How to get to Yubujima (Yubu Island), how to enjoy it, and recommended places! Charm of remote islands crossed by buffalo cart
Table of Contents
- 1 What is the subtropical botanical paradise "Yubu Island"?
- 2 How to get to Yubu Island
- 3 Recommended Spots on Yubu Island
- 4 Recommended Yubu Island Sightseeing Tour
- 4.1 Tour of remote islands including Yubu Island
- 4.2 Iriomote Island with ferry ticket☆! Mangrove Canoe/SUP & Yubu Island Sightseeing
- 4.3 Iriomote Island with ferry ticket☆! Snorkeling & Yubu Island buffalo cart sightseeing
- 4.4 Pinaisara Falls & Yubu Island Sightseeing
- 4.5 Iriomote Island with ferry ticket Canyoning & Yubu Island Sightseeing
- 5 summary
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What is the subtropical botanical paradise "Yubu Island"?
Yubu Island is a remote island so small that it can be circled in about an hour on foot.
The island was once uninhabited, but rice farmers began migrating to the mosquito-free Yubu Island to fight malaria.At the end of the war, up to 300 or more people lived there.The following is a list of the most common problems with the
However, most of the islanders relocated to Iriomote Island due to typhoon damage in 1969. Currently Yubu Island is,One residentcontinued to plant palms and opened a botanical garden in 1981.
Yubu Island is a small paradise where visitors can enjoy a buffalo cart ride from Iriomote Island and listen to the music of sanshin (three-stringed instrument).
Address: 694 Komi, Taketomi-cho, Yaeyama-gun, Okinawa, Japan
Access:
About 35 minutes by car from Uehara Port
20 minutes by car from Ohara Port
Parking: Available
Hours: 9:30 - 16:00 (closing time for admission is 15:15)
Admission: Adults ￥1760, Children ￥880
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How to get to Yubu Island
You cannot go directly from Ishigaki Island to Yubu Island, so you must go via Iriomote Island once.
Iriomote Island has very few cabs and buses for its large area. In order to get around efficiently, it is better to go there by yourself than byPlan that includes sightseeing on Yubu Islandto participate in the program!
(1) Board a ferry from Ishigaki Island to Uehara Port.
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(2) Approximately 35 minutes by car from Uehara Port to the south on Prefectural Route 135.
◆Ishigaki Island → Ohara Port in Iriomote Island → Yubu Island
(1) Board a ferry from Ishigaki Island to Ohara
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(2) Approximately 20 minutes drive north on Prefectural Route 135 from Ohara Port.
⬇︎ Plan with Yubu Island sightseeing included
Recommended Spots on Yubu Island
The subtropical botanical garden "Yubu Island" can be visited in about 1 hour and 30 minutes, so if you are going to visit, visit all the famous places!
buffalo cart waiting area
Waiting room for the buffalo cart. There is a parlor attached here, so you can buy souvenirs and seasonal fruits on your way home!
Air-conditioning is also available, so those who visit during the hot summer season can cool off here☆.
Buffalo Pond
A pond where buffaloes spend their time during rest. You will be lucky if you see a calf born on Yubu Island!
Buffaloes can be seen relaxing, and several buffaloes can be seen resting in the pond to cool off and rest their bodies.
butterfly garden
Butterfly garden where butterflies gracefully flit about. Japan's largest butterfly, the "Lady of the Tropics".tree nymph butterfly (Idea leuconoe)The main breeding program is for the
It is one of the spots you should see when visiting Yubu Island.
Their graceful flight is a must-see. The pupa is a beautiful golden color.
Shell House
Many shells living in the sea around Iriomote Island are displayed.
There are also stuffed coconut crabs and sea turtles. You will be surprised to see shells of sizes you have never seen before!
It is also popular for children's free research during summer vacation! Highly recommended for families with children.
Restaurants and stores
Stop by for lunch or a break!
The restaurant is large enough to accommodate groups. The menu is extensive, so you should be able to have any lunch you like.
Ruins of the old school gate
There used to be an elementary and junior high school on Yubu Island when the population was 300. The remains of that school can still be seen today.
It is currently formed by five plant species and is a habitat for rare small animals.
Yubu Island Well
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In the past, before the water supply was installed, this well was a very important lifeline.
Currently no longer in useIt is said that fresh water can be found when the ground is dug up to 1 meter deep. It is amazing that fresh water still comes out of the ground even though it is surrounded by the sea.
Manta Beach (Yubu Island Tea House)
This beach is located near Yubujima Teahouse. Take a break while watching the ocean. You can cool off with a special gelato such as red potato cheesecake flavor.
It is also a spot from which you can view Kohama Island, Ishigaki Island, Kuroshima, and Panari Island.
Children's Square
Yubu Island also has athletic facilities for families with children.
It is a relaxing and enjoyable experience, so children will not get bored and will be able to enjoy Yubu Island to the fullest!
Bougainvillea Garden
In the Bougainvillea Garden, bougainvillea trees areMore than 30 species can be seen in bloom throughout the year.
The language of flowers of bougainvillea is "passion" and "I see only you". Please visit us from late fall through March when the flowers are at their peak and in full bloom!
Recommended Yubu Island Sightseeing Tour
Tour of remote islands including Yubu Island
For those who want to efficiently tour the remote islands of Yaeyama from Ishigaki Island, the Remote Islands Tour!Wide range of ages available for participation.This makes it easy for the whole family to participate.
Unlike marine activities, you basically don't get wet, so it is recommended for those who don't like the ocean☆.
Includes Iriomote Island ferry ticket☆.
Mangrove Canoeing/SUP & Yubu Island Sightseeing
This tour includes mangrove SUP/canoe experience in the World Natural Heritage "Iriomote Island" where more than 90% is surrounded by subtropical jungle, and Yubu Island!
The round-trip ferry ticket from Ishigaki Island to Iriomote Island is also included, so you don't need to buy it separately.
Includes Iriomote Island ferry ticket☆.
Snorkeling & Yubu Island buffalo cart tour
Snorkeling & Yubu Island Sightseeing Set Plan at "Barasu Island," a miraculous island in Iriomote Island that you should visit at least once!
In the sea, surrounded by colorful tropical fish and coral reefs, there is no doubt that you will be very excited☆.
Pinaisara Falls & Yubu Island Sightseeing
The combination plan of Pinaisara Falls, which has the largest drop in Okinawa Prefecture, and Yubu Island is one of the most popular tours in Iriomote Island.
Both Pinaisara Falls and the buffalo car are very popular plans, so please be sure to join the tour as early as possible!
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Very popular set! Pinaisara Falls & Mangrove Canoeing & Yubu Island Buffalo Car Tour (with lunch)
Includes Iriomote Island ferry ticket☆.
Canyoning & Yubu Island Sightseeing
The last plan introduced here is a combination of canyoning and sightseeing on Yubu Island!
Canyoning is river rafting, in which you follow the current and use your entire body to float down the river.
Visitors can enjoy stimulating and exhilarating experiences such as naturally formed slides and slides, and diving into waterfall pools.
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summary
The buffalo cart sightseeing across the sea is probably the only experience in Yubu Island even if you look for it in Japan. If you are planning to visit Ishigaki Island and are considering visiting other islands, we highly recommend it.
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⇒Let's go to remote islands around Ishigaki Island! List of remote islands in Yaeyama!
