Ishigaki Island's early morning is full of charm♪ Introducing the virtue of waking up early!
Table of Contents
- 1 Should I get up early in the morning on Ishigaki Island?
- 2 5 Advantages of getting up early in the morning on a trip to Ishigaki Island
- 3 Privilege for hotel guests! Take an early morning tour of Ishigaki Island!
- 4 Recommended for early morning in Ishigaki Island! 5 activities you must not miss!
- 5 7 famous breakfast restaurants open early in the morning
- 6 5 recommended sightseeing spots in Ishigaki Island early in the morning
- 7 You must take a ferry from Ishigaki Island to each remote island! Let's buy a ferry ticket in advance!
- 8 About Ishigaki Island Early Morning Tour Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
- 9 summary
Should I get up early in the morning on Ishigaki Island?
The long-awaited trip to Ishigaki Island. How do you plan to spend your morning in Ishigaki Island? It is good to relax,You can only experience it in the morning.There is also a lot to do!
In this article, we will introduce the reasons to get up early in the morning and recommended early morning activities to play in Ishigaki Island. I hope you will have the best trip by using your early morning time in a meaningful way!
◆To learn about popular gourmet restaurants that are open from morning
Those who want to enjoy the spectacular sunrise view unique to Ishigaki Island.
◆For those who want to avoid the crowds and enjoy activities early in the morning at a leisurely pace
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5 Advantages of getting up early in the morning on a trip to Ishigaki Island
This will make you want to wake up early when you come to Ishigaki, even if you are not an early riser!No doubt!
Please continue reading to find out more!
(1) Fewer people in the morning hours, even during peak season.
Not that many people get up early in the morning, no matter how much they travel.
It is not easy to book tours during peak season because they are so popular and fill up quickly, but early morning hours are a great time to do so.May be possible even at the last minute, such as the day beforeThe following is a list of the most common problems with the
And if it is early in the morning, there are fewer participants.Can be rented out.It is available and allows you to slow down and adjust to your own pace. For this reason, regular customers and those accustomed to traveling often take early morning tours.
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(2) Ishigaki Island is one of the best places to enjoy the sunrise.
The best thing about early mornings is that they are the best time of day.half-melon shaped bun (term used in the Chugoku area)Sunrise is the most popular time of the day. Sunrise is compared to sunset.The air is clear and the sun is very beautifulIt appears to be
You can also hear the wake-up call of birds and other birds that give you energy in the morning. You can also go to a hole-in-the-wall spot where you can see the sunrise.
(3) You can feel the morning calm.
Asanagi (morning calm) appears in the morning in coastal areas such as Ishigaki Island.calm conditionHowever, mornings on Ishigaki Island are very pleasant because there is almost no wind.
It is so nice to watch the sunrise in no wind. Start your day on top of a mountain or on a beach, feeling the morning calm!
(4) Sunburn can also be controlled.
Naturally, the ground is still cold in the early morning, so there is little sunlight, which is said to be nearly five times that of the mainland Japan.Sunburn ResistanceIt is.
For those who want to minimize sun exposureTake an early morning tourIt's also nice to have a cup of coffee or sampincha outside. At this time of the day when the sunlight feels comfortable, sampincha and coffee outside are irresistible!
5) Breakfast tastes good.
Early morning activities areNot that hard.The tours are all non-tiring.
After a good workout before breakfast, return to the hotel, where breakfast awaits you.It's a great way to start the day!
Eating "Onisasa", a specialty of Ishigaki Island, is also recommended!
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Privileges for guests!
Take an early morning tour of Ishigaki Island!
On Ishigaki IslandMorning tours are highly recommended!The biggest reason is the clean air! The biggest reason is the clean air!
Because there is no sand or dust yet, the air is very clear and you can see far into the distance. Also, the morning in Ishigaki Island is just like a resort area.Very quiet and soothing.The following is a list of the most common problems with the
Please wake up a little earlier than usual on your trip to Ishigaki Island.Healing & Retreat TimeTaste the
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Directions for early morning tours
Early morning tours are basicallyTransportation to and from your hotel is included.In many cases, you can even sleep in the morning if you want to. Also, most of the activities can be done in light clothing, so you don't have to be tired.
If you can get up a little earlier than usual, leave the rest to your guide!
Early morning on Ishigaki Island with pick-up and drop-off
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Recommended for early morning on Ishigaki Island!
5 activities that you must not miss
Now that you have had enough of the early morning goodness, here are five activities we recommend.
Because it is early in the morning, the tour will be full of goodness. Even if you rub your sleepy eyes.Worth attending.We have selected the following items for your reference!
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Sunrise mangrove SUP to feel the morning sun
Starting from the dark and quiet mangrove river in the early morning, you can enjoy SUP as the river gradually becomes brighter in the sunlight.Drifting gracefully alongIt is a great way to experience the atmosphere.
You can only enjoy the time paddling in the quiet brackish water by SUP in the early morning. This tour is perfect for the best day in Ishigaki!
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Relax and watch the sunrise.
mangrove canoe
Early morning canoeing in the mangroves is a tranquil nature experience.Calm timeIt is a luxurious experience where you can spend
The sunlight and shadows of the trees on the water are fantastic,Refresh your mind and bodyLet them do it. Observing the mangrove ecosystem as you paddle your canoe, you will be impressed by the variety of living creatures and birds that come to life.
Start a new day from this peaceful space!
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Early morning charter fishing tours
Even on the day you leave, it's okay.!!! Also recommended for those who don't have enough fun and want something to do before their noon flight!
If you fish early in the morning, you will not get wet and can return to your hotel around 7:00 AM. We won't be on a boat.No worries about seasickness.You can join us even if you are a beginner! Even beginners can join the tour with ease as the guide will teach you from the beginning.
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Early morning retreat tours
If you want to see the sunrise, this is the place to go! Before the sun has yet to rise.Go to the beach to watch the sunrise before dawn.Go and watch the sunrise over a cup of sampincha tea.
Then we hike through the jungle to observe the flora and fauna of the waking world. This tour activity is perfect for families and those who want to take pictures, as even small children can participate and be satisfied. After the tour.Refresh your mind and bodyYou can enjoy a retreat time where you can
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Early morning] Yoga
Yoga while feeling the great nature of Ishigaki Island is,Superb healing timeIt is.
We also offer private forest walk and forest bathing yoga plans such as relaxing Hatha yoga in the early morning, sunset yoga at the beautiful and peaceful sunset, and yoga after enjoying a walk in the great nature of Ishigaki Island while listening to the sounds of wildlife and the wind.
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7 famous breakfast restaurants open early in the morning
After exercising in the early morning activities, enjoy a unique island breakfast.Charge energyLet's do it.
From long-established establishments loved by locals to fashionable cafes that look great in photos, here are some recommendations for places that are open from morning!
(1) Chinen Shokai
Ishigaki Island's famous "Gelidium japonicum (species of seaweed)Known as the birthplace of the "Mere Old Man," the store is open from 7:00 a.m.
The self-service style of putting fried sasami and rice balls in a plastic bag and combining them with your favorite sauce is very popular among tourists.
The entire menu is available for take-out,Go straight to the beach.It's great to head out and eat by the sea♪
Access: 20 minutes by car from Shin-Ishigakijima Airport
Hours of operation: 7:00-19:00
Closed: No holidays (open all year round)
(2) Tofu Higa
Surrounded by sugar cane fields,Queue from 6:30 a.m.The store specializes in the extremely popular yushi-dofu (boiled bean curd), which can sometimes be found in the area with a large number of customers.
Freshly made, fluffy and warm Yushi Tofu gently soaks into your body and soothes the fatigue of early risers.
We also sell tofu to-go, but we'd love toOpen and airyTry it freshly prepared on the restaurant's terrace!
Access: 20 minutes by car from Shin-Ishigakijima Airport
Business hours: 6:30 - 15:00 (close when sold out)
Closed: Sunday
(iii) Art Hotel Ishigakijima "Doug's Coffee
It is a specialty coffee shop that opens from 8:00 a.m. in the morning in Art Hotel Ishigaki Island located on a hill in the city center.
It is known as a coffee shop born from a burger store that originated in Miyako Island, along with a cup of aromatic coffee,Hotel's special sweetsand enjoy.
Calm down post-activity excitement in the hotel's serene settingLuxurious morning timeYou can spend your time in the
Access: 25 minutes by car from Shin-Ishigakijima Airport
Business hours: 8:00-11:00/14:00-18:00
Closed: No holidays (open all year round)
(4) morning to noon meal
Located near Ishigaki Port Remote Island Terminal,7:00 AM.It is a strong ally after early morning activities, serving hearty set meals.
Ishigaki beef soup, pork egg, etc,Okinawan-style menuis abundant, and a warm, homey breakfast will get your day off to an energetic start.
Since the restaurant also sells boxed lunches and offers take-out, it is ideal not only for relaxing in the restaurant, but also for enjoying on board a ship heading directly to a remote island!
Access: 30 minutes by car from Shin-Ishigakijima Airport
Hours: 7:00 - 15:00 (open until 14:00 on Sundays and holidays)
Closed: No holidays
5) SEVEN BELLS
Located in Tonoshiro, Ishigaki City,Popular BakeriesThe restaurant is open from 7:00 a.m. in the morning at
The store is lined with a wide variety of freshly baked breads, from prepared breads to sweet breads, and the high quality andReasonable priceis attractive.
Perfect for taking out and heading straight to the beach, it is one of the island's leading bakeries, crowded from early morning with people in search of delicious bread!
Access: 25 minutes by car from Shin-Ishigakijima Airport
Hours of operation: 7:00 - 16:00
Closed: Thursday and Sunday
6) WILL KELI CAFE
Located in a quiet area of Maesato, Ishigaki City,Stylish appearanceis an eye-catching café, open from 7:00 a.m.
This is the perfect spot to plan your day while enjoying a hearty croissant sandwich and a specialty drink in the bright morning light.
Since the entire menu is available for takeout, we recommend that you bring it to the nearby Maesato Beach and enjoy a luxurious breakfast while gazing at the ocean.
Access: 20 minutes by car from Shin-Ishigakijima Airport
Hours of operation: 7:00-17:00
Closed: No holidays
⑦KLATCH COFFEE
Located in the heart of the city center, the home-roastedAuthentic coffeeThis coffee stand has a modern atmosphere where you can enjoy a
Sandwiches and baked goods that go well with coffee.light mealThe restaurant also offers a wide variety of food and beverages, and you can spend a relaxing morning in the calm and peaceful atmosphere.
All drinks and food are available for take-out, so we recommend going for a walk to the harbor or beach with a cup of coffee in hand!
Access: 25 minutes by car from Shin-Ishigakijima Airport
Hours of operation: 7:00-17:00
Closed: No holidays
5 recommended sightseeing spots in Ishigaki Island early in the morning
Early morning on Ishigaki Island is a harmony of natural beauty and serenity.Special TimeThe following is a list of the most common problems with the
There are numerous tourist spots where you can enjoy its charms to the fullest. In this issue, we will introduce you to some of them.Selected Early Morning Sightseeing Spots in Ishigaki IslandHere are five.
We recommend renting a car to get to the recommended sightseeing spots in the early morning.
↓Car rental information can be found here.
(1) Southern Gate Bridge
It connects Nannuhama Town, a reclaimed land located in the southeastern part of Ishigaki Island,Bridge representing Ishigaki IslandIt is.
One side of the road is paved and can be crossed on foot. Sunrise, sunset, and starry sky views.One of the most beautiful spots on the islandIt is.
5 minutes walk from the city centerYou can start your trip with a walk to watch the sunrise over Ishigaki Island from the top of the Southern Gate Bridge before breakfast.
Access: 5 min. by car from Remote Island Terminal, 30 min. by car from Ishigaki Airport
(2) Ohama Beach
Ohama Beach is located 15 minutes by car from the remote island terminal.Very accessible beachIt is.
Located on the east coast of Ishigaki Island, it is a famous spot to appreciate the sunrise. The seawall is well maintained and often visited by locals who take a walk in the morning. Depending on the time of the year, you may be able to see the Southern Cross at night, which is said to be invisible in the northern hemisphere.
A popular spot to enjoy both morning and nightIt is.
Access: 15 minutes by car from the Terminal, 15 minutes by car from Ishigaki Airport
Parking: Available
Tamatorizaki Observatory
Tamasaki Observatory is an observatory located on a small hill in the northeast of Ishigaki Island.You can see the beautiful sea of Ishigaki Island stretching to the horizon.The following is a list of the most common problems with the
Ishigaki Island where you can enjoy the sunrise rising from the horizon.Top class sunrise spotIt is also known as Start your day off on the best note by soaking up the morning sun with your whole body and clearing your mind.
Access: 40 minutes by car from the Remote Island Terminal, 25 minutes by car from Shin-Ishigaki Airport
Parking: Available
Facilities: Restrooms, vending machines
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(4) Mt. Nosoko Observatory
Nosodake (Nosoko Marpei)," 282 meters above sea level, is one of the best places in Ishigaki Island where you can see a 360-degree panoramic view from the top of the mountain.scenic spotIt is.
You can enjoy a beautiful view from near the observatory, but if you climb a little higher in the early morning, you can enjoy an unobstructed view of the divine sunrise rising from the eastern horizon.
It is worth getting up early to see the sunrise illuminate the mangrove-fringed bay and the emerald green sea.Impressive beautyÂ
Access: 40 minutes by car from the remote island terminal, 25 minutes by car from Ishigaki Airport
(5) Inoda Fishing Port
Inoda Fishing Port in Ishigaki Island is popular as a fishing spot and sunrise spot. Because it is a fishing port, there are few tourists, so you can enjoy the beautiful sunrise.It's a great way to have it all to yourself!Oh my god!!!
The morning sea is so clear that you can observe fish swimming from land.
Access: 30 minutes by car from the remote island terminal, 15 minutes by car from Ishigakijima Airport
Parking: Available
Must take a boat from Ishigaki Island to each remote island.
Buy your ferry tickets in advance!
To access each remote island (Iriomotejima/Taketomijima/Kohamajima/Kuroshima/Hatomajima) from Ishigakijima Remote Islands Terminal,Ferry boarding is required.It is.
At Ishigaki Island Tours, you can purchase ferry tickets in advance and check the latest ferry timetable and operation status! Please check it out before your trip!
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Ishigaki Island Early Morning Sightseeing
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Popular sunrise SUPs, for example, may be booked even a day in advance, but since transportation needs to be arranged, reservations should be made at least 2 to 3 days in advance to be sure! Especially during peak season, early check is recommended☆.
The best time to visit is between 6:30 and 7:00, right after the restaurant opens. After 8:00, the number of tourists begins to increase and some menu items are sold out, so it is best to get a head start before the activity starts.
It depends on the weather, but on calm days in Ishigaki Island, there is a high probability of experiencing it. Especially mangrove area is less affected by wind, so if you want to enjoy the mirror-like surface of the water, mangrove tour is the best choice!
summary
How was your early morning in Ishigaki Island? In this article, we introduced the advantages of getting up early in the morning and recommended early morning activities.
You can do it even on the day of your return flight.For those who don't play enoughLet's have fun! Let's make full use of the limited travel time and enjoy Ishigaki Island!
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