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Iriomotejima Sagaribana Tour
What kind of flower is the sagaribana of Iriomote Island?"
I want to go to Iriomote Island and see the sagaribana!"
For those who are interested, this article introduces the sagaribana found on Iriomote Island.
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Phantom flower of Iriomote Island, Sagaribana
Do you know the charm of Iriomote Island?
Iriomote Island is so rich in nature and creatures that it is called the "Galapagos of the East.
Approximately 90% of the island is unexplored land, leaving much untouched nature.
Do you know that such Iriomote Island has "fantastic flowers" that bloom only in summer?
Its name is Sagaribana.
Sagaribana is a very beautiful flower, and tours to view sagaribana are popular in Iriomote Island in summer.
So, in this issue, we will introduce Sagaribana in detail.
We also introduce tours where you can see sagaribana, so if you are thinking of going to Iriomote Island, please refer to them!
What is Sagaribana?
Sagaribana is a tall evergreen tree of the Sagaribanaceae family, characterized by its green leaves all year round.
It has oval leaves at the ends of its branches, 20-25 cm long and glossy green in color.
It is also called "Sawafuji" and "Sagaribana" (meaning "drooping flower") because of its drooping flowers.
It has many long, slender branches extending downwards, where it produces 10 to 20 flowers.
The total length ranges from about 3 meters to as long as 10 meters.
Sagaribana petals are white or pink, but their color varies from individual to individual.
The flowers are a mixture of white and pink, and the gradation of the colors is very beautiful.
Sagaribana flowers give off a sweet vanilla-like fragrance, and the sweet scent can be smelled from a distance during the night when the flowers are in bloom.
As you approach, the fragrance gradually becomes stronger, so much so that you can tell where the flowers are blooming.
Insects in Iriomote Island can be seen attracted by the sweet fragrance.
And the most attractive thing about the sagaribana is its transient nature: it blooms overnight and falls at dawn.
The flowers are in full bloom from around 8:00 p.m. to midnight and drop their petals around 5:00 a.m. the next morning.
Attracted by their beauty, which resembles sparkling fireworks, many visitors come to view the sagaribana every year.
The language of flowers of the sagaribana is "good luck will come to you.
Sagaribana bloom only on summer nights, and just looking at them may make you happy.
Distribution of Sagaribana and best season
Where can I find sagaribana?
Also, what month is the best time to see sagaribana?
We will explain in detail from here.
◼️ distribution
Sagaribana is distributed mainly in tropical and subtropical climates in India and Southeast Asia.
In Japan, it is native to the Nansei Islands, including Amami-Oshima Island.
You can see sagaribana in various places such as Okinawa Island, Iriomote Island, Miyako Island, Ishigaki Island, and Yubu Island.
Among them, Iriomote Island is the best place to watch sagaribana.Best LocationIt can be said that
This is because Iriomote Island has many mangroves and rivers where sagaribana grows.
Sagaribana grows in mangrove hinterlands and wetlands along rivers, and is abundantly distributed in Iriomote Island.
Sagaribana can be seen growing in clusters in the Nakama, Urauchi, Maera, and Gora Rivers!
◼️Best season
Sagaribana mainly,Flowers that bloom only in summerIt is.
Specifically, the blooming period is considered to be from mid-June to August, after the rainy season.
In addition, since the sagaribana has green leaves all year round, visitors can observe it before it flowers even if they come in a different season.
If you see them before blooming, you may visit Iriomote Island to enjoy their blooming appearance next time.
Therefore, in Iriomote Island in summer, tours to view sagaribana are popular!
Since they are often seen along rivers, tours such as paddling a canoe to see the sagaribana are recommended.
Why don't you join our tour and enjoy the beauty of Sagaribana?
Iriomote Island Sagaribana Appreciation Tour
Early morning canoe tour to view sagaribana
Why not enjoy canoeing in the early morning and watch the ephemeral fall of the sagaribana?
Canoeing in the quiet morning, surrounded by mangrove forests, has a unique atmosphere.
Iriomote Island at dawn, with only the sounds of animals and sagaribana falling to the water's surface to be heard.
Sagaribana floating on the river give off a sweet fragrance, creating a truly magical atmosphere.
This is a very satisfying early morning tour where you can enjoy the beautiful sagaribana while paddling a canoe in the morning sun!
Since it is early in the morning, the plan is short and not very strenuous.
We will head to the mangrove forest at about 2.5 hours, from 5:00 to around 8:00, when the sagaribana is at its most beautiful.
Those who say, "I've never paddled a canoe but I'm interested in it," are welcome to join us.
With the support of a guide, even beginners will be able to paddle easily once they get used to it!
Early morning Sagaribana viewing SUP tour
SUP cruising is also available for early morning sagaribana viewing.
SUP is a new type of activity in which you stand on a board and paddle!
The appeal of this board is that it is stable and anyone can enjoy it.
This marine sport originated in Hawaii and has become increasingly popular in Iriomote Island in recent years.
Even if you just want to try SUP, feel free to join us empty-handed!
It is a simple and fun sport that anyone can enjoy, and with a little practice, you will be able to ride it.
It is also gaining popularity among women as a fitness program that strengthens the body's core.
Why don't you start your day with an elegant way to enjoy activities and admire the sagaribana?
Night tour of the fantastic one-night flower sagaribana
So far, we have introduced early morning sagaribana tours.
Of course, the sagaribana can be fully appreciated not only in the early morning, but also at night!
For those who find it hard to get up early in the morning, this is the plan for you.
Sagaribana that fall in the early morning are beautiful, but sagaribana in full bloom at night are also a wonderful sight.
You may also encounter other creatures that can only be found here, such as nocturnal flying foxes, giant flying squirrels, and coconut crabs.
Looking up at the sky through the mangrove forest, you will see a star-filled sky!
Iriomote Island was the first place in Japan to be designated as a "starry sky reserve," a globally precious place.
With clear air and almost no streetlights, the conditions are perfect for stargazing.
If you are worried about the dark hours, don't worry!
Appreciation of Sagaribana
This is a long tour that takes you to see the sagaribana early in the morning and beyond to view beautiful waterfalls.
I'd like to see more than just the sagaribana in the landscape."
If you want to spend a lot of time in the morning having fun!" This plan is recommended for those who want to spend a lot of time in the morning.
It takes more than an hour and a half each way to reach the sagaribana spot.
It is a bit of a challenge, but it is a place where there are few other tourists, so you can enjoy the spectacular view in a small group.
While observing the sagaribana, you can also enjoy having a special sandwich prepared for breakfast!
It will be a luxurious morning time to view the sagaribana while eating breakfast.
After seeing the sagaribana, continue upstream to the Nala Falls.
Nala Falls is a popular spot known as the "Phantom Falls," with a 25-meter drop.
At Nala Falls, you can spend your free time playing in the waterfall basin, or take a nap if you are sleep deprived.
Lunch will be served at noon, so you can get your cold body warmed up!
Sagaribana and Nala Falls, please enjoy the nature of Iriomote Island to your heart's content.
The tour is 9-10 hours long, starting early in the morning and ending at noon.
This plan is quite unique among the Sagaribana tours in Iriomote Island, so you can enjoy a lot of fun that you can't find in other tours!
If you want to enjoy active sightseeing early in the morning, join us.
in the end
We introduced the sagaribana of Iriomote Island.
How was it?
The transient nature of sagaribana, which blooms for one night only and then falls apart, is its charm.
You will be mesmerized by the bright white and pink petals and the sweet vanilla scent.
All of the Sagaribana tours take place only in the summer, so if you want to see the sagaribana, be sure to visit in the summer!
Cruising early in the morning or at night is full of adventure and will surely be a great memory.
Sagaribana in full bloom at night is a beautiful and extraordinary sight.
Also, the way they fall off at dawn is somewhat sad and fascinating.
It is truly a beautiful flower that can be called a "visionary flower.
Please come to Iriomote Island in summer to enjoy sagaribana at night or early in the morning!
Thank you for reading to the end.
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