Can I go sightseeing on Kohama Island with a buffalo cart? Introduction of islands in the Yaeyama Islands where you can ride on a water buffalo!

Can I do buffalo cart sightseeing on Kohama Island?

Many visitors may be interested in experiencing "buffalo cart sightseeing" on Kohama Island.

As it turns out, Kohama Island currently has a "There are no facilities that offer buffalo cart tours.The "Yaeyama Islands" are located in the same Yaeyama archipelago. You can ride on a buffalo cart on "Taketomi Island" and "Yubu Island" in the same Yaeyama Islands.

However, Kohama Island is easily accessible to Taketomi Island and Yubu Island, and if you join a tour based on Ishigaki Island, you can easily experience a water buffalo cart.

This article details spots for buffalo cart sightseeing accessible from Kohama Island and recommended tours.

If you would like to add a buffalo experience to your travel memories, please refer to this page.

Tours Limited Discount】Iriomotejima⇆Ishigakijima Ferry Ticket Included★Barasu Island Snorkeling & "Yubujima" Buffalo Car Sightseeing Tour★Free Photo (No.544)開始時間8:00-17:40所要時間:19,770 yen →directional marker or indicator17,600suffix for names of swords, armour, musical instruments, etc.

★Fall Special SALE [Iriomote Island] Conquer the 3 Popular Islands! Mangrove SUP/Canoeing & Landing on Barasu Island & Water Buffalo Cart Tour of "Yubu Island"★Free Photos (No. 78)開始時間:所要時間:

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Yaeyama Islands where you can enjoy buffalo cart sightseeing

Among the Yaeyama Islands, including Kohama Island, there are only a limited number of islands where you can enjoy buffalo cart sightseeing.

The most popular islands are Taketomi Island and Yubu Island. Let's take a look at the characteristics of each island and the attraction of buffalo cart sightseeing.

Taketomi Island

Taketomi Island is,Only 10 minutes from Ishigaki IslandIt is a popular remote island accessible by

The island's charming streets lined with traditional red-tile-roofed houses and white-sand roads are very popular with visitors, who take a leisurely tour of the villages in a buffalo cart.

On the water buffalo cart tour of Taketomi Island, a local guide will take you around while playing the sanshin and sharing stories about the island's history and culture!

The tour takes about 30 minutes and can be reserved in advance.You can enjoy the atmosphere of Taketomi Island in a relaxed atmosphere.Therefore, it is very popular among tourists.

Half a day tour of Kohama Island, April-September only☆Select from more than 20 locations carefully selected by the captain and go to the best spot on the day! Two-point snorkeling at Ishinishi lagoon, one of the largest coral reefs in Japan, where you can meet colorful fish and sea turtles (No.612)開始時間1:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.所要時間Approx. 3 hours11,000 yen

Ishigaki Island⇆Taketomi Island ferry ticket included!
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Yubu Island

Yubu Island is a small island floating just off Iriomote Island.

As a means to get to Yubu IslandThe experience of riding a buffalo cart leisurely across the sea, which is shallow enough to walk across at low tide, is a specialty of this area.

Yubu Island itself is a small island with a circumference of only 2 km,The entire island is a subtropical botanical gardenYou can enjoy the Ryukyu tortoises and other rare flowers in this area.

Buffalo cart sightseeing on Yubu Island is not just a means of transportation, but a special experience of crossing the sea.

The sight of buffaloes leisurely walking through the waterwill be a unique and precious memory.

Tours Limited Discount】Iriomotejima⇆Ishigakijima Ferry Ticket Included★Barasu Island Snorkeling & "Yubujima" Buffalo Car Sightseeing Tour★Free Photo (No.544)開始時間8:00-17:40所要時間:19,770 yen →directional marker or indicator17,600suffix for names of swords, armour, musical instruments, etc.

★Fall Special SALE [Iriomote Island] Conquer the 3 Popular Islands! Mangrove SUP/Canoeing & Landing on Barasu Island & Water Buffalo Cart Tour of "Yubu Island"★Free Photos (No. 78)開始時間:所要時間:

Includes transportation to Yubu Island & entrance ticket!
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Day trip OK! You can go to/from Ishigaki Island.
Recommended Buffalo Car Sightseeing Tours

If you use Ishigaki Island as a base,Various buffalo cart sightseeing tours available from Kohama IslandThere are

Here are some popular tour plans.

Special Autumn SALE [Choice of Ishigaki Island or Kohama Island] Beginners and children are welcome☆Landing on Phantom Island + Ishinishi lagoon & Sea turtle snorkeling AM half-day course (No.667)開始時間9:40-13:00所要時間Approx. 3 hours9,800 yen →directional marker or indicator8,800suffix for names of swords, armour, musical instruments, etc.

Kohama Island/3 hours] Same-day reservation OK! Half-day course of landing at "Phantom Island" & Churaumi snorkeling (No.602)開始時間8:40-11:40 / 13:30-16:30所要時間Approx. 3 hours10,000 yen

[Kohama Island / Approx. 1 hour] Same-day reservations accepted! A cruise tour featuring a stop at and stroll around the “Phantom Island (Hamajima)”—a must-visit destination☆ Stay dry and comfortable! Safe for everyone from toddlers to seniors♪ (No. 635)開始時間2:30 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.所要時間Approximately 1 hr. 30 min.7,000 yen

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Phantom Island Landing & Snorkeling & Taketomi Island Sightseeing

Landing on "Phantom Island (Hamashima)," a spectacular island that appears only at low tide,Snorkeling in the beautiful oceanThis is a luxurious tour to enjoy buffalo cart sightseeing in Taketomi Island after enjoying

It is popular among families and couples because it offers both ocean activities and traditional cultural experiences.

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Tour to/from Kohama Island is also available.

Hamashima Island Tour This tour takes you to the "Phantom Island" Hamashima, which changes its shape and size depending on the tide level! You can also enjoy snorkeling and diving in the surrounding ocean! (11 in total) アクティビティの詳細を見る

Pinaisara Falls Canoe Trekking
& Yubu Island Sightseeing

This plan includes an adventure tour by canoe to Pinaisara Falls, the largest waterfall in Iriomote Island, and buffalo cart sightseeing in Yubu Island.

Enjoy the power of nature and a moment of healing in one dayThat's what it's all about! Highly recommended for active people!

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Mangrove SUPor Canoe & Yubu Island Sightseeing

After exploring the vast mangrove forests of Iriomote Island by SUP or canoe, this tour takes you to Yubu Island to enjoy a buffalo cart experience.

Perfect for those who want to take a leisurely walk on the water while observing nature ★

Canoeing is a less challenging activity,It is popular with families with children, women, and beginners!

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Barasu Island snorkeling & Yubu Island sightseeing

This tour includes snorkeling at Barasu Island, a miraculous island formed by pieces of coral, followed by a relaxing buffalo car ride on Yubu Island.

You can enjoy both snorkeling in the crystal clear waters and sightseeing on Yubu Island.

The spectacular view of Barasu Island is sure to be a hit on social networking sites.

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★Fall Special SALE [Iriomote Island] Conquer the 3 Popular Islands! Mangrove SUP/Canoeing & Landing on Barasu Island & Water Buffalo Cart Tour of "Yubu Island"★Free Photos (No. 78)開始時間:所要時間:

★Fall Special SALE [Iriomote Island / Approx. 2 hours] Same-day reservations accepted! You might even see sea turtles☆ ”Barasu Island”—the "Miracle Island"—Snorkeling Tour★ Free Photos & Transportation Included (No. 122)開始時間:所要時間:

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Canyoning & Yubu Island Sightseeing Tour

After enjoying the thrill of canyoning, in which you slide down and dive into the clear streams of Iriomote Island, you can experience buffalo cart sightseeing on Yubu Island.

Adrenaline-pumping adventureThe perfect balance of a relaxing buffalo after a

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Highlights of Buffalo Car Sightseeing

The main attraction of buffalo cart sightseeing is to relax and enjoy the unique scenery of the island,The ability to experience history and cultureIt is.

On Taketomi Island, you can immerse yourself in an extraordinary world with the original Okinawan landscape of traditional houses and the sound of sanshin (Okinawan guitar) playing in the background.

Tours Limited Discount】Iriomotejima⇆Ishigakijima Ferry Ticket Included★Barasu Island Snorkeling & "Yubujima" Buffalo Car Sightseeing Tour★Free Photo (No.544)開始時間8:00-17:40所要時間:19,770 yen →directional marker or indicator17,600suffix for names of swords, armour, musical instruments, etc.

★Fall Special SALE [Iriomote Island] Conquer the 3 Popular Islands! Mangrove SUP/Canoeing & Landing on Barasu Island & Water Buffalo Cart Tour of "Yubu Island"★Free Photos (No. 78)開始時間:所要時間:

On Yubu Island, visitors can enjoy the special experience of crossing the ocean and strolling through a subtropical botanical garden surrounded by tropical flowers.

All of the above are different from ordinary sightseeing, and the charm of buffalo cart sightseeing is that it brings healing and excitement.

Also,Guides will explain the history and culture of the island, as well as episodes related to the buffalo.The "Sightseeing" is also interesting and provides a deep learning experience that does not end with mere sightseeing.

summary

Although buffalo cart sightseeing is not currently offered on Kohama Island, the Yaeyama Islands are famous for buffalo cart experiences, such as Taketomi Island and Yubu Island, which can be easily visited during your stay on Kohama Island.

If you join a tour to/from Ishigaki Island, you can enjoy buffalo cart sightseeing in combination with snorkeling and other activities to make your trip even more enjoyable!

Buffalo cart sightseeing is a great way to experience the beautiful nature of Yaeyama and the island's culture firsthand.

Why not incorporate this special experience on your next trip?

Click here to read the article in conjunction with this one.

A Comprehensive Guide to Getting from Kohama Island to the "Phantom Island" of Hamajima and the Activities You Can Enjoy ThereThe island of illusion is actually "Hamashima," an uninhabited crescent-shaped island surrounded by white sandy beaches. It is an uninhabited crescent-shaped island surrounded by white sandy beaches and appears only when the tide is low. Access and tour information is a must-see.

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