[2025 Taketomi Attraction] Travel Guide for Iriomote-jima (Updated Apr)

Ferries from Iriomote Island to Kohama Island and Ishigaki Island depart from Ohara Port. The ferry terminal is clean and spacious, and there are two souvenir shops. They sell stylish items, and although I saw the same ones later on Kohama Island, the prices here were far cheaper! There is also a shop called Jugon next to the terminal. There are a wide variety of souvenirs lined up. I especially noticed that there was a lot of brown sugar. The brown sugar soft serve ice cream that you can eat in was popular. It is recommended to do a lot of shopping for souvenirs as a memento of your trip to Iriomote Island. 📍Spot name: Ohara Port Address: Nakama Port, Haemi, Taketomi-cho, Yaeyama-gun, Okinawa Prefecture 907-1434 #OkinawaTourism #Okinawa #OkinawaTrip #OkinawaRecommendedSpots #IriomoteIsland #IriomoteIslandTourism

The other day, when I visited Iriomote Island, I went to the long-awaited Nmamaki Yamaneko Park. Yamaneko Park is a park in the Ohara district in the eastern part of Iriomote Island, Okinawa Prefecture. It is relatively easy to get to from both Ohara Port and Uehara Port. Yamaneko Park and Nmamaki Yamaneko Park are common names, and the official name is Iriomote East Park. Nmamaki is an island word that means "a place to play horses." Island words are difficult, but I'm impressed by how deep they are. Nmamaki won't lose even if he ends up with "n" in a word chain game. lol When an adult slides down this cat slide, he will go at a considerable speed due to his weight, so be careful. People with a fear of heights should also be careful. However, it is larger and taller than expected, so it is a recommended tourist spot when you go to Iriomote Island. Address: 201-14 Minamikazemi, Taketomi-cho, Yaeyama-gun, Okinawa 907-1434 Access: 50 minutes by high-speed boat from Ishigaki Island. 10 minutes by car from Ohara. 　　 #Okinawa Tourism #Iriomote Island #Slide #Cat #Yaeyama Tourism #Okinawa #Remote Island #777

Iriomote Island is a beautiful island with untouched nature 🌊 You can enjoy a variety of environments such as jungles, waterfalls, and mangrove forests. In particular, because it is designated as a national park, the rich ecosystem is protected. There are plenty of outdoor activities such as kayaking, trekking, and snorkeling, and the transparency of the sea is truly amazing 🏝️☀️ There is a star-shaped sand beach on the beach ✨✨ The local people are very warm and it is a place I love 🩷 You can get away from the hustle and bustle of the city and relax in a quiet environment, surrounded by the sounds of nature, and heal your mind and body. The food is also very delicious, and the fish is very fresh, and the meebai fish that lives mainly in Okinawa is very delicious 😋🩵 If you want to feel nature, please visit Iriomote Island! #0 yen trip February 2025 #Okinawa #Iriomote Island

📍Japan🇯🇵Okinawa | Iriomote-island Okinawa | Iriomote Island Beautiful nature on Iriomote Island. Okinawa's remote islands are often associated with the sea, but Iriomote Island is beautiful with its greenery. We hope you'll participate in the activities and experience the waterfalls and forests. Recommended spots First photo After kayaking through the mangroves for an hour or two, and then walking along the mountain path for another 30 minutes, you'll suddenly come across Nara Falls. Second photo The source river that flows down to Pinaisara Falls A spectacular view of moss-covered rocks rolling around on the way to Pinaisara Falls Jurassic Park? A world of green that makes you think for a moment When you stand in the middle of it, you get the illusion that you are embraced by nature Photos 3 and 4 Geta Falls can be reached by turning off the road and walking for about an hour The beautiful tiered waterfall is also great for bathing This place is on high ground, so you can see the ocean in the distance, which is a spectacular view✨ At the end, there is a lonely mangrove tree #domestictrip #iriomoteisland #okinawa #remoteisland

\Record of Iriomote Island Activities/ ⁡ Iriomote Island is great for activities! Trekking, kayaking, snorkeling... Trekking wasn't as far as I thought it would be, so I was able to conserve my energy and move on to the next activity◎ It was fun to have the guide explain the plants and other things in detail as we walked! Once you get used to kayaking, you can paddle faster, so you'll gradually become a pro✨ (lol) Snorkeling was the most beautiful scenery I've ever seen. The color of the sea, the sea turtles, the coral, everything was beautiful🐢🪸 Next time I want to go diving🫶🏻 #IriomoteIsland #DomesticTravelTrip

🔮Okinawa is often referred to as the 'Hawaii of the East', each island has its own unique charm🏖. Iriomote Island where wildcats dwell🐱, the primitive charm of Taketomi Island, and the historical ruins of ancient Ryukyu🏛, are like a treasure chest of nature satisfying all beautiful yearnings and aspirations. - 【Encounter on the way】 ✅Yaeyama Islands｜West Coast Pier, Kibouin, Water Buffalo Cart, Okinawa Shisa, International Dark Sky Reserve, Iriomote Island ✅Okinawa Main Island｜Churaumi Aquarium, Ryukyu Ancient City Ruins, Manzamo, Yomitan Pottery Village, Blue Cave, Coral Ryukyu Dyeing ✅Marine Activities｜Fishing, Diving, Kayaking, Paddle Boarding, Paragliding, Whale Watching, Underwater Walk, Mangrove Canoeing, etc. ✅Okinawa Festivals｜Dragon Boat Race (May-June), Tug-of-War Festival (July-October), Eisa Drum Dance (August-September), Seed Gathering Festival (October), Fireworks Festival (April/July/October), Ryukyu Lantern Festival (December-March) - 【Accommodation】 🏡Nijigennomori Okinawa｜Located in Yomitan Village, Naha, all rooms face the calm and shallow sea surrounded by coral reefs and a long private coastline. Experience the Japanese tatami living room, special seawater bath, and enjoy the original scenery of Okinawa. 🏡Nijigennomori Taketomi Island｜On the roof sit various Okinawan lucky mascots Shisa, the single-story wooden villa with red tiles and low eaves echoes the traditional architecture of Taketomi Island with white walls and red tiles. You can also participate in various local experience projects. - 【Delicious Food】 🐮Ishigaki Beef｜Ishigaki beef is delicious, with a suitable fat ratio, the meat is refreshing and not greasy, even the lean part has a unique flavor. 🤴🏻Court Cuisine｜Taste red flower branch cuisine, steamed black sesame pork slices, burdock root roasted pork rolls and other exquisite court dishes of the Ryukyu royal banquet. 🍤Okinawa Seafood｜Okinawa's waters are rich in fish, you can enjoy authentic seafood dishes such as sushi, sashimi, tempura. 🍶Okinawa Awamori｜Originated in the 15th century, it was both a tribute from the Ryukyu Kingdom to China and Japan, and a local celebration and event wine. - 【Itinerary Overview】 🛬D1 Encounter the Starry Sky｜Arrive at Ishigaki Island, take a boat to Taketomi Island: Free marine activities, night star watching 🎨D2 Traditional Culture｜Taketomi local cultural experience, Kibouin, West Coast Pier, free marine activities 🐂D3 Ox Cart Sightseeing｜Iriomote Island Nakama River Cruise, Yubu Island Water Buffalo Cart, go to Okinawa Main Island 🐋D4 Magical Animals｜Churaumi Aquarium, Nakijin Castle, Manzamo, free marine activities 🎏D5 Leisurely Roaming｜Coral dyeing, free activities in Naha city area 👋🏻D6 Farewell Okinawa｜Return/Continue traveling to other cities in Japan