A local resident introduces the reality of moving to Ishigaki Island! In-depth explanation of immigration costs and local jobs!
Table of Contents
- 1 Local staff who moved to Ishigaki Island speaks! Introducing the reality of moving to Ishigaki Island
- 2 What kind of island is Ishigaki Island?
- 3 Information on living in Ishigaki Island
- 4 Advantages and disadvantages of moving to Ishigaki Island
- 5 What to prepare before moving to Ishigaki Island
- 6 Cost of moving to Ishigaki Island
- 7 To avoid regret and failure in emigration! Points to keep in mind when emigrating to Ishigaki Island
- 8 There are subsidies for moving to Ishigaki Island.
- 9 When you move to Ishigaki Island Let's get a remote island resident card!
- 10 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) about moving to Ishigaki Island
- 11 summary
A local staff member who moved to Ishigaki Island tells the story!
Introducing the reality of moving to Ishigaki Island
Ishigaki Island is a well-known tropical resort destination, but in recent years, when words such as "work vacation" are often heard, it has also become a place to settle down.attentionWe are collecting the
In this article, we will provide a thorough explanation of the living conditions and points to keep in mind when moving to Ishigaki Island for those who are interested in moving to the island.
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What kind of island is Ishigaki Island?
Ishigaki Island is from OkinawaMore than 400 kmIt is an island located in a remote area,Yaeyama Islands (Okinawa)It is the core of a group of islands called the
First, let me give you some basic information about Ishigaki Island!
Area and Population of Ishigaki Island
Ishigaki Island has a circumference of 162 km and an area of 228 square km, and is home to approximately 50,000 people.
The population density is about 220 people per square kilometer, so if you hear that the population density is less than 41 TP3T compared to TokyospaciousIt would be easy to imagine an environment with
The population of Ishigaki Island isincreasing trendof the total population.1more than or equal to 10%people from outside the island.It is believed to be a
How to get to Ishigaki Island and transportation
To Ishigaki IslandairplaneFrom Tokyo, Osaka, Nagoya, and Fukuoka, it is necessary to travel bydirect (nonstop) flightis in operation.
Depending on the airport and time of year, LCCs may be available, making it possible to travel at a reduced cost. From areas without direct flights, you can go to Ishigaki Island via the main island of Okinawa.
Public transportation on the island isBus onlyThe number of buses and routes are limited, so cabs and rental cars are the most common means of transportation.
Electric kickboards and trikes are available for rent for sightseeing and short distance travel.
Weather (temperature) on Ishigaki Island
Ishigaki Island belongs to subtropical climate and has a year-roundhigh temperature and humidityThe feature is that it is a
From March to October, the weather is like summer, and even in winter, the temperature is around 20°C and hardly feels cold.
However, in winter, the north wind is strong and the temperature drops.lightweight fabricIt is safe to say that the
Weather is changeable, falling hard in short periods of time.squallThe weather is also more prone to typhoons than in the mainland. In addition, it is important to note that typhoons are more likely to approach the area than in the mainland.
↓For more information about the weather on Ishigaki Island, click here↓.
Information on living in Ishigaki Island
Next, I want to know what you need to know about moving to Ishigaki Island, the local area.Living Informationâ
Lifelines (water, gas, electricity) on Ishigaki Island
Tap water in Ishigaki Island issoft waterYou can drink it with The gas ispropane gasSo the gas bill is a little high, but because of many power outages due to typhoons,Few properties are all-electric.The following is a list of the most common problems with the
Power may go out when a typhoon approaches, so mobile batteries andbackup power supplyIt is recommended to always have a
Internet Environment on Ishigaki Island
with wifiThere will be no need to worry about the communication environment, as many of the properties are located in the same area!
Recently.Coworking Space FacilitiesThe company also offers a full range of
↓About the coworking space on Ishigaki Island
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Supermarkets and Convenience Stores on Ishigaki Island
Ishigaki Island hasAeon MaxValuand ... andDon QuixoteThe shopping environment is well developed with large stores such as
In addition, local supermarkets such as Kanehide and Sanei Ishigaki City offer unique local foods and prepared foods.
Ishigaki Island has convenience stores.Family Mart (company)There are only FamilyMart has nearly 20 stores, but no 7-Eleven or Lawson stores have opened.
Hospital situation in Ishigaki Island
Here are two hospitals you should know about when living on Ishigaki Island.
The first is.Yaeyama HospitalIt is the It offers the most comprehensive medical care in the Yaeyama Medical Region and serves as the core of treatment in the region.
Second.Tokushukai HospitalThis hospital is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. This hospital is open 24 hours a day for nighttime emergencies and can be relied upon for immigration.
Advantages and disadvantages of moving to Ishigaki Island
I actually moved to Ishigaki Island.Local StaffThe following are some of the most common advantages and disadvantages based on the feedback from the
Advantages of moving to Ishigaki Island
Ishigaki Island is one of the most popular tourist islands in Okinawa Prefecture,White sandy beachandblue seaThe Tropic of CancerparadiseYou will encounter scenes like the following
Not tourists to Ishigaki Island, famous for such overwhelming beauty,Advantages of EmigratingWe will inform you of the following
Feel the great outdoors easily.
The first attraction of Ishigaki Island is its unique tropical island atmosphere.Mother NatureIt is.
If you move to Ishigaki Island, you can enjoy the crystal clear ocean, mangroves inhabited by subtropical creatures, and a star-filled sky that is called a natural planetarium,Pride of Ishigaki Islandsuperb viewclose to you.
Relax on the beach before work, enjoy fishing and diving on your days off, or drive a little further to see the starry sky and the nature of Ishigaki Island.be healedI am sure you will be able to do the same!
Easy access to the Yaeyama Islands
Ishigaki Island is in the Yaeyama Islands.front doorFrom the remote island terminal asTo the surrounding islandsEasy access!
Travelers tend to end up only on Ishigaki Island, but there are many attractive remote islands beyond that.
There are many attractions such as the pristine nature of Omotejima, buffalo sightseeing on Taketomi Island, and the beautiful scenery of Kohama Island.
To these remote islandsEasy.The ability to visit is one of the major attractions of Ishigaki Island.
↓around Ishigaki Island
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Surprisingly easy living environment in Ishigaki Island in the city
Ishigaki Island is an island far from Honshu, so you may have an image that it is not developed,surprisingurbanindicates certainty, emphasis, etc.It is easy to live in!
Ishigaki Island is in the southern area.downtownare concentrated in the area, and that area is relatively developed along with the demand for tourism.
There are many major restaurant chains such as McDonald's, Kentucky, Curry House CoCo Ichibanya, etc,familiar tasteIt is also convenient to have a
↓ For more information about downtown Ishigaki Island, click here↓.
People are warm and friendly on Ishigaki Island.
Okinawan people live with a relaxed sense of time,Okinawa time (US time zone)（Ishigaki Island is no exception.
It is said that the word "taegee," meaning "appropriate" or "good enough," expresses the spirit of the people of the prefecture, and that the spirit of "Nankurunanai!The generous oneabundantIt is considered to be a
Yumaru" is unique to Okinawa Prefecture.spirit of cooperationBy,There is also an ingrained culture of helping each other when there is a problem.
The relaxed atmosphere of Ishigaki Island will warmly welcome those who are considering relocating with a desire to spend a relaxing time.
Also, as I mentioned earlier, there are many people who have moved to Ishigaki Island, so you will find people in the same situation!
Disadvantages of moving to Ishigaki Island
From here.Migration to Ishigaki IslandI will tell you the disadvantages of
Few recreational facilities
There are no movie theaters or bowling alleys on Ishigaki Island,amusement (recreational) facilitiesare few.
There are no large shopping malls, so shopping is a bit of a hobby.unsatisfactorinessYou may feel that the
Many typhoons
Ishigaki Island has many typhoons, and during the typhoon season from July to September, typhoons arrive at a rate of once or twice a month.
When a typhoon hits, there are power outages and shortages in supermarkets, so a reasonablepreparationis required.
↓ For more information about typhoons on Ishigaki Island, click here↓.
Rent prices are surprisingly high.
I'll go into more detail later,The market rent for a one-person house is60,000-100,000 yenextentIt is. Since it is about the same as in Kansai, you may think that rent is surprisingly expensive.
What to prepare before moving to Ishigaki Island
About the housing and work you need to prepare for when moving to Ishigaki Island,important pointWe will tell you about it together with
Looking for work on Ishigaki Island
A source of income must be considered when moving to Ishigaki Island.
Unique to Ishigaki IslandTourism relatedwork, and localsuperI work part-time or live in Ishigaki Island.being inThere are many different ways to work, including working in
We will introduce the occupational situation on Ishigaki Island along with job information!
Occupations and Jobs on Ishigaki Island
On Ishigaki Island, many jobs are in the restaurant, hotel, tourism, and sales industries.
One thing to pick up here is.resort byteIt is a As a popular tourist destination, there are plenty of resort job openings. It is also ideal for those who would like to live there for a short time before moving there for the long term.
Onsite.one's relationshipsIf you want to move to Ishigaki Island, I recommend this job.
Tour staff wanted!
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Ishigaki Island Salary Levels
Okinawa Prefecture, including Ishigaki Island, has the worst wage level in Japan.
Average hourly wage in January 2026: Tokyo: 1,300 yen and above - Tokyo: 1,300 yen and above1,400 yen rangeIn contrast, Okinawa is in the latter half of 1,100 yen~.Lower 1,200's yenand, depending on where you currently live and the type of work you do, the salary you would probably get would be lower if you took a job locally.
We recommend that you plan with the intention of building a new lifestyle rather than trying to maintain your current standard of living.
How to find a job on Ishigaki Island
Jobs on Ishigaki Island can be found on general job sites and at the Yaeyama Public Employment Security Office (Hello Work(see Figure 1).
Because information can be collected from the nearest Hello Work even before immigration,in advanceIt is safe to find a job!
After immigration, local flyers and stores.Direct Job PostingsThere is also a way to check the
Find a property in Ishigaki Island
Next, let's look at some information about the property, which is important when considering immigration.
Basically, properties for immigrants are easy to live in and popular.Ishigaki CityFocus onしThe company is a member of the Japan Society of Civil Engineers (JSCE).
shoppingand stores that are easy toworkIf you are not particular, you can start looking around the city because there are many places in Ishigaki where you can
Search for properties on the Internet
According to local staff, Ishigaki Island is currentlyquite (usu. negative connotation)I can't seem to rent a house,It is recommended that you search the Internet before emigrating.
1st day of every monthThe reason for this is that new listings for the month are put on the Internet,Check property information at the beginning of each month.Let's do it!
Even remotely these days.contractableand they will do the viewing by videoconference and send you the estimate and contract by e-mail or mail.
Go to local real estate
Most real estate agents put their information online, though,localOne way to do this is to go to a real estate agent in
In addition, there are many immigrants to Ishigaki Island,For immigrantsYou may also ask the real estate agent about the livability of the house as a residence in the
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Rents on Ishigaki Island
It is important to note that while rents on Ishigaki Island are not high, they are not particularly low either.
There is an overall shortage of properties on the island due to the large number of immigrants,Rent isrising trend in valueThe price of the house is located in the As I told you earlier, houses are hard to rent, so prices are hard to drop.
Use company housing
For those who work on Ishigaki Island, company housing is one way to get a job.
At the resort joblive-inorWater, gas, electricity and heating includedSome offer company housing at a discount, such as
Cost of moving to Ishigaki Island
The cost of moving to Ishigaki Island is mainly the initial cost of airfare, rent, and delivery of luggage, and in some cases the total cost for a single person can be less than 200,000 yen if only minimal furniture and appliances are carried.
Daily necessities and furniture and appliances areProcured locallyThe warm climate allows forLess clothing.The feature is that it is easy to do.
The moving cost depends on the amount of luggage and the distance to be moved.changeIn addition, the transportation of a car may cost an additional approximately 100,000 yen, depending on the type of car.
To avoid regrets and failures in immigration!
Notes on moving to Ishigaki Island
To avoid regret and failure in moving to Ishigaki Islandimportant pointto the following!
Properties near the ocean are not allowed to dry on the balcony.
Properties near the ocean are a little difficult to dry due to the sea breeze when laundry is hung out on the balcony.smellThe following is an example of the use of this product.
It's a small thing, but when looking for a propertydryerCheck to see, for example, whether it is equipped with a
Off-island travel by air only.
To leave Ishigaki Island, except for neighboring islandsAlways Airplanemust be used.
The cost of flying each time you return home, for example, may become a burden.
Use LCCs or winter airline tickets.Cheap timeTry to aim for things such as
There are subsidies for moving to Ishigaki Island.
Okinawa Prefecture does not provide direct subsidies for immigration, but there are several subsidies that are available under certain conditions if you are familiar with the system.
Childcare support, as well as nurses, childcare workers, and newlyweds.Migration SupportThe company will provide up to 500,000 yen in assistance for the cost of renovating vacant houses.Vacant House Bank Systemand others may be available to many.
After carefully studying the details of the program, make good use of it.
If you move to Ishigaki Island
Let's get a remote island resident card!
Okinawa Prefecture has a remote island population ofTraffic costThe Okinawa Prefecture Remote Islands Resident Discount Fare Card is available to reduce the burden on the residents of the islands.
If you register and apply for residency,outlying residentsairplanes, etc., with fares for the
↓Yaeyama residents only☆.
Click here for cheap activity tours to remote islands.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) about moving to Ishigaki Island
The gap between work and income and the difficulty of finding housing due to a shortage of properties are often cited. It is important to understand income estimates and rent prices in advance, and to have a good idea of where to live and work before moving to a new area.
In some cases, the cost of living alone, including airfare, initial rent, and luggage delivery, can be less than 200,000 yen. If you use company housing or a live-in job, you can further reduce costs.
There are many jobs available, especially in the tourism, food and beverage, and lodging industries, but the salary level is lower than in other parts of the country. By combining work-from-home and resort jobs, it is easier to plan a reasonable lifestyle.
summary
In this issue, we have presented a variety of information about moving to Ishigaki Island.
Ishigaki Island by moving to Ishigaki Island.beautiful seaand untouched nature.near oneselfYou will be able to enjoy it.
The number of people moving to Ishigaki Island is on the rise, so much so thatfascinatingThe "Migration" is a place to move to.
We hope you will find this information useful when you consider moving to Ishigaki Island!
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