{"id":5820,"date":"2026-01-09T15:24:11","date_gmt":"2026-01-09T06:24:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/?p=5820"},"modified":"2026-01-10T12:06:12","modified_gmt":"2026-01-10T03:06:12","slug":"%e8%a5%bf%e8%a1%a8%e5%b3%b6%e5%b7%9d","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/5820","title":{"rendered":"Let's conquer all the rivers scattered in the jungle of 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-69e7821a7ae3a\" 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\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseprofile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69e7821a7ae3a\"  aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/5820\/#%E8%A5%BF%E8%A1%A8%E5%B3%B6%E3%81%A8%E3%81%AF%E3%81%A9%E3%82%93%E3%81%AA%E5%B3%B6%EF%BC%9F\" title=\"What kind of island is Iriomote Island?\">What kind of island is 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-2\" href=\"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/5820\/#%E4%B8%96%E7%95%8C%E9%81%BA%E7%94%A3%E7%99%BB%E9%8C%B2%E5%9C%B0%E3%81%AB%E3%81%AA%E3%81%A3%E3%81%A6%E3%81%84%E3%82%8B\" title=\"The site is registered as a World Heritage Site.\">The site is registered as a World Heritage Site.<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/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\/5820\/#%E8%A5%BF%E8%A1%A8%E5%B3%B6%E3%81%B8%E3%81%AE%E8%A1%8C%E3%81%8D%E6%96%B9\" title=\"How to get to Iriomote Island\">How to get to 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-4\" href=\"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/5820\/#%E7%9F%B3%E5%9E%A3%E5%B3%B6%E3%81%8B%E3%82%89%E9%AB%98%E9%80%9F%E3%83%95%E3%82%A7%E3%83%AA%E3%83%BC%E3%81%A7%E8%A1%8C%E3%81%8F\" title=\"High-speed ferry from Ishigaki Island\">High-speed ferry from Ishigaki Island<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/5820\/#%E4%B8%8A%E5%8E%9F%E6%B8%AF%EF%BC%88%E3%81%86%E3%81%88%E3%81%AF%E3%82%89%E3%81%93%E3%81%86%EF%BC%89\" title=\"Uehara Port\">Uehara Port<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/5820\/#%E5%A4%A7%E5%8E%9F%E6%B8%AF%EF%BC%88%E3%81%8A%E3%81%8A%E3%81%AF%E3%82%89%E3%81%93%E3%81%86%EF%BC%89\" title=\"Ohara Port\">Ohara Port<\/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-7\" href=\"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/5820\/#%E8%A5%BF%E8%A1%A8%E5%B3%B6%E3%81%AE%E5%A4%A7%E8%87%AA%E7%84%B6%EF%BC%81%E4%BA%BA%E6%B0%97%E3%81%AE%E5%B7%9D10%E9%81%B8\" title=\"Nature of Iriomote Island! 10 Popular Rivers\">Nature of Iriomote Island! 10 Popular Rivers<\/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\/5820\/#%E4%BB%B2%E9%96%93%E5%B7%9D\" title=\"pale chub (Zacco platypus)\">pale chub (Zacco platypus)<\/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\/5820\/#%E3%82%AF%E3%83%BC%E3%83%A9%E5%B7%9D\" title=\"Kula River\">Kula River<\/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\/5820\/#%E5%A4%A7%E8%A6%8B%E8%AC%9D%E5%B7%9D\" title=\"Omishe River\">Omishe River<\/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\/5820\/#%E6%B5%A6%E5%86%85%E5%B7%9D\" title=\"Urauchi River\">Urauchi River<\/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\/5820\/#%E3%83%92%E3%83%8A%E3%82%A4%E5%B7%9D\" title=\"Hinai River\">Hinai River<\/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\/5820\/#%E3%82%B2%E3%83%BC%E3%82%BF%E5%B7%9D\" title=\"Geeta River\">Geeta River<\/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\/5820\/#%E4%BB%B2%E8%89%AF%E5%B7%9D\" title=\"Nakaragawa River\">Nakaragawa River<\/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\/5820\/#%E3%82%B7%E3%82%A4%E3%83%A9%E5%B7%9D\" title=\"false dolphinfish (Lagenorhynchus obliquidens)\">false dolphinfish (Lagenorhynchus obliquidens)<\/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\/5820\/#%E3%83%A6%E3%83%84%E3%83%B3%E5%B7%9D\" title=\"River Yutun\">River Yutun<\/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\/5820\/#%E5%89%8D%E8%89%AF%E5%B7%9D\" title=\"Yangtze River (in China)\">Yangtze River (in China)<\/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\/5820\/#%E8%A5%BF%E8%A1%A8%E5%B3%B6%E3%81%AE%E5%B7%9D%E3%81%A7%E6%A5%BD%E3%81%97%E3%82%81%E3%82%8B%E3%82%A2%E3%82%AF%E3%83%86%E3%82%A3%E3%83%93%E3%83%86%E3%82%A3\" title=\"Activities you can enjoy in the rivers of Iriomote Island\">Activities you can enjoy in the rivers of 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\/5820\/#%E3%83%9E%E3%83%B3%E3%82%B0%E3%83%AD%E3%83%BC%E3%83%96%E6%B2%B3%E5%B7%9DSUP%E3%82%AB%E3%83%8C%E3%83%BC%E3%83%84%E3%82%A2%E3%83%BC\" title=\"Mangrove River SUP\/Canoe Tour\">Mangrove River SUP\/Canoe Tour<\/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\/5820\/#%E5%B7%9D%E3%81%AB%E9%A3%9B%E3%81%B3%E8%BE%BC%E3%82%80%EF%BC%81%E3%82%AD%E3%83%A3%E3%83%8B%E3%82%AA%E3%83%8B%E3%83%B3%E3%82%B0\" title=\"Dive into the river! Canyoning\">Dive into the river! Canyoning<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/5820\/#%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=\"%E8%A5%BF%E8%A1%A8%E5%B3%B6%E3%81%A8%E3%81%AF%E3%81%A9%E3%82%93%E3%81%AA%E5%B3%B6%EF%BC%9F\"><\/span>What kind of island is Iriomote Island?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-6389\" src=\"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/IMG_2696-640x480.jpg\" alt=\"\u30de\u30f3\u30b0\u30ed\u30fc\u30d6\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" srcset=\"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/IMG_2696-640x480.jpg 640w, https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/IMG_2696-1280x960.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/IMG_2696-320x240.jpg 320w, https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/IMG_2696-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/IMG_2696-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/IMG_2696-2048x1536.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><br \/>\nIriomote Island is located in the southwestern part of Okinawa Prefecture.<br \/>\nAbout 90% of the island is covered with subtropical virgin forest, and is called the \"Galapagos of the East\" for its unique ecosystem.<br \/>\nIt is a place rich in nature, with 40 rivers, both large and small, flowing through it, and mangrove forests in the lower reaches.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E4%B8%96%E7%95%8C%E9%81%BA%E7%94%A3%E7%99%BB%E9%8C%B2%E5%9C%B0%E3%81%AB%E3%81%AA%E3%81%A3%E3%81%A6%E3%81%84%E3%82%8B\"><\/span>The site is registered as a World Heritage Site.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Such is Iriomote Island, which is now a registered World Natural Heritage site.<br \/>\nIt was officially selected as a candidate site in 2003, along with Amami Oshima, Tokunoshima, and the northern part of Okinawa's main island (Yanbaru).<br \/>\nIt is highly valued for its \"biodiversity\" of diverse flora and fauna, and its \"ecosystems\" with many endemic species.<\/p>\n<p>Finally, in 2021, it will be registered as a World Natural Heritage site.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E8%A5%BF%E8%A1%A8%E5%B3%B6%E3%81%B8%E3%81%AE%E8%A1%8C%E3%81%8D%E6%96%B9\"><\/span>How to get to Iriomote Island<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Iriomote Island, with its irreplaceable nature, is also an island open to tourists.<br \/>\nLet us show you how to get to Iriomote Island.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E7%9F%B3%E5%9E%A3%E5%B3%B6%E3%81%8B%E3%82%89%E9%AB%98%E9%80%9F%E3%83%95%E3%82%A7%E3%83%AA%E3%83%BC%E3%81%A7%E8%A1%8C%E3%81%8F\"><\/span>High-speed ferry from Ishigaki Island<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>There is a high-speed ferry to Iriomote Island from neighboring Ishigaki Island.<br \/>\nUehara Port in the north and Ohara Port in the south are the gateways to Iriomote Island.<br \/>\nFrom Ishigakijima Terminal, it takes about 45 minutes to Uehara Port and about 40 minutes to Ohara Port.<\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E4%B8%8A%E5%8E%9F%E6%B8%AF%EF%BC%88%E3%81%86%E3%81%88%E3%81%AF%E3%82%89%E3%81%93%E3%81%86%EF%BC%89\"><\/span>Uehara Port<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-6393\" src=\"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/P4184488-640x480.jpg\" alt=\"\u4e0a\u539f\u6e2f\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" srcset=\"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/P4184488-640x480.jpg 640w, https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/P4184488-1280x960.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/P4184488-320x240.jpg 320w, https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/P4184488-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/P4184488-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/P4184488-2048x1536.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><br \/>\nUehara Port is located in the northern part of Iriomote Island and is served by a high-speed ferry from Ishigaki Island.<br \/>\nHoshisuna beach, a famous snorkeling spot, and Tsuki no hama (moon beach), where sea turtles can be seen, are located close by, providing excellent access.<br \/>\nA 10-minute drive will take you to the Urauchi River, where you can take a jungle cruise or go trekking.<br \/>\nYou may want to extend your visit to Mariyudu Falls or Pinaisara Falls.<br \/>\nIt is also nice to know that there are many restaurants and cafes in the vicinity.<\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E5%A4%A7%E5%8E%9F%E6%B8%AF%EF%BC%88%E3%81%8A%E3%81%8A%E3%81%AF%E3%82%89%E3%81%93%E3%81%86%EF%BC%89\"><\/span>Ohara Port<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-6394\" src=\"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/P8121538-640x480.jpg\" alt=\"\u5927\u539f\u6e2f\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" srcset=\"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/P8121538-640x480.jpg 640w, https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/P8121538-1280x960.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/P8121538-320x240.jpg 320w, https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/P8121538-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/P8121538-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/P8121538-2048x1536.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><br \/>\nOhara Port is located in the southern part of Iriomote Island and is served by a high-speed ferry from Ishigaki Island.<br \/>\nIts official name is Nakama Port, which is directly connected to the Nakama River with its vast mangroves.<br \/>\nYou can immediately join a mangrove cruise tour or a sightseeing boat tour departing from Ohara Port.<br \/>\nAlso, boats to Taketomi Island and Kohama Island leave from Ohara Port, making it a convenient base for touring the outlying islands.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E8%A5%BF%E8%A1%A8%E5%B3%B6%E3%81%AE%E5%A4%A7%E8%87%AA%E7%84%B6%EF%BC%81%E4%BA%BA%E6%B0%97%E3%81%AE%E5%B7%9D10%E9%81%B8\"><\/span>Nature of Iriomote Island! 10 Popular Rivers<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Here are 10 popular rivers that are essential to the nature of Iriomote Island.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E4%BB%B2%E9%96%93%E5%B7%9D\"><\/span>pale chub (Zacco platypus)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-6395\" src=\"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/IMG_5255-1-640x480.jpg\" alt=\"\u4ef2\u9593\u5ddd\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" srcset=\"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/IMG_5255-1-640x480.jpg 640w, https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/IMG_5255-1-1280x960.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/IMG_5255-1-320x240.jpg 320w, https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/IMG_5255-1-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/IMG_5255-1-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/IMG_5255-1.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><br \/>\nNakama River runs through the southern part of Iriomote Island.<br \/>\n160 hectares of mangroves, or 25% of all mangroves in Japan, are found in the Nakama River basin, which has been designated a national natural monument as the \"Nakama River Natural Protected Area.<br \/>\nAt the mouth of the river, the river is over 200 meters wide in some places, and eco-tours by pleasure boat and canoe are popular.<br \/>\nYaeyama palms grow wild on the slope on the left bank of the middle stream and are designated as a national natural monument as \"Ubundul's Yaeyama Palm Colony.<br \/>\nThere is a giant saxifrage tree upstream that is estimated to be 400 years old, and it has even been selected by the Forestry Agency as one of the 100 giants of the forest.<br \/>\nIt can be said that this river is representative of Iriomote Island.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E3%82%AF%E3%83%BC%E3%83%A9%E5%B7%9D\"><\/span>Kula River<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-6390\" src=\"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/IMG_2699-480x640.jpg\" alt=\"\u30af\u30fc\u30e9\u5ddd\" width=\"480\" height=\"640\" srcset=\"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/IMG_2699-480x640.jpg 480w, https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/IMG_2699-960x1280.jpg 960w, https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/IMG_2699-240x320.jpg 240w, https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/IMG_2699-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/IMG_2699-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/IMG_2699-1536x2048.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/IMG_2699-scaled.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 480px) 100vw, 480px\" \/><br \/>\nThe entrance to Kura River is located a little east of Uehara Port, the southern entrance to Iriomote Island.<br \/>\nThe name \"Coola\" means \"to bring happiness.<br \/>\nAround the river, there are native plants such as the modama tree, \"the world's largest bean,\" the kudzu potato that Totoro used as an umbrella, and the saxifrage tree that appeared in Jurassic Park.<br \/>\nThe Koola Falls, located upstream, is a fantastic space and a famous photo spot.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E5%A4%A7%E8%A6%8B%E8%AC%9D%E5%B7%9D\"><\/span>Omishe River<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-6396\" src=\"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/P8090845-640x480.jpg\" alt=\"\u5927\u898b\u8b1d\u5ddd\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" srcset=\"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/P8090845-640x480.jpg 640w, https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/P8090845-1280x960.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/P8090845-320x240.jpg 320w, https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/P8090845-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/P8090845-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/P8090845-2048x1536.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><br \/>\nThe Omija River has its mouth in the middle of the northern shore of Iriomote Island.<br \/>\nIt can be accessed from Omishe Road Park along the prefectural road, and there will be an observation deck and boardwalk around the mouth of the river.<br \/>\nThe river has a large difference in elevation between the river and the sea, forming a unique topography with exposed rock surfaces.<br \/>\nBecause of these features, it is known as a popular place for canyoning (river rafting).<br \/>\nThe upper reaches are jungle with no landmarks or roads, so be sure to take a tour when canyoning.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E6%B5%A6%E5%86%85%E5%B7%9D\"><\/span>Urauchi River<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-6397\" src=\"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/IMG_5273-640x480.jpg\" alt=\"\u6d66\u5185\u5ddd\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" srcset=\"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/IMG_5273-640x480.jpg 640w, https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/IMG_5273-1280x960.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/IMG_5273-320x240.jpg 320w, https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/IMG_5273-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/IMG_5273-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/IMG_5273-2048x1536.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><br \/>\nThe Urauchi River is the largest river in Okinawa Prefecture.<br \/>\nAt the foot of the Urauchi Bridge over the river, there is an observatory from which you can overlook the mangroves near the mouth of the river.<br \/>\nThe river has a gentle flow and can be reached upstream by pleasure boat.<br \/>\nA 40-minute walk from the boat landing upstream will take you to Mariyudu Falls, which has been selected as one of the 100 best waterfalls in Japan.<br \/>\nFurther upstream, there will be \"Kambire Falls,\" which is considered the sacred place of Iriomote Island.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E3%83%92%E3%83%8A%E3%82%A4%E5%B7%9D\"><\/span>Hinai River<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-6398\" src=\"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/IMG_9935-640x480.jpg\" alt=\"\u30d2\u30ca\u30a4\u5ddd\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" srcset=\"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/IMG_9935-640x480.jpg 640w, https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/IMG_9935-1280x960.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/IMG_9935-320x240.jpg 320w, https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/IMG_9935-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/IMG_9935-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/IMG_9935.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><br \/>\nThe Hinai River is located in the northwestern part of Iriomote Island and flows into Funaura Bay.<br \/>\nVisitors can enjoy the changing scenery by kayak, such as the tidal flats at the mouth of the river, selected as one of the 500 most important wetlands in Japan, and the mangrove-strewn lower reaches of the river.<br \/>\nIn the middle of the river there will be the Pinaisara Falls, which boasts the highest drop in Okinawa.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E3%82%B2%E3%83%BC%E3%82%BF%E5%B7%9D\"><\/span>Geeta River<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Geeta River is located in the northeastern part of Iriomote Island.<br \/>\nIt is a well-known stream walking course that starts at the mouth of the river and heads upstream to Gator Falls.<br \/>\nThe route to the first waterfall takes about 45 minutes one way and can be enjoyed by both children and the elderly.<br \/>\nIf you are physically fit, visit the second and third waterfalls.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E4%BB%B2%E8%89%AF%E5%B7%9D\"><\/span>Nakaragawa River<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-6399\" src=\"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/IMG_0227-640x480.jpg\" alt=\"\u4ef2\u826f\u5ddd\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" srcset=\"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/IMG_0227-640x480.jpg 640w, https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/IMG_0227-1280x960.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/IMG_0227-320x240.jpg 320w, https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/IMG_0227-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/IMG_0227-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/IMG_0227.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><br \/>\nThe third largest river in Iriomote Island is the Nakara River.<br \/>\nFrom the wide estuary, you can take a canoe ride through the mangrove area downstream, and from the narrow middle reaches of the river, you can trek upstream to the Nala Falls.<br \/>\nNala Falls has a large, deep waterfall basin that is ideal for waterfall games such as swimming and diving.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E3%82%B7%E3%82%A4%E3%83%A9%E5%B7%9D\"><\/span>false dolphinfish (Lagenorhynchus obliquidens)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Shira River is a small river located in the southeastern part of Iriomote Island.<br \/>\nThe relatively shallow depth of the estuary is suitable for observing living creatures.<br \/>\nVisitors can observe crabs and southern flying gobies, and enjoy fishing in a relaxed atmosphere.<br \/>\nThere is a colony of sagaribana in the middle of the river, where you can enjoy the \"fantastic flower\" that blooms only one night in early July.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E3%83%A6%E3%83%84%E3%83%B3%E5%B7%9D\"><\/span>River Yutun<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The Yutun River in the northeastern part of Iriomote Island is a small river, but the surrounding nature is said to be \"thick\".<br \/>\nThis is because there are no villages nearby and nature remains in its natural state.<br \/>\nIn addition, multiple pleasures are concentrated in a small area, such as observing creatures on the tidal flats at the mouth of the river, canoeing in the mangrove forests downstream, and trekking to the waterfalls upstream.<br \/>\nThe wild orchids along the river are beautiful and will be popular with tourists.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E5%89%8D%E8%89%AF%E5%B7%9D\"><\/span>Yangtze River (in China)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-6402\" src=\"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/IMG_7330-640x480.jpg\" alt=\"\u524d\u826f\u5ddd\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" srcset=\"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/IMG_7330-640x480.jpg 640w, https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/IMG_7330-1280x960.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/IMG_7330-320x240.jpg 320w, https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/IMG_7330-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/IMG_7330-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/IMG_7330.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><br \/>\nMaeragawa River, which has the sanctuary, Micharion, at its mouth, is located in the southeastern part of Iriomote Island.<br \/>\nBecause of the gentle currents in the lower reaches of the river, mangrove tours on the Maera River are recommended for canoeing beginners.<br \/>\nWithin the grounds of Sanri Ontake, there is a colony of saxifrage trees with distinctive plate-like uplifted roots, which is designated as a national natural monument as \"Komi's saxifrage tree colony.<br \/>\nWhen visiting, be careful not to enter the sanctuary without permission from the priest.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E8%A5%BF%E8%A1%A8%E5%B3%B6%E3%81%AE%E5%B7%9D%E3%81%A7%E6%A5%BD%E3%81%97%E3%82%81%E3%82%8B%E3%82%A2%E3%82%AF%E3%83%86%E3%82%A3%E3%83%93%E3%83%86%E3%82%A3\"><\/span>Activities you can enjoy in the rivers of Iriomote Island<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Now, let us introduce some activities you can enjoy in the rivers of Iriomote Island.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E3%83%9E%E3%83%B3%E3%82%B0%E3%83%AD%E3%83%BC%E3%83%96%E6%B2%B3%E5%B7%9DSUP%E3%82%AB%E3%83%8C%E3%83%BC%E3%83%84%E3%82%A2%E3%83%BC\"><\/span>Mangrove River SUP\/Canoe Tour<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-6391\" src=\"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/P7282350-640x480.jpg\" alt=\"\u30de\u30f3\u30b0\u30ed\u30fc\u30d6\u30ab\u30cc\u30fc\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" \/><br \/>\nThe most representative nature of Iriomote Island is the mangroves.<br \/>\nMangrove forests extend downstream from the river, providing a great opportunity for exploration.<br \/>\nWe recommend the classic canoeing or the new SUP (stand-up paddleboarding) through the dense tropical foliage.<br \/>\nSUP, as the name suggests, involves standing on a board and paddling through the water with a paddle.<br \/>\nIt is very stable, and once you get used to it, you can sit or stand on the board and enjoy it in any position.<br \/>\nTours that include nature observation in the surrounding area and trekking upstream are also available.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E5%B7%9D%E3%81%AB%E9%A3%9B%E3%81%B3%E8%BE%BC%E3%82%80%EF%BC%81%E3%82%AD%E3%83%A3%E3%83%8B%E3%82%AA%E3%83%8B%E3%83%B3%E3%82%B0\"><\/span>Dive into the river! Canyoning<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-6392\" src=\"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/IMG_7870-1-640x480.jpg\" alt=\"\u30ad\u30e3\u30cb\u30aa\u30cb\u30f3\u30b0\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" srcset=\"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/IMG_7870-1-640x480.jpg 640w, https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/IMG_7870-1-1280x960.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/IMG_7870-1-320x240.jpg 320w, https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/IMG_7870-1-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/IMG_7870-1-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/IMG_7870-1-2048x1536.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><br \/>\nCanyoning is an activity that involves going down a canyon with water.<br \/>\nCanyoning is popular on Iriomote Island, where a river runs through a table-like trapezoidal rock face.<br \/>\nWith a guide who knows the terrain of the river bottom, he or she can show you where you can take the plunge.<br \/>\nThe exhilarating feeling of becoming one with the water is one of the most enjoyable aspects of canyoning.<br \/>\nIt will be possible to join a full-day tour combined with a trek upstream or a half-day tour with shorter courses.<\/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>In this issue, we introduced the rivers flowing through Iriomote Island and the activities that can be enjoyed there.<br \/>\nIriomote Island is not only a dense jungle, but also has profound charms and ways to enjoy.<br \/>\nHow about creating wonderful memories of Iriomote Island through river activities?<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>\u897f\u8868\u5cf6\u3068\u306f\u3069\u3093\u306a\u5cf6\uff1f \u897f\u8868\u5cf6\u306f\u3001\u6c96\u7e04\u770c\u306e\u5357\u897f\u90e8\u306b\u6d6e\u304b\u3076\u5cf6\u3067\u3059\u3002 \u5cf6\u306e\u7d049\u5272\u304c\u4e9c\u71b1\u5e2f\u306e\u539f\u751f\u6797\u306b\u8986\u308f\u308c\u3066\u304a\u308a\u3001\u72ec\u81ea\u306e\u751f\u614b\u7cfb\u3092\u6301\u3064\u3053\u3068\u304b\u3089\u300c\u6771\u6d0b\u306e\u30ac\u30e9\u30d1\u30b4\u30b9\u300d\u3068\u547c\u3070\u308c [&hellip;]<\/p>","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":6403,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[5],"tags":[],"acf":[],"aioseo_notices":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/5820"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=5820"}],"version-history":[{"count":7,"href":"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/5820\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":7018,"href":"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/5820\/revisions\/7018"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/6403"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=5820"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=5820"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=5820"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}