[2025 Kunigami Attraction] Travel Guide for Yanbaru National Park (Updated Jul)

We started the drive from Cape Manzamo in Onna Village 🚙 Hiji Falls - Oishirinzan - Cape Hedo, the northernmost point. Trekking through palm trees 👟🌴 When we saw large ferns and rare butterflies, it felt like we had traveled back in time to the dinosaur era. 🦋🦕This is truly a jungle. After experiencing the great nature of Okinawa, we had Okinawa soba at Nakama Shokudo, a restaurant often used by locals 😋 #DriveTrip #AmazingView #GourmetTrip

#Okinawa Sakura Yanbaru National Park is like a vivid painting. When spring comes, the cherry blossoms here bloom in a riot of colour, like a gorgeous dance by nature. Every step you take in the quiet mountains is accompanied by falling petals, as if you are in pink clouds. The cherry trees on both sides of the trail here are like guardian gods, quietly welcoming every visitor. The mountain breeze brings a faint scent of flowers, making people want to take a deep breath and feel the vitality of life. Standing on the observation deck, overlooking the entire sea of ​​flowers, one can't help but sigh in the heart: This is truly a paradise on earth!

Nanmeishinshitsu, tucked away in the forests of Yanbaru, Okinawa, is a true healing hideaway. In a space surrounded by forest, take a deep breath and meditate. In the silence, listen to the chirping of birds and the sound of the wind, and you will feel the fatigue and frustration of everyday life disappear. It was a luxurious time to connect with nature and feel in harmony from the inside. It is a special place where you can refresh your mind and body while feeling the power of Yanbaru with your whole body. #nanmeishinshitsu #yanbaru #foresthealing #okinawaretreat

We went to the newly renovated ASMUI (formerly Daisekirinzan)! As we walked through the forest associated with Ryukyu mythology, we were overwhelmed by the spectacular views created by the strange rock formations and the mystical atmosphere shrouded in silence. It is also known as a power spot, and just visiting it feels like your soul is purified. It was a special place where you can experience Okinawa's natural beauty and spiritual charm at the same time ✨ Forget the hustle and bustle of the city and be sure to visit at least once! #DomesticTravel #SoloTravel #Okinawa #ASMUI #Okinawa #PowerSpot #SpiritualHike

At Yanbaru National Park in Okinawa's Kutano District, you can paddle a kayak in the mangrove forest! While enjoying the mangrove nature, your guide will teach you about Okinawa's nature. There is a pre-lecture on how to paddle a kayak, so you can rest assured! The tour costs about 7,000 yen if you book in advance! It may be a good idea to allow about 3 hours for the tour. A change of clothes is required. 📍Location: Hentona, Kunigami Village, Kunigami District, Okinawa Prefecture 905-1411 💰Price per person: From 7,000 yen #0 Yen Travel February 2025

In addition to sunshine, beaches and southern culture, Okinawa is also a great place to explore the ecology of subtropical forests. Kunigami County, located in the northernmost part of the main island, not only has beautiful natural scenery, but is also home to a variety of endemic and endangered species. Those who want to experience the natural side of Okinawa should not miss it. The nearby Hiji-Otaki and Kijoka-no-Nanatsuragi are also great places for hiking and viewing waterfalls. Figure 1: Ada garden hotel, a hotel that provides breakfast, dinner, laundry services and is close to a nature park. Figure 2 and 3: Wild endemic birds: the mountain moorhen and the Okinawa woodpecker Figures 4 and 5: Kiruka's Seven Falls Figure 6 & 7: The forest trail. Cherry blossoms can be seen from time to time in spring. Figure 8: Dinner provided by the hotel. 📍Address: Kunigami District, Okinawa Prefecture 🏖️Environment/Facilities: Nature Learning Center, Forest Park, Camping Site, etc. 🕰️Business hours: All day, but most nature learning centers and parks are only open from 9 am to 5 pm daily 🗓️Itinerary: You can spend a night in Kunigami County to observe the creatures. 🚙Transportation: Self-driving is recommended, as the bus only runs once an hour. However, you can also take bus No. 67 at Nago Bus Station to Hedonai and then transfer to the Kunigami East Line to other places in Kunigami County.

#okinawatrip Yanbaru National Park was one of the biggest reasons for us to visit the north part of Okinawa island. The park is amazing and we had a great time climbing the mountain area around the Yonaha mountain , the tallest mountain of the Okinawa main island. Little bit disappointing was that the top of the mountain doesn’t have any sign about reaching the absolute top and you can get easily confused whether you already climbed the top or not. Otherwise the place is so much fun and there are many things worth visiting in the National park other than Yonaha, for example famous waterfalls and others.