By こつぶちゃんねる
This video takes viewers on an adventurous motorcycle ride through the mountainous northern region of Okinawa, focusing especially on the Yambaru National Park area. With the highly anticipated opening of the new theme park ‘Janglia’ (ジャングリア) in Okinawa’s north, this region has garnered attention as a potential tourism hotspot. The host, from the ‘こつぶちゃんねる’ channel, explores the scenic natural landscape by monkey bike, providing insights into what the often-overlooked area has to offer beyond its mountains.
The Yambaru region is renowned for its lush subtropical forests and rich biodiversity, offering a side of Okinawa wholly distinct from the busier, urban southern part of the island. Unlike the southern beaches and cityscapes, Yambaru beckons travelers with dense greenery, rolling hills, and hidden gems waiting to be discovered. The video highlights how the region’s atmosphere contrasts sharply with other parts of Okinawa, offering a peaceful, nature-filled backdrop ideal for exploration.
Points of interest in the video include winding mountain roads, dense forests, and the general landscapes of the Yambaru National Park (やんばる国立公園), as well as references to Nakijin Village (今帰仁村), one of the communities near the new theme park. This area is also famous for outdoor activities like camping, hiking, and wildlife observation, making it perfect for travelers seeking authentic, off-the-beaten-path experiences on Okinawa’s main island. The video serves as a guide for those curious about what to see and do in northern Okinawa as tourism shifts toward the unexplored highlands with the opening of new attractions such as Janglia.