Kanbire Falls
カンビレーの滝24°21′ N 123°48′ EWaterfallGood with kids
Kanbire Falls is a 200 m run of low, wide cascades on Iriomote's Urauchi River, about 250 m upstream of Mariyudu Falls, whose name is said to mean 'seat of the gods'.
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Kanbire spreads sideways: the river runs broad and shallow down a staircase of sandstone for about 200 m, over rocks pitted with round potholes. The Taketomi Town tourism association says the name means 'seat of the gods' and that the gods of 15 places on Iriomote gathered here to decide how to make the island. It lies about 250 m above Mariyudu on the same trail, and the boat package takes in both.
Treat the rocks as part of a sacred place, and keep to the trail; the island's rules ask visitors to leave plants and animals where they are.
Worth knowing
- Stay away from the river after heavy rain or a weather warning, as the island's rules advise.
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What does Kanbire mean?
The Taketomi Town tourism association says Kanbire means 'seat of the gods'. In local tradition the gods of 15 places on Iriomote met at Kanbire Falls to plan the island.
How far is Kanbire Falls from Mariyudu Falls?
About 250 m. Kanbire Falls lies upstream of Mariyudu on the same trail from the Urauchi River boat landing.
How much does Kanbire Falls cost?
Adult entry to Kanbire Falls costs ¥3,500 (Reached on Urauchi Kanko's boat-and-walk package with Mariyudu Falls, ¥3,500 adult as listed on its site, which carries no year (checked October 2026)).
How long do you need at Kanbire Falls?
Plan about 3.5 hours at Kanbire Falls.
Can you get to Kanbire Falls by bike?
Leave the bike at the Urauchi River jetty on Route 215.
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