How to get to and play on Ishigaki Island's beach, Idona Beach!

Hello everyone!
Ishigaki Island is the number one resort in Japan with beautiful blue sea and white sand. Ishigaki Island is dotted with various beaches, and many people may have a hard time deciding which beach to go to. If you have been to Ishigaki Island many times and want to visit a different beach, we recommend Idona Beach. It is easy to access from the airport, and you can enjoy the private beach feeling because there are not many tourists.
This article introduced Idona Beach.

 

 

 

 

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What is Edna Beach?

 

 

As mentioned at the beginning of this article, Idona Beach is located only 20 minutes by car from Shin-Ishigaki Airport. It is called "Idona Beach" because it is located near a village called "Idona". It is located in the northern part of Ishigaki Island and there are few tourists, so you can enjoy a calm beach. Because of its northern location, the waves tend to be stronger during the winter season when the northerly winds are strong.

 

 

 

The beach is shallow with a large difference in tidal range, so it is recommended to wear marine shoes because the rocks protrude at low tide. It is a very calm beach, so beachcombing, looking for and observing drift and fallen objects on the beach, can also be enjoyed. After spring, when the winds change from northerly to southerly, the waves are calmer.sea kayakand ... andSUPThe environment is also suitable for marine activities such as The environment is also suitable for water sports such as Be aware that the tidal currents are fast in some areas.

 

 

How to get to Idona Beach

 

 

Idona Beach is located about 25 minutes drive from Ishigaki Airport. It can also be accessed by car or bus!

 

Access by car

It can be found along the road from Shin-Ishigaki Airport on Prefectural Route 79 in the direction of Nosoko. The road is rich in nature, so you can enjoy the live without getting bored. On the other hand, from Ishigaki Port Terminal, it takes about 35 minutes by car via Prefectural Route 87.

 

When accessing by motorcycle

As with the car, you can reach it quickly via Prefectural Route 79. It is advisable to buy cold drinks along the way or in the city center to avoid heat stroke due to the extremely strong sunlight.

 

Access by local bus

If you take the Route 2 West Circle Line, get off at "Itona" and walk for about 10 minutes to the destination. The number of buses is limited, so be sure to check the time of your return trip.

 

More information about Idona Beach

 

 

Idona Beach, a calm and serene beach located in an easily accessible location, is characterized by white sand with reddish tints.
As mentioned above, the locals frequent this beach because of its proximity to the village of Itona. The sound of the rippling waves echoing off the quiet beach is very pleasant. The beach is also home to an abundance of fish, so snorkeling and diving can be enjoyed. There is also a diving store nearby,snorkelingand diving equipment can be purchased or rented.

 

 

 

During the hot season, the waves are basically calm and water sports such as canoeing and SUP can be enjoyed. At night, the surrounding area is pitch black with no outside lights, and the sky is filled with stars. Despite its beautiful and serene atmosphere, Idona Beach also has some dangers.

 

dangerous organism

 

 

There are many dangerous creatures in the ocean. Even in shallow water like at Idona Beach, you need to be careful.
One of the marine hazards of Ishigaki Island is the bonefish. The bonefish has a jelly-like body, and while drifting in the sea, it injects its venom into anything it touches by extending its tentacles tens of meters into the sea. They are generally found drifting towards the ocean, but are sometimes washed up in the shallows or on the beach by the waves because of their planktonic nature. Also, because the beaches are largely unmanaged and unspoiled, they are not netted against habu jellyfish, so habu jellyfish can also drift in. Stings are itchy and painful. Be careful, as a second sting can be life-threatening due to anaphylactic shock. If you are stung, take the following measures

 

1. habu jellyfish

(1) Sprinkle vinegar on it and deal with it.
(2) Steroids to be applied

 

2. bonito boar

(1) Remove tentacles while applying seawater
(2) We recommend bringing steroids to apply.

 

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The currents are fast in some places. Join a diving or snorkeling tour and follow the guide's safe directions.
There are no facilities or restaurants due to the pristine nature of the beach, but if you go to the village of Nosoko, you will find some restaurants. Here is an introduction to some of them.

 

Restaurants near Idona Beach

 

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Kitchen Misaki is an eatery about 2 km from Idona Beach, accessible by car in about 5 minutes.
It is a very popular diner, where you can taste Okinawan local dishes such as goat soup and squid soup. Goats are raised in the garden and can be observed.

 

 

Mexican Cuisine Amigo

Mexican Cuisine Amigo is an eatery about 3.5 km from Idona Beach and a 10-minute drive.
As the name of the restaurant suggests, Mexican food is the main food served. The tacos made with taco meat are excellent and popular among both tourists and locals. The generous portions make them extremely satisfying.

 

 

How to play at Idona Beach

 

 

This quiet beach is recommended for those who want to be in a calm atmosphere.
It is also home to many fish, so you can enjoy snorkeling and diving!
Check tide charts and weather information before going out to play, as the tides can be fast and the winds can be strong in northerly areas.

 

 

summary

We introduced Idona Beach. How was it?
Check out Idona Beach, a secluded beach with a calm atmosphere and easy access!
The following is a list of such recommendations for Idona Beach.

 

 

Please check the above and visit Idona Beach.
Thank you for reading to the end!

 

 

 

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