Yubu Island
ç±å¸å³¶ Yubujima. This tiny island is just offshore from Iriomote's east coast, accessible on carts pulled through the shallow waters by water buffalo as featured on many a postcard. There is a tropical fruit orchard and restaurant on the island. Entry including buffalo rides every 30 minutes costs a steep ¥1300/650 for adults/children. You can also walk across for ¥500 when the tide is low approx. 5 minutes through ankle-high water. The island can be visited from 9:15 AM to 16:15 PM.
