Ishigaki Island Family Travel Guide! Recommended Sightseeing Spots & Activities & Lunch with Children

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A Complete Guide to Traveling with Children on Ishigaki Island

Ishigaki Island, blessed with clean ocean and great nature, is a great place for a family vacation with many sightseeing spots and activities for all ages to enjoy.

However, there are some precautions to take in order to have fun with small children. Here is a summary of points to make your trip to Ishigaki Island enjoyable and safe!

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Kohama Island/3-4 hours] Charter Boat Charter from Afternoon☆One-day trip from Ishigaki Island is OK!開始時間：14:00-19:00
*About 3-4 hours from the above hours所要時間Approx. 3-4 hours7,000 yen

Ishigaki Island/Half Day] Private Guided Luxury VIP Charter Plan Flexible, at Your Own Pace, Group Tour, Company Trip (No.553)開始時間9:30-12:00 / 13:30-16:00所要時間Approx. 2 to 3 hours50,000 yen

Ishigaki Island/Half Day】Request OK◎Let's enjoy the luxury of a private charter! Boat Charter Plan! Available for graduation trip, company trip, and group☆ (No.555)開始時間Negotiable所要時間Approximately 3.5 hours100,000 yen

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Things to keep in mind when traveling with children on Ishigaki Island

So without further ado, here are some things to keep in mind when traveling to Ishigaki Island with children.

Take all possible measures against heat stroke and ultraviolet rays.

On Ishigaki Island, UV rays are strong even in winter when it is sunny,Measures against heat stroke and ultraviolet raysis required!

The weather is also changeable, with sudden rains and other unpredictable conditions. It is advisable to bring a large change of clothes and rain gear.

Car rental is a convenient means of transportation!

Considering large luggage, sudden weather changes, poor health, heatstroke prevention...etc., renting a car is convenient for traveling with children!

Since the car often fills up during the on-season, once you decide to travel, you can make reservations at the same time you make reservations for accommodations.Rental cars are also pre-booked.Let's do it.

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Ishigaki Island Car Rental Ishigaki Island Tours offers easy comparison and reservation of rental car plans for Ishigaki Island! It takes about 3 hours to go around Ishigaki Island by car. If you want to visit all the sightseeing spots efficiently, you need to rent a car! There are plans that include free pick-up from Shin-Ishigaki Airport, car navigation system, no need to return a full tank of gas, and even child seats. We also introduce other means of transportation other than rental cars! (29 total) アクティビティの詳細を見る

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Round Ishigaki Island! Introducing a recommended driving model course!Driving around Ishigaki Island is recommended! You can go around the island in 3 hours and visit the famous spots in 8 hours, stopping for lunch and sightseeing spots along the way. Enjoy Ishigaki Island with a rental car!

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Know your hospital information.

No matter how careful you are about your child's health, he or she may become ill in an unusual environment. Hospitals should be checked in case of any injuries, etc.

Check out dining rooms with tatami rooms and small tatami rooms.

When dining at a restaurant with children, it is safe to have a tatami room or small room!

If there is a restaurant you would like to visit, check in advance if possible.

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10 Recommended Dinner Spots on Ishigaki Island | Carefully Selected by Occasion—From Anniversary Celebrations to Ocean Views, Family-Friendly Options, and Budget-Friendly RestaurantsAfter enjoying sightseeing and activities, let's enjoy dinner in Ishigaki Island! In Ishigaki Island, there are many points to enjoy such as visiting sightseeing spots and marine activities to enjoy the ocean. After such sightseeing, you should definitely enjoy Ishigaki Island's gourmet food at dinner [...].

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Recommended Sightseeing Spots

Want to have fun with children! Here are some sightseeing spots where you can enjoy the great nature of Ishigaki Island for all ages.

Bangna Park

Located on Mt. Banna, 230 meters above sea level, just a 15-minute drive from the city center.The biggest park in Ishigaki IslandIt is.

Fureai Kodomo Hiroba" has more than 15 types of playground equipment and is a popular spot for local families.

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 [...].

Ishigaki Yaima Village

An old red-tile roofed house was relocated to a large site,Recreating the scenery and atmosphere of an old-fashioned island.Yaima Village is a place where both adults and children can enjoy themselves.

There is also an easy experience course such as a commemorative photo wearing a Ryukyuan costume, which has continued for a long time.You can experience the culture of Ishigaki Island.

The Squirrel Monkey Park is very popular with children, who can interact with the cute squirrel monkeys.

Details of Ishigaki Yamama Village

Location: 967-1, Nagura, Ishigaki City, Okinawa Prefecture
Access: 20 minutes by car from the city center
Hours: 9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. (reception until 5:00 p.m.)
Fee: Adults 1,200 yen / Children 600 yen

Ishigaki Island - Ishigaki Yaima-mura   About Ishigaki Yaima Village Ishigaki Yaima Village is a theme park that recreates the good old Yaeyama houses against the backdrop of rich nature. It is located on the hill overlooking Nagura Bay which is famous for beautiful sunset in Ishigaki Island. It is registered as a national tangible cultural property [...].

Fusaki Beach

This beach is managed by Fusaki Beach Resort Hotel & Villas. It is directly connected to the hotel and is beautifully maintained,Open to visitors as well as guestsThe following is a list of the most common problems with the

Floats, etc.Marine Goods RentalThere are also

The hotel's indoor pool is also available during non-busy seasons.

Details of Husaki Beach

Location: 1625 Shinkawa, Ishigaki City, Okinawa Prefecture
Access: 35 minutes by car from Shin-Ishigaki Airport, 15 minutes from the remote island terminal
Official site:Fusaki Beach Resort Hotel & Villas

Ishigaki Island - Fusaki Beach   About Husaki Beach Husaki Beach facing Nagura Bay in front of Husaki Resort Village is a natural long beach with white sand and beautiful sea, although it is close to the city center. The shallow beach offers a good view and is especially popular among tourists and families.

Ishigakijima limestone cave

Ishigakijima Cave, the southernmost limestone cave in Japan, is 3.2 km long, of which about 600 m is open to the public.

The strata where coral reefs were uplifted200,000 yearsThe caves were eroded over a long period of time to create these mysterious limestone caves.

Illumination, water fountain, Totoro stalactite, fossilized giant clamThere are many highlights, such as

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 [...].

Kabira Bay

Three Michelin starsKabira Bay is the most scenic spot on Ishigaki Island and has been selected as one of the 100 most scenic spots in Japan.

A variety of stores and restaurants are also available for rest and relaxation.Glass boat, SUP and kayakand other activities are also held, making it a fun spot for all ages.

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 [...].

Held at Kabira Bay! Click here for recommended tours

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 Summer SALE 【Ishigaki Island / 1 Day】If you have any doubts, this is the one for you☆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 [...]. (40 total) アクティビティの詳細を見る

Held on Ishigaki Island!
Tours for children

In Ishigaki Island, there are many activities that take advantage of the great nature. Here are some of the recommended activities that you can enjoy with your children.

Swim with tropical fish! Snorkeling

Familiar with NemoClownfish and colorful tropical fishSnorkeling is usually a great way to observe theAbout 3 to 5 years oldThe experience can be experienced from the age of

The popular "phantom islandLandings and "Blue CaveA set plan with a "walk" is also recommended.

Please try it with your child who loves the sea☆.

Held on Ishigaki Island! Recommended Snorkeling Tours

Ishigakijima/Half Day】Making an Impression with 360 Degree Spectacular View☆Photo Free & Pickup & Drop-off Included（No.458)開始時間8:00-11:30 / 13:30-16:30所要時間Approx. 3 hours14,500 yen →7,900yen

Special Summer SALE 【Ishigaki Island / 1 Day】If you have any doubts, this is the one for you☆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

Ishigakijima/Half Day] You may see sea turtles☆Snorkeling & Cave Exploration Tour of 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

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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! (102 entries total) アクティビティの詳細を見る

A big splash in the Churaumi Sea! Marine Sports

If you come to Ishigaki Island, you must play in the sea! If it is marine sports,Children as young as 2 years old can play.Plan also.

Both adults and children are sure to have a blast! The plan for unlimited use of various equipments is also popular.

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Exhilarating, Exciting, and Smiling 100%☆All-you-can-eat course with more than 10 kinds of marine sports in the beautiful ocean★Free pickup and drop-off (No.551)開始時間9:00-12:00 / 13:00-16:00所要時間Approx. 3 hours14,000 yen →13,000yen

Special Summer SALE 【Ishigaki Island / 3 hours】Half-Day Exciting Experience: Landing on Phantom Island & Snorkeling & Unlimited Marine Sports (U-tube, Banana Boat, Biscuit) Course (No.578)開始時間9:00-12:00 / 13:00-16:00所要時間Approx. 3 hours16,000 yen →15,000yen

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Marine sports (banana boat, towing tube, windsurfing) Let's enjoy the ocean of Ishigaki Island with banana boats and jet skis with excellent transparency♪ Let's have fun while screaming with your family or group! (17 in total) アクティビティの詳細を見る

Baby carriage Experience

Let's go on a wild ride through Ishigaki Island by baby carriage!

A regular driver's license (limited AT is acceptable) is all that is required to drive.ATVs are also a great activity for those who have a gap in their schedule, as you can request where to go and plan for various times of the day.

Adults may be more excited than children...

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Ishigaki Island/Northern Japan】30min ATV Course☆Let's wildly tour around the beautiful spots♪You can request where you want to go!開始時間10:00-19:00 (last admission at 17:30)所要時間30 min.6,250 yen

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Ishigaki Island ATV Experience Tour and Rental Let's enjoy ATV in Ishigaki Island! Children are welcome☆A spectacular ATV experience for the whole family! Ishigaki Island has a strong image of "the sea", but there are many attractive spots on the land such as mountains and rivers. A regular driver's license is required! (4 in total) アクティビティの詳細を見る

Tour to/from Ishigaki Island

Tours to Iriomote Island and Taketomi Island from/to Ishigaki Island are also recommended! Many plans are combined with other activities, so it is recommended if you want to have fun efficiently.

From/to Ishigaki Island! Tour including recommended remote islands

Special Summer SALE【Ishigaki Island / 1 Day】Take in 2 remote islands to the fullest! Spectacular "Phantom Island" Landing + Snorkeling & Relaxing "Taketomi Island" Sightseeing 《Photo free & Transportation included》（No.459）.開始時間8:00-16:30所要時間Approx. 6 hours19,600 yen →9,800yen

Snorkeling & Landing on Phantom Island & Taketomi Island Sightseeing Course (No.365)開始時間: 8:30 a.m.–4:00 p.m.所要時間Approx. 7.5 hours14,800 yen

Snorkeling & Landing on Phantom Island & Taketomi Island Sightseeing Course (No.365)開始時間: 8:30 a.m.–4:00 p.m.所要時間Approx. 7.5 hours14,800 yen

Learn more about our tours to/from Ishigaki Island

Ishigaki Island】 Tour of the surrounding islands (Iriomote, Yubu, Taketomi, Kohama) Recommended remote island tours from Ishigaki Island! Let's enjoy popular sightseeing spots efficiently! The surrounding islands that can be reached from Ishigaki Island are full of their own attractions! You can visit them on your own, but to get around efficiently in an unfamiliar place, joining a tour is by far the best choice. [...]. (20 in total) アクティビティの詳細を見る

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How was it? The colors of the sea and the flora and fauna, which are completely different from those of the mainland, will surely tickle the curiosity of children.

Please enjoy Ishigaki Island with your children in a fun and safe environment and create many wonderful memories!

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