Minshuku Sawayakaso
Okinawa Prefecture / Yaeyama District
A guesthouse on Iriomote Island where you can enjoy nature and activities
- More than just a place to stay! A guesthouse where you can fully enjoy the natural beauty of Iriomote Island
- Heartwarming homemade cuisine that showcases the island's bounty
- A spectacular sunset on Iriomote Island that will stay in your memory
It's not just a place to stay!
A guesthouse where you can enjoy the great outdoors of Iriomote Island
It's not just a place to stay, but also a wide range of activities that allow you to fully enjoy the natural beauty that is unique to Iriomote Island!
On this canoe tour to Pinaisara Falls, the highest waterfall in Okinawa Prefecture, you can observe subtropical flora and fauna while leisurely paddling through the mangrove-filled river. This tour allows you to experience the natural beauty of Iriomote Island with all five senses while splashing around in the waterfall basin and enjoying forest bathing.
In addition, on a snorkeling tour by boat around the waters off Iriomote Island, you'll be surrounded by colorful coral reefs and colorful tropical fish, and sometimes even have the chance to swim with sea turtles! You'll be able to spend an extraordinary time in the crystal clear waters. In addition, fishing experience tours are also available, with a variety of programs that can be enjoyed by beginners to advanced enthusiasts.
This guesthouse, where you can enjoy both accommodation and activities, is the perfect place to stay for those who want to fully enjoy the great outdoors of Iriomote Island. Why not spend some relaxing time surrounded by nature and have a special, unforgettable experience?
Heartwarming homemade cuisine that showcases the island's bounty
We serve dishes that make generous use of fresh ingredients from Iriomote Island and freshly picked vegetables grown in our own garden.
Okinawan home cooking, using locally caught fish and island vegetables, has a nostalgic and comforting taste. You can enjoy the unique flavors of Okinawa.
In addition, all of the vegetables are carefully grown in-house, and the dishes made with seasonal ingredients are luxurious, allowing you to directly experience the bounty of nature.
After enjoying the activities to your heart's content, recharge your energy with a nutritious meal! Please enjoy the deliciousness of ingredients grown in the great outdoors of Iriomote Island.
A spectacular sunset on Iriomote Island that will stay in your memory
You can enjoy the beautiful sunset along with the ocean that spreads out before you. As the sun slowly sinks into the sea at dusk, the sky and the water surface turn orange and pink, creating a fantastical sight.
Watching the sunset with the sound of the waves in the background in a tranquil environment surrounded by nature is a luxurious experience that can only be experienced on Iriomote Island. At the end of the day, take your time and enjoy the spectacular scenery created by nature.
After enjoying the activities and savoring the delicious Okinawan cuisine, relaxing on the terrace or on the beach watching the sunset is sure to become one of your memorable trip memories.
Pick-up plan
Enjoy the ocean of Iriomote Island! One-day boat trip (fishing & snorkeling)
From ¥ 18,000
/Elementary school students and above
All fishing equipment required for the tour and 3-piece snorkel rental set (mask, snorkel, fins) included
If the weather is good, you might even be able to stop by a nearby uninhabited island and see the beautiful ocean and coral reefs! Let's get excited!
Enjoy the great outdoors of Iriomote Island with this 1-day snorkeling and mangrove SUP course
From ¥ 17,500
/Elementary school students and above
If you can swim, go ahead and swim! (^^) Even if you are a beginner, you don't have to worry because you will receive a thorough instruction before entering.
If you're lucky, you might even see some sea turtles!
Canoe Touring Pinaisara Waterfall Basin & Snorkeling 1-Day Course
From ¥ 17,500
/Elementary school students and above
Hop on a canoe and head off on a jungle cruise! Let's take our time observing the great outdoors♪
We arrived at the base of Pinaisara Falls! The pinaisara falls, the highest in Okinawa at 55m, are very impressive! You can swim in the base of the falls!
After enjoying the mountains with kayaking and trekking, head to the sea around the popular Barasu Island by boat! The sea of Iriomote Island has beautiful coral reefs, and you can see many kinds of fish and, if you're lucky, even sea turtles.
Deluxe Room [1 night with 2 meals]
From ¥ 10,000
/Price per person when using one room for two people
A room with a great view of the ocean. Accommodates up to 4 adults.
The bathroom and toilet are separate, and the toilet is equipped with a washlet.
Store introduction
Activity
Snorkel
Even if you are a beginner or not good at swimming, you can swim with confidence because a guide will accompany you! Even if you are a beginner at snorkeling, you can swim with confidence!
Colorful coral reefs and fish will welcome you.
Fishing
Even beginners can enjoy fishing in the waters off Iriomote Island! The captain will choose the best fishing spot depending on the tide and sea conditions of the day. You can catch a wide variety of colorful fish!
Canoe
Hop on a canoe and head off on a jungle cruise! Let's take our time observing the beauty of nature.
trekking
Pinaisara, the tallest waterfall in Okinawa at 55m, is a spectacular sight!
SUP
We will leisurely paddle a SUP down the river lined with mangroves.
It's a very relaxing experience, allowing you to feel the nature of Iriomote Island firsthand.
Guest room
Deluxe room
A room with a great view of the ocean. Accommodates up to 4 adults.
The bathroom and toilet are separate, and the toilet is equipped with a washlet.
Standard room
This is the most popular room on the second floor. Recommended for those who want to enjoy Iriomote Island to the fullest and those who want to relax!
All rooms have a built-in bath (unit bath type).
Outdoor bathroom Japanese-style room
This type is popular with those who want to enjoy Iriomote Island at a reasonable price, those staying for a long time, and students. It can accommodate up to 3 people.
Shared bath and toilet
Cuisine
We aim to use ingredients from the island and home-grown vegetables in our dishes. Please enjoy Okinawan home cooking.
Appearance/Facilities
appearance
Setting sun
Location
Hatoma Island
Located on the north side of Iriomote Island, it can be reached in about 15 minutes by ferry from Uehara Port. The island is attractive for its beautiful, sparkling lapis lazuli sea, also known as Hatoma Blue. The island is small, with a circumference of about 4km, so you can get around by rental bicycle or on foot. Take a stroll through the untouched landscapes of the Yaeyama Islands.
Hatoma Island is home to beautiful coral reefs, making diving and snorkeling extremely popular activities. The waters of the island are some of the clearest in the Yaeyama Islands, and you'll find tropical fish, coral reefs, and other scenery unique to the tropics.
Barras Island
It is located about 10 minutes by ferry from Uehara Port on Iriomote Island. Barasu Island, which appears due to the ebb and flow of the tides, is a phantom island that is not on any maps! All that Barasu Island has is pure white coral sand and sparkling emerald green sea. You will feel like you are in paradise.
It's also a very popular snorkeling spot! You'll see colorful coral reefs and tropical fish right in front of you, and if you're lucky, you might even encounter sea turtles. At dusk, you can see the beautiful sight of the sun setting over the orange-hued ocean.
Pinaisara Falls
Boasting the largest drop in Okinawa Prefecture at 54m, in the Iriomote Island dialect "pinai" means "beard" and "sara" means "something that hangs down". It was named after its appearance that "hangs down like a beard". Canoe through the mangroves and trek through the jungle. When you arrive at the basin of the falls, you are sure to be healed by the negative ions! From above the falls, you can see the coral reefs of the Yaeyama Sea, Barasu Island and Hatoma Island.
Information
Minshuku Sawayakaso
| Address | 〒907-1541 10-448 Uehara, Yaeyama District, Okinawa Prefecture |
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| Access | 7 minutes by car from Uehara Port |
| TEL | 0980-85-6752 |
| Opening hours | Check-in 15:00 Check out 10:00 |
| Closed days | Open all year round *If we are closed, we will notify you on the information page at the top of the page. |
| Website | https://www.sawayakasou.com/ |
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| Points to note | To participate in a canoe tour, you will need to apply for the following: |
The attraction is that you can enjoy both accommodation and activities. You can enjoy the great nature unique to Iriomote Island, including a canoe tour to Pinaisara Falls, the highest waterfall in Okinawa Prefecture, snorkeling in the beautiful ocean with coral reefs, a boat tour where you can meet sea turtles, and even a fishing experience.
We also pride ourselves on serving Okinawan home cooking using local ingredients and home-grown vegetables. Enjoy a meal that fully captures the flavors of the island and leave your body and mind satisfied.
The beautiful sunset that can be seen from the inn is also a must-see. The fantastic sight of the sun setting into the sea coloring the sky and the water surface is a moving moment that is perfect for ending the day. Enjoy a special time at this guesthouse where you can enjoy relaxing accommodation and activities while surrounded by the nature of Iriomote Island.