30 Spectacular Beaches in Ishigaki Island! Our local staff introduces you to the best beaches in Ishigaki Island from the hidden places to the popular standard beaches!
Table of Contents
- 1 Introducing the beaches by scene such as with children and swimming... 30 recommended beaches in Ishigaki Island!
- 2 Safe with children♪ Beach with excellent facilities
- 3 A beach where you can spend a relaxing time in a hole.
- 4 Beaches recommended for activities
- 5 Enjoy the peace and serenity of the horizon♪ Beach with beautiful sunset
- 6 Remote island beaches that can be enjoyed as a day trip from Ishigaki Island
- 7 summary
Introduction by scene such as with children, swimming, etc.â
30 recommended beaches in Ishigaki Island!
Ishigaki Island is dotted with many beaches where you can enjoy activities.
From the best beaches for snorkeling to quiet beaches, we will introduce 30 recommended beaches in Ishigaki Island with full of charm for each scene!
Safe with children♪ Beach with excellent facilities
Fusaki Beach
Fusaki Beach in front of Fusaki Resort Village overlooks Iriomote Island on the other side of the island.
The hotel's private beach, though,Can be used by non-guests without permission.It is nice to be able to
Lifesavers are on hand and protective nets are provided during the habu jellyfish season, making this a great place for families and friends traveling together!
Access: 35 minutes by car from Shin-Ishigaki Airport
Parking: Fat
Toilet and shower: Fat
Store: Fat
Rental items: Fat
⬇︎ Click here for recommended tours related to Husaki Beach.
Ishigaki Island Sunset Beach
Ishigakijima Sunset Beach is located in Kuura village in the northern part of Ishigaki Island. It is now maintained and is a paid beach available for a limited time.
Swimming is possible even at low tide, and it is also a good spot for snorkeling while viewing the coral reefs.
Access: Approximately 40 minutes by car from Shin-Ishigaki Airport
Parking: Fat
Toilet and shower: Fat
Store: Fat
Rental items: Fat
Maesato Beach
Maesato Beach is located in front of "ANA Intercontinental Ishigaki Resort".
At first glance, it looks like a private hotel beach, but it can be used by non-guests without permission.
Maesato Beach is conveniently located about 5 minutes by car from the city center, and is recommended for families and female travelers who want to enjoy the ocean in a safe and secure environment.
Access: 20 minutes by car from Shin-Ishigaki Airport
Parking: Fat
Toilet and shower: Fat
Store: Fat
Rental items: Fat
Minaminohama Artificial Beach
The closest beach from the city center in the Nannuhamacho Seaside Green Area in Ishigaki City is the Nannuhamacho Artificial Beach.
It is also a natural environment that one would not expect to find on an artificial beach, with seabirds laying eggs and large shrimp molting.
Convenience will be best since it is close to the city center and the park's parking lot is available.
Access: 28 minutes by car from Shin-Ishigaki Airport
Parking: Fat
Toilet and shower: Fat
Store: Fat
Rental items: Fat
⬇︎Click here for recommended tours related to Nannuhamacho Artificial Beach.
A beach where you can spend a relaxing time in a hole.
Ishizaki Coast
Ishizaki Beach is located near Kabira Ishizaki at the northwest end of Ishigaki Island. It is mainly used by guests of Club Med Ishigaki Island, so it is a quiet and quiet place to relax.
The scenery is great, and beachcombing with a view of the blue ocean is sure to be exceptional!
Access: Approximately 40 minutes by car from Shin-Ishigaki Airport
Parking: No (spaces available for parking)
Toilet and shower: No
Stores: None
Rental items: None
Nata Beach
Nata Beach" is formerly known as "Nagata Beach. Nagata Beach has a good view and offers a panoramic view of the horizon.
The fish are similar to those at the maitake coral point and the schooling point for debassel fish. Other migratory fish such as white tip may also be encountered.
Access: 20 minutes by car from Shin-Ishigaki Airport
Parking: No (spaces available for parking)
Toilet and shower: No
Stores: None
Rental items: None
Ohama Beach
Ohama Beach is located east of the city center, so it is best to visit early in the morning.Famous as a sunrise pointIt is.
Most users are mainly local residents walking with their families or jogging in the early morning.
Since it is little known to tourists and is not recommended as a beach, it is a recommended beach for those who want to relax.
Access: 15 minutes by car from the remote island terminal
Parking: ◯ (located in Sakihara Park)
Toilets and showers: △ (toilets are available in Sakihara Park)
Stores: None
Rental items: None
Tadahama Beach
Tadahama Beach stretches in front of Tada Utaki, and is covered with coral fragments and broken coral washed ashore.
It is a beach where many people go for a walk or barbecue because it is easily accessible from Ishigaki Island city, but please do not throw garbage on the beach because of "Utaki" which is a sacred place of worship for the local people.
Access: 10 minutes by car from the city center
Parking: None
Toilet and shower:
Stores: None
Rental items: None
Sakieda Beach
Sakieda Beach is located in the northwestern part of Ishigaki Island, extending to the east of Mikamizaki.
To get to the beach, you have to park your car and walk through the woods for about 5 minutes, but once you get there, you will be overwhelmed by the secluded beach.
Access: 30 minutes by car from Shin-Ishigaki Airport
Parking: Fat
Toilet and shower: No
Stores: None
Rental items: None
Akashi Beach
Akashi Beach is designated as Iriomote Ishigaki National Park, though,Ishigaki Island's largest long beach and spawning ground for sea turtlesThe beach is positioned as a hidden gem by those in the know.
If your timing is right, you can watch them paragliding and enjoy the view from the beach as they gracefully soar overhead.
Access: 45 minutes by car from Shin-Ishigaki Airport
Parking: None
Toilet and shower: No
Stores: None
Rental items: None
Crystal Beach
Secret natural beach where crystals can be collectedCrystal Beach, known for its beautiful seashore, is the island's best-kept secret.
The view of Mt. Omotodake behind the beach makes it an interesting place to view both the ocean and the mountains.
Access: 25 minutes by car from Shin-Ishigaki Airport
Parking: None
Toilet and shower: No
Stores: None
Rental items: None
Kabira Tabaggar
Hirakawa Tabagar is famous as a little-known beach in the northwestern part of Ishigaki Island. In recent years,Handmade swings look great on SNSThen it is becoming popular.
Locals often visit the area for fishing, and there are various ways to enjoy fishing, such as beach fishing or fishing on a SUP.
Access: 35 minutes by car from Shin-Ishigaki Airport
Parking: None
Toilet and shower: No
Stores: None
Rental items: None
Hirano Beach
The northernmost beach of Ishigaki Islandis Plain Beach. It is unmanaged and has no nets or other controls.
Plain beach is a good place to catch squid, so if you like squid fishing, I recommend stopping by on your drive.
Access: 45 minutes by car from Shin-Ishigaki Airport
Parking: Fat
Toilet and shower: No
Stores: None
Rental items: None
Urasaki Beach
Also known as "Urasaki's Paradise Sea Pool," this spot is like a natural swimming pool.
There are not many people here, so you can relax and enjoy the beautiful view of the sea with its contrast of pale blue and group blue. This is a highly addictive spot to visit, so be sure to pay a visit.
Access: 40 minutes by car from Shin-Ishigaki Airport + 20 minutes on foot
Parking: ◯ (Hirano Beach parking lot)
Toilet and shower: No
Stores: None
Rental items: None
Beach of Nabre
Nabure-no-hama is a secluded beach located on Route 79 northward from Ishigaki City toward Yarabuzaki.
There are no signs, etc. It is difficult to find, but if you see a small tree painted in red, that is the entrance to the beach.
The waves are rough, so it is a busy, small beach with ogies coming to catch small fish with cast nets and fishing, and surfers.
Access: 35 minutes by car from Shin-Ishigaki Airport
Parking: None
Toilet and shower: No
Stores: None
Rental items: None
Shiraho Coast
Shiraho Beach, located in the southeastern part of Ishigaki Island, is known for its large colonies of rare corals.
A leisurely stroll is recommended, but please be careful with your footing as the coral sand beach is extensive.
To enjoy the charm of Shiraho Beach to the fullest, it is best to admire the coral not only from the shore but also from underwater, such as by snorkeling.
Access: 5 minutes by car from Shin-Ishigaki Airport
Parking: None
Toilet and shower: No
Stores: None
Rental items: None
⬇︎ Click here for recommended tours related to Shiraho Coast
Beaches recommended for activities
Yonehara Beach
Located near the Yaeyama palm colony, Yonehara Beach has a rustic atmosphere that stretches in front of the camp site of Yonehara Campground.
Even if you are not a confident swimmer, you can enjoy snorkeling because there is a coral reef colony not far from the beach where you can see tropical fish of all sizes swimming freely.
It is also located not far from Yonehara BeachMany activities and tours are available at the Blue CaveThe following is a summary of the results of the survey.
Especially the Blue Cave snorkeling is one of the most popular in Ishigaki Island. (You have to take a tour to the Blue Cave.)
Access: 30 minutes by car from Shin-Ishigaki Airport
Parking: Fat
Toilet and shower: Fat
Store: Fat
Rental items: Fat
Click here for ⬇︎ recommended blue cave tours.
Shani-Shani Beach
Shani Shani Beach is a popular beach for snorkeling and many other marine activities.
The clear waters and curving coastline are beautiful and the waves are calm, and coral and other living creatures are abundant.
On fine days, you can see the remote islands of Taketomi Island, Iriomote Island, and Kohama Island from the beach.
Access: 30 minutes by car from Shin-Ishigaki Airport
Parking: Fat
Toilet and shower: Fat
Store: Fat
Rental items: None
Osaki Beach
Osaki Beach, the westernmost beach on Ishigaki Island, has beautiful, clear waters and beaches.
You will feel as if you have the beautiful beach all to yourself, so you can enjoy fishing at a leisurely pace.
However, please note that this is an unspoiled beach, and there are no lifeguards or nets.
Access: 30 minutes by car from Ishigakijima Island Terminal
Parking: Fat
Toilet and shower: No
Stores: None
Rental items: None
Edna Beach
It is similar to the white sandy beach often heard of in Ishigaki Island, but as for the sandy beach of Ituna Beach, it is characterized by its redness.
You can actually see it when you visit, but it is not so distinguishable as to be called "red! It is not so easy to tell the difference between the two, but you can tell the difference by the "redness" of the white sand.
The waves are calm and many people are enjoying SUP and snorkeling.
Access: 25 minutes by car from Shin-Ishigaki Airport
Parking: Fat
Toilet and shower: No
Stores: △ (vending machines available)
Rental items: None
Hermit Crab Beach
Emerald green extends from the beach,Hadorikari Beach is near the Blue CaveThe company is located in the
As the name suggests, Hermit Crab Beach is a secret spot where many Hermit Crabs live and star sand can be collected.
It is also the beach to go to the Blue Cave, but it has as many attractions as the standard beaches, just not as well known.
Access: 25 minutes by car from Shin-Ishigaki Airport
Parking: Fat
Toilet and shower: No
Stores: △ (vending machines available)
Rental items: None
Kabila Beach
It is the beach of "Club Med Ishigaki" hotel located at the tip of the cape and is a private beach that only guests are allowed to enter!
With activities included in the room rate, this is a great beach to enjoy snorkeling, marine sports, and a wide variety of other activities to your heart's content.
Access: Approximately 40 minutes by car from Shin-Ishigaki Airport
Parking: ◯ (hotel parking lot)
Toilet and shower: Fat
Store: Fat
Rental items: Fat
♪ Enjoy the peace and quiet overlooking the horizon ♪
Beach with beautiful sunset
Sukuji Beach
Sukuji Beach, with its beautiful crescent shape, is a picturesque beach that is perfect for taking photos for social networking sites.
The bay's location in the middle of the bay means that the water is shallow and the waves are calm, and protective nets are provided during the habu jellyfish season, making it safe for swimming with small children!
If you bring your own snorkeling gear, you can see tropical fish swimming in the shallows.
Access: 40 minutes by car from Ishigaki Airport
Parking: Fat
Toilet and shower: Fat
Store: Fat
Rental items: None
Kannon Beach
Kannon Beach is located at the southwestern tip of Ishigaki Island and is a beautiful spot marked by the Ryukyu Kannonzaki Lighthouse.
This beach is known as one of the best sunset spots on Ishigaki Island, and the pavilion made of traditional Okinawan red tiles is the perfect place to relax and watch the sunset.
Access: 35 minutes by car from Ishigaki Airport
Parking: Fat
Toilet and shower: △ (toilet only)
Store: Fat
Rental items: Fat
Remote island beaches that can be enjoyed as a day trip from Ishigaki Island
Iriomotejima】Hoshisuna Beach
Iriomote Island can be reached by ferry from Ishigaki Island in about 40 to 50 minutes. Hoshi-suna Beach is attractive from the fact that it can be reached by a day trip, but the beach here isMost popular in Iriomote IslandThe beach is said to have
The reason for its popularity is that the shallow water allows even small children to go there, and many fish can be seen even in knee-deep water.
Combined snorkeling and SUP or canoeing tours are very popular.
Access: 10 minutes by car from Uehara Port
Parking: Fat
Toilet and shower: Fat
Store: Fat
Rental items: Fat
⬇︎Tickets to Iriomote Island and back are also available at Tours♪
Iriomote Island] Ida beach
Ida no Hama is an unexplored beach called "land island" in Iriomote Island, and is a special place accessible only by boat.
In the crystal clear waters, not only can you see beautiful tropical fish while snorkeling, but if you are lucky, you may also encounter sea turtles.
There are vending machines and cafes in the village, but it is recommended to prepare and bring your own drinks and food near Shirahama Port.
Access:Uehara Port→Shirahama Port (20 minutes by car) →Funauki (10 minutes by boat)
Parking: None
Toilet and shower: No
Stores: None
Rental items: None
Taketomi Island】Kondoi Beach
Kondoi Beach, located on the west side of Taketomi Island, is popular as a safe beach for children to play on because of its shallow white sand.
At low tide, visitors can walk to the sand islands that appear offshore for a special experience.
Access: 5 min. by car from Taketomi Port → island route bus
Parking: Fat
Toilet and shower: Fat
Stores: None
Rental items: None
⬇︎ Tours also offers round-trip tickets to Taketomi Island♪
Kohama Island] Tumar Beach
Tumar Beach, a 5-minute walk from Obama Port, is a hole-in-the-wall beach with pristine nature, perfect for day-trip sightseeing♪
Tumar means "sea" in the island dialect, and is also known locally as "Yaramasu Beach.
The clear waters and shallow waters are not suitable for marine sports, but they are perfect for family water sports and walks.
Access: 5 minutes on foot from Obama Port
Parking: Fat
Toilet and shower: Fat
Stores: None
Rental items: None
⬇︎Tickets to Kohama Island and back are also available at Tours♪
Hamashima (Phantom Island)
Hamashima is located between Kohama Island and Taketomi Island,A "phantom island" because it appears only at low tide.It is known as the
To visit this special island, you must take a boat operated by a tour company.
Surrounded by the 360-degree emerald blue ocean, visitors can enjoy snorkeling and swimming. The shallow waters around the beach make it safe for children to play.
Access: 20-30 minutes by boat from Ishigaki Island
Parking: None
Toilet and shower: No
Stores: None
Rental items: None
⬇︎Here is a recommended tour of Hamashima
summary
Have you found the spot you want to play among the beaches of Ishigaki Island?
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