Yanbaru Forest
nature
やんばるの森
Pristine subtropical rainforest in northern Okinawa teeming with unique, endemic wildlife.
The northern expanse of Okinawa Island is dominated by lush, primeval subtropical rainforests. This highly biodiverse region shelters rare flightless birds and unique flora found nowhere else. It is an essential destination for nature lovers wanting to see a wilder side of Okinawa.
Drive slowly and carefully on the forest roads, particularly at dusk, as the endangered Yanbaru Kuina bird frequently crosses the streets.
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