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Rambling Around Secluded Yanbaru

Journeys in Japan

Season 14Episode 11Aired 2023-04-25
Rambling Around Secluded Yanbaru

Rambling Around Secluded Yanbaru

Yanbaru is an area in the north of Okinawa Prefecture's main island. Covered by subtropical evergreen forest, it is home to a diverse range of native species and a unique ecosystem. In 2021, it was listed as a UNESCO Natural World Heritage site. In this journey, a father-daughter pair visits villages scattered across Yanbaru and meet locals who share a strong bond with their land.