Where To Stream Journeys in Japan Season 2012 Episode 22
Pristine Paradise - Iriomote, Okinawa
- Aired June 12, 2012
- 30 Min
Lana Bergmann visits the island of Iriomote-jima, one of the Yaeyama Islands in the southwestern end of the country. With subtropical virgin forests that cover about 90 percent of the island and several rare species of animals found there, Iriomote-jima is viewed as a highly important place from an academic viewpoint in addition to being popular for eco-tours. Lana first participates in a kayaking tour through Japan's largest mangrove forest and learns about plants and animals in the tidal...