Yaeyama Islands Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Ishigaki showing scuba, coral and marine life
Ishigaki showing marine life and colourful reefs
Ishigaki which includes food
Ishigaki which includes food
Ishigaki which includes food

Where to stay in Yaeyama Islands

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Ishigaki

While Ishigaki isn't home to many top sights, Ishigaki Island Ferry Terminal and Ishigaki Island Limestone Cave are some notable places to visit nearby.

Ishigaki
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Arakawa

If you're spending some time in Arakawa, Fusaki Beach and Iriomote-Ishigaki National Park are top sights worth seeing.

Arakawa
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Misakicho

While there might not be top attractions in Misakicho, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Ishigaki Island Ferry Terminal and Euglena Mall.

Misakicho
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Maezato

If you're spending some time in Maezato, Maezato Beach and Iriomote-Ishigaki National Park are top sights worth seeing.

Maezato
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Tonogusuku

While there might not be top attractions in Tonogusuku, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Ishigaki Island Ferry Terminal and Euglena Mall.

Tonogusuku
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Shineicho

When in Shineicho, you can plan a visit to Ishigaki Island Ferry Terminal and Euglena Mall, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Shineicho
ANA InterContinental Ishigaki Resort by IHG

ANA InterContinental Ishigaki Resort by IHG

4.5 out of 5
354-1 Maesato, Ishigaki, Okinawa-ken
The price is AU$285 per night from 12 Nov to 13 Nov
AU$285
12 Nov - 13 Nov
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Ishigaki. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 outdoor pools, and 5 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
"Positive: - The breakfast options were good - The main pool is big and looks good - The staff was polite and helpful (although not as much as one would see in other parts of Japan) Negative: - The hotel looked a bit dated - a DVD player in 2025 isn't really necessary... - Key places for a good vacation ..."

Reviewed on 14 Sept 2025

ANA InterContinental Ishigaki Resort by IHG
Comfort Hotel Ishigaki Island

Comfort Hotel Ishigaki Island

3 out of 5
340 Maezato, Ishigaki, Okinawa
The price is AU$86 per night from 4 Nov to 5 Nov
AU$86
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Ishigaki. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Ishigaki Island Ferry Terminal ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (233 reviews)
"Everything was perfect, clean, simple check in, laundry on site and free bike rentals available. Plenty of parking right in front of the door throughout our stay too. There were also a ton of options for food at breakfast (which was free 🤗) wouldn’t have changed anything about this place except ..."

Reviewed on 8 Oct 2025

Comfort Hotel Ishigaki Island
Nest Hotel Ishigaki Maesato Beach

Nest Hotel Ishigaki Maesato Beach

3 out of 5
345-4 Maezato, Ishigaki, Okinawa
The price is AU$79 per night from 5 Nov to 6 Nov
AU$79
5 Nov - 6 Nov
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Ishigaki. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Ishigaki Island Ferry Terminal and ...
7.8/10 Good! (76 reviews)
"The hotel have a small pool, around 5 min walk to the beach,"

Reviewed on 8 July 2025

Nest Hotel Ishigaki Maesato Beach
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Mr.KINJO GRAND CATS

Mr.KINJO GRAND CATS

2 out of 5
2-chome-3-39 Hamasakicho, Ishigaki, Okinawa
Stay at this aparthotel in Ishigaki. Enjoy free WiFi and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Ishigaki Island Ferry Terminal and Fusaki Beach are located ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (113 reviews)
"部屋は割合と大きく、ベットも気持ち良く寝れました。離島フェリーターミナルから歩いて約10分と、便利な場所だと思います。食事は付いていませんが、飲食店も10分以内の所にあるので不便は感じませんでした。"

Reviewed on 28 May 2025

Mr.KINJO GRAND CATS
HOTEL Ishigakijima 2020

HOTEL Ishigakijima 2020

3 out of 5
Maezato 412-1, Ishigaki, Okinawa
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in Ishigaki. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Ishigaki Island Ferry Terminal and Fusaki ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (235 reviews)
Good stay w limited baggage space
"Overall good stay except that there was very limited space to open our luggages. Suggest they should remove the big chair set to provide more space."

Reviewed on 1 Sept 2025

HOTEL Ishigakijima 2020
VIVOVIVA ISHIGAKIJIMA

VIVOVIVA ISHIGAKIJIMA

3.5 out of 5
Shinkawafunagura 2485-3, Ishigaki, Okinawa
Stay at this 3.5-star condo in Ishigaki. Enjoy free WiFi, onsite spa services, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Fusaki Beach and Ishigaki Island ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (17 reviews)
"My family and I had a good time in Vivoviva. The front desk lady was helpful. She helped us to call the restaurant for booking. The room is spacious. I love the balcony. The sea view is gorgeous! At night, we can see stars around us. We had good sleeping there."

Reviewed on 15 Aug 2025

VIVOVIVA ISHIGAKIJIMA
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Popular places to visit

Ishigaki Island Ferry Terminal

Ishigaki Island Ferry Terminal

Explore the waterfront in Ishigaki with a trip to Ishigaki Island Ferry Terminal. Wander the beaches and waterfront in the area.

Ishigaki Island Ferry Terminal
Kabira Bay Beach which includes a sandy beach and boating as well as a small group of people

Kabira Bay Beach

Feel the crunch of the glorious white sand on the soles of your feet on this secluded beach where black pearls are cultured.

Kabira Bay Beach
Kabira Bay

Kabira Bay

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Kabira Bay during your travels in Ishigaki?

Kabira Bay
Yonehara Beach

Yonehara Beach

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Yonehara Beach during your travels in Fukai?

Yonehara Beach
Sukuji Beach

Sukuji Beach

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Sukuji Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Ishigaki.

Sukuji Beach
Hateruma Island Starlight Tower

Hateruma Island Starlight Tower

Enjoy an outing to Hateruma Island Starlight Tower during your stay in Taketomi. Stroll along the waterfront or visit the monuments while you're in the area.

Hateruma Island Starlight Tower

Cities near Yaeyama Islands

Kabira Bay Beach featuring a beach and boating

Ishigaki

Photo "Haimi" by VKaeru (CC BY-SA) / Cropped from original
Photo by VKaeru (CC BY-SA)

Haimi

Fukai

Fukai

Photo "Uehara" by saku5885 (CC BY) / Cropped from original
Photo by saku5885 (CC BY)

Uehara