About the buffalo of Ishigaki Island! Introducing places for buffalo sightseeing in the surrounding islands!

Explains about the water buffalo you can meet in Ishigaki Island!

Did you know that Okinawa, including Ishigaki Island, has a deep connection with buffaloes?

Brought to the island by Taiwanese immigrants in the 1930s, buffaloes have been widely used for farming and transportation, and have become important livestock for the islanders.

Times have changed, and now they carry tourists.water buffalo trainto help guide us around the island in a relaxed manner.

Many people may want to take a ride on a buffalo cart when they come to Ishigaki Island for sightseeing.

This article details the remote islands where you can see buffaloes and recommended tours!

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An island where you can go sightseeing on a buffalo cart from Ishigaki Island.

Now, let us introduce in detail the remote islands from Ishigaki Island where you can go sightseeing with a buffalo cart.

Taketomi Island

Approximately 15 minutes by ferry from Ishigaki IslandTaketomi Island is easy to get to and is not to be missed if you are planning to visit the remote islands.

Red-tiled roofs, stone walls piled with coral, and white sand paths swept every morning,Original landscape of OkinawaThe streets are full of history and have been designated as an Important Preservation District for Groups of Traditional Buildings.

You can take a leisurely ride on a buffalo cart to visit such historical scenery. Currently, "Taketomi Tourist Center" offers buffalo cart sightseeing on Taketomi Island.

No advance reservationsThe buses are located in the center of the island. When you arrive at Taketomi Island and get off the ferry, look for the bus at the tourist center and ask for it.

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Taketomi Island, only 10 minutes from Ishigaki Island, is thoroughly explained!Contents1 What is Taketomi Island? 2 How to get to Taketomi Island from Ishigaki Island (Ferry) 3 Ten Sightseeing Spots on Taketomi Island3.1 1) Homes and Villages on Taketomi Island (Important Preservation District for Groups of Traditional Buildings)3.2) Nagomi no To 3.3) Star Sand Beach (Kaiji Beach)3.4) Kondoi [...].

Yubu Island

Yubu Island, adjacent to Iriomote Island, is an entire island.subtropical botanical gardenThe island is located in the southwestern part of the island, and is accessible only by a buffalo cart.

The closest place to board is Iriomote Island.Ohara PortIt is. It takes about 20 minutes by car from Ohara Port, or you can take a local bus toYubu Buffalo Cart StopThe goal is to achieve a "good" result.

The buffalo cart takes about 10 minutes to cross the shallow sea. You can enjoy the extraordinary scenery while listening to the sanshin (Okinawan three-stringed instrument) and songs of the guides.

Yubu Island is a small island that can be visited in about 30 minutes, but there are many sights to see all year round!bougainvilleaand ... andhibiscusThe island is like a paradise where tropical flowers such as If you visit Iriomote Island, you should definitely visit there.

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How to get to Yubujima (Yubu Island), how to enjoy it, and recommended places! Charm of remote islands crossed by buffalo cartThe island is 2 km in circumference, 1.5 m above sea level, and surrounded by the sea, but if you dig the ground, you will find fresh water.

Recommended! 6 tours that also include buffalo cart sightseeing

Here are some recommended tours with buffalo cart sightseeing.

Ferry Ticketsor contains,activitythan with or going individually.definitely worth itIt is!

(1) Landing on "Phantom Island" with spectacular view + snorkeling & leisurely sightseeing on Taketomi Island

'Thephantom islandThis is a special plan that includes snorkeling and sightseeing in Taketomi Island (ferry ticket). Recommended for those who want to have fun without being pressed for time!

⬇︎For Phantom Island Snorkeling and Taketomi Island Tour, click here.

Special Winter SALE 【Ishigaki Island / 1 Day】Take in 2 remote islands to the fullest! Spectacular "Phantom Island" Landing + Snorkeling & Relaxing "Taketomi Island" Sightseeing ★ Free Photo Tour (with pick-up service) (No.459)開始時間8:00-16:30所要時間Approx. 6 hours19,600 yen →9,800yen

(2) Pinaisara Falls & Yubu Island

The largest waterfall in Okinawa Prefecture with a drop of 54 metersPinaisara FallsThis is a very popular course that combines sightseeing on Yubu Island with a tour of the island.

The canoes are stable, so even those who are not confident in their physical strength can enjoy the canoeing. Lunch is included.

Click here for Pinaisara & Yubu Island Tour reservations

Mangrove SUP or Canoe & Yubu Island Sightseeing

This is a popular plan that allows you to explore mangrove forests by SUP or canoe in the great nature of Iriomote Island, and then enjoy sightseeing in Yubu Island.

You can choose SUP or canoe.I am also glad to see that

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4) Barasu Island snorkeling & Yubu Island sightseeing

The "Miracle Island," as it is called.Barras IslandThis tour offers snorkeling and sightseeing on Yubu Island.

If you're lucky.sea turtleYou may also be able to see the "Giant coral reefs" and tropical fish! Even if you don't, you will be impressed by the large coral reefs and tropical fish.

This is a greedy tour where you can see tropical fish, plants, and buffaloes.

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(5) Sangala Falls Mangrove & Yubu Island Sightseeing

'TheSangala FallsThis is a very satisfying one-day plan that includes SUP/canoe cruising and sightseeing on Yubu Island.

Unique to subtropical regions that you don't usually encountermangroveand brackish-water fish will welcome you.

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Canyoning & Yubu Island Sightseeing

The last tour we will introduce is for sightseeing in Yubu Island.Canyoning (descending a stream)This plan includes a set of

In canyoning, you will go down the river with only your body. Safety measures are taken by wearing life jackets and helmets!

In Yubu Island sightseeing, you have about one hour of free time so you can enjoy it at your own pace.

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summary

We introduced about the buffaloes in Ishigaki Island. Please visit to see the big but calm and gentle buffalo with kind eyes.

Since there are few rental cars and buses in Iriomote Island, we recommend you to take a tour that is combined with an activity!

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Creatures you can meet in Ishigaki Island and Iriomote IslandIshigaki Island, a subtropical island, is home to large and realistic creatures that have never been seen on the mainland! This time, we will introduce the creatures you can meet in Ishigaki Island and which tours you can meet them.