Manko Park (Kohagura Side)

Interesting range of birds

This well presented bird centre has English language guides and excellent viewing spots. Being able to see 2 endangered species close by was a real pleasure

First Ramsar site in Okinawa!

First of all, is free of charge. Second of all , Manko is the 11th wetland in Japan and the first in Okinawa to be designated under the Ramsar list of wetlands of international importance. Third of a...

Teeming with Wildlife

If you are into nature and wildlife photography, this is one of the best places to bring your camera. I visit this attraction, several times a year and always enjoy my stay. The staff are courteous th...

A park facing the marsh where the cherry blossom festival is held

Original Text

The area where the Kokuba River and the Raoba River meet is a wide tidal flat and is called Manko, and the park with walking paths on both banks of the lake is Manko Park. It is a famous place for cold cherry blossoms, and the "Sakura Festival" is held when the cherry blossoms are in bloom. The bridge connecting both banks is Naruyu Bridge, Naha City and Toyomijo City, and Manko Park is also located in both cities.

Manhu

Original Text

I headed to Okinawa Gokoku Shrine to express my gratitude to the spirits. I saw Manko on my way home. The book was opened right next to Gokoku Shrine. According to Okinawa, it is Nessie of Lake Ness and Pussy of Lake Manko.