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Women's trip to Iriomote Island
Hello everyone!
Some of you reading this article may be considering a girls' trip where only women travel.
Traveling with a mixed gender group, alone with your boyfriend, or with the opposite sex is of course fun and exciting.
However, a girls' trip with just a group of close women will allow you to enjoy the places you want to visit and the food you are interested in without hesitation.
As the term "girls' night out" has become popular and pervasive over the past decade, there is a way of having fun that only girls can understand and share.
I would like to recommend Iriomote Island, a remote island in Okinawa Prefecture, as a destination for such a women's trip!
In this issue, we would like to introduce the reasons why Iriomote Island is recommended for women's travel.
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Why Iriomote Island is ideal for women's travel
Do you know Iriomote Island?
Many of you may have at least heard of the Iriomote wildcat.
Iriomote Island is located more than 400 km further southwest of the main island of Okinawa, where Naha City is located.
Since the island is located far to the south of the mainland, it has a subtropical climate that is warmer than that of the mainland.
Even in midwinter, when it is extremely cold on the mainland, the minimum temperature is about 15 degrees Celsius, and the maximum temperature is often over 20 degrees Celsius.
The temperature is generally about the same as in the pleasant fall season, and even in winter, visitors can enjoy playing by the water.
Women generally have less muscle mass and are more vulnerable to cold than men, so a warmer environment is more suitable for women's travel.
In addition, warmer climates allow you to bring less clothing.
The lighter the luggage, the easier it is to move around, and the more space you have in your luggage for shopping for souvenirs, etc., should not be overlooked.
In addition, Iriomote Island is an island where a special environment is nurtured due to its mild climate.
Iriomote Island has been called the "Galapagos of the East" in reference to the Galapagos Islands, as the island is home to many rare plants and animals that live in its mild climate and isolated environment.
Iriomote Island is, of course, also excellent in scenery, with beautiful nature all over the island, including one of the best blue sea and white sand beaches in Okinawa, jungles covering more than 90% of the island's total area, and rivers and waterfalls flowing through them.
Because of this environment, photogenic points of interest abound here and there, making it an outstanding travel environment for those who utilize social networking sites such as Instagram.
There are many other exhilarating activities on Iriomote Island that take advantage of such nature, and will surely refresh your body and mind, making you forget your daily routine!
On many tours, the staff will also take photos and provide them free of charge.
It is difficult to take pictures of yourself during activities, so this is a nice gesture.
Next, let's take a look at some of the many tours that are recommended for women travelers.
Miracle island made of coral
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The word "barras" means crushed stone or sand and gravel, and here it is used in turn to refer to the sand created from the fragments of coral that have been broken up.
Barras Island is a small island made of coral sand, and the entire island is a white sand beach due to the coral's tendency to turn pure white when it breaks up.
The island is large enough to walk around in a few minutes, but the contrast between the white sandy beach and the clear blue ocean that surrounds it makes for a fantastic sight.
Another attraction of this island is that it is not visible at all times, but appears only when the tide is low and sinks into the sea at high tide.
It is also called a phantom island, and can only be visited by taking a tour on Iriomote Island and being taken by boat by a guide who is familiar with the sea conditions.
The island is also a famous snorkeling spot, and if you join a tour that includes snorkeling, you will encounter coral reefs and colorful tropical fish.
In addition, if you are lucky, you may encounter adorable sea turtles in these waters!
On a miracle island full of charm,An exquisite momentWe hope you have a great time!
Must-see for Instagram. The new standard "SUP" tour!
Have you ever heard of SUP (Stand Up Paddle Surfing)?
SUP is a marine activity that originated in Hawaii, where people stand on a surfboard-like board and use paddles to paddle through the ocean and rivers.
Although many people may be unfamiliar with this relatively new activity, it has attracted a great deal of attention, especially from celebrities in Europe and the United States, and is becoming established around the world as a new standard for waterfront fun.
Due to the nature of standing on the board and balancing, this activity effectively strengthens the core.
Utilizing the core, which is difficult to train through daily life or simple muscle training, provides a high fitness effect and is not only fun but also very effective for weight loss.
The stylishly photogenic appearance of standing with only a board floating on the water is very popular on social networking sites, and if you are a frequent user of Instagram, you may perhaps be familiar with it.
In Iriomote Island, you can experience SUP, which is becoming a new standard, under the most extreme environment.
The feeling of floating your board in the beautiful ocean and drifting under the blue sky will be very comfortable.
The main feature of SUP in Iriomote Island is that you can enjoy SUP not only in the ocean but also in rivers.
We recommend that you consider a variety of local tours that allow you to enjoy SUP in the location of your choice, as many plans include sightseeing to spectacular spots.
A must-see for women fishermen! Fishing Experience
Just as the term "mountain girl" once became popular, the number of fishing girls is on the rise.
For those who enjoy fishing, Iriomote Island is often called the place of their dreams.
Intermediate and advanced anglers who enjoy fishing on a regular basis, have field knowledge, and are able to fish with traps will of course enjoy the best fishing experience.
It is also ideal for beginners who are "a little interested in fishing" or "want to try fishing" to start fishing as an introductory activity.
Since many fishing tours are available on Iriomote Island, you can choose a fishing tour according to the difficulty level so that people of any skill level can enjoy fishing.
For beginner fishing girls, we recommend the Bomb Fishing Tour.
The area around the Yaeyama Islands, which Iriomote Island belongs to, is a mixture of marine, brackish, and freshwater areas that are rich in nutrients and abundant in fish.
In addition, because fishing is not so active, fish are less cautious, and it is said to be a place where many fish can be easily caught.
You will definitely enjoy fishing without getting bored, as you can experience fishing in a more fishable environment by following the shadows of the fish schools.
And there are tours available for advanced fishing girls with a reasonable level of difficulty.
This plan is perfect for those who are confident in their fishing skills or would like to try catching and eating rare fish! This plan is perfect for those who are confident in their fishing skills or want to try their hand at catching rare fish!
This is a different kind of fishing for beginners who want to experience a little,The target is only high-end local fish such as yellowtail and sea bream!
If you are worried about catching high-end fish, don't worry.
Strong support from the captain and crew.You will be taught the secrets of fishing for high-end fish and catch a lot of fish!
A trip to Iriomote Island may be a good opportunity for beginners to start a profound fishing hobby.
If you already enjoy fishing, why not try to improve your fishing experience?
Appreciation of Yaeyama fireflies, which are like natural illuminations
Fireflies are said to have been seen on the fringes of rivers all over Japan in the past, but nowadays they are not so common.
However, you can easily encounter fireflies on Iriomote Island.
Fireflies are insects that live only in places with clean water, and Iriomote Island has many rivers that meet these conditions, with fireflies living here and there.
Firefly ecology is divided into aquatic and terrestrial phases, and the season when we can encounter fireflies glowing and flying around on land is essentially limited to a short period during the summer.
However, because Iriomote Island is a suitable environment for fireflies to live, various species of fireflies live there, and you can encounter four major species of fireflies throughout the year.
Now, I would like to pick up a type of firefly called Yaeyamahimebotaru.
As can be seen from the fact that the name includes the Yaeyama Islands, to which Iriomote Island belongs, it is a rare species that can only be encountered in this region.
This species is smaller and less luminous than the well-known genji botaru, but instead has the habit of glowing densely and simultaneously.
Fireflies in Iriomote Island are numerous, not hundreds but tens of thousands of them, shining densely together, and the sight is truly spectacular.
It is so much like a carpet of light,Nature Illuminationas if you were looking at aYou will feel like you are in a good mood.
Please experience such a fantastic space where you can look up at the beautiful starry sky of Iriomote Island and the stars of Yaeyama fireflies twinkling around you.
A do-it-yourselfer! Canoe Cruising
One of the activities you should keep in mind in Iriomote Island is canoeing.
Compared to SUP introduced earlier, this canoe is very popular among those who want to enjoy the surrounding scenery at a slower pace, as they sit down and paddle the boat, which gives them a greater sense of stability.
in the end
I hope you enjoyed this article on women's travel in Iriomote Island.
When we think of Okinawa travel, we tend to think of summer, but as mentioned at the beginning of this article, Iriomote Island is mild even in winter, so you can visit any time of year.
In fact, compared to the high season, the out-of-season fall and winter months can be the best cosmopolitan destination, as travel and lodging costs can be kept low.
The tours we have presented above areAll photos taken by staff.and then do it.freeYou can have it at
Therefore, not only can you enjoy activities in a beautiful environment,Beautiful pictures that I would love to post on Instagram.You can also get a lot of
Please visit Iriomote Island on a girls' trip at your favorite time of the year according to your convenience!
Thank you for reading to the end.
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