A new nature-immersive theme park, Junglia Okinawa, has opened in Okinawa, Japan, offering visitors the chance to experience cutting-edge attractions and family-friendly entertainment.

Set in the heart of the prefecture's Yambaru Forest, the park showcases the northern part of the Yambaru area, famous for its UNESCO World Heritage status and breathtaking natural landscape.

Developed by Japan Entertainment Inc and built on the site of a former golf course, Junglia Okinawa's design and concept is heavily inspired by the region's spectacular subtropical rainforests. It offers an exciting blend of thrill-seeking rides, luxury experiences and immersive activities that highlight the park's natural surroundings.

Stand-out attractions include Horizon Balloon, a hot-air balloon ride where guests can take in spectacular 360-degree vistas of the verdant green forests and emerald-green seas below. Also, Dinosaur Safari on a jeep ride through a jungle filled with 20 life-sized dinosaurs, and a tree-top trekking experience across a jungle suspension bridge.

Then there is the adrenaline-pumping Sky Phoenix, which offers the sensation of flying, and the Gravity Drop, whose name pretty much describes what you get.

A luxurious spa is available on site, featuring outdoor infinity pools overlooking lush forests and mountains, a calcium bath, cave bath, natural hot springs and sauna. 

The park's Panorama Dining restaurant (pictured above) serves an array of Okinawan foods and features nest-like seating areas perched above the tree line overlooking the park. Other dining options include Wild Banquet, an outdoor area of the park surrounded by brightly coloured tropical plants where guests can enjoy an alfresco menu of local specialities grilled to order in a live theatre-style kitchen.

Junglia Okinawa is located 1.5 hours north of Naha Airport. It can be accessed via car with parking available on site and shuttle buses will be in operation from partner hotels. Tickets can be purchased online or on arrival from the park's ticket booths. 

The Yambaru Forest is a distinctive area in the north of Okinawa's main island, rich with subtropical evergreen forests, mangroves and limestone mountains. It is a perfect destination for nature enthusiasts, with an abundance of activities available such as hiking, canoeing, kayaking, excursions to secluded beaches and wildlife watching.

It was a deliberate strategy of the developers to locate the park in northern Okinawa, as a means of boosting tourist numbers in the area. Unlike south and central Okinawa, which contain the capital Naha and the resort town of Onna, the north has remained largely unnoticed until now.

Visitor Information

Location:
553-1 Gogayama, Nakijin-son, Kunigami-gun, Okinawa Prefecture

Park & Ticket Information:
The park offers several ticket options.

1-Day Ticket:
Adult: 8,000 yen
Child (4-11): 5,400 yen

Park & Spa 1-Day Ticket (with ¥500 food coupon):
Adult: 10,800 yen
Child (4-11): 7,100 yen

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