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.Phantom one-night flower "SagaribanaDo you know what it is?
Sagaribana is a subtropical flower found only in areas south of Amami Oshima. The blooming time is also limited, usually from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m., and the flowers are in full bloom from 8:00 to 9:00 p.m.
Also known as 'ephemeral flowers', the reason for the sagaribana'sscatter overnightFrom. Sagaribana, which begin to fall at dawn, will tell you the arrival of summer in Ishigaki Island with its sweet fragrance.
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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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Sagaribana season and recommended time
It usually blooms from late June to August on Ishigaki Island, so those who travel to Ishigaki Island during this period 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!
Ishigaki Island is very humid! It is useful to have a towel for when you sweat.
◆Drinks
There are no vending machines or convenience stores around the habitat of sagaribana, so it is recommended to prepare in advance.
◆Cameras
Cell phones are sufficient for taking pictures, but for those who are particular about their shots, an SLR camera is recommended.
Recommended Sagaribana Viewing Tour
We will go around the jungle of Ishigaki Island in search of the "Sagaribana", a "phantom flower" that blooms only one night.
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!
◆Recommended for free research and company trips during summer vacation
◆Free tour equipment rental included
◆Tour participant special page present
◆No cancellation fee until 6:00 p.m. one day prior to the date of participation
Total number of participants exceeded 300,000!
3 Sagaribana spots in Ishigaki Island
(1) Tafuku Farm
Tafuku Farm is a famous farm located in Barabidou, about 10 minutes drive from downtown Ishigaki Island.
Here, ripe pineapples, subtropical plants, and island vegetables are cultivated, but especially the sagaribana can be seen.
The hot and humid pond near the farm is landscaped with sagaribana, and at night the sagaribana colony is lit up and its beauty is exceptional♪
Address: 2215-8 Tonoshiro, Ishigaki City, Okinawa, Japan
Access: 10 minutes by car from the city center
(2) Sagaribana forest in Hirakubo
In the Hirakubo area in the western part of Ishigaki Island, Hirakubo River runs through the northernmost part of the island, and about 300 sagaribana trees grow wild in its upper reaches.
From early to mid-July, these sagaribana are in full bloom, and many tourists come to see them lit up at night in the summer.
The handmade boardwalk is narrow, so you need to be very careful when viewing. Viewing the sagaribana while looking at the beautiful starlit sky of Ishigaki Island will give you a special moment.
Address: Hirakubo, Ishigaki City
Access: 50 minutes by car from Shin-Ishigaki Airport
(iii) within the Palace of Miyara
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 Hakatai Hospital. Although the number of sagaribana planted in the garden is fewer than at other spots, it is popular because it is easily accessible on foot from the city center.
Since Miyara-den is a private residence, visitors are not allowed to enter without permission, but they can tour the building from the garden (tour fee: 200 yen).
The scenery of white and pink colored sagaribana is very beautiful, so please feel free to visit if you are interested.
Address: 178 Aza-Ohkawa, Ishigaki City
Access: 15 minutes on foot from the remote island terminal
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summary
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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