 minutes drive from downtown Ishigaki Island.It is.

A hot and humid pond near the farm has been landscaped with sagaribana,At night, a colony of sagaribana lights up.The beauty of the scenery is exceptional.

Sagaribana forest in Hirakubo

The Hirakubo area in the western part of Ishigaki Island has the Hirakubo River flowing through the northernmost part of the island.About 300 sagaribana trees grow wild upstream.The company is doing so.

From early to mid-July, these sagaribana are in full bloom and illuminated on summer nights.Therefore, many tourists visit the area.

You will have a special moment to appreciate sagaribana while viewing the beautiful starlit sky of Ishigaki Island.

Basic Information on Hirakubo's Sagaribana Forest

Address: Hirakubo, Ishigaki City
Access: 50 minutes by car from Shin-Ishigaki Airport

Hirakubo Sagaribana community   About Hirakubo Sagaribana Community Hirakubo Sagaribana Community is a large colony of sagaribana located between Hirakubo Village and the lighthouse in Hirakubo area, the southernmost part of Ishigaki Island. Sagaribana is a flowering tree distributed in wetlands of tropical and subtropical climates, and is found in Japan [...].

inside the palace grounds

Miyara-dennai is a building modeled after a samurai residence built by Miyara Chikunjo, an administrative official of the Ryukyu Dynasty.

The garden is planted with sagaribana, which can be seen as you walk down the parking lot from the benevolent hospital.

The number of sagaribana planted in the garden is small compared to other spots,Popular because it is easily accessible on foot from the city center.There are

Miyara-den is a private residence,Visitors are not allowed to enter without permission, but they can see from the garden (200 yen).It is.

The scenery of white and pink colored sagaribana is very beautiful, so please feel free to visit if you are interested.

Basic Information on Miyara-dennai

Address: 178 Aza-Ohkawa, Ishigaki City
Access: 15 minutes on foot from the remote island terminal

Ishigaki Island-Miyara-dennai Miyara-dennai (Miyara-dennai) scenery Exterior Entrance fee information Gatehouse Interior display Source: 4travel Enjoy a comfortable trip by car rental Let's reserve a rental car in advance, as reservations fill up quickly! ↓ For more information, click here↓ &n [...].

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Q&A about Sagaribana

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In this issue, we introduced the sagaribana of Ishigaki Island.

Please come to Ishigaki Island to appreciate the fragile and fantastic "Sagaribana" flower that emits a sweet fragrance!

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Firefly watching in Ishigaki Island! Enjoy the firefly night show only from March to June!From March to June, you can see Japan's smallest "Yaeyama fireflies" on Ishigaki Island. This is the time when shooting stars can also be seen at the same time, and you will have a wonderful time with the collaboration between the light of both the sky and the ground.

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