{"id":5818,"date":"2026-01-09T15:23:37","date_gmt":"2026-01-09T06:23:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/?p=5818"},"modified":"2026-01-10T12:06:15","modified_gmt":"2026-01-10T03:06:15","slug":"%e8%a5%bf%e8%a1%a8%e5%b3%b6%e9%ad%9a","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/5818","title":{"rendered":"A wide variety of fishes seen in Iriomote Island"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_65 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-light-blue ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69e7823b44c3b\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" 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href=\"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/5818\/#%E6%9C%80%E5%BE%8C%E3%81%AE%E7%A7%98%E5%A2%83%E3%80%8C%E8%A5%BF%E8%A1%A8%E5%B3%B6%E3%80%8D\" title=\"Iriomote Island, the last unexplored island\">Iriomote Island, the last unexplored island<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/5818\/#%E8%A5%BF%E8%A1%A8%E5%B3%B6%E3%81%A7%E9%AD%9A%E3%81%9F%E3%81%A1%E3%81%A8%E6%B3%B3%E3%81%90%E3%81%AB%E3%81%AF%EF%BC%9F\" title=\"How to swim with fishes in Iriomote Island?\">How to swim with fishes in Iriomote Island?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/5818\/#%E7%9F%B3%E5%9E%A3%E5%B3%B6%E3%81%A8%E3%81%AE%E9%96%93%E3%81%AE%E6%B5%B7%E5%9F%9F%E3%81%AE%E3%82%B5%E3%83%B3%E3%82%B4\" title=\"Coral in the waters between Ishigaki Island and\">Coral in the waters between Ishigaki Island and<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/5818\/#%E3%82%B7%E3%83%A5%E3%83%8E%E3%83%BC%E3%82%B1%E3%83%AA%E3%83%B3%E3%82%B0%E3%83%84%E3%82%A2%E3%83%BC\" title=\"Snorkeling Tour\">Snorkeling Tour<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/5818\/#%E3%83%80%E3%82%A4%E3%83%93%E3%83%B3%E3%82%B0%E3%83%84%E3%82%A2%E3%83%BC\" title=\"Diving Tours\">Diving Tours<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/5818\/#%E5%80%8B%E4%BA%BA%E3%81%A7%E6%B3%B3%E3%81%90\" title=\"swim privately\">swim privately<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/5818\/#%E8%A5%BF%E8%A1%A8%E5%B3%B6%E3%81%A7%E8%A6%8B%E3%82%89%E3%82%8C%E3%82%8B%E9%AD%9A\" title=\"Fish found on Iriomote Island\">Fish found on Iriomote Island<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/5818\/#%E3%82%AB%E3%82%AF%E3%83%AC%E3%82%AF%E3%83%9E%E3%83%8E%E3%83%9F\" title=\"clownfish (Balistoides conspicillum)\">clownfish (Balistoides conspicillum)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/5818\/#%E3%83%8F%E3%83%9E%E3%82%AF%E3%83%9E%E3%83%8E%E3%83%9F\" title=\"yellowtail amberjack (species of fish, Seriola lalandi)\">yellowtail amberjack (species of fish, Seriola lalandi)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/5818\/#%E3%83%AB%E3%83%AA%E3%82%B9%E3%82%BA%E3%83%A1%E3%83%80%E3%82%A4\" title=\"sapphire devil (Chrysiptera cyanea, damselfish from the Indo-West Pacific)\">sapphire devil (Chrysiptera cyanea, damselfish from the Indo-West Pacific)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/5818\/#%E3%83%AD%E3%82%AF%E3%82%BB%E3%83%B3%E3%82%B9%E3%82%BA%E3%83%A1%E3%83%80%E3%82%A4\" title=\"scissortail sergeant (Abudefduf sexfasciatus)\">scissortail sergeant (Abudefduf sexfasciatus)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/5818\/#%E3%83%87%E3%83%90%E3%82%B9%E3%82%BA%E3%83%A1%E3%83%80%E3%82%A4\" title=\"blue-green chromis\">blue-green chromis<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/5818\/#%E3%83%84%E3%83%8E%E3%83%80%E3%82%B7\" title=\"moorish idol (Zanclus cornutus, species of Indo-Pacific perciform fish)\">moorish idol (Zanclus cornutus, species of Indo-Pacific perciform fish)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/5818\/#%E3%82%BB%E3%83%8A%E3%82%B9%E3%82%B8%E3%83%99%E3%83%A9\" title=\"sixbar wrasse (Thalassoma hardwicke)\">sixbar wrasse (Thalassoma hardwicke)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/5818\/#%E3%83%A0%E3%83%A9%E3%82%B5%E3%83%A1%E3%83%A2%E3%83%B3%E3%82%AC%E3%83%A9\" title=\"pinktail durgon (durgeon) (triggerfish) (Melicthys vidua)\">pinktail durgon (durgeon) (triggerfish) (Melicthys vidua)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/5818\/#%E3%83%88%E3%82%B2%E3%83%81%E3%83%A7%E3%82%A6%E3%83%81%E3%83%A7%E3%82%A6%E3%82%A6%E3%82%AA\" title=\"threadfin butterflyfish (Chaetodon auriga, species of the Indo-Pacific)\">threadfin butterflyfish (Chaetodon auriga, species of the Indo-Pacific)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/5818\/#%E3%83%95%E3%82%A6%E3%83%A9%E3%82%A4%E3%83%81%E3%83%A7%E3%82%A6%E3%83%81%E3%83%A7%E3%82%A6%E3%82%A6%E3%82%AA\" title=\"vagabond butterflyfish (Chaetodon vagabundus, species of the Indo-Pacific)\">vagabond butterflyfish (Chaetodon vagabundus, species of the Indo-Pacific)<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/5818\/#%E8%A5%BF%E8%A1%A8%E5%B3%B6%E3%81%A7%E8%A6%8B%E3%82%89%E3%82%8C%E3%82%8B%E9%AD%9A%E4%BB%A5%E5%A4%96%E3%81%AE%E6%B5%B7%E3%81%AE%E7%94%9F%E3%81%8D%E7%89%A9\" title=\"Sea creatures other than fish that can be seen in Iriomote Island\">Sea creatures other than fish that can be seen in Iriomote Island<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/5818\/#%E3%82%A6%E3%83%9F%E3%82%AC%E3%83%A1\" title=\"sea turtle\">sea turtle<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/5818\/#%E3%83%9E%E3%83%B3%E3%82%BF\" title=\"manta ray\">manta ray<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/5818\/#%E8%A5%BF%E8%A1%A8%E5%B3%B6%E3%81%AE%E5%8D%B1%E9%99%BA%E3%81%AA%E6%B5%B7%E3%81%AE%E7%94%9F%E3%81%8D%E7%89%A9\" title=\"Dangerous Sea Creatures in Iriomote Island\">Dangerous Sea Creatures in Iriomote Island<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/5818\/#%E3%83%8F%E3%83%96%E3%82%AF%E3%83%A9%E3%82%B2\" title=\"northern sea nettle (Chrysaora melanaster)\">northern sea nettle (Chrysaora melanaster)<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/5818\/#%E8%A2%AB%E5%AE%B3%E3%81%AB%E3%81%82%E3%81%A3%E3%81%9F%E6%99%82%E3%81%AE%E5%AF%BE%E5%87%A6%E6%B3%95\" title=\"What to do if you are a victim\">What to do if you are a victim<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/5818\/#%E3%82%AB%E3%83%84%E3%82%AA%E3%83%8E%E3%82%A8%E3%83%9C%E3%82%B7\" title=\"Portuguese man-of-war (Physalia physalis)\">Portuguese man-of-war (Physalia physalis)<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/5818\/#%E8%A2%AB%E5%AE%B3%E3%81%AB%E3%81%82%E3%81%A3%E3%81%9F%E6%99%82%E3%81%AE%E5%AF%BE%E5%87%A6%E6%B3%95-2\" title=\"What to do if you are a victim\">What to do if you are a victim<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/5818\/#%E3%83%8F%E3%83%8A%E3%83%9F%E3%83%8E%E3%82%AB%E3%82%B5%E3%82%B4\" title=\"red lionfish (Pterois volitans)\">red lionfish (Pterois volitans)<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-27\" href=\"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/5818\/#%E8%A2%AB%E5%AE%B3%E3%81%AB%E3%81%82%E3%81%A3%E3%81%9F%E6%99%82%E3%81%AE%E5%AF%BE%E5%87%A6%E6%B3%95-3\" title=\"What to do if you are a victim\">What to do if you are a victim<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-28\" href=\"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/5818\/#%E3%82%AA%E3%83%8B%E3%83%80%E3%83%AB%E3%83%9E%E3%82%AA%E3%82%B3%E3%82%BC\" title=\"stonefish\">stonefish<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-29\" href=\"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/5818\/#%E8%A2%AB%E5%AE%B3%E3%81%AB%E3%81%82%E3%81%A3%E3%81%9F%E6%99%82%E3%81%AE%E5%AF%BE%E5%87%A6%E6%B3%95-4\" title=\"What to do if you are a victim\">What to do if you are a victim<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-30\" href=\"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/5818\/#%E3%83%9E%E3%83%80%E3%83%A9%E3%82%A6%E3%83%9F%E3%83%98%E3%83%93\" title=\"blotched snakehead (species of fish, Channa maculata)\">blotched snakehead (species of fish, Channa maculata)<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-31\" href=\"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/5818\/#%E8%A2%AB%E5%AE%B3%E3%81%AB%E3%81%82%E3%81%A3%E3%81%9F%E6%99%82%E3%81%AE%E5%AF%BE%E5%87%A6%E6%B3%95-5\" title=\"What to do if you are a victim\">What to do if you are a victim<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-32\" href=\"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/5818\/#%E3%82%AA%E3%83%8B%E3%83%92%E3%83%88%E3%83%87\" title=\"crown-of-thorns starfish (Acanthaster planci)\">crown-of-thorns starfish (Acanthaster planci)<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-33\" href=\"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/5818\/#%E8%A2%AB%E5%AE%B3%E3%81%AB%E3%81%82%E3%81%A3%E3%81%9F%E6%99%82%E3%81%AE%E5%AF%BE%E5%87%A6%E6%B3%95-6\" title=\"What to do if you are a victim\">What to do if you are a victim<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-34\" href=\"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/5818\/#%E3%83%92%E3%83%A7%E3%82%A6%E3%83%A2%E3%83%B3%E3%83%80%E3%82%B3\" title=\"blue-ringed octopus (esp. one species, the blue-lined octopus, Hapalochlaena fasciata)\">blue-ringed octopus (esp. one species, the blue-lined octopus, Hapalochlaena fasciata)<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-35\" href=\"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/5818\/#%E8%A2%AB%E5%AE%B3%E3%81%AB%E3%81%82%E3%81%A3%E3%81%9F%E6%99%82%E3%81%AE%E5%AF%BE%E5%87%A6%E6%B3%95-7\" title=\"What to do if you are a victim\">What to do if you are a victim<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-36\" href=\"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/5818\/#%E5%AE%89%E5%85%A8%E3%81%AB%E8%A5%BF%E8%A1%A8%E5%B3%B6%E3%81%AE%E6%B5%B7%E3%82%92%E5%A0%AA%E8%83%BD%E3%81%99%E3%82%8B%E3%81%9F%E3%82%81%E3%81%AB\" title=\"To enjoy the sea of Iriomote Island safely\">To enjoy the sea of Iriomote Island safely<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-37\" href=\"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/5818\/#%E3%81%A7%E3%81%8D%E3%82%8B%E3%81%A0%E3%81%91%E3%83%84%E3%82%A2%E3%83%BC%E3%81%AB%E5%8F%82%E5%8A%A0%E3%81%97%E3%82%88%E3%81%86%EF%BC%81\" title=\"Take tours as much as possible!\">Take tours as much as possible!<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-38\" href=\"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/5818\/#%E3%82%80%E3%82%84%E3%81%BF%E3%81%AB%E6%B5%B7%E3%81%AE%E7%94%9F%E3%81%8D%E7%89%A9%E3%81%AB%E8%A7%A6%E3%82%89%E3%81%AA%E3%81%84%EF%BC%81\" title=\"Do not touch marine life unnecessarily!\">Do not touch marine life unnecessarily!<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-39\" href=\"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/5818\/#%E5%AF%BE%E5%87%A6%E6%B3%95%E3%82%92%E9%A0%AD%E3%81%AB%E5%85%A5%E3%82%8C%E3%81%A6%E3%81%8A%E3%81%93%E3%81%86%EF%BC%81\" title=\"Let&#039;s keep in mind how to deal with this!\">Let's keep in mind how to deal with this!<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-40\" href=\"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/5818\/#%E3%81%BE%E3%81%A8%E3%82%81\" title=\"summary\">summary<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E6%9C%80%E5%BE%8C%E3%81%AE%E7%A7%98%E5%A2%83%E3%80%8C%E8%A5%BF%E8%A1%A8%E5%B3%B6%E3%80%8D\"><\/span>Iriomote Island, the last unexplored island<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-6408\" src=\"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/IMG_7364-640x480.jpg\" alt=\"\u30de\u30f3\u30b0\u30ed\u30fc\u30d6\u5ddd\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" srcset=\"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/IMG_7364-640x480.jpg 640w, https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/IMG_7364-1280x960.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/IMG_7364-320x240.jpg 320w, https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/IMG_7364-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/IMG_7364-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/IMG_7364.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><br \/>\nIriomote Island is sometimes called \"the last unexplored region\" or \"the Galapagos of the East.<br \/>\nThis is because Iriomote Island is rich in untouched wilderness and has its own unique flora and fauna.<br \/>\nFor example, Iriomote Island has a natural environment with the following characteristics.<br \/>\nIriomote Island will have about 90% of the entire island covered by subtropical virgin forest.<br \/>\nThere are about 40 rivers of various sizes on the island, and mangroves grow near the mouths of most of them, giving the island a rich national atmosphere.<br \/>\nIt is also considered a place of academic value, with more than 10 nationally designated special natural monuments, including the Iriomote wildcat.<br \/>\nBecause of this natural environment and the precious creatures that inhabit it, the entire island is designated as part of the Iriomote-Ishigaki National Park.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E8%A5%BF%E8%A1%A8%E5%B3%B6%E3%81%A7%E9%AD%9A%E3%81%9F%E3%81%A1%E3%81%A8%E6%B3%B3%E3%81%90%E3%81%AB%E3%81%AF%EF%BC%9F\"><\/span>How to swim with fishes in Iriomote Island?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-6410\" src=\"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/GOPR8992-640x480.jpg\" alt=\"\u30b5\u30f3\u30b4\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" srcset=\"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/GOPR8992-640x480.jpg 640w, https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/GOPR8992-1280x960.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/GOPR8992-320x240.jpg 320w, https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/GOPR8992-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/GOPR8992-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/GOPR8992-2048x1536.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><br \/>\nIriomote Island is surrounded by crystal clear waters.<br \/>\nThe surrounding waters will be home to a variety of tropical fish.<br \/>\nOne of the charms of Iriomote Island is that you can see the swimming form and ecology of these fish right in front of your eyes and swim with them.<br \/>\nWe will introduce in turn the characteristics of the sea of Iriomote Island, such as coral reefs, how to swim with fishes, what kind of fishes you can encounter, and typical types of fishes.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E7%9F%B3%E5%9E%A3%E5%B3%B6%E3%81%A8%E3%81%AE%E9%96%93%E3%81%AE%E6%B5%B7%E5%9F%9F%E3%81%AE%E3%82%B5%E3%83%B3%E3%82%B4\"><\/span>Coral in the waters between Ishigaki Island and<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-6411 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/GOPR9016-3-480x640.jpg\" alt=\"\u30b5\u30f3\u30b4\" width=\"480\" height=\"640\" srcset=\"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/GOPR9016-3-480x640.jpg 480w, https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/GOPR9016-3-960x1280.jpg 960w, https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/GOPR9016-3-240x320.jpg 240w, https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/GOPR9016-3-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/GOPR9016-3-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/GOPR9016-3-1536x2048.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/GOPR9016-3-scaled.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 480px) 100vw, 480px\" \/><br \/>\nThe sea area between Iriomote Island and Ishigaki Island has the largest coral reef area in Japan.<br \/>\nIt is said that nearly 400 species of corals live here, and the diversity of the coral species here is far greater than any other area in the area.<br \/>\nThis area is also designated as part of the Iriomote-Ishigaki National Park.<br \/>\nThere are three ways to enjoy this fascinating ocean, which we will introduce one by one below.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E3%82%B7%E3%83%A5%E3%83%8E%E3%83%BC%E3%82%B1%E3%83%AA%E3%83%B3%E3%82%B0%E3%83%84%E3%82%A2%E3%83%BC\"><\/span>Snorkeling Tour<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/GOPR9012-3-640x480.jpg\" alt=\"\u30b7\u30e5\u30ce\u30fc\u30b1\u30ea\u30f3\u30b0\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-6412\" srcset=\"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/GOPR9012-3-640x480.jpg 640w, https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/GOPR9012-3-1280x960.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/GOPR9012-3-320x240.jpg 320w, https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/GOPR9012-3-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/GOPR9012-3-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/GOPR9012-3-2048x1536.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><br \/>\nFirst is a snorkeling tour.<br \/>\nNo special license is required to enjoy snorkeling, so anyone can enjoy it.<br \/>\nAll you need is a mask (underwater glasses), a snorkel (a device that you hold in your mouth to let air through), and fins.<br \/>\nThe easiest way to enjoy the sea of Iriomote Island is to float on the surface of the sea with these tools and see the underwater.<br \/>\nEven though it is easy and enjoyable, it is safe to have a guide who is familiar with the area and can help you avoid danger beforehand.<br \/>\nFor this purpose, there are companies and other organizations in the area that offer snorkeling tours.<br \/>\nEnjoy a safe snorkeling tour with a guide who is familiar with the local points of interest.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E3%83%80%E3%82%A4%E3%83%93%E3%83%B3%E3%82%B0%E3%83%84%E3%82%A2%E3%83%BC\"><\/span>Diving Tours<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Diving is recommended if you want to enjoy the sea of Iriomote Island with many tropical fishes and many kinds of corals.<br \/>\nDiving allows you to go deeper into the ocean than snorkeling does, and this gives you a wider range of movement and a greater variety of fish to encounter.<br \/>\nVisitors can also enjoy the colors of the sea itself, which change with depth.<br \/>\nAs a rule, diving requires a license, unlike snorkeling.<br \/>\nFor those who do not have a diving license but would like to try diving, there is the experience diving method.<br \/>\nExperience diving is for inexperienced divers, and the instructor who dives with you will help you operate the equipment and manage safety.<br \/>\nTherefore, it is not possible to move freely underwater or dive very deep, but the fun and excitement of diving can be fully experienced.<br \/>\nIf you would like to obtain a diving license because you have gone through the trouble, there are plans that allow you to obtain a license, so please give it a try.<br \/>\nAfter three days of training (including practical skills) and passing the exam, the license can be obtained.<br \/>\nAlthough you will need some extra time for your stay, acquiring a diving license is also a luxurious way to spend your time in Iriomote Island.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E5%80%8B%E4%BA%BA%E3%81%A7%E6%B3%B3%E3%81%90\"><\/span>swim privately<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The last option is to swim on your own without a tour.<br \/>\nThe best part is that you can swim at your leisure without a guide.<br \/>\nThe equipment necessary for snorkeling is readily available, and we recommend that you have the snorkeling equipment previously mentioned for individual swimmers.<br \/>\nIf you want to enjoy the clear and beautiful ocean, you should use a mask because it allows you to see clearly underwater and fins make it easier and faster to move around in the ocean.<br \/>\nWhen swimming privately, please take care of your own safety and do not overdo it.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E8%A5%BF%E8%A1%A8%E5%B3%B6%E3%81%A7%E8%A6%8B%E3%82%89%E3%82%8C%E3%82%8B%E9%AD%9A\"><\/span>Fish found on Iriomote Island<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>What kind of fish can we see in Iriomote Island?<br \/>\nHere are some typical fish.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E3%82%AB%E3%82%AF%E3%83%AC%E3%82%AF%E3%83%9E%E3%83%8E%E3%83%9F\"><\/span>clownfish (Balistoides conspicillum)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/\u30ab\u30af\u30ec\u30af\u30de\u30ce\u30df-640x480.jpg\" alt=\"\u30ab\u30af\u30ec\u30af\u30de\u30ce\u30df\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-6413\" srcset=\"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/\u30ab\u30af\u30ec\u30af\u30de\u30ce\u30df-640x480.jpg 640w, https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/\u30ab\u30af\u30ec\u30af\u30de\u30ce\u30df-1280x960.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/\u30ab\u30af\u30ec\u30af\u30de\u30ce\u30df-320x240.jpg 320w, https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/\u30ab\u30af\u30ec\u30af\u30de\u30ce\u30df-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/\u30ab\u30af\u30ec\u30af\u30de\u30ce\u30df-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/\u30ab\u30af\u30ec\u30af\u30de\u30ce\u30df-2048x1536.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><br \/>\nThe body is a beautiful orange ground color with three thick white bands.<br \/>\nYou may have seen them in sea anemones on TV or in other images.<br \/>\nIt is a cute fish, about 8 cm in length.<br \/>\nIt is the most likely fish you will encounter when diving.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E3%83%8F%E3%83%9E%E3%82%AF%E3%83%9E%E3%83%8E%E3%83%9F\"><\/span>yellowtail amberjack (species of fish, Seriola lalandi)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/\u30cf\u30de\u30af\u30de\u30ce\u30df-640x480.jpg\" alt=\"\u30cf\u30de\u30af\u30de\u30ce\u30df\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-6414\" srcset=\"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/\u30cf\u30de\u30af\u30de\u30ce\u30df-640x480.jpg 640w, https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/\u30cf\u30de\u30af\u30de\u30ce\u30df-1280x960.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/\u30cf\u30de\u30af\u30de\u30ce\u30df-320x240.jpg 320w, https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/\u30cf\u30de\u30af\u30de\u30ce\u30df-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/\u30cf\u30de\u30af\u30de\u30ce\u30df-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/\u30cf\u30de\u30af\u30de\u30ce\u30df-2048x1536.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><br \/>\nThis is another species of clownfish that lives with anemones.<br \/>\nThe size of the fish is about the same as the clownfish, but the body of the fish is more similar to the clownfish and more vertical than the clownfish, unlike the clownfish, which is horizontal.<br \/>\nBecause of their similar coloration, they are often mistaken for clownfish.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E3%83%AB%E3%83%AA%E3%82%B9%E3%82%BA%E3%83%A1%E3%83%80%E3%82%A4\"><\/span>sapphire devil (Chrysiptera cyanea, damselfish from the Indo-West Pacific)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>This bright blue fish is most commonly found in shallow tropical coral reefs.<br \/>\nSince they are about 6 cm in length and easy to keep, many of you have probably seen them in aquariums where saltwater tropical fish are kept.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E3%83%AD%E3%82%AF%E3%82%BB%E3%83%B3%E3%82%B9%E3%82%BA%E3%83%A1%E3%83%80%E3%82%A4\"><\/span>scissortail sergeant (Abudefduf sexfasciatus)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/\u30ed\u30af\u30bb\u30f3\u30b9\u30ba\u30e1\u30c0\u30a4-640x480.jpg\" alt=\" \u30ed\u30af\u30bb\u30f3\u30b9\u30ba\u30e1\u30c0\u30a4\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-6415\" srcset=\"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/\u30ed\u30af\u30bb\u30f3\u30b9\u30ba\u30e1\u30c0\u30a4-640x480.jpg 640w, https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/\u30ed\u30af\u30bb\u30f3\u30b9\u30ba\u30e1\u30c0\u30a4-1280x960.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/\u30ed\u30af\u30bb\u30f3\u30b9\u30ba\u30e1\u30c0\u30a4-320x240.jpg 320w, https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/\u30ed\u30af\u30bb\u30f3\u30b9\u30ba\u30e1\u30c0\u30a4-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/\u30ed\u30af\u30bb\u30f3\u30b9\u30ba\u30e1\u30c0\u30a4-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/\u30ed\u30af\u30bb\u30f3\u30b9\u30ba\u30e1\u30c0\u30a4-2048x1536.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><br \/>\nThis species of spiny dogfish is 15 to 20 cm in length and is characterized by the five black vertical stripes on its body.<br \/>\nThis fish is found in relatively shallow water and is commonly found at depths of about 20 meters.<br \/>\nIt is distributed in temperate to tropical seas, and in Japan it is found in seas south of Shizuoka Prefecture.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E3%83%87%E3%83%90%E3%82%B9%E3%82%BA%E3%83%A1%E3%83%80%E3%82%A4\"><\/span>blue-green chromis<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>This fish is also a member of the spiny dogfish family and is about 8 cm long.<br \/>\nThis beautiful fish has a greenish blue body color that changes its color to various shades of blue depending on how the light hits it.<br \/>\nThey live in schools on coral reefs in shallow water.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E3%83%84%E3%83%8E%E3%83%80%E3%82%B7\"><\/span>moorish idol (Zanclus cornutus, species of Indo-Pacific perciform fish)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/\u30c4\u30ce\u30c0\u30b7-640x480.jpg\" alt=\"\u30c4\u30ce\u30c0\u30b7\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-6416\" srcset=\"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/\u30c4\u30ce\u30c0\u30b7-640x480.jpg 640w, https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/\u30c4\u30ce\u30c0\u30b7-1280x960.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/\u30c4\u30ce\u30c0\u30b7-320x240.jpg 320w, https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/\u30c4\u30ce\u30c0\u30b7-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/\u30c4\u30ce\u30c0\u30b7-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/\u30c4\u30ce\u30c0\u30b7-2048x1536.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><br \/>\nAs it grows, thorns appear on both sides of the eyes, which look like horns, hence the name \"horned\".<br \/>\nIts body is longer vertically than horizontally, with long thorns protruding from its back.<br \/>\nThey live on coral reefs and rocky reefs.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E3%82%BB%E3%83%8A%E3%82%B9%E3%82%B8%E3%83%99%E3%83%A9\"><\/span>sixbar wrasse (Thalassoma hardwicke)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/\u30bb\u30ca\u30b9\u30b8\u30d9\u30e9-640x480.jpg\" alt=\" \u30bb\u30ca\u30b9\u30b8\u30d9\u30e9\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-6417\" srcset=\"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/\u30bb\u30ca\u30b9\u30b8\u30d9\u30e9-640x480.jpg 640w, https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/\u30bb\u30ca\u30b9\u30b8\u30d9\u30e9-1280x960.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/\u30bb\u30ca\u30b9\u30b8\u30d9\u30e9-320x240.jpg 320w, https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/\u30bb\u30ca\u30b9\u30b8\u30d9\u30e9-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/\u30bb\u30ca\u30b9\u30b8\u30d9\u30e9-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/\u30bb\u30ca\u30b9\u30b8\u30d9\u30e9-2048x1536.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><br \/>\nAs its name suggests, it is a member of the Vera family.<br \/>\nBella is brightly colored and beautiful to look at.<br \/>\nLike the debase damselfish, it lives in shallow coral reefs.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E3%83%A0%E3%83%A9%E3%82%B5%E3%83%A1%E3%83%A2%E3%83%B3%E3%82%AC%E3%83%A9\"><\/span>pinktail durgon (durgeon) (triggerfish) (Melicthys vidua)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/\u30e0\u30e9\u30b5\u30e1\u30e2\u30f3\u30ac\u30e9-640x480.jpg\" alt=\"\u30e0\u30e9\u30b5\u30e1\u30e2\u30f3\u30ac\u30e9\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-6418\" srcset=\"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/\u30e0\u30e9\u30b5\u30e1\u30e2\u30f3\u30ac\u30e9-640x480.jpg 640w, https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/\u30e0\u30e9\u30b5\u30e1\u30e2\u30f3\u30ac\u30e9-1280x960.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/\u30e0\u30e9\u30b5\u30e1\u30e2\u30f3\u30ac\u30e9-320x240.jpg 320w, https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/\u30e0\u30e9\u30b5\u30e1\u30e2\u30f3\u30ac\u30e9-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/\u30e0\u30e9\u30b5\u30e1\u30e2\u30f3\u30ac\u30e9-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/\u30e0\u30e9\u30b5\u30e1\u30e2\u30f3\u30ac\u30e9-2048x1536.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><br \/>\nThey inhabit coral reefs and the surrounding sandy and rocky reefs.<br \/>\nAt about 20 cm in length, it is not a large fish, but its character is rough and needs attention.<br \/>\nIf they see you are near their nest, i.e., intruding on their territory, they will attack you.<br \/>\nThey are especially aggressive during the breeding season (early summer to summer).<br \/>\nThey will not attack you if you do not invade their territory, so as long as you do not approach them carelessly, they will not attack you.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E3%83%88%E3%82%B2%E3%83%81%E3%83%A7%E3%82%A6%E3%83%81%E3%83%A7%E3%82%A6%E3%82%A6%E3%82%AA\"><\/span>threadfin butterflyfish (Chaetodon auriga, species of the Indo-Pacific)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>These fish are common in the waters of Okinawa.<br \/>\nIt is about 20 cm long and has an orange coloration near the tail.<br \/>\nThey live around coral reefs and are omnivores.<br \/>\nFor this reason, breeding and feeding them is considered relatively easy.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E3%83%95%E3%82%A6%E3%83%A9%E3%82%A4%E3%83%81%E3%83%A7%E3%82%A6%E3%83%81%E3%83%A7%E3%82%A6%E3%82%A6%E3%82%AA\"><\/span>vagabond butterflyfish (Chaetodon vagabundus, species of the Indo-Pacific)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>This is another popular fish in the Okinawan sea.<br \/>\nThey are found on coral reefs and rocky reefs, but they do not live in groups, but rather alone or in pairs.<br \/>\nThe fish is about 20 cm long and is an omnivore, making it easy to keep.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E8%A5%BF%E8%A1%A8%E5%B3%B6%E3%81%A7%E8%A6%8B%E3%82%89%E3%82%8C%E3%82%8B%E9%AD%9A%E4%BB%A5%E5%A4%96%E3%81%AE%E6%B5%B7%E3%81%AE%E7%94%9F%E3%81%8D%E7%89%A9\"><\/span>Sea creatures other than fish that can be seen in Iriomote Island<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>In the sea of Iriomote Island, various creatures besides fish inhabit, among which sea turtles and manta rays are introduced as representative creatures.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E3%82%A6%E3%83%9F%E3%82%AC%E3%83%A1\"><\/span>sea turtle<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/IMG_0650-640x480.jpg\" alt=\"\u30a6\u30df\u30ac\u30e1\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-6419\" srcset=\"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/IMG_0650-640x480.jpg 640w, https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/IMG_0650-1280x960.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/IMG_0650-320x240.jpg 320w, https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/IMG_0650-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/IMG_0650-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/IMG_0650-2048x1536.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><br \/>\nThree species of sea turtles will be inhabiting the sea around Iriomote Island: green turtles, loggerhead turtles, and tairai.<br \/>\nCurrently, there are seven species of sea turtles living in the world, so you can see almost half of them on Iriomote Island.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E3%83%9E%E3%83%B3%E3%82%BF\"><\/span>manta ray<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Mantas are members of the ray family.<br \/>\nIt is considered the largest species of ray.<br \/>\nTheir large size and majestic swimming form make them very popular among divers.<br \/>\nIt is easy to tell them apart because of the black spots on their bellies.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E8%A5%BF%E8%A1%A8%E5%B3%B6%E3%81%AE%E5%8D%B1%E9%99%BA%E3%81%AA%E6%B5%B7%E3%81%AE%E7%94%9F%E3%81%8D%E7%89%A9\"><\/span>Dangerous Sea Creatures in Iriomote Island<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>To enjoy the sea of Iriomote Island, it is important to know dangerous creatures in advance.<br \/>\nAnd if you are a victim, understanding how to deal with the damage can help minimize it.<br \/>\nHere are some typical dangerous creatures and what to do if you are a victim.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E3%83%8F%E3%83%96%E3%82%AF%E3%83%A9%E3%82%B2\"><\/span>northern sea nettle (Chrysaora melanaster)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>These jellyfish appear in shallow areas of the ocean from May to October.<br \/>\nIts tentacles are highly toxic and it is considered one of the most damaging marine danger creatures in Okinawa.<br \/>\nStings cause severe pain and should be treated immediately.<\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E8%A2%AB%E5%AE%B3%E3%81%AB%E3%81%82%E3%81%A3%E3%81%9F%E6%99%82%E3%81%AE%E5%AF%BE%E5%87%A6%E6%B3%95\"><\/span>What to do if you are a victim<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>If you are stung, remain calm and get out of the water first.<br \/>\nNever rub the sting.<br \/>\nThen, remove the tentacles by pouring plenty of vinegar on the sting.<br \/>\nThen cool the sting with cold water and seek medical attention.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E3%82%AB%E3%83%84%E3%82%AA%E3%83%8E%E3%82%A8%E3%83%9C%E3%82%B7\"><\/span>Portuguese man-of-war (Physalia physalis)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The bonefish is a type of jellyfish, characterized by a bright blue floating bag.<br \/>\nIts tentacles are highly venomous, and its sting is said to cause electric shock-like pain.<\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E8%A2%AB%E5%AE%B3%E3%81%AB%E3%81%82%E3%81%A3%E3%81%9F%E6%99%82%E3%81%AE%E5%AF%BE%E5%87%A6%E6%B3%95-2\"><\/span>What to do if you are a victim<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>If you are stung, do not panic, remain calm, and get out of the water first.<br \/>\nNever rub the sting site.<br \/>\nApply plenty of seawater, remove the tentacles, cool them with cold water, etc., and seek medical attention.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E3%83%8F%E3%83%8A%E3%83%9F%E3%83%8E%E3%82%AB%E3%82%B5%E3%82%B4\"><\/span>red lionfish (Pterois volitans)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>One species of minnows, they are relatively large, some reaching up to 35 cm in length.<br \/>\nIt looks gorgeous and beautiful with its large dorsal and pectoral fins, but each has its own thorn, which causes severe pain when it stings.<\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E8%A2%AB%E5%AE%B3%E3%81%AB%E3%81%82%E3%81%A3%E3%81%9F%E6%99%82%E3%81%AE%E5%AF%BE%E5%87%A6%E6%B3%95-3\"><\/span>What to do if you are a victim<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>If sting thorns remain, rinse well with water.<br \/>\nSoaking in hot water above 45\u00b0C (45\u00b0F) will slightly ease the toxicity and alleviate some of the pain.<br \/>\nThorns can cause deep wounds, and it is important to seek prompt medical attention.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E3%82%AA%E3%83%8B%E3%83%80%E3%83%AB%E3%83%9E%E3%82%AA%E3%82%B3%E3%82%BC\"><\/span>stonefish<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>It is one of the species of octopuses with a poisonous dorsal fin, and is said to be the most toxic of all the octopuses.<br \/>\nOnidaruma gobies are tricky because they mimic and hide in rocky areas, making them difficult to see.<\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E8%A2%AB%E5%AE%B3%E3%81%AB%E3%81%82%E3%81%A3%E3%81%9F%E6%99%82%E3%81%AE%E5%AF%BE%E5%87%A6%E6%B3%95-4\"><\/span>What to do if you are a victim<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>Please calm down and get out of the water first.<br \/>\nRinse the sting site well with water and remove any remaining thorns.<br \/>\nAs with scorpionfish stings, soaking the sting in hot water of 45\u00b0C or higher will relieve the toxicity and alleviate some of the pain.<br \/>\nAfter such first aid measures are completed, seek medical attention immediately.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E3%83%9E%E3%83%80%E3%83%A9%E3%82%A6%E3%83%9F%E3%83%98%E3%83%93\"><\/span>blotched snakehead (species of fish, Channa maculata)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>This is a striped looking sea snake.<br \/>\nIt is believed that as long as you do not touch them, they will not attack you.<br \/>\nThe most certain way to avoid damage is to stay away.<\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E8%A2%AB%E5%AE%B3%E3%81%AB%E3%81%82%E3%81%A3%E3%81%9F%E6%99%82%E3%81%AE%E5%AF%BE%E5%87%A6%E6%B3%95-5\"><\/span>What to do if you are a victim<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>Quickly get out of the water and tie up the area above the bite, near the heart, tightly so that the venom does not circulate throughout the body.<br \/>\nThen squeeze the venom out of the bite.<br \/>\nAfter taking these first aid measures, it is necessary to seek medical attention as soon as possible.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E3%82%AA%E3%83%8B%E3%83%92%E3%83%88%E3%83%87\"><\/span>crown-of-thorns starfish (Acanthaster planci)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>These are large starfish that live on coral reefs.<br \/>\nIt has thorns all over its body, and the thorns are poisonous.<\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E8%A2%AB%E5%AE%B3%E3%81%AB%E3%81%82%E3%81%A3%E3%81%9F%E6%99%82%E3%81%AE%E5%AF%BE%E5%87%A6%E6%B3%95-6\"><\/span>What to do if you are a victim<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>Immediately get out of the water and remove any visible thorns.<br \/>\nThe pain can be alleviated by placing the sting in hot water of about 45\u00b0C (45\u00b0F).<br \/>\nSeek medical attention as soon as possible.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E3%83%92%E3%83%A7%E3%82%A6%E3%83%A2%E3%83%B3%E3%83%80%E3%82%B3\"><\/span>blue-ringed octopus (esp. one species, the blue-lined octopus, Hapalochlaena fasciata)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>This small octopus, about 10 cm long, has a leopard-like pattern that appears on its body surface when it is stimulated.<br \/>\nTheir saliva is poisonous and their bite is very dangerous.<br \/>\nAlthough they are considered docile and do not attack on their own, they become aggressive when they sense danger or are provoked.<\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E8%A2%AB%E5%AE%B3%E3%81%AB%E3%81%82%E3%81%A3%E3%81%9F%E6%99%82%E3%81%AE%E5%AF%BE%E5%87%A6%E6%B3%95-7\"><\/span>What to do if you are a victim<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>Squeeze the venom out of the bite while running water over the bite.<br \/>\nPrompt medical attention is required.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E5%AE%89%E5%85%A8%E3%81%AB%E8%A5%BF%E8%A1%A8%E5%B3%B6%E3%81%AE%E6%B5%B7%E3%82%92%E5%A0%AA%E8%83%BD%E3%81%99%E3%82%8B%E3%81%9F%E3%82%81%E3%81%AB\"><\/span>To enjoy the sea of Iriomote Island safely<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>In order to safely enjoy the sea of Iriomote Island, it is important to have an approximate understanding of the sea of Iriomote Island.<br \/>\nIn addition to that, the methods and preparations described below will help you enjoy the experience more safely.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E3%81%A7%E3%81%8D%E3%82%8B%E3%81%A0%E3%81%91%E3%83%84%E3%82%A2%E3%83%BC%E3%81%AB%E5%8F%82%E5%8A%A0%E3%81%97%E3%82%88%E3%81%86%EF%BC%81\"><\/span>Take tours as much as possible!<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>To enjoy the sea of Iriomote Island safely, it is recommended to join a tour.<br \/>\nThe tour will be accompanied by guides and instructors who are familiar with the sea of Iriomote Island, so you can rest assured that you will be able to avoid common dangers by following their instructions.<br \/>\nThey also take appropriate measures in the event of damage.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E3%82%80%E3%82%84%E3%81%BF%E3%81%AB%E6%B5%B7%E3%81%AE%E7%94%9F%E3%81%8D%E7%89%A9%E3%81%AB%E8%A7%A6%E3%82%89%E3%81%AA%E3%81%84%EF%BC%81\"><\/span>Do not touch marine life unnecessarily!<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Even if you take a tour, the one thing you definitely want to follow is not to touch any living creatures.<br \/>\nAlso, remember not to get too close unnecessarily.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E5%AF%BE%E5%87%A6%E6%B3%95%E3%82%92%E9%A0%AD%E3%81%AB%E5%85%A5%E3%82%8C%E3%81%A6%E3%81%8A%E3%81%93%E3%81%86%EF%BC%81\"><\/span>Let's keep in mind how to deal with this!<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>No matter how careful you are, it is difficult to avoid damage altogether.<br \/>\nTherefore, be sure to keep in mind what to do in the event of damage.<br \/>\nThis way, you can deal with the situation calmly and without panic.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E3%81%BE%E3%81%A8%E3%82%81\"><\/span>summary<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Iriomote Island is sometimes called the last unexplored region of Japan because of its unspoiled, naturally rich environment and uniquely evolved ecosystem.<br \/>\nSurrounded by crystal clear waters, it is ideal for marine activities.<br \/>\nThere are several ways to swim with fish in the sea of Iriomote Island, such as snorkeling tours, diving tours, and private swimming.<br \/>\nThere are some dangerous creatures in the sea, so it is recommended to take a tour as much as possible in order to be careful of these and enjoy the experience.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Iriomote Island is sometimes called \"the last unexplored region\" or \"the Galapagos of the East. 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