Amami Oshima specialized activity reservation site "Amami Tours".
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.
The experience of looking for the Amami rabbit on the night safari was thrilling and fun. It was satisfying enough for a small group of participants.
Trekking through the Kinsaku primeval forest was like stepping back in time to the age of dinosaurs. Thanks to our guide, we were able to enjoy the tour without missing any of the highlights.
The experience of walking through the prehistoric forest exceeded my expectations. The guide provided detailed explanations, which deepened my understanding of plants and ecosystems.
The free plan to visit spots recommended by the local guide gave me a lot of freedom, and I was able to spend a full half day.
The combination of the waterfall walk and mangrove canoeing was refreshing and I enjoyed the atmosphere of touring the Jack and the Beanstalk model. The small group was comfortable.
A nighttime 4WD jeep tour to observe the Amami Owl Rabbit up close. The guide was very attentive and the experience was exciting even for the first time.
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