Top 10 Specialties of Ishigaki Island: A Guide to Dining, Lunch, and Souvenirs to Enjoy the Taste of Okinawa!
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Enjoy Ishigaki Island's famous gourmet food!
Ishigaki Island is known not only for its beautiful sea and natural environment, but also for its rich culinary culture.
Dishes made with fresh local ingredients and unique Okinawan flavors.and is a gourmet treasure trove for travelers!
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7 famous souvenirs of Ishigaki Island
One of the most enjoyable ways to commemorate your trip to Ishigaki Island is to purchase a unique local souvenir.
Here we have carefully selected seven popular souvenirs from Ishigaki Island.
Red Potato Tart
Tarts made with beni-imo, a typical Okinawan ingredient, are very popular as souvenirs from Ishigaki Island!There are
This dish, made with sweet red sweet potato paste wrapped in a crispy tart dough, is easy to eat and pleases everyone.
Ishigaki salt pickled dumplings
Okinawa's specialty, Chinsuko,Shio-chinsuko" with the addition of Ishigaki Island's famous salt is a perfect harmony of saltiness and sweetness♪
The crispy texture of the chinsuko and the subtle salt flavor enhance its Okinawan charm.
Brown Sugar Chocolate
Ishigaki Island is famous for its brown sugar, and chocolates made from this brown sugar are a popular souvenir among the locals.
The deep flavor of brown sugar blends beautifully with chocolate to create a sweet and rich taste.
Sea Salt from Uruma
Uruma Sea Salt, made from Okinawan seawater, is rich in sea minerals and is perfect for any dish.
Its simple yet profound flavor enhances dishes and allows you to feel the Okinawan flavor at home!
red pepper
Essential to Okinawan cuisine, island peppers have a distinctive pungent flavor and are a versatile seasoning that adds an accent to meals.
Especially the island peppers of Ishigaki Island.Aromatic and pungent with a strong pungent tasteIt is.
Ishigakijima Local Beer
Made with local ingredientsIshigakijima Ji Beer" has a refreshing taste.It is.
Beer nurtured with the rich nature of Okinawa makes a great souvenir as a reminder of your trip.
Japanese onion (edible plant, Allium thunbergii)
Shima Rakkyo is a specialty of Okinawa and is characterized by its crunchy texture and moderately spicy flavor.
It is commonly eaten pickled in salt or vinegar, and is a great snack☆.
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3 specialty foods that can only be tasted on Ishigaki Island
Ishigaki Island offers gourmet food that cannot be found on the main island of Okinawa and can only be enjoyed here.
We carefully select and introduce dishes using local ingredients and specialty gourmet foods that allow you to enjoy the unique flavors of Ishigaki Island.
Ishigaki beef
Ishigaki beef is a specialty of Ishigaki Island,The meat is very tender and the fat is sweetIt is!
Ishigaki beef steaks, yakiniku, and shabu-shabu are some of the must-try dishes during your trip.
Ishigaki beef served at local restaurants offers a rich flavor that cannot be found anywhere else.
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Yaeyama soba (buckwheat noodles)
On Ishigaki Island, Yaeyama soba is especially famous,Characteristic features are the gentle taste of the soup and the round noodlesIt is.
Yaeyama soba is often served in a pork bone-based soup topped with soki (spare ribs), a specialty of Ishigaki Island, and is a favorite among the locals.
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Specialty Onigiri "Onisasa" (rice ball)
Onisasa" is a popular rice ball on Ishigaki Island, especially among touristsThere are
This rice ball is made with fresh fish sashimi and Okinawan specialty ingredients on top of rice.is beautiful to look at and offers a taste that is uniquely Okinawan!
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Dining at Ishigaki Island's famous gourmet restaurants
Lunch Spot
Ishigaki Island has many dining spots where you can enjoy many specialty foods. In this article, we will introduce some of the most recommended dining and lunch spots.
Hitoshi Main Store
Hitoshi Honten is a popular local izakaya where you can enjoy dishes using fresh fish and Ishigaki beef.
Recommended for dinner as you can enjoy the taste of Okinawa in a relaxed atmosphere.It is!
Access: Ishigaki AirportApproximately 30 minutes by car from
Business hours: 17:00~23:30
Closed: Wednesday
Akki, the island's song place
Akki" is an izakaya that serves Okinawan cuisine using fresh seafood from Ishigaki Island.
In particular, the seared sushi with Ishigaki beef is exquisite and well received by visitors!
Access: Ishigaki AirportApproximately 30 minutes by car from
Business hours: 11:00~13:30（(Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday, Holidays)17:00~23:00
Closed: Wednesday
vanilla deli
Vanilla Deli is a hamburger restaurant that uses local ingredients from Ishigaki Island.
The juicy hamburger using Ishigaki beef is popular and perfect for lunch♪
Access: Ishigaki AirportApproximately 25 minutes by car from
Business hours: 11:30~20:00
Closed: No regular holidays
Tofu no Higa
Tofu no Higa is a restaurant that serves Okinawa's specialty Yushi Tofu.
The menu is perfect for breakfast and offers healthy and tasty dishes.
Access: Ishigaki AirportApproximately 25 minutes by car from
Hours of operation: 6:30~15:00
Closed: Sunday
Fish snacks and island cuisine Ajima Ajima Shop
Fish snacks and island cuisine Ajima Ajima Shoten is a popular restaurant serving Okinawan cuisine made with fresh seafood.
The restaurant offers a variety of local delicacies, such as Yaeyama uni giri (sea urchin balls).
Access: Ishigaki AirportApproximately 30 minutes by car from
Business hours: 12:00~23:00
Closed: No regular holidays
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Frequently asked questions (FAQ) about Ishigaki Island specialties
Souvenirs of Ishigaki Island can be purchased at tourist attractions, airports, ports, and shopping centers on the island. Especially recommended are "Ishigaki Civic Hall", "Ishigaki Port Terminal", and large commercial facilities such as "AEON Ishigaki". These places have a wide selection of Ishigaki Island's specialties. There is also a souvenir store in the airport, where you can easily purchase before leaving.
Many souvenirs from Ishigaki Island can be stored for a long time. For example, brown sugar and Ishigaki salt are popular because they can be preserved and used daily at home. Ishigaki Island local beer and brown sugar chocolates can also be stored for a long time. These can be enjoyed slowly after the trip and make great gifts.
Ishigaki Island has many delicious desserts. Especially recommended are "Brown Sugar Ice Cream" and "Beni Imo Tart" using brown sugar produced in Ishigaki Island. The brown sugar ice cream is characterized by its mild sweetness and rich flavor. Beni imo tart is a traditional Okinawan sweetness, with the natural sweetness of beni imo and the crispiness of the tart dough perfectly balanced.
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Ishigaki Island offers not only beautiful nature unique to Okinawa, but also a rich culinary culture.
Make sure to keep a close eye on the specialty foods, souvenirs, and lunch spots you want to savor during your trip, and enjoy a wonderful and memorable trip.
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