Yubu Island (Hiroshima-Nagoya Island)

Yubujima is a small island just 400 meters off the east coast of Iriomote Island in the shallow ocean, and is known for the unique experience of crossing the island by buffalo cart. During the 15-minute ride on the buffalo cart, a guide will talk about the history and nature of the island while playing a sanshin (Okinawan traditional three-stringed instrument), which is a unique experience unique to Yaeyama. The entire island is maintained as "Subtropical Botanical Paradise Yubu Island" and has many attractions such as Bougainvillea Garden, Hibiscus Garden, Manta Beach, Shell House, Butterfly Garden, etc. The islanders moved to Iriomote Island due to typhoon damage in 1969, but it was rebuilt as a botanical garden and is now a popular tourist spot in Yaeyama visited by several hundred thousand people annually. Now it is a popular sightseeing spot in Yaeyama that attracts hundreds of thousands of visitors a year. At the restaurant "Yubu Island Tea House", you can enjoy local dishes such as Okinawa soba noodles and tempura of island vegetables. The last admission is at 15:45. Please check the official website for the latest operation time.