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Japan remains Singaporeans' favorite travel hotspot — with 2024 already seeing record-breaking visitor numbers from the Lion City. Now, travelers have another compelling reason to visit as Okinawa prepares to unveil its spectacular new jungle-themed adventure park, Junglia, on July 25.
Spanning a massive 600,000 square meters across Yambaru's lush forests (built on a repurposed golf course), Junglia promises over 20 unique attractions blending adrenaline-pumping activities with relaxing nature experiences. From prehistoric encounters to breathtaking aerial views, this innovative park redefines tropical adventure tourism.
Thrills Above and Below the Canopy
The park's standout features include:
Dinosaur Safari: An immersive prehistoric expedition through animatronic-filled jungles
Horizon Balloon: A tethered hot air balloon offering 360-degree views of Okinawa's emerald landscapes
Aerial Challenge Course: Nine treetop obstacle points connected by swaying suspension bridges hovering 15 meters above ground
Tropical Buggy Trails: Off-road adventures through specially designed jungle routes
Spa Sanctuary Amidst the Wild
Spa Junglia transforms traditional Japanese onsen culture into a tropical retreat featuring: Infinity-edge baths overlooking virgin forests Volcanic limestone baths for mineral therapy Traditional saunas and cold plunge pools Private outdoor soaking tubs surrounded by native flora "We wanted to create harmony between exhilaration and relaxation," explains CEO Tsuyoshi Morioka in an exclusive preview. 70 Billion Yen Vision The S$627 million development capitalizes on Japan's tourism resurgence post-pandemic. Early projections suggest several thousand daily visitors during peak seasons. If successful, the developers plan to export their concept across Asia with scaled-down versions potentially coming to Taiwan and Indonesia within five years. Visitor Essentials: ・Day Pass: ¥8,000 (adults)/¥5,400 (children) ・Spa Access: ¥2,800 (adults)/¥1,700 (children) ・Special Events Calendar includes: - Jungle Splash Fest (water music festival) - Night Fest finale with fireworks displays Bookings open June via official website.
The full attraction list including seasonal events can be found at [official website]. For Singapore travelers planning summer getaways,Jung lia presents an exciting new option combining Japan 's renowned hospitality with Southeast Asian-style adventure tourism concepts . p >
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