When it is low tide and the waves are calm, it is possible to cross between islands on foot.

Fruit trees and sugar canes were cultivated, and water buffaloes were raised.

The garden has gradually expanded over time to encompass most of the island.

The island is a popular tourist attraction to visitors of Iriomote because of its botanical garden and water buffalo cart rides.

[1] In 2017, approximately 201,600 tourist visited Yubu, with a peak day of 1,117.