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Stargazing and Mystery Night Tour: Explore the Starry Skies of Iriomote Island

3.70· 3 reviews

Highlights

  • Explore Japan's first starry sky protection area on Iriomote Island
  • Observe 84 out of 88 constellations from a 360° viewing point
  • Discover seasonal flowers and nocturnal creatures
  • Capture memories with photos taken by the guide under the starry sky

What to expect

Discover the enchanting night of Iriomote Island with a certified guide. Explore the starry sky protection area and encounter nocturnal wildlife and seasonal flowers. Enjoy a safe and memorable tour with expert guidance and hotel pickup.

What's included

  • English-speaking guide

About this experience

Starting at
21:00
Group size
Minimum travelers: 2

Schedule

  1. Pick-up or Check-in
  2. Travel to Stargazing Point
    The journey begins with a car ride to a 360-degree stargazing point. Guided by the chairman of the Iriomote Starry Sky Association, guests can ask questions and learn about the night sky.
  3. Stargazing
    At this prime location, guests can observe 84 out of 88 constellations. Depending on the season, see the Southern Cross from January to June or the Summer Triangle from July to September. The Milky Way, artificial satellites, and shooting stars add to the celestial spectacle.
  4. Discovering Iriomote's Nightlife
    The tour continues with a car ride to various spots to observe nocturnal wildlife. Discover bioluminescent organisms and their mysterious roles. Depending on the season, you might encounter creatures like coconut crabs and habu snakes. Rarely, you could spot the Iriomote wildcat.
  5. Check-out & Drop-off

Location and Directions

  • Check-in / Check-out

    Iriomote Nature School

    546-3 Uehara, Taketomi-cho, Yaeyama-gun, Okinawa, Japan

    Iriomote Nature School — 546-3 Uehara, Taketomi-cho, Yaeyama-gun, Okinawa, Japan
    [Transportation Service]
    Guests staying in the Uehara area in western Iriomote Island are eligible for transportation service. However, transportation is not available for guests staying in the following distant areas: Ōhara, Hotel Eco Village, Jungle Hotel Painumaya, Hoshidate (Hoshidate Hotel), Sonai (Island Hotel), and Shirahama (Uminchu no Ie). Please arrange your own transportation, such as a rental car, to reach Iriomote Nature School.

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Restrictions

  • Please refrain from consuming alcohol before the tour. Participation while experiencing a hangover is strictly prohibited.

What to bring

  • Comfortable clothing
  • Walking shoes
  • Camera
  • Beverages
  • Towel

Other requirements

  • The tour operator will contact you by e-mail the day before the tour date. When you make a reservation, please register an e-mail address with which you can be contacted locally.

Additional notes

  • Lights are not available for rent. Please bring your own lights or use the lights on your smart phone.
  • The activity schedule is subject to change or cancellation due to weather or traffic conditions.

Operated by

Iriomote Nature School (Code:186047)

Cancellation policy

  • 2-3 business days before (local time): 50%
  • Less than 2 business days before / No-show: 100%

Reviews

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The real version of a planetarium.
Posted Date: 2025/07/17
sadatomo
We were blessed with great weather and a stunning 360-degree starry sky. It was the first time I could see the Milky Way so clearly with my own eyes. The explanation of the constellations using a laser pointer was very easy to understand. The driver was careful and drove slowly to avoid hitting the Iriomote wildcat, and the explanations during the journey were easy to listen to. Thank you for your wonderful service!お天気に恵まれて、360度満天の星空でした。天の川を肉眼でここまではっきりと見たのは初めてでした。
レーザー光線を天空に当てて星座の解説をしてくださったのがとても分かりやすかったです。
イリオモテヤマネコを轢いてしまわないよう、ゆっくり丁寧な運転をしていて、道中の説明も聴きやすかったです。
お世話になりありがとうございました♪
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Reply from Iriomote Nature School
Thank you for participating in the Iriomote Island Stargazing Mystery Tour. Although we didn't encounter the wildcat, I'm glad you enjoyed it. If there’s another opportunity, I look forward to seeing you again. Thank you!この度は、西表島星空観察ミステリーツアーにご参加いただきありがとうございました。ヤマネコには出会えなかったですが、楽しんでいただけてよかったです。また機会がありましたらよろしくお願い致します。ありがとうございました。
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It was great!
Posted Date: 2024/11/04
まきお
The tour while listening to the detailed guide's explanation was really great! The starry sky and the Sagari-bana were breathtaking.
The meeting place is a bit hard to find, so I recommend confirming it thoroughly during the pre-meeting.お詳しいガイドさんの説明を聞きながらのツアー、凄く良かったです！満天の星空やサガリバナ感動的でした。
待ち合わせ場所が少し見つけにくいので、事前の打ち合わせでしっかりと確認する事をお勧めします。
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Reply from Iriomote Nature School
Hello, this is Iwamoto from Iriomote Nature School. Thank you for participating in the Iriomote Island Stargazing Mystery Tour. I was worried about the weather after the typhoon, but I'm glad we were able to see the stars. I hope to see you again if the opportunity arises. Thank you very much.こんにちは、西表自然学校の岩本です。この度は西表島星空観察ミステリーツアーにご参加いただきありがとうございました。台風後で天気が心配でしたが、星が見れて良かったです。また機会があればよろしくお願いします。ありがとうございました。
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In a bad mood.
Posted Date: 2022/08/29
なにこれ
The instructions for the meeting place were unclear, yet they showed displeasure for not arriving on time. There were no other tour participants, so it wasn't a situation where anyone would be inconvenienced. I didn't feel any hospitality. I didn't see a single animal. I would have been better off relaxing in my room. I cannot recommend this at all.待ち合わせ場所の指示が不明確なのが悪いのに、時間通りにつかなかったことに不機嫌をあらわにしてくる。他のツアー参加者もおらず、誰に迷惑かかる状況でもないのに。ホスピタリティを感じない。1匹も動物も見れなかった。これなら部屋でゆっくりしてたほうがマシだった。全くお勧めできない。
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Reply from Iriomote Nature School
Thank you very much for participating in the tour. However, I sincerely apologize for any discomfort we may have caused you.

I have communicated the details of your experience to the operating company. We will work diligently with them to improve our services so that all participants can enjoy their experience comfortably.

Thank you for taking the time to share your valuable feedback.
VELTRA Customer Support Teamこの度はツアーにご参加いただき誠にありがとうございます。
しかしながらご不快な思いをさせてしまいましたこと、深くお詫び申し上げます。

ご投稿いただきました体験談の内容を催行会社へお伝えさせていただきました。
ご参加される皆さまに気持よくご参加、お楽しみいただけるよう催行会社とサービス改善に向け尽力させていただきます。

お忙しいところ貴重な体験談のご投稿誠にありがとうございました。
VELTRAカスタマーサポートチーム
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