Ishigakijima-Osaki Beach
Check it out and make a reservation early☆.
⬇︎Tuk-tuks and electric trikes are also rapidly gaining popularity☆
About Osaki Beach
Located near the southwestern tip of the Yarabū Peninsula in the northwestern part of Ishigaki Island, it is the westernmost beach on the island.
Telegraph shop ruinsOsaki Beach, which stretches out behind [...], is a little less than a 30-minute drive from the city center, so it doesn't attract that many tourists, andHoley beachIt is!
The seawater is incredibly clear, and the white sandy beach is beautiful. The coral in the shallows is absolutely stunning,snorkelingAlso ideal for
How to Get to Osaki Beach
Osaki Beach isIshigakijima Island TerminalIt's about a 30-minute drive from there.
Take National Route 79 southwest along Nagura Bay toward Misaki, andIf you head south from Misakizaki, you'll find a large parking lot.
Right next to that parking lot, there are stairs leading down to Osaki Beach.
Things to Do at Osaki Beach
Since Osaki Beach is located near the northwestern tip of Sakieda, it’s a hidden gem with few visitors, andsnorkelingIt's also perfect for...
However, since this is not a managed beach, if you go on your own, be sure toLet's make sure to maintain strict safety management.The following is a list of the most common problems with the
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Recommended Activities at Osaki Beach
Osaki Beach, where unspoiled nature remains and a rich variety of wildlife thrives.
It’s also a spot known for its unique topography and waves that can sometimes get quite high.
Here are some recommended activities at Osaki Beach.
surfing
Osaki Beach is a popular spot for surfersBeach Surfing SpotsIt is!
It's a hidden gem that doesn't get crowded because not many people know about it. It's a surfing spot suitable for beginners to intermediate surfers.
However, at Osaki Beach,dangerous organismThere are no nets in place to protect against box jellyfish or the "eboshi" phenomenon associated with skipjack tuna. Be especially careful in the water from July through September! Life jackets, wetsuits, and water shoes are required!
Let's have fun while taking safety seriously.
Held on Ishigaki Island! Check out our recommended surfing tours below↓
diving
About 300 meters offshore, a beautiful coral reef spreads out, making it an excellent diving spot.
Cobalt BlueBlue Damselfish and Clownfish...can be seen,Hanagoi Reefand ... andScorpionfish PalaceHighlights include spots where specific fish species can be found.
Held on Ishigaki Island! Learn more about our diving tours below ↓
Recommended Sightseeing Spots Near Osaki Beach
Telegraph shop ruins
The site of the former telegraph office (official name: Submarine Cable Landing Station) is located east of Osaki Beach.The site of a facility built for military purposesIt is.
It was constructed by the Army in 1897 as a submarine cable to connect Taiwan and Japan for military purposes, and remained in use for nearly 50 years until after World War II.
With countless bullet holes in the walls and ceiling, this is a place where you can truly feel the horror of the war as it happened.
Location: Sakieda, Ishigaki City, Okinawa Prefecture
Access: 35 minutes by car from the remote island terminal
Parking: None (there is space for cars to make a U-turn)
Meals (nearby): None
Toilet: None
Ogamizaki
Misakizaki is a cape located at the westernmost tip of Ishigaki Island, north of Osaki Beach. The sight of waves crashing against the cliffs, sending white foam flying, is both thrilling and beautiful.
At the tip of the cape stands the Misaki Lighthouse, and in early spring, the area is blanketed in white and pink by trumpet lilies and hill-blooming moonflowers.
perfectSunset Spot...and it is, too♪
Location: Aza Sakieda, Ishigaki City, Okinawa, Japan
Access: 1 hour and 20 minutes by car from Shin-Ishigaki Airport, 45 minutes by car from Ishigaki Port Remote Island Terminal
Parking: Available (approx. 10 cars) free of charge
Meals (nearby): Available
Toilet: Yes
Yarabudake (Mt. Yarabu)
Mt. Yarabe is a mountain with an elevation of 216.5 meters that rises to the north of Osaki Beach.
At the summit, there istroll's tongueA rock known as [name] stands there, making it a popular photo spot.
Please choose a trail that suits your fitness level. Sakieda Elementary and Junior High School is nearby, and since the students there also hike this mountain, even beginners can enjoy the hike with ease.
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Access: 30 minutes by car from downtown Ishigaki
Parking: No dedicated parking, paid parking available nearby.
Osaki Beach Details
| Location | Sakieda, Ishigaki City, Okinawa Prefecture (View Map) |
| Access | About a 30-minute drive from the Ishigaki Island Remote Islands Terminal |
| parking lot | ant |
| toilet | nashi (Pyrus pyrifolia, esp. var. culta) |
| Business Hours | - |
