[Okinawa, Ishigaki Island] Recommended for the winter season! Mangrove walk and wildlife hunting

Take a leisurely walk through the mangrove forests and tidal flats, surrounded by abundant nature, and search for wildlife! Ishigaki Island allows you to enjoy snorkeling all year round, but in the winter season, you're inevitably at the mercy of the weather, and many people worry about the cold. However, since you've come all the way to Ishigaki Island, you might want to experience nature and see some wildlife, or maybe even get some exercise! This is the perfect tour for you.

The true form of the mangroves and the creatures that live there can only be seen at low tide. Fiddler crabs, which hibernate during the winter season, emerge when the weather is warm. In addition, because the mangroves are connected to the sea, in the shallow waters you can observe goby fish such as the tontonmee (southern mudskipper), which moves across the surface like a ninja, as well as Okinawan pufferfish and transparent mangrove shrimp. Walking in this natural setting is also incredibly refreshing.

The most suitable footwear for walking on Ishigaki Island's tidal flats and beaches is "Gyosan," which are non-slip and sturdy. When walking on soft surfaces, your feet tend to sink slightly, so regular beach sandals may slip off easily or the thongs may come off. Crocs or marine shoes are also fine, but cleaning up the sand afterwards takes a bit of effort. Therefore, the only recommended footwear for Ishigaki Island (and Okinawa as a whole) is "Gyosan."