Yubu Island Water Buffalo Cart Round Trip & Admission (from Iriomote Island)【由布島入園券】
🐃 Water Buffalo Cart Experience
The water buffalo cart connects you to Yubu Island.
Located just 400 meters from Iriomote Island, you can cross the shallow sea by cart—one of Okinawa’s most iconic experiences. Enjoy the sound of the sanshin and ocean waves while relaxing in true island time.
The ride takes about 15 minutes one way. Including a walk in the subtropical garden and lunch, the visit takes about 1.5–2 hours.
✅ Highlights
Butterfly Garden
See Japan’s largest butterfly and golden chrysalises up close.
Subtropical Plants
Colorful tropical flowers and palm trees bloom year-round.
Water Buffalo Rest Area
Watch water buffalo relaxing in the pond after work.
Manta Beach
A scenic beach with views of nearby islands and a café serving gelato.
✅ Opening Hours
09:15–16:30 (Last entry 15:45)
Hours may change due to tides or weather.
Please check: https://yubujima.com/
✅ Access
From Ohara Port to the water buffalo cart station:
About 20 minutes by car (approx. 12 km)
✅ Ticket & Check-in
Includes:
Water buffalo cart round trip + garden admission
Notes:
No fixed departure time
Arrive 10 minutes before departure
May need to wait during busy hours (10:00–11:00)
Operation:
Runs about every 30 minutes (subject to weather/tides)
Check-in:
Iriomote side “Yubu Island Water Buffalo Cart Station (Tabibito no Eki)”
Please present your mobile ticket to staff
●○ Ferry Tickets ○●
Ferry tickets between Ishigaki Island and Iriomote Ohara Port (round trip) are not included.
Please purchase separately.
Ishigaki → Ohara
https://yaeyama.tourbooking-japan.com/A/ja-JP/product-detail/1195
Ohara → Ishigaki
https://yaeyama.tourbooking-japan.com/A/ja-JP/product-detail/1196
Overview
✅ Ticket Purchase & Check-in Information
About Tickets:
The ticket includes a round-trip water buffalo cart ride and admission to the Yubu Island Subtropical Botanical Garden.
There is no fixed departure time for the water buffalo cart. Please check the timetable on the official website and complete check-in at least 10 minutes before departure.
During busy periods, you may be required to take the next available cart (especially between 10:00–11:00).
Operating Schedule:
The carts run approximately every 30 minutes; however, schedules may vary depending on crowd levels, weather, and tidal conditions.
Check-in Location:
Please check in at the “Yubu Island Water Buffalo Cart Station (Tabibito no Eki)” on the Iriomote side and present your mobile ticket to staff.
Ferry tickets between Ishigaki Island and Iriomote Ohara Port are not included. Please purchase separately.
✅ Important Notes for Visiting
Tidal Conditions:
Operations may be suspended for safety reasons during extremely high tides or severe weather (such as typhoons).
Pets:
Guide dogs, assistance dogs, and other service dogs are permitted. Pets are not allowed. Please note that we do not provide a pet-sitting service.
Clothing & Items:
You will walk around the island, so comfortable walking shoes are recommended.
In summer, strong sunlight is expected, so please prepare appropriate sun protection (hat, sunscreen, etc.).
✅ If You Do Not Receive a Confirmation Email
A confirmation email will be sent automatically after your reservation is completed.
If you do not receive it, please check the following before contacting us:
1. Spam / Junk Folder
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Please check whether the latest message is included within previous emails.
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