Let's get healed in the forest of Yanbaru! 5 hole-in-the-wall cafes in northern Okinawa

Located in Yanbaru, a World Natural Heritage Site
Let's get healed at a forest café.

Yanbaru is,A rich natural area in the northern part of Okinawa's main islandThe area has a lot to offer. Unspoiled forests and beautiful seas are its charm, and there are numerous cafes where you can relax away from the hustle and bustle of the city.

This time, we would like to recommend some of the best places in the Yanbaru area.hole-in-the-wall cafeand recommended sightseeing spots and activities in Yanbaru♪

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What is Yanbaru like?

There is no clear definition of the Yanbaru area, but it is the northern part of the main island of Okinawa.Kunigami Village, Ogimi Village, Higashi VillageThe area is rich in nature, including the three so-called Yanbaru villages of

It is also called the "Galapagos of the East" because of its subtropical forests and rare flora and fauna.

Explore the Yanbaru Forest Efficiently!
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Yanbaru Walking/2.5 hours] Trekking tour to "Mt. Nekumachiji," the highest peak in Ogimi Village☆Overlooking the World Heritage forest and the Churaumi Sea! Beginners OK♪ (No.237)開始時間9:30-12:00 / 14:00-16:30所要時間Approx. 2.5 hours7,000 yen

Yanbaru Walking / 2 hours] Rainy Day OK! World Heritage Forest Walking Course with commentary by a qualified guide♪0-80 years old OK to participate (No.239)開始時間9:30-11:30 / 14:00-16:00所要時間Approx. 2 hours5,000 yen

Okinawa, Higashimura】Mysterious Yanbaru Night Tour☆A great adventure into a fantasy world of sleeping Yanbaru rail and glowing insects! Photo gift and guide commentary included (No.283)開始時間20:00-22:00 (April-October) / 19:00-21:00 (November-March) 所要時間Approx. 2 hours8,000 yen →directional marker or indicator7,200suffix for names of swords, armour, musical instruments, etc.

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How to access Yanbaru area

There are four ways to get from Naha Airport to Yanbaru: rental car, highway bus, local bus, and cab.

If you want to sightsee freely, a rental car is recommended.

To get to the Yanbaru area from Naha City, take the expressway, exit at the "Xuden Interchange," and head north on National Route 58,Approximate drive time of 2 hours or morewill be.

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Carefully Selected! 5 cafes in Yanbaru

The Yanbaru area, which is overflowing with nature, is dotted with recommended cafes where you can relax in the midst of nature.

Why don't you take a drive with plenty of time to spare and relax, forgetting the hectic pace of everyday life?

Here are five cafes that we particularly recommend!

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Ogimi Village, Okinawa/3 hours] Participation OK for ages 3 and up!開始時間9:00-12:00 / 14:00-17:00所要時間Approx. 3 hours4,800 yen

Yanbaru Walking / approx. 1.5hrs] The huge banyan tree in the World Heritage forest is breathtaking! A guided tour of the unexplored subtropical zone☆For those who want to enjoy nature, culture and history♪ (No.238)開始時間10:00-11:30 / 14:00-15:30所要時間Approx. 1.5 hours5,000 yen

Okinawa/Nago-shi/1 day]OK for participants aged 10 and up◎Canyoning experience full of natural activities☆Exhilarating adventure tour in Yanbaru Forest ＜Wear rental & photo data present＞ (No.251)開始時間9:00-15:00所要時間Approx. 6 hours11,000 yen

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1) Book café that blends in with the forest
Bookcafe Okinawa RailKunigami Village

Surrounded by the nature of Yanbaru, Bookcafe Okinawa Rail is a stylish hideaway cafe nestled deep in the mountains.

While enjoying homemade sweets and special coffee,Owner-selected booksYou can spend time reading the

Self-sufficient in electricity, water and wastewaterThe café is not only stylish, but also environmentally friendly.

(2) Coffee store at the entrance of Yanbaru Forest
Cafe Ajimui-MoriKunigami Village

On fine days, you can enjoy excellent homemade cakes at Café Ajijimori, which offers a spectacular view of the city.

All interiors are handmade.This is an at-home café surrounded by the warm sense of the owner and his wife.

(3) Enjoy stone oven pizza
cafe ichara (Motobu-cho)

Authentic pizza with handmade doughCafe ichara" is popular for its "Cafe ichara". The name "Cafe ichara" is derived from the Okinawan phrase "ichariba chode," which means "once you meet, you are all brothers.

We also have tatami room seating, which is recommended for those with small children. Dogs are allowed on the terrace ◎.

(4) Just like the world of Ghibli
Gajimanroo" 《Ogimi Village

Gajimanro," a renovated old private house, is a café with a fantastic atmosphere, just like a Ghibli movie.

Located deep in the mountains, it is like a different world,Hand-Squeezed Shikwasa Juiceand crispy pizza.

5) Old house cafe in the forest
Cafe Hakoniwa 《Honbu Town

Cafe Hakoniwa is a renovated 50-year-old old private house that is tucked away in the Yanbaru forest.

For lunch, a Hakoniwa plate with lots of vegetables and ice cream on top is excellent!honey toastcan be enjoyed.

4 recommended sightseeing spots in Yanbaru

Let us introduce some of the recommended sightseeing spots in the Yanbaru area that you can visit on a road trip!

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Toyota Yaris《Maximum 5 Passengers》Car Navigation System/ETC Standard Equipment【Including Exemption Compensation Fee】(No.r18)開始時間Negotiable所要時間Negotiable5,000 yen

Car Rental S】Compact class car《Maximum 5 passengers》【Including deductible compensation】(No.r19)開始時間Negotiable所要時間Negotiable4,000 yen

Nago North Area Car Rental]Mini Car A Plan《Maximum 4 Passengers》ETC Standard Equipment〈Airport drop-off available、Indemnity fee included」(No.r24)開始時間Negotiable所要時間Negotiable4,500 yen

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(1) Cape Hendo 《Kunigami Village

Cape Hendo is a spectacular viewpoint located at the northernmost tip of Okinawa's main island. From the cliff, you can see Izena Island and Iheya Island on the left, and Yoron Island and Okinoerabu Island in Kagoshima Prefecture to the north.

place famous for its beautiful sunsetIt is also famous as a

Cape Hendo Details

Name: Cape Hedo Misaki
Address: Hendo, Kunigami-mura, Kunigami-gun, Okinawa, Japan
Access: 2 hours and 30 minutes by car from Naha Airport

Cape Hendo   What is Cape Hendo? Located at the northernmost tip of Okinawa's main island, the highlight is the view of the Pacific Ocean and the East China Sea from the sheer cliffs of the rising coral reef. On a clear day, Yoron Island and Okinoerabu Island can also be seen. The Hen [...].

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Diving at Cape Hendo, the northernmost tip of Okinawa! Boat Diving Course (No.100)開始時間6:30-12:00所要時間Approx. 5.5 hours25,000 yen

(2) Higashimura Fureai Hirugi Park 《Higashi Village

This park allows visitors to feel close to the nature of Yanbaru. Walking along the beautifully maintained promenade, you will find nearbyCrabs and gobies peculiar to the subtropical zonecan be observed.

It is also recommended for those who wish to see the mangroves up close.

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Northern Okinawa, Higashimura】Spectacular location photo tour in the popular Yanbaru area☆<Aerial drone photography & kayaking experience addition OK＞Recommended for women's trip and family tour (No.222)開始時間Negotiable所要時間Approx. 90 min.40,000 yen

(3) Tha Waterfall 《Ogimi Village》.

Ta Falls, a waterfall located further into Yanbaru, is a healing spot filled with negative ions.

River trekking on unpaved roads, jumping into the waterfall basin with a Tarzan rope at the waterfall, and walking on the back side of the river are just a few of the many ways to enjoy the area!

For safe and secure enjoyment,Take a guided tourIt is recommended to do so.

Details of Tha Falls

Name: Tha Falls
Address:Ogimi Tsunami, Kunigami-gun, Okinawa, Japan
Access: 2 hours by car from Naha Airport

tahtaki (species of waterfall, Polygonum hydropiper formosum)   About Tha Waterfall This waterfall is located in the Yanbaru forest, where tropical and subtropical plants grow thickly and animals and insects that are only found here live. On the way to Tha Falls, you can enjoy trekking to experience the sensation of touching the river water, the smell of the soil and forest, and the sounds of birds [...].

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Ogimi Village, Okinawa/3 hours] Participation OK for ages 3 and up!開始時間9:00-12:00 / 14:00-17:00所要時間Approx. 3 hours4,800 yen

Okinawa/Ogimi Village/Half Day]OK for children from 5 years old◎Ta-Taki River Trekking in Okinawa's Unexplored Terra River☆Thrilling adventure in the Yanbaru Forest♪ ＜Wear rental & photo data present＞ (No.250)開始時間8:00-12:00 / 13:00-16:00所要時間Approx. 4 hours7,500 yen

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4) Ruins of Nakijin Castle 《Nakijin Village

The ruins of Nakijin Castle, registered as a World Heritage site, is a spot where visitors can enjoy both history and nature. During the cherry blossom season, the castle is illuminated, creating a fantastic scene.

Details of Nakijin Castle Ruins

Name: Nakijin Castle Ruins
Address:5101 Imadomari, Nakijin Village, Kunigami-gun, Okinawa, Japan
Access: 1 hr. 30 min. by car from Naha Airport

Ruins of Nakijin Castle   Nakijin Castle Ruins is the site of a historical gusuku (castle) located on Motobu Peninsula in northern Okinawa. It was the site of the castle of King Kitayama (Nakijin Castle) that flourished before the Ryukyu Kingdom, but later it became a battlefield and the castle went up in flames, so now only the stone walls [...].

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Nakijin Castle Ruins, Okinawa, Japan☆Family, Couple, Friends☆Starry sky photo and space walk night tour 《with Instagram photo shooting》in Nakijin Castle Ruins (No.96)開始時間: 8:00 p.m. / 9:00 p.m. / 10:00 p.m. / 11:00 p.m. / 12:00 a.m. / 1:00 a.m. / 2:00 a.m. / 3:00 a.m.所要時間Approx. 1 hour12,000 yen →directional marker or indicator9,800suffix for names of swords, armour, musical instruments, etc.

5) Roadside Station Ougi
Yanbaru Forest Visitor Center《Ogimi Village

At Roadside Station Ohmori, fresh local vegetables and specialty products can be purchased, making it a great place to pick up souvenirs.

The Visitor Center has detailed exhibits about the nature of Yanbaru, and you may enjoy Yanbaru even more if you stop by before exploring the forest.

Details of Roadside Station Ougami Yanbaru Forest Visitor Center

Name: Roadside Station Ohmochi Yanbaru no Mori Visitor Center
Address: 95 Tsunami, Ogimi Village, Kunigami-gun, Okinawa
Access: 1 hr. 30 min. by car from Naha Airport

Roadside Station Ougi, Yanbaru Forest Visitor Center   About Roadside Station Ogimi Yanbaru no Mori Visitor Center A direct sales shop selling vegetables, meat, fish, lunch boxes, bread, and sweets from Ogimi Village and other northern areas, a cafeteria serving set meals and soba noodles, a parlor serving hamburgers and zenzai, [...].

Enjoy the great nature of Yanbaru
Recommended Activities

Before the café time, have a fun time! Here are some recommended activities to enjoy the great nature of Yanbaru.

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Yanbaru Walking / 2 hours] Rainy Day OK! World Heritage Forest Walking Course with commentary by a qualified guide♪0-80 years old OK to participate (No.239)開始時間9:30-11:30 / 14:00-16:00所要時間Approx. 2 hours5,000 yen

Yanbaru Walking / approx. 1.5hrs] The huge banyan tree in the World Heritage forest is breathtaking! A guided tour of the unexplored subtropical zone☆For those who want to enjoy nature, culture and history♪ (No.238)開始時間10:00-11:30 / 14:00-15:30所要時間Approx. 1.5 hours5,000 yen

Okinawa/Kunigashira Village/2 hours] To the World Heritage Yanbaru Forest☆Completely private tour Qualified by the Japan Mountain Guides Association for your peace of mind... (No.133)開始時間10:00 / 13:30所要時間Approx. 2 hours5,500 yen

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(1) River trekking

River trekking through clear streams is a popular activity that allows visitors to experience the wilderness of Yanbaru firsthand. Trekking along the edge of the unpaved river to reach the waterfall.

Choose the tour that best suits your needs, such as a tour to a still little-known, unexplored waterfall or a tour to the popular "Tha Falls"!

With the full support of a guide, even beginners can enjoy themselves without worries.

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Ogimi Village, Okinawa/3 hours] Participation OK for ages 3 and up!開始時間9:00-12:00 / 14:00-17:00所要時間Approx. 3 hours4,800 yen

Nago City, Okinawa/3 hours] Great Adventure in the World Heritage Yanbaru Forest☆Jungle River Trekking Tour with Thrills and Adventurous Spirit★Free Photo（No.34開始時間8:30-11:30 / 13:00-16:00所要時間Approx. 3 hours8,500 yen

Nago City, Okinawa/1 day】World Heritage Yanbaru River Trekking Tour with Zipline Experience, the only one in Okinawa Prefecture that can be enjoyed with children (with transportation and lunch) (No.44)開始時間9:00-15:00所要時間Approx. 6 hours15,000 yen

(2) Jungle Experience Tour

A jungle exploration tour that takes you on an adventure through the subtropical jungle. While listening to the guide's explanation, you will experience the excitement of searching for the unique flora and fauna of the subtropical zone!

The tours, which include 4-wheeled baby carriages and amphibious vehicles, will make you feel like a character in a movie.

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Okinawa/Northern Okinawa】Jungle Buggy in the World Heritage Yanbaru Forest! Free cancellation up to 2 days in advance.開始時間10:30-11:30 / 11:45-12:45 / 13:00-14:00 / 14:15-15:15 / 15:30-16:30 / 16:45-17:45所要時間Approx. 1 hour7,000 yen

Registration Currently Closed: [Okinawa Yanbaru / Approx. 2 hours] Beware of Laughing Too Much☆ Scenic Jungle Exploration Tour by 8-Wheeled Tank Open to Ages 4 and Up♪ (No. 223)開始時間9:00-11:00 / 12:00-14:00 / 15:00-17:00所要時間Approx. 2 hours16,000 yen

(iii) Shower climbing

Shower climbing, which is mainly waterfall play, is a recommended summer activity!

Canyoning" tours, which include sliding and other fun activities on natural rocky terrain, as well as zip-lining, are popular.

Okinawa Nago City/Half Day] Exhilarating Shower Climbing & Canyoning Tour in the Unexplored Yanbaru Region (with Zip Slide Experience)★Free Photo & Video (No.73)開始時間Morning service: 8:30 a.m.
Afternoon service] 1:30 p.m. meeting 所要時間Approx. 3-4 hours8,800 yen

Onna Village, Okinawa] An overwhelming sense of exhilaration! Shower Climbing & Zipline Tour 《Photo data present, lunch and pickup included》（No.43）.開始時間9:00-15:00所要時間Approx. 6 hours18,000 yen

4) Yanbaru Photo Tour

A photo tour with a professional photographer while touring the spectacular scenery of Yanbaru.

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Nago City, Okinawa/2 hours]Super Rare☆Yanbaru Tribal Photo Tour! For those who want to experience something unusual and interesting... ♪ You can also take pictures in your favorite costume (No.229)開始時間9:00-11:00 / 12:00-14:00 / 14:00-16:00所要時間Approx. 2 hours8,000 yen

Northern Okinawa, Higashimura】Spectacular location photo tour in the popular Yanbaru area☆<Aerial drone photography & kayaking experience addition OK＞Recommended for women's trip and family tour (No.222)開始時間Negotiable所要時間Approx. 90 min.40,000 yen

summary

Yanbaru is a healing area with beautiful nature and comfortable cafes.

On your next trip to Okinawa, try Yanbaru for a relaxing time.

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