15 recommended scenic spots in Ishigaki Island! Let's go around the inspiring nature you want to see at least once in your lifetime!

Ishigaki Island is a treasure trove of scenic spots!

Ishigaki Island, which belongs to the Yaeyama Islands in Okinawa Prefecture, is a tropical and resort island in Japan with magnificent nature and beautiful sea.

In this issue, we will introduce 15 carefully selected spots on Ishigaki Island with spectacular views and unexplored spots that will make your trip an unforgettable experience.

Renting a car is definitely the best way to get around Ishigaki Island!

The car often fills up during the on-season, so as soon as you decide to travelRental cars are also pre-booked.Let's do it.

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15 recommended scenic spots

Let us introduce some of the most beautiful spots on Ishigaki Island!

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1) Kabira Bay

First of all, Kabira Bay, the most famous scenic spot in Ishigaki Island, is a must-see. It is selected as one of the 100 scenic spots in Japan,Three Michelin starsacquired.

The contrast between the emerald green sea, white sand, and floating islands makes for a very picturesque photo whether the weather is sunny or cloudy.

There are plenty of stores and restaurants, and you can ride at the reception desk on the same day.glass boatand classic activities.SUP and kayakYou can also enjoy

Detail of Kabira Bay

Location: Kawahira, Ishigaki City, Okinawa Prefecture
Access: 25 minutes by car from Shin-Ishigakijima Airport, 30 minutes by car from the remote island terminal

Ishigaki Island - Kabira Bay   About Kabirawan Kabirawan is famous as the most scenic spot in Ishigaki Island. It is one of only 17 places in Japan to receive the highest rating of three stars in the "Michelin Green Guide Japon"! From Kabira Bay, you can see the Kabira Blue [...].

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Kabira Bay" SUP Tour★Michelin Guide 3-star Tour★Free Photo & Pick-up Service (No.301)開始時間9:00-11:30 / 13:30-16:00所要時間Approx. 2.5 hours14,500 yen →7,900yen

Special Winter SALE 【Ishigaki Island / 1 Day】If you are in doubt, this is it☆Let's look for sea turtles! Kabira Bay SUP/Canoe & Blue Cave Snorkeling Tour ★ (No.349)開始時間9:00-16:00所要時間Approx. 7 hours29,000 yen →13,500yen

Ishigaki Island/Half Day] Same-day reservation OK! Kabira Bay" Kayak Tour ★Free Photo & Pick-up & Drop-off (No.302)開始時間9:00-11:30 / 13:30-16:00所要時間Approx. 2.5 hours14,500 yen →7,900yen

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Kabira Bay Tour A must visit when you come to Ishigaki Island! Kabira Bay in Ishigaki Island is rated as a three-star scenic spot worth visiting by the guidebook "Michelin Green Guide Japon". In this issue, we will introduce Kabira Bay's [...]. (36 in total) アクティビティの詳細を見る

(2) Tamatorizaki Observatory

The Tamatorizaki Observatory is located atPacific Ocean and East China Sea at the same time.It is a rare spot in Japan where you can see the view of the city!

Surrounded by hibiscus and greenery, the observatory offers a spectacular view all the way to the outlying islands.

Details of Tamatorizaki Observatory

Location: Ibaruma, Ishigaki City, Okinawa, Japan
Access: 20 minutes by car from Shin-Ishigaki Airport, 55 minutes from Ishigaki Port Terminal

Ishigaki Island-Tamatorizaki Observatory   Tamatorizaki Observatory is located in the middle of Ishigaki Island, just before Ibaruma where the island narrows. It has long been a scenic spot known for its spectacular view. When you stand at the observatory, you can see Ibaruma Bay on the left, Mt. &nbs [...].

(iii) Heirakubozaki

Northernmost tip of Ishigaki IslandThe white lighthouse on the south side of the island is a spectacular spot with a spectacular view.

The contrast between the far-reaching marine blue horizon, lush greenery, and blue sky is breathtaking.

It is far from the city center, but you should definitely make the trip. Parking is scarce, so please share with others.

Details of Hirakubozaki

Location: Aza-Hirakubo, Ishigaki City, Okinawa Prefecture
Access: 45 minutes by car from Shin-Ishigaki Airport, 60 minutes by car from Ishigaki Port Terminal

Ishigaki Island-Hirakubozaki   Hirakubozaki is located at the northernmost tip of Hirakubo Peninsula in the northeast of Ishigaki Island, and the Hirakubozaki Lighthouse is a popular tourist spot. The view from there is a spectacular view of Ishigaki blue with the Pacific Ocean on the right and the East China Sea on the left [...].

4) Blue Cave

The "Blue Cave" on Ishigaki Island is famous for being quite beautiful among the "Blue Caves" around the world.

Snorkeling and experience divingand experience a cave walk.

For your safety and enjoyment.Participation in the tour is mandatory.It is.

Details of the Blue Cave

Location: 527 Beikkai, Ishigaki City, Okinawa Prefecture
Access: 20 minutes by car from Shin-Ishigakijima Airport, 30 minutes by car from the remote island terminal

Ishigaki Island - Blue Cave   What is the "Blue Cave" in Ishigaki Island? The "Blue Cave" in Ishigaki Island is a natural cave created by nature located about 30 minutes by car from Ishigaki Island Port Terminal. The angle of the light, the unique topography of the cave, and various other conditions all combine to make the water glow a bright blue [...].

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Ishigaki Island/Half-Day] Same-Day Reservation OK! You May Be Able to See Sea Turtles☆Snorkeling & Cave Exploration Tour in the Unexplored "Blue Cave"★Free Photo & Transportation Included (No.304)開始時間9:00-12:00 / 13:30-16:30所要時間Approx. 3 hours13,500 yen →6,900yen

Special Winter SALE [Ishigaki Island/1 day] Conquer the ocean and river☆Longest in Ishigaki Island! Miyara River Mangrove SUP/Canoe & Blue Cave Snorkeling Tour★ (No.362)開始時間6:00-11:15 / 9:00-15:45 / 13:30-20:15所要時間Approx. 5 hours29,000 yen →13,500yen

Special Winter SALE 【Ishigaki Island / 1 Day】If you are in doubt, this is it☆Let's look for sea turtles! Kabira Bay SUP/Canoe & Blue Cave Snorkeling Tour ★ (No.349)開始時間9:00-16:00所要時間Approx. 7 hours29,000 yen →13,500yen

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Blue Cave Tour A fantastic cave spot in Ishigaki Island! Blue Cave" where you can also enjoy snorkeling "Blue Cave" in Ishigaki Island is a popular snorkeling and diving spot with mysterious blue light. The sunlight shining into the cave reflects off the white sand of the sea bottom, creating a fantastic [...]. (22 in total) アクティビティの詳細を見る

5) Yonehara Beach

Yonehara Beach is a calm beach that is well known by the locals.Snorkeling spotsIt is.

A rental store for marine goods, a store, restrooms, and showers are also available for casual enjoyment.

Colorful tropical fish can be seen right off the beach.The restaurant is also recommended for small children!

Details of Yonehara Beach

Location: 644 Beikkai, Ishigaki City, Okinawa, Japan
Access: Approximately 40 minutes by car from Shin-Ishigaki Airport

Ishigaki Island-Yonehara Beach   About Yonehara Beach Yonehara Beach is located in the northern part of Ishigaki Island and is one of the most popular snorkeling spots in Ishigaki Island. You can enjoy the clear water and colorful coral reefs, and the exciting experience of swimming with tropical fishes. It is also recommended for families [...].

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Ishigaki Island Snorkeling (Snorkel) Tour Enjoy colorful corals, tropical fish, blue caves, and various other snorkeling attractions on the world-famous Ishigaki Island! (88 total) アクティビティの詳細を見る

(6) Miyara River

The Miyara River isIshigaki Island's largest mangrove forestin a river rich in nature with a wide expanse ofCruise by canoe or SUPThere are also tours that take visitors to

In the jungle-like riverside area, visitors can observe mud flats and the unique flora and fauna of the subtropical zone,The watershed has been selected as one of the 500 most important wetlands in Japan.

Details of Miyara River

Location: Ohama, Ishigaki City, Okinawa Prefecture
Access: 15 minutes by car from Shin-Ishigaki Airport, 15 minutes from Ishigaki Port Remote Island Terminal

Ishigaki Island - Miyara River   About Miyara River Miyara River is the longest river in Ishigaki Island with a total length of 12 km. It is a jungle-like river with dense hirgi-groves in the upper reaches about 1.5 km from the river mouth. Miyara River is a mangrove forming Yaeyama Hiru [...].

Held at Miyara River! Click here for recommended tours

Special Winter SALE [Ishigaki Island/1 day] Conquer the ocean and river☆Longest in Ishigaki Island! Miyara River Mangrove SUP/Canoe & Blue Cave Snorkeling Tour★ (No.362)開始時間6:00-11:15 / 9:00-15:45 / 13:30-20:15所要時間Approx. 5 hours29,000 yen →13,500yen

Ishigaki Island/Half-day] Same-day reservation OK! Ishigaki Island's longest mangrove canoe tour with free photo and pick-up service at Miyara River, a national natural treasure (No.328)開始時間6:00 / 9:00 / 13:30 / 17:00所要時間Approx. 2.5 hours14,500 yen →7,900yen

Ishigaki Island/2.5 hours] Same-day reservations OK! Ishigaki Island's longest mangrove SUP tour in the "Miyara River", a national natural treasure ★ ＜Free photo & pick-up and drop-off included＞ (No.329)開始時間6:00 / 9:00 / 13:30 / 17:00所要時間Approx. 2.5 hours14,500 yen →7,900yen

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Ishigaki Island Mangrove Tour Ishigaki Island's unexplored spot☆ Enjoy the charm of nature in mangrove! Mangrove in Ishigaki Island where you can enjoy not only ocean but also mountains and rivers is famous as an activity spot that you should never miss☆ In this article, we will introduce the charm of mangrove in Ishigaki Island and recommended tours [...]. (20 in total) アクティビティの詳細を見る

(7) Mt. Nosoko (Nosoko-ma-pae)

Nosoko-dake (野底岳) is a popular climbing spot with spectacular views,Power spot for loveIt is also famous as a

From the topOverlook the entire Ishigaki Island.Along the way, visitors can enjoy the unique natural environment of the subtropical zone.

The trail is well maintained, so even beginners can easily try it!

Details of Mt.

Location: Nosoko, Ishigaki City, Okinawa Prefecture
Access: 25 minutes by car from Shin-Ishigaki Airport, 35 minutes from Ishigaki Port Terminal

Ishigaki Island - Mt. Nosoko (Nosoko Marpei)   About Nosoko-dake (Nosoko Maapei) Nosoko-dake (Nosoko Maapei) is a mountain about 284m above sea level located about 25 minutes drive from Shin-Ishigaki Airport. It is the No. 1 scenic spot in Ishigaki Island because you can see all the mountains, rivers, and green mangrove jungle of Ishigaki Island [...].

8) Banna Park

About 10 km from the city center, built on the topography of 230-meter-high Mt.The biggest park in Ishigaki IslandIt is.

With a walking trail and an observation deck, the park is familiar to the islanders on a daily basis.

The observatory is also accessible by car, making it an easy stopover.

Banna Park Details

Location: 961-15 Ishigaki, Ishigaki City, Okinawa, Japan
Access: 15 minutes by car from Ishigaki Port Terminal

Ishigaki Island-Banna Park   About Banna Park Banna Park is a nature-rich park located in the center of Ishigaki Island at an elevation of about 230 meters. It is the widest park in Ishigaki Island with a circumference of about 8 km, and there are entrances (east, west, north, south, and west) in each direction. Banna Park is an area rich in nature [...].

(9) Meizo Bay

Nagura Bay, which you pass when you go from Ishigakijima Terminal to Kabira Bay, isIshigaki Island's largest bayand is popular as a beautiful sunset point.

It is a tidal flat inhabited by flora and fauna unique to the subtropical zone, and is protected by the Ramsar Convention.

Details of Nagura Bay

Location: Nagura, Ishigaki City, Okinawa Prefecture
Access: 25 minutes by car from Shin-Ishigaki Airport, 15 minutes from the city center

Ishigaki Island - Nagura Bay   Nagura Bay is the largest bay in Ishigaki Island, located about 20 minutes by car from Ishigaki Island Terminal. The mangroves around Nagura Bay, mainly Yaeyama Hirugi, and the abundance of flora and fauna make it a popular destination not only in Ishigaki Island, but also in [...].

Held in Nagura Bay! Click here for recommended tours

Ishigaki Island/Nagura Bay/Sunset] Same-day reservation OK★Sunset & Starry Sky Night Kayak Tour《with photo data present》（No.385開始時間18:30 - 20:30所要時間2 hrs.8,000 yen

Ishigaki Island/Nagura Bay/Sunset] Same-Day Reservation OK★Sunset & Starry Night SUP Tour《with photo data present》（No.384開始時間18:30-20:30所要時間Approx. 2 hours10,000 yen

Ishigaki Island/2 hours] Guided tour of scenic spots by EV trike (No.596)開始時間9:00 / 10:00 / 11:00 / 12:00 / 13:00 / 14:00 / 15:00 / 16:00所要時間Approx. 2 hours9,900 yen

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Ishigaki Island Sunset (held in the evening) Tour Luxurious moment to have the sunset all to yourself☆ Impressive Ishigaki Island Sunset Tour Blue sky, crystal clear ocean, Ishigaki Island is full of nature and charming, but the sunset time (evening) shows a different beauty. Ishigaki Island is dotted with sunset spots [...]. (26 total) アクティビティの詳細を見る

⑩Arakawa Falls

Arakawa Falls during the on-season for river activities.shower climbingis very popular!

A national natural treasure that blooms in January and February.Kanhizakura (Cherry Blossom)It is also famous as a cherry blossom viewing spot for local people.

Details of Arakawa Falls

Location:Ishigaki City, Okinawa
Access: 25 minutes by car from Shin-Ishigaki Airport, 30 minutes from Ishigaki Port Terminal

Ishigaki Island-Arakawa Falls   About Arakawa Falls Arakawa Falls is the only waterfall in Ishigaki Island. There are two waterfalls, one downstream and one upstream. The water flowing through this Arakawa Falls is clear and clear, and playing in the water is popular during the hot summer. The downstream waterfall is about 3 to 4 meters in height and its [...].

Arakawa Falls held! Click here for recommended tours

【Ishigaki Island, Okinawa】【Arakawa Falls】To the most famous mountain stream in Ishigaki Island! Arakawa's 2-level shower climbing tour across the canyon (No.327)開始時間10:00-12:00 / 14:00-16:00 / 17:00-19:00所要時間Approx. 2 hours8,900 yen

Arakawa Falls" All-You-Can-Enjoy Tour by EV Trike★Photo Free (No.373)開始時間Negotiable所要時間Approx. 2 hours13,000 yen

eleventh sign of the Chinese calendar Ishigakijima limestone cave

The strata where coral reefs were uplifted200,000 yearsThe Ishigaki Island limestone cave, which has also been eroded into a mysterious space, is 3.2 km long, of which approximately 600 m is open to the public.

FantasticIllumination, water fountain, Totoro stalactite, fossilized giant clamThere are many sights to see, such as the following, which can be enjoyed regardless of the weather.

Details of Ishigakijima Cave

Location:1666 Ishigaki, Ishigaki City, Okinawa, Japan
Access: 30 minutes by car from Shin-Ishigaki Airport

Ishigakijima-Ishigakijima limestone cave   What is Ishigaki Island Stalactite Cave? It is the largest limestone cave in Ishigaki Island and a mysterious spot created by nature over 200,000 years. Not to mention the beauty of white shining stalactites, the fantastic glow of stalactite cave illumination, Suikinkutsu (water cave) to enjoy the sound of dripping water, and Toto [...].

⑫ Shiraho Coast

The world's most valuableBlue coral colonyShiraho Coast, where you can see the

More than 350 other types of coral can be seen, making it a great spot for snorkeling and diving.

AroundShiraho VillageThe old townscape still remains in the area, and it is fun to stroll around.

Details of Shiraho Coast

Location: 2107-2 Shiraho, Ishigaki City, Okinawa Prefecture
Access: 5 minutes by car from Ishigaki Airport

Ishigaki Island-Shiraho Beach   About Shiraho Beach Shiraho Beach is located in the eastern part of the island, about 5 minutes by car from Shin-Ishigaki Airport, on the way from the airport to the city center, and about 20 minutes by car from the city center. The natural white sand beach stretches for about 10 km, and the population [...].

Held at Shiraho Coast! Click here for recommended tours

The largest blue coral colony in the northern hemisphere is impressive☆Spectacular "Shiraho Beach" snorkeling tour (No.560)開始時間8:30-11:30 / 12:30-15:30所要時間Approx. 3 hours9,000 yen

Ishigaki Island] Dense coral reefs! Ishigaki Island Sea Kayak & Snorkeling 1 Day Course《With Happy Lunch》（No.416)開始時間9:00-16:30所要時間Approx. 7 hours15,000 yen

It is easily accessible by ferry from Ishigaki Island!
Spectacular Spots in the Yaeyama Islands

There are also some spectacular scenic spots on the Yaeyama Islands, which are easily accessible by ferry from Ishigaki Island!

Day trips are also possible.We hope you will try to incorporate it into your itinerary.

Advance reservations are definitely recommended!
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⑬Pinaisara Falls (Iriomote Island)

Pinaisara Falls is 55 meters high andThe largest drop in Okinawa PrefectureIt is a must-see scenic spot on Iriomote Island.

Take a tour to Pinaisara Falls,Canoeing and TrekkingThe tour will take you by car. Along the way, you can observe the flora and fauna typical of subtropical jungles, such as the modama tree and the saxifrage tree.

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⑭Kondoi Beach (Taketomi Island)

Kondoi Beach, the representative beach of Taketomi Island, has pure white sand and emerald green sea, and the calm surface of the water is as beautiful as glasswork, a scenery that one could watch forever and never be free.

Shower and toilet facilitiesThe shallow waters of the beach are safe for children to enjoy playing in.

Basic Information on Kondoy Beach

Name: Kondoi Beach
Location: Taketomi, Taketomi Town, Yaeyama County, Okinawa Prefecture
Access: 25 minutes on foot from Taketomi Port
Parking: Available
Meals (nearby): Available
Toilet: Yes

Taketomi Island - Star Sand Beach (Kaiji Beach)   Taketomi Island - About Hoshi-suna-no-hama (Kaiji Beach) "Hoshi-suna-no-hama" is the second most famous beach after Kondoi Beach on Taketomi Island. Generally, star sand is small grains of sand in the shape of stars or the sun on the beach sand. Star sand is actually the shell of a foraminifera organism [...].

Now on SALE only! Taketomi Island Sightseeing Tour
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15 (used in legal documents)Sugar Road (Kohama Island)

NHK morning drama (morning television serial)Churasan."The "Sugar Road" became famous as a location for the filming of As the name suggests, sugar canes line the sides of the road.

Rental bicycles are available for an exhilarating ride through the spectacular view of sugar cane fields and the ocean beyond!

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summary

The spectacular spots introduced here are just a few.

There are many other scenic spots in Yaeyama including Ishigaki Island, so please visit them. An unforgettable experience awaits you!

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A complete guide to the 30 best sightseeing spots in Ishigaki Island! Popular Spectacular Views, Hidden Places, Recommended ActivitiesIshigaki Island, a "tropical paradise" is full of popular spots. There are many spots of interest such as nature, cityscape, restaurants, and marine activities! Let's check the recommended sightseeing spots in advance.