Enjoy the Perseid meteor shower in Ishigaki Island! Introducing the weather, visible locations and recommended tours!

Expected to be at its best from August 12 to 14!
What is the Perseid meteor shower?

The Perseid meteor shower is,One of the most famous meteor showers observed every AugustIt is. This meteor shower is caused by debris from Comet Swift-Tuttle entering the Earth's atmosphere.

The Perseid meteor shower is loved by many stargazers for its beauty and frequency, especially on Ishigaki Island where there is little light pollution,An unparalleled emotional experience.I am sure you will be able to do the same.

It is also being held on Iriomote Island with great popularity!
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The event is also being held on Miyakojima Island by popular demand!
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Origin of the Perseid meteor shower

The Perseid meteor shower originates from Comet Swift-Tuttle.

This comet orbits the solar system on a 133-year cycle, leaving in its orbitDust and small debris colliding with the Earth's atmosphereThe Perseid meteor shower appears every August in

The Perseid meteor shower is a major event in the summer night sky, and observing it on Ishigaki Island will surely be a memory of a lifetime!

Please don't miss this chance and enjoy the Perseid meteor shower under the beautiful starry sky of Ishigaki Island.

When is the Perseid meteor shower this year?

The Perseid meteor shower will be at its maximum in 2024,Monday, August 12, around 23:00The forecast is that the (In Japan, from midnight when the radiant point rises high in the sky toTuesday the 13th at dawn(Many meteors are expected to be observable through the next few days.)

According to the National Astronomical Observatory of Japan, the surrounding sky is dark enough to provide a good vantage point.About 40 pieces per hourThe chance to observe meteors in the..!

In addition, the moon will set late in the evening this year, which will eliminate the influence of moonlight, providing favorable conditions for visual observation.

Meteors are not only around the Perseids.They can appear anywhere in the night sky.Therefore, try to view the sky as widely as possible.

Recommended stargazing spots on Ishigaki Island

◆Vanna Park
◆Kabira Bay
◆Hirakubozaki Lighthouse
◆Tamatorizaki Observatory
◆Nagura Bay

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Selected] 5 starry sky spots in Ishigaki Island! Introducing recommended starry sky photo tours with pick-up service!Ishigaki Island, also known as "Star Island", at night, you have to lie on a beach mat and watch the star-filled sky! You can enjoy the beauty of nature with countless shooting stars and fireflies.

If you want to enjoy meteor showers in Ishigaki Island, this is the place!
Recommended stargazing & night tours

Here are some recommended night tours in Ishigaki Island!

There are many plans available for last minute reservations for the day before or the day of the event. Why don't you enjoy the night of Ishigaki Island?

Click here for the ranking of night tours in Ishigaki Island.

Let's experience a natural planetarium☆.
Star gazing & subtropical jungle night tour

Ishigaki IslandA great nighttime activity.The night safari tour is an adventure under a star-filled sky and in a jungle unique to the subtropical zone.

Ishigaki Island may have a strong image of beautiful ocean, but the subtropical jungle covered by mangrove forests is also an attractive spot!

Explore the jungle, which has a different atmosphere from that of the daytime, and be thrilled and excited to meet nocturnal plants and animals.

On Ishigaki Island at night, you can encounter endangered coconut crabs, flying foxes, the Ryukyu kite, and other flora and fauna unique to the subtropical zone.

The creatures that can be observed depend on the season and the weather of the day, so each visit is different and enjoyable, and even on a sunny or rainy day, the creatures you will encounter will be different.No matter how many times you attend, you will never get bored!♪

Ishigaki Island/Night Tour: Enjoy Ishigaki Island at Night☆Starry Sky & Subtropical Jungle Night Tour♪Recommended for families with children and group tours (No.316)開始時間7:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.所要時間Approx. 2 hours7,900 yen →4,900yen

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Let's have a special night... ♪
Star gazing night cruising tour

The sound of waves echoing pleasantly in the air,Special plan to enjoy cruising under the starsÂ

You can enjoy the star-filled sky while listening to the sound of waves. Enjoy a special moment while relaxing in nature, away from the hustle and bustle of the city.

Let's spend a special night in starry Ishigaki Island☆Star gazing night cruising (No.374)開始時間19:30 - 20:45所要時間Approx. 1 hour5,900 yen

With commentary on the constellations by a professional guide☆.
Night tours under the star-filled sky

Ishigaki Island is also known as "Star Island,World-renowned stargazing spotIt is.

At night on Ishigaki Island, the atmosphere is stable and not disturbed by artificial light, so you can clearly see the star-filled sky.

Ishigaki Island, where 84 of the 88 constellations can be observed, is particularlyDecember through June.You can also enjoy the Southern Cross, the only one in Japan that can be seen in Okinawa.

While listening to detailed explanations by a guide specializing in starry skies, visitors can also observe stars invisible to the naked eye through an astronomical telescope.

It will surely be the best memory to "end the day with star gazing" of your trip to Ishigaki Island♪.

Ishigaki Island/Northern part of Ishigaki Island】Islanders also recognize the beauty☆The first starry sky reserve in Japan "Shooting Star Hill"! Star gazing tour with live sanshin (No.315)開始時間Varies depending on the season.所要時間Approx. 1 hour5,900 yen

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Selected] 5 starry sky spots in Ishigaki Island! Introducing recommended starry sky photo tours with pick-up service!Ishigaki Island, also known as "Star Island", at night, you have to lie on a beach mat and watch the star-filled sky! You can enjoy the beauty of nature with countless shooting stars and fireflies.

Stargazing professionals will guide you☆.
Starry sky photo tour to enjoy one of the best starry skies in Japan

Photographers specializing in starry skies who know Ishigaki Island well will guide you through this precious experience!

You can take pictures of the beautiful starry sky that will surely be a hit on social networking sites. Leave the excitement of the night in your photos, which cannot be captured by a smartphone.

Ishigakijima Island] Guided by a professional stargazing photographer☆Starry sky photo tour to enjoy one of the best starry skies in Japan★Recommended for couples, families, and women's travelers (No.356)開始時間20:00-22:00 (varies)所要時間Approx. 2 hours14,500 yen →7,900yen

Ishigaki Island] Same-day reservations OK! Leave it to a professional photographer specializing in starry skies☆Let's take a memorable shot at a starry sky reserve! Fantastic Starry Sky Photo Plan (No.326)開始時間: Varies depending on the time of year and the movement of the moon.所要時間Approx. 30 min.6,500 yen

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An exciting experience in the night sea of Ishigaki Island!
Night Sea Kayak Tour

In the night kayak tour where you can enjoy the different atmosphere of Ishigaki Island from the daytime, you can lay down on the kayak and enjoy the nature and star-filled sky. It is truly aIt's a national treasure experience.Oh my god!!!

Spending time under the stars while listening to the sound of waves on the quiet night sea will refresh your body and soul.

Ishigaki Island/Night Sea Kayak Tour with free equipment rental and pick-up/drop-off (No.453)開始時間7:00 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.所要時間Approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes14,500 yen →7,900yen

⬇︎Night kayak tours from the spectacular sunset

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

⬇︎Night SUP tour from the spectacular sunset

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

summary

This year's Perseid meteor shower will be the best year for observation conditions, with little influence from moonlight.

Observe beautiful meteor showers on Ishigaki Island and create wonderful memories.

It is a privilege for Ishigaki Island guests to participate in the star gazing night tour. Please join the tour and have an unforgettable time♪

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Selected] 5 starry sky spots in Ishigaki Island! Introducing recommended starry sky photo tours with pick-up service!Ishigaki Island, also known as "Star Island", at night, you have to lie on a beach mat and watch the star-filled sky! You can enjoy the beauty of nature with countless shooting stars and fireflies.

What to do at night in Ishigaki Island? Introducing local people's recommended nightlife & starry night spots!Ishigaki Island is a "Star Island" where you can enjoy both nature and downtown. We will introduce the variety of fun in Ishigaki Island, day and night, such as downtown, outdoor BBQ, and star-filled sky.