Ishihara, Sumiyo-cho, Amami City, Kagoshima Prefecture
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¥2,500
The Mangrove Primeval Forest in Amami Oshima, Kagoshima, is Japan's second-largest mangrove forest. Easily accessible, it's located near a main road in Sumiyo and offers stunning views from an elevated observation point. Visitors can explore the expansive forest by kayak, with tours available from Mangrove Chaya. The forest is composed mainly of 'mehirugi' and 'ohirugi' mangroves, and the area is designated as a special protection zone within a national park. Experiencing the mangrove forest by canoe is highly recommended, offering a unique perspective of this subtropical island's natural beauty.