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Iriomote has many hiking trails through the tropical forest or jungle. The popular trails usually lead to a waterfall, but we went on a short nature trail in Otomi that didn't lead to anything. 大富林道大正池
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Iriomote's forests are a mishmash of all kinds of flora growing wild everywhere in all directions. It's not like the neat, orderly forests of trees on mainland Japan. 大富林道大正池
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Beehive roped off. (Do not disturb.)
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Ferns
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Tree fern, common in Okinawa. The fronds break off. 木生シダ
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The trunk of a tree fern shows the remains of branches that broke off. 木生シダ
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Bird feeder for research purposes.
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When going on hikes, best to wear long sleeves and long pants so the tree branches, leaves, etc., don't scratch you. Also protection from bugs.
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Guided tours are recommended. Local guides know the flora and fauna and the difficult or slightly hazardous sections of hiking trails. Local tour guide: https://www.motti-iriomotejima.com/
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Otomi Lookout Deck 大富展望台
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Otomi Lookout Deck 大富展望台
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Great views of the greenery from the Otomi Lookout Deck.
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Nakama River is beyond this area.
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Great views of the greenery from the Otomi Lookout Deck.
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Great views of the greenery from the Otomi Lookout Deck.
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