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The carpet of light is a must-see space.
Popular "Yaeyama Firefly" viewing tourYaeyama fireflies, said to be the smallest fireflies in Japan, can be seen on Ishigaki Island!
If you are traveling to Ishigaki Island at this time of the yearIf you don't participate, you're missing out.☆ You will be speechless with emotion when you see the natural illumination.
What is Yaeyama firefly?
The Yaeyama firefly, one of the smallest fireflies in Japan (1m to 2m), is found only in the Yaeyama Islands and can be seen from February to June at the most on Ishigaki Island.
Fireflies in Honshu may have the image of flying over rivers in summer, but Yaeyama fireflies can be observed deep in the mountains in spring. Their lifespan is about two weeks.
Tears of emotion on a carpet of natural light☆.
On the Ishigaki Island firefly tour, the guide will not only talk about the knowledge of fireflies on Ishigaki Island, but also explain the culture, historical background, and nocturnal flora and fauna of Ishigaki Island in detail.
Why not watch the fantastic Yaeyama firefly dance show live, with hundreds of fireflies emitting light all at once?
NEW】Total number of participants exceeded 300,000!◆Free tour equipment rental included
◆Tour participant special page present
◆No cancellation fee until 6:00 p.m. one day prior to the date of participation - Reference Schedule
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Contents 18:00 Pick up in front of Ishigaki Port Terminal or in front of your hotel
→The detailed meeting time will be given when we call you to confirm your reservation the day before.18:15 Departure for the local field! 18:30 Arrive at local field
*Cell phones and other lights are strictly prohibited in firefly spots.18:45 Wait for the Yaeyama fireflies to start emitting light. 19:00 Activity Completion
→Those who meet locally will disperse on the spot. Others will return to the remote island terminal!19:30 Thank you for your hard work☆.
→We will take you to your hotel if you have a hotel pickup.*The above is a guide only.
May vary depending on the time of year. - Course Content and Details
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Price 1 person: 7,900 yen Fee includes Experience Fee,liability insuranceand sales tax, boots (in case of rain),Participant Benefits Page personal effects Comfortable clothing (long sleeves and long pants recommended)BeveragesTowel.socks Meeting and Dismissal Location In front of each hotel and Ishigakijima Island Terminal
We offer free pick-up service for guests staying in the southern area of Ishigaki Island (from ANA Intercontinental in the east to Fusaki Resort in the west). Please contact us if you stay in the central or northern part of the island.Location Guided tours to the best spots of the day Holding period February 15 - May 31
*Subject to change.Opening Hours 18:00 - 20:00 Age Range 3-65 years old Number of participants From 1 person Minimum number of participants More than 2 persons
If there are no other participants, the tour will be cancelled and a replacement tour will be offered.application deadline By 16:00 on the day of the tour *Before making a reservation, be sure toprecautionsfor more information.
Special note 》
*Meeting and dismissal times may vary depending on the season and field conditions on the day of the tour. The store will contact you the day before the tour to inform you of the meeting place and time.
*In firefly spotlights, objects that emit light (lights, smart phones, etc.) are strictly prohibited as they interfere with the fireflies' luminescence (courtship behavior). We ask for your cooperation in protecting fireflies.
*Tours arerain or shineThe tour will be cancelled in the event that it is determined that the field is unsafe. However, we reserve the right to cancel the tour if we deem the field to be unsafe.
*On safety standards,this way (direction close to the speaker or towards the speaker)We do not allow people who fall under the following conditions to participate in our tours. Please be sure to check.
Plan to be transferred in the event of cancellation due to inclement weather.
In the event that this plan is cancelled due to inclement weather, the following plan can be substituted.
- Frequently asked questions about this plan
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Q. What is the difference between the two?To what extent can you provide pick-up and drop-off services?
Southern part of Ishigaki Island(Fusaki Resort - ANA Intercontinental Resort) will provide free transportation. If you are coming from other areas, please contact us or use a rental car or local bus.."Ishigaki Port Terminal"Please gather at
Q. What is the difference between the two?What is the meeting place and time?It depends on the tour you are participating in and where you are staying. The store will call you the day before the tour to inform you of the meeting time and place.
Q. What is the difference between the two?Is there a place to leave my luggage?If the item is not too large, we will keep it in the pick-up truck and lock it during the tour.
Q. What is the difference between the two?Will the event be held even if it rains?The tour will be held even in the rain as long as safety is ensured. Except for special weather conditions such as typhoonsrain or shineThe field is a very good place to start. However, field conditions are subject to change due to various factors such as wind and waves as well as rain.
If these factors make the field unsafe on the day of the tour, we may cancel the tour even if the weather is clear. We ask for your understanding.
In case of tour cancellation, we will contact you.
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This is a popular plan with many highly rated reviews and many reservations throughout the year. We recommend it with confidence.
What is Tours Satisfaction Certification?
- Highly rated by customers who have experienced it.
- Undercover and other surveys have confirmed that the company provides a highly satisfactory experience.
- ︎A certain number of reservations per year via this site
| Amount of money |
1 person:7,900yen |
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| time zone | 18:00 - 20:00 |
| the time required | Approx. 1.5 hours |
| Holding period | February 15 - May 31 (subject to change) |
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