In this issue, we will introduce the Chubu area!
There are three ways to get from Amami Airport to central Amami Oshima: rental car, cab, and bus.
The most convenient way to access the central part of Amami Oshima is by rental car. You can freely move from the airport to the central area and natural spots.
Be careful when driving, as there are some areas, such as mangrove forests in the central and southern part of Amami-Oshima, where GPS does not respond.
There are waiting cars at the airport and port, and cabs are relatively easy to catch since Nase is the center of Amami Oshima.
If you need access to a location away from the downtown area, contact a cab company.
Although there are only a few services, it covers the entire Amami Oshima Island and is the only public transportation system on Amami Oshima. There are also tickets for unlimited rides on local buses.
An airport shuttle bus runs from Amami Airport.
Naze, located in the central part of Amami Oshima, is the busiest and central part of Amami Oshima.
It is recommended as a travel base because of its harbor and dense concentration of restaurants and accommodations.
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In the central part of Amami-Oshima, you can enjoy spots where you can see the beautiful sea of Amami-Oshima, such as Miyakozaki where you can overlook the East China Sea and Ohama Seaside Park which is famous for its sunset view.
The central part of Amami Oshima Island is home to the island's most popular sightseeing spot, the Kinsaku Primeval Forest, and the second largest mangrove in Japan, where trekking and canoeing tours can be enjoyed.
Moving south from Naze, there is much unspoiled nature.
You can meet rare creatures such as the lizard lizard which lives in the subtropical zone and the Amami Oshima's endemic species, the Amami rabbit.
Nase has downtown, ocean view, and ancient forest next to each other.
In particular, the Kinsaku Primeval Forest is a very popular spot where visitors can experience the World Natural Heritage site.
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Mangroves grow in clusters in this area, and you can enjoy the rich ecosystem of Amami Oshima.
Mangroves show different faces depending on the tide. At high tide, you can take a canoe through the mangrove tunnels, and at low tide, you can observe riparian life.
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The ancient jungles of Amami Oshima Island will make you feel like you have entered the world of movies.
The Kinsakuen primeval forest must be accompanied by a certified guide, so take a tour to go there!
Even beginners, from small children to the elderly, can easily experience the mangroves and feel the mangroves on their skin.
Explore the mangroves from a low vantage point while paddling through the water.
Learn more about canoeing (kayaking)
Cruising the mangroves of central Amami Oshima by SUP, which is rapidly gaining popularity!
SUP boards are more stable than they look, so you can spend a relaxing time surrounded by greenery.
Trekking to the mysterious waterfall while looking for living creatures, you can enjoy viewing the beautiful water flow at the waterfall and swimming in the basin.
The Nase area can be easily joined by tours that can be completed in half a day with pick-up and drop-off.
This tour explores the jungle at night in search of nocturnal animals unique to the subtropical zone.
The jungle at night is a thrilling experience!
Learn more about our Night Tours
Cycling on an electric bicycle while enjoying the magnificent scenery of Amami Oshima. The course can be left to the local guide!
Enjoy Amami's nature at your own pace and take many wonderful photos.
I have loved nature since I was a child and have always been especially interested in mangrove forests. I was very impressed to participate in this tour of Amami Oshima and to hear about the ecology of living creatures and environmental protection. I was also glad that we were able to take a lot of pictures and leave our memories as a form. The tour is designed so that even beginners can enjoy it safely, and it is a place I would like to visit again if I have the chance.
Now that I had finished raising my children, I finally had some time to myself and decided to "do something for myself next," so I signed up for this tour. Even though I am not that familiar with the outdoors, my fears quickly disappeared as the guide carefully explained everything from start to finish so that I could participate in the tour with ease. As we actually kayaked through the mangroves, I felt as if I had wandered into another world. Forgetting the hustle and bustle of the city and becoming one with nature while swaying on the quiet surface of the water was a healing experience that penetrated deep into my heart. During the tour, rare wild birds and other small creatures were explained to us, and it was like a petit nature class, which was very educational. What made me most happy was the guide's talk full of love for the local area and his hospitality. It not only made us feel safe, but also increased the attractiveness of the tour itself many times over. The fact that we were able to take a lot of pictures and leave behind memories from angles that I would not have been able to take by myself was also a major point. This tour was really perfect for those who want to enjoy nature at their own pace. I would definitely invite my friends to join the tour again next time.
I was really happy to have hired this guide. ‼︎2 I was worried that I wouldn't be able to go for a couple of hours, but it didn't take long at all. I was worried about whether we would be able to go for 2 hours, but it didn't take long at all. He stayed with us the whole time so we could go to places we couldn't go without him, and most importantly, we were too happy just rocking in the canoe and watching the clouds flow. ‼︎ He also took pictures so we could leave a good memory of our girls trip. I will definitely ask for this guide the next time I go to Amami! I will definitely ask this guide again the next time I go to Amami! Thank you very much for responding to our passionate wishes even though a typhoon was approaching.
We were three ladies in our 60's. It was our first time to canoe. It was almost our first time to canoe, and we really enjoyed it when we were able to paddle swiftly through the mangrove river! We were also very impressed with the snorkeling because we didn't expect to see sea turtles so close up! Thank you very much.
Thank you Amanico Guide Service for responding to our many questions. It was very helpful. The guide, it was my first time to canoe in the mangrove, but I was able to enjoy it as much as I wanted because of the lecture and support before entering the canoe. I learned about the history of Amami Oshima and learned about the amazing mangroves. It was a great experience for me to feel the power of nature that I could not believe it was in Japan. Thank you very much for the enjoyable and healing tour.
The tour was cancelled due to a typhoon, so I asked the tour guide to pick me up from my hotel, which was far away. He also told me about the origin of the towns along the way, which helped me to get to know Amami better. She also took us to places that we had not requested, and I thought she was very kind. I highly recommend this tour to those who do not have a car and who want to know more about Amami! Thank you very much.
Find the tour you want to join based on the scene and time of day♪.
Once you have decided on the plan you want to apply for, select the date and time and start the application process!
Amami Tours will contact you once the reservation is completed♪
All that remains is to participate on the day of the event! Let's have fun to the fullest!
