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A thorough explanation of how to enjoy Kabira Bay! How to get to Kabira Bay, the parking situation, and recommended activities!
Table of Contents
- 1 The most spectacular spot on Ishigaki Island that you should visit at least once! Thorough description of Kabirawan (Kabira Bay)
- 2 Why is Kabira Bay a popular tourist spot?
- 3 Kabira Bay Location & Directions
- 4 Is there parking available at Kabira Bay?
- 5 Things to keep in mind when visiting Kabira Bay
- 6 How to enjoy (play) Kabira Bay
- 7 summary
A spectacular spot on Ishigaki Island where you want to visit at least once!
Thorough description of Kabira Bay
If you visit Ishigaki Island, one of the best tourist destinations in JapanA spectacular place to visit at least once.is Kabira Bay.
In this issue, we will introduce how to access and enjoy Kabira Bay, as well as recommended activities.
○If you want to know what Kabira Bay on Ishigaki Island is like.
○If you want to know how to get to Kabira Bay and parking.
Kabira Bay is a great place for those who want to learn more about the fun and activities of Kabira Bay.
Why is Kabira Bay a popular tourist spot?
Kabira Bay is a beautiful bay located in the northwestern part of Ishigaki Island.
The Michelin Green Guide, a travel guide for foreigners published by Michelin, a famous gourmet guide, lists Kabira Bay as one of the most popular destinations in Japan.The only one in Okinawa Prefecture to receive a 3-star ratingI did.
The blue sea, white sandy beaches, and tranquil scenery characteristic of the Yaeyama Islands are highly regarded both in Japan and abroad.
Kabira Bay Location & Directions
Kabira Bay is located a short distance from the New Ishigaki Airport, the gateway to Ishigaki Island, and the city center of Ishigaki Island, making it difficult to visit on foot.
To Kabira BayCar rental, cab, busUse one of the following
○About 30 minutes by car from Shin-Ishigaki Airport
Approximately 30 minutes by car from Ishigakijima Island Terminal
How to get to Kabira Bay by rental car
The most recommended means of transportation to Kabira Bay is to rent a car.From the airport or city center to Kabira Bay both take about 30 minutes.It is.
Ishigaki Island does not have a well-developed public transportation system, so the use of rental cars is standard.
During peak seasons, such as summer vacation and GW, car rental reservations fill up quickly, so be sure to apply early.
↓Learn more about car rentals on Ishigaki Island.
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How to get to Kabira Bay by bus
There are also several buses heading to Kabira Bay.
Main routes include buses departing from the city center where the remote island terminal is located and from Shin-Ishigaki Airport, the gateway to the island.
All routes have one service every two hours, etc.Not many of them.Therefore, please plan in advance when making travel plans by bus.
◆How to get to Kabira Bay by bus from downtown
If you want to go to Kabira Bay from the remote island terminal,Bus stop "Rito TerminalTake the Kabira Resort Line from
After about 40 minutes of travel.Get off at the bus stop "Kabira Koen-mae".If you do, it will be about a two-minute walk from there.
◆How to get to Kabira Bay by bus from Shin-Ishigaki Airport
The route from New Ishigaki Airport to Kabira Bay is,Bus stop "Ishigaki AirportAfter traveling 40 minutes on the Yonehara Campground Line from the "Yonehara Campground", get off at "Kabira Koen-mae" and walk for about 2 minutes.
Also, after traveling about 45 minutes from the Ishigaki Airport bus stop by the East Circle Line bus, it is a 2-minute walk from "Kabira Koen-mae" here as well.
How to get to Kabira Bay by cab
Unlike the city.There are very few cab drivers on Ishigaki Island.When using the service, you must contact the cab company as appropriate and have them come directly to you.
However, if you are near the remote island terminal or New Ishigaki Airport, there are cab companies, so you may have the opportunity to get a cab without having to call one.
Use it well, while keeping an eye on your surroundings.
Ishigaki Island Terminal→Kabira Bay: approx. 4,000 yen
☆ We recommend the "DiDi Taxi" and "Raku Raku Taxi" cab dispatch applications!
How to go to Kabira Bay by taking a tour
If you take the Kabira Bay tour with transportation, you will be picked up and dropped off at your hotel or Ishigakijima Remote Island Terminal.
Those who do not plan to rent a carand ... andtravelling aloneTour use is convenient for those who are
Click here for Kabira Bay tour with pick-up and drop-off
↓More about Kabira Bay Tour
Is there parking available at Kabira Bay?
Kabira Bay has ample parking.
With paid and free parking available, visitors will be able to rent a car with peace of mind.
(1) Kabira Park Parking Lot
The first parking lot listed for Kabira Bay is the Kabira Park Parking Lot.
The parking lot is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and has enough parking spaces for convenient use.
Fee: 200 yen from 8:00 to 20:00 for up to 1 hour after entering the garage
100 yen for every 60 minutes thereafter
Always 100 yen per hour between 8pm and 8am
Parking capacity: 52 cars
Kabira Bay Parking lot for beach users
The Kabira Bay Seaside User Parking Lot is free of charge and open to all.
The parking lot is relatively large, but depending on the time of year, it may be filled with large tourist buses and other vehicles.
828-2 Kabira, Ishigaki City, Okinawa, Japan
Fee: Free of charge
Parking overlooking Kabira Bay
If you do not want to go down directly to Kabira Bay, but only want to enjoy the view from a distance, it is recommended to park at the "Kabira Bay View Parking".
Although the distance itself is far, this parking lot is a great spot to park for free and enjoy the spectacular view.
There is parking for about 5 cars, but because of its location along the circular road and not directly down to Kabira Bay, it will often be empty.
Fee: Free of charge
Parking capacity: 5 cars
Things to keep in mind when visiting Kabira Bay
It should be noted in advance that swimming is prohibited in Kabira Bay due to the fast current.
If you visit the beach expecting to bathe in the sea as you would in a normal beach, beware that you may get a bit of a false sense of security.
How to enjoy (play) Kabira Bay
Here are some ways to play and have fun at Kabira Bay.
(1) Enjoy strolling along the sandy beach and boardwalk!
When you visit Kabira Bay, enjoy the beautiful gradation of cobalt blue.
The clear ocean and white sandy beach is one of the most spectacular views in Ishigaki Island. From the observatory on the hill of Kabira Park, you can see the whole view of Kabira Bay.
(2) Enjoy Ishigaki Island gourmet food and have fun!
There is a restaurant in Kabira Bay where you can enjoy Yaeyama soba and other dishes.
There are also stores and souvenir shops, so be sure to get Ishigaki Island goods♪
Kabira Bay's recommended eatery "Kabira Park Tea House
At Kabira BayFor lunchKabira Park Teahouse is recommended. It is adjacent to Kabira Park and can be reached on foot.
Ishigaki Island gourmet foods such as "Yaeyama Soba" with cute Ishigaki Island fish paste and "Goya Chanpuru" are available.
Business hours: 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Closed: Thursday
Kabira Bay's recommended cafe "R's Cafe
R's Cafe is a restaurant where you can enjoy meals and desserts while overlooking Kabira Bay in front of you.
There is a terrace where you can enjoy a relaxing and healing moment while feeling the pleasant breeze.
Hours of operation: 10:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Closed: No regular holidays
Kabira Bay's recommended cafe "Kabira Farm
This restaurant offers fresh passion fruit and mango juice.
The refreshing taste is just right for the heat of Ishigaki Island and perfect for a stroll in one hand♪
Hours of operation: 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Closed: No regular holidays
(3) Enjoy activities at Kabira Bay!
Swimming is prohibited at Kabira Bay, but visitors can enjoy activities such as SUP, canoeing, and glass boats.
Kabira Bay tours are available for children as young children,Popular with children.It is!
Recommended Activities in Kabira Bay
(1) Glass boat
The glass boat has a transparent glass bottom,look into the sea without going into the seaThe following is an example of a product that can be used in this way.
When one thinks of underwater activities, snorkeling and diving may come to mind, but as mentioned above, Kabira Bay does not allow direct entry into the sea.
For this reason, glass boats are a recommended activity to enjoy Kabira Bay's marine life.
The sea of Ishigaki Island is rich in minerals due to the abundance of coral and extremely clear waters.Like a natural aquarium.You can taste it.
Since the glass boat is just a boat ride, everyone from children to the elderly can easily participate! Women can also rest assured that they will not lose their makeup.
↓Recommended tours including glass boats
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↓Kabira Bay tour by EV trike is also recommended☆.
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↓Learn more about glass boats
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Recommended Activities in Kabira Bay
(2) SUP (Stand Up Paddle)
SUP (stand-up paddleboarding) is an activity in which you stand on a large surfboard and balance yourself while paddling through the water with a paddle.
It may seem difficult to stand on the board, but the boards used for SUP are more stable than they look,If you're a first-timer, after about five minutes, you'll be ready to go.You will be able to stand on the board.
The sensation of swaying between the waves while gazing at the sparkling ocean surface of Ishigaki Island is highly relaxing and healing.
It is also beautiful standing on the surface of the sea with only one board and the spectacular view of Kabira Bay in the background.Excellent photojournalistic quality.The activity is an activity of the
If you join the SUP tour, you can have your picture taken by the staff, so you can get one that looks great on social media.
Kabira Bay SUP included in recommended tours↓↓.
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↓Learn more about ↓SUP
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Recommended Activities in Kabira Bay
Canoe/Kayak
Compared to a glass boat, a kayak is a smaller boat for one or two people, allowing you to freely enjoy the ocean at your leisure.
Enjoying the beautiful sight of Kabira Bay between friends or couples in a two-person boat will strengthen your bond even more than before.
It is also more stable and easier to operate than SUP,Fun for young children and up!. Parents and children should be able to make memories safely with their children if an adult leads the way.
↓Recommended tours including Kabira Bay Canoeing
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↓Learn more about canoeing and kayaking
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Recommended Activities in Kabira Bay
4) For commemoration! Kabira Bay Photo Tour
The location photo tour includes the famous "Kabira Bay," a peaceful pasture where Ishigaki cows graze, a secluded cape, and a lighthouse, while capturing memorable photos.
Enjoy the soothing rhythm of nature at 3 to 6 spots with spectacular views.
↓Kabira Bay Photo Tour
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↓Learn more about ↓ Photo Tour
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summary
In this issue, we provided tourist information on Kabira Bay, the most popular spot on Ishigaki Island.
Kabira Bay is one of the most beautiful sightseeing spots not only in Ishigaki Island, but in all of Okinawa Prefecture and even in Japan.
We invite you to visit Kabira Bay and experience the beauty for which it is recognized around the world.
↓Click here to read the article.
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