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Yanbaru National Park
やんばる国立公園Okinawa
Yanbaru National Park is home to the critically endangered Okinawa rail, known locally as Yambaru kuina, and features lush subtropical primary forests. The park offers a unique ecosystem with diverse flora and fauna, making it a haven for nature lovers and bird watchers.
- Best season
- Spring · Autumn
- Spring and autumn for mild weather and vibrant foliage
- Crowd level
- Hidden gem
- Rating
- 4.5· 298 reviews
- Opening hours
- Daily Open 24 hours
- Admission
- National park, free to enter; no admission gate. Guided tours/facilities priced separately.
Usual hours — confirm with the official site for holidays + seasonal closures.
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Daily Open 24 hours
How to get there
From Naha Airport · ~1h 57m by car
Tags
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