15 Spectacular Spots on Ishigaki Island
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Ishigaki Island is a treasure chest of scenic spots
Ishigaki Island, which is less than an hour's flight from the main island of Okinawa, offers not only the ocean, but also various scenic spots such as rivers, mountains, and parks.
Some of them are registered as natural monuments, attracting many tourists from outside the prefecture and abroad.A treasure trove of truly spectacular spotsIt is.
In this issue, we would like to introduce some of the best spots with spectacular views. We hope you will find them useful for your future trips.
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15 Spectacular Spots on Ishigaki Island
1) Kabira Bay
The most famous beach in Ishigaki Island is Kabira Bay. The clear blue ocean water is commonly known as "Kabira Blue" and attracts many tourists.
Its beauty is such that it was awarded three stars in the Michelin Green Guide Japan.
Furthermore, it has been selected as one of the 100 most scenic spots in Japan, and is a superb view endorsed by the government.
In Kabira Bay, you can take a canoe cruise or a glass boat for a scenic experience.
In addition, there is a rock called "Dating Rock" as a power spot for romance, which attracts many couples.
It is a spectacular spot popular with a wide range of tourists, including families and couples.
Buses are available from the airport, making it easy to visit.
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(2) River of Blow-offs
The Fukidori River is a mangrove-strewn river.
The surrounding hirugi community is designated as a national natural treasure and attracts many tourists because there are few natural mangroves in Japan today.
It is an Instagram-worthy spot, and many photographers visit to capture its natural wilderness in their photos.
Like Kabira Bay, the Fukidori River also offers kayaking and SUP experiences through the mangroves.
Various courses are available, including mangrove canoeing, blue cave boat snorkeling, and sunset tours.
It is a very rare experience unless you come to Ishigaki Island, so why don't you give it a try?
Even if you have no experience, instructors are available to teach you in detail.
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(iii) Mt. Nosoko
The spectacular view of Ishigaki Island is not only from the sea and rivers. You can also see the spectacular view from the top of the mountain.
Especially from Mt. Nosoko, which is designated as a national park, you can see mangroves and the clear blue sea!The following is a list of the most common problems with the
It is not too much to say that it is the only view in Ishigaki Island. The elevation is not high at 284m, and there are two types of climbing courses.
One is a 15-minute course. Anyone can easily climb to the top, as you can drive to around the 8th station.
The other is a 45-minute trekking course that climbs from the foot of the mountain via the Nosoko Forest Road.
If you enjoy mountain climbing, you will probably enjoy this course more.
It is also famous for the story of the tragic heroine "Ma Pei" and is recommended as a power spot for romance.
In fact, many couples visit.
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(4) Arakawa Falls
Arakawa Falls is a waterfall that is 3~4 meters high downstream and 10 meters high upstream.
It is the only waterfall in Ishigaki Island and attracts many tourists for climbing, playing in the water, and taking pictures.
A mangrove forest grows near the waterfall, allowing visitors to experience the great outdoors.
You may want to get away from the hustle and bustle of the city and spend some relaxing time in the great nature of Ishigaki Island to relieve your stress.
It is a spectacular spot where you can return to your childhood.
There is also the famous Blue Cave nearby, so why not visit it as well?
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(5) Banna Park
Banna Park is located in the center of Ishigaki Island.
It has a circumference of 8 km,The largest park in Ishigaki IslandIt is.
The park is divided into five zones, each with its own characteristics, including a zone where visitors can enjoy the starry sky at the observatory and a zone with an insect museum and botanical garden.
There is also a zone with athletic activities for children,Families can play all day long!I'm not sure.
Tours in Banna Park, such as subtropical jungle night tours and starlight tours, are also offered from time to time, so why not join in?
It is a spectacular yet fun-filled spot.
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6) Husaki Beach
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When you come to Ishigaki Island, you want to go to the ocean first, right?
For those people, Fusaki Beach is the place to be.
At Husaki Beach, you can experience many marine activities such as snorkeling, kayaking, and boating.
There is also an eating and resting area so that children can rest and relax after a long day of play.
Of course, the view is great, and there is a long, white pier that looks like something out of a movie.
The sunset view from the pier is spectacular.
It will definitely be Instagram-worthy.
Parasols and chairs are available for rent for longer stays.
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(7) Ishigakijima limestone cave
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One of the most unique and spectacular sights of Ishigaki Island is the limestone caves.
Ishigaki Island limestone cave is 3.2 km long and has many attractions.
One of these is an illuminated limestone cave.
A sight unlike anything you have ever seen before spreads out before your eyes, and first-time visitors can't help but gaze at it.
Other caves include a stalactite cave shaped like Totoro and a stalactite cave named "Forest of the Gods Sculptures," which is lined with countless stalactite caves.
There are few places in Japan where you can see such unique and powerful limestone caves that you will want to photograph, so please visit them when you travel to Ishigaki Island.
You will have a satisfying limestone cave exploration.
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(viii) Anparu, Nizo
Located in Nagura Bay, the largest bay on the island in the western part of Ishigaki Island, Nagura Ampal has a very high biota and is the only one in the Yaeyama Islands designated for protection under the Ramsar Convention.
Near the mouth of the river, mangroves can be seen growing in clusters, and colorful corals and tropical fish can be observed in the central part of the bay.
This is one of the best sunset spots in Ishigaki Island, where you can watch the sunset into the sea.
Access: 20 minutes drive from Ishigaki Airport, 20 minutes drive from Ishigaki Port Remote Island Terminal
Parking: Available
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(9) Sokoji Beach
Sukuji Beach is located about 10 minutes by car from Kabira Bay, the most scenic spot in Ishigaki Island.
The large curved white sand long team is very beautiful.
The beach stretches for 1 km and leads to Kabira-ishiwazaki.
The white sand beaches and crystal clear waters are very attractive and have earned two stars in the Michelin Green Guide.
In addition, a native mokumao forest growing along the beach acts as a windbreak,The beach is very calm and offers swimming and activities.
The park is fully equipped with a variety of facilities, including restrooms, showers, changing rooms, and a large parking lot, and with protective nets against habu jellyfish and a full-time lifeguard, even small children can safely enter the ocean.
Sukuji Beach is the earliest beach in Japan to open, so why not enjoy the earliest sea bathing in Japan at a beach with a spectacular view?
Address: Kabira, Ishigaki City, Okinawa Prefecture
Phone: 0980-86-8686
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⑩Tamatorizaki Observatory
The Tamatorizaki Observatory, one of the best on Ishigaki Island, is located in the northeast of the island and offers a spectacular view.
Parking is available, so feel free to visit if you want to take a drive.The following is a list of the most common problems with the
From the parking lot to the top of the observatory can be reached in a few minutes.
Because of its easy accessibility, the area is crowded with tourists during the day. On the road from the parking lot to the observatory, many tropical plants such as hibiscus and palm trees grow wild.
Tamatorizaki Observatory is located on the west coast of the island and is famous as a sunrise spot.
Also, you can see Hirakubo Peninsula, nicknamed "Shisa's Tail", on the left, facing the sea, and enjoy the wonderful view of Ishigaki Island.
Address: Ibaruma, Ishigaki City, Okinawa, Japan
Access: 20 minutes by car from Shin-Ishigaki Airport
Parking: Available
Facilities: Restrooms, vending machines
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(11) Blue Cave
One of the popular tourist spots on Ishigaki Island and often visited by tours is the "Blue Cave.
The Blue Cave is a cave immersed in the sea, and is achieved when various conditions are met, including the angle of incident sunlight, the material of the cave, and the topography.
There are three Blue Caves in Okinawa Prefecture, but the Blue Cave on Ishigaki Island has only one entrance on the ocean side, so the deeper you go into the cave, the darker it becomes.
Looking back at the entrance, the light reflects off it, creating a bluer, more fantastic world.
The high transparency of the sea allows visitors to clearly see the colorful coral and fish that grow in clusters around the caves, and to enjoy various activities such as snorkeling, sea kayaking, and glass boating.
Why don't you have a mysterious experience at the unexplored Blue Cave in Ishigaki Island?
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⑫Hirakubozaki
Hirakubozaki, located at the northernmost tip of Ishigaki Island, has an unobstructed view of the emerald green sea with high transparency in front.
The sunrise can be seen in the east, the sunset in the west, and at night the sky is full of stars.
It is one of the most beautiful spots in Ishigaki Island where you can see beautiful scenery all day long!The following is a list of the most common problems with the
There is also a pasture nearby, so visitors can observe the creatures relaxing in the green space.
It is a 50-minute drive from the New Ishigaki Airport and a 90-minute drive from the city center, which is very far from the center of Ishigaki Island, so there are relatively few tourists and you can enjoy the spectacular view all to yourself.
Access: 50 minutes by car from Shin-Ishigaki Airport, 90 minutes by car from the city center
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Spectacular Spots on Remote Islands
There are many places with spectacular views not only on Ishigaki Island but also on the surrounding islands. Here are some of them.
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1) Pinaisara Falls (Iriomote Island)
Pinaisara Falls is a waterfall on Iriomote Island.With a height of 55 meters, it is famous as the largest waterfall in Okinawa Prefecture.
To get to Pinaisara Falls, you need to canoe to the halfway point, so you can enjoy not only the falls but also the canoeing.
In addition, tours are the most common way to visit Pinaisara Falls.
Depending on the tour, you can choose either canoeing or trekking.
This is a tour that kills two birds with one stone as you can experience not only the spectacular view of the waterfalls but also other leisure activities!The following is a list of the most common problems with the
We invite you to experience it for yourself.
Of course, the view from the top of the falls is spectacular, and you will definitely feel a sense of accomplishment.
It is a recommended spot for a panoramic view of Ishigaki Island.
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(2) Star Sand Beach (Iriomote Island)
On Iriomote Island, there is a beach with star-shaped sand, named "Hoshi-suna-no-hama.
There are many star sands on the beaches of Okinawa, especially on this "star sand beach" in Iriomote Island!The following is a list of the most common problems with the
Its rarity attracts many tourists from outside the prefecture.
In addition to the star sand, the sea is also very clear and beautiful.
Coral and tropical fish can be seen nearby, and snorkeling can be enjoyed. Of course, swimming in the sea is also possible.
The shallow water allows families to enjoy it with their children.
There is also a rest house nearby where visitors can have a meal and rest after a long day of play.
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3) Sugar Road (Kohama Island)
A casual road on Kohama Island that appeared in the popular TV drama "Churasan" has been named "Sugar Road" and has become famous!The following is a list of the most common problems with the
As the name suggests, sugar cane lines the sides of the road.
For Okinawans, it is a very ordinary scene, but for those from outside the prefecture, it appears nostalgic and nostalgic.
A lone pine tree stands in the middle of the road, which used to be a meeting place for couples.
For this reason, it is a popular spot for couples as well as photographers.
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summary
The spectacular spots introduced here are just a few.
There are many other spectacular spots on Ishigaki and other islands that you should visit.
It will be an experience of a lifetime.
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