{"id":30334,"date":"2026-01-09T15:03:33","date_gmt":"2026-01-09T06:03:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/?p=30334"},"modified":"2026-02-10T16:43:45","modified_gmt":"2026-02-10T07:43:45","slug":"%e3%80%902026%e5%b9%b4%e6%9c%80%e6%96%b0%e3%80%91%e7%9f%b3%e5%9e%a3%e5%b3%b6%e3%82%af%e3%83%ab%e3%83%bc%e3%82%ba%e8%88%b9%e5%af%84%e6%b8%af%e3%82%ac%e3%82%a4%e3%83%89%ef%bd%9c%e6%b8%af%e3%82%a2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/30334","title":{"rendered":"[Updated for 2026] Guide to Cruise Ship Stops on Ishigaki Island | A Comprehensive Guide to Port Access, Tourist Attractions, and Activities"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Hello everyone!<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>One of the largest activity stores in Ishigaki Island<br \/>\n<span style=\"background: linear-gradient(rgba(255, 255, 102, 0) 60%, #ffff66 60%); font-size: 16px;\"><strong>\"Ishigaki Island ADVENTURE PiPi\"<\/strong><\/span>It is!<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Ishigaki Island, one of Japan's top tourist destinations, has in recent years<span style=\"background: linear-gradient(rgba(255, 255, 102, 0) 60%, #ffff66 60%); font-size: 16px;\"><strong>Cruise Ship<\/strong><\/span>It's also a very popular port of call.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Following the COVID-19 pandemic, cruise travel has resumed, and by 2024, the total number of<span style=\"background: linear-gradient(rgba(255, 255, 102, 0) 60%, #ffff66 60%); font-size: 16px;\"><strong>Nearly 300,000 passengers<\/strong><\/span>visited Ishigaki Island.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>In this article, we\u2019ll cover port information you\u2019ll want to know when arriving on Ishigaki Island by cruise ship, how to get to the city center, and sightseeing options you can enjoy even during a short stay.<span style=\"background: linear-gradient(rgba(255, 255, 102, 0) 60%, #ffff66 60%); font-size: 16px;\"><strong>spot<\/strong><\/span>Here are some of the activities we offer.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Please use this as a guide to help you make the most of your time on Ishigaki Island!<\/p>\n<p><b><div class=\"su-button-center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/en\/activity\/#header2\" class=\"su-button su-button-style-glass\" style=\"color:#FFFFFF;background-color:#009beb;border-color:#007cbc;border-radius:7px;-moz-border-radius:7px;-webkit-border-radius:7px\" target=\"_self\" title=\"Link to Miyako Island Activities Page\"><span style=\"color:#FFFFFF;padding:7px 20px;font-size:16px;line-height:24px;border-color:#4db9f1;border-radius:7px;-moz-border-radius:7px;-webkit-border-radius:7px;text-shadow:1px 1px 1px #000000;-moz-text-shadow:1px 1px 1px #000000;-webkit-text-shadow:1px 1px 1px #000000\"><i class=\"sui sui-hand-o-right\" style=\"font-size:16px;color:#ffffff\"><\/i> Activities available on Ishigaki Island<br \/>\nFor more information, click here!<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/b><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_65 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-light-blue ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6ac058778ae90\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #6d6d6d;color:#6d6d6d\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #6d6d6d;color:#6d6d6d\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseprofile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6ac058778ae90\"  aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/30334\/#%E7%9F%B3%E5%9E%A3%E5%B3%B6%E3%81%AF%E3%82%AF%E3%83%AB%E3%83%BC%E3%82%BA%E8%88%B9%E3%81%AE_%E4%BA%BA%E6%B0%97%E5%AF%84%E6%B8%AF%E5%9C%B0%EF%BC%81_%E9%AD%85%E5%8A%9B%E3%81%A8%E5%8F%97%E3%81%91%E5%85%A5%E3%82%8C%E7%8A%B6%E6%B3%81\" title=\"Ishigaki Island Is a Popular Cruise Ship Port of Call! Its Charms and Reception Capacity\">Ishigaki Island is a \npopular port of call for cruise ships! \nIts Charms and Reception Capacity<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/30334\/#%E7%9F%B3%E5%9E%A3%E5%B3%B6%E3%81%AE%E3%82%AF%E3%83%AB%E3%83%BC%E3%82%BA%E8%88%B9%E5%85%A5%E6%B8%AF%E5%A0%B4%E6%89%80\" title=\"Cruise Ship Docking Locations on Ishigaki Island\">Cruise Ship Docking Locations on Ishigaki Island<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/30334\/#%E7%9F%B3%E5%9E%A3%E5%B3%B6%E3%81%AE%E5%B8%82%E8%A1%97%E5%9C%B0%E3%81%B8%E3%81%AE%E3%82%A2%E3%82%AF%E3%82%BB%E3%82%B9\" title=\"Access to Ishigaki Island&#039;s City Center\">Access to Ishigaki Island's City Center<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/30334\/#%E5%BE%92%E6%AD%A9\" title=\"On foot\">On foot<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/30334\/#%E7%84%A1%E6%96%99%E3%82%B7%E3%83%A3%E3%83%88%E3%83%AB%E3%83%90%E3%82%B9\" title=\"Free Shuttle Bus\">Free Shuttle Bus<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/30334\/#%E3%82%BF%E3%82%AF%E3%82%B7%E3%83%BC\" title=\"cab\">cab<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/30334\/#%E3%83%AC%E3%83%B3%E3%82%BF%E3%82%AB%E3%83%BC\" title=\"rent-a-car\">rent-a-car<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/30334\/#%E8%B7%AF%E7%B7%9A%E3%83%90%E3%82%B9\" title=\"scheduled bus\">scheduled bus<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/30334\/#%E3%82%AF%E3%83%AB%E3%83%BC%E3%82%BA%E8%88%B9%E3%81%A7%E7%9F%B3%E5%9E%A3%E5%B3%B6%E3%81%AB%E5%AF%84%E6%B8%AF%E3%81%99%E3%82%8B_%E9%9A%9B%E3%81%AE%E6%B3%A8%E6%84%8F%E7%82%B9%E3%83%BB%E4%BA%8B%E5%89%8D%E6%BA%96%E5%82%99\" title=\"Things to Keep in Mind and Preparations to Make When a Cruise Ship Docks at Ishigaki Island\">Things to Keep in Mind and Preparations to Make\nWhen a Cruise Ship Docks at Ishigaki Island<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/30334\/#%E6%99%82%E9%96%93%E9%85%8D%E5%88%86%E3%81%A8%E3%82%B9%E3%82%B1%E3%82%B8%E3%83%A5%E3%83%BC%E3%83%AB%E7%AE%A1%E7%90%86\" title=\"Time Allocation and Schedule Management\">Time Allocation and Schedule Management<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/30334\/#%E4%BA%A4%E9%80%9A%E6%89%8B%E6%AE%B5%E3%81%AF%E4%BA%8B%E5%89%8D%E4%BA%88%E7%B4%84%E3%82%92\" title=\"Please make advance reservations for transportation.\">Please make advance reservations for transportation.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/30334\/#%E5%A4%A9%E5%80%99%E3%83%BB%E6%B5%B7%E6%B3%81%E3%81%AB%E3%82%88%E3%82%8B%E5%BD%B1%E9%9F%BF\" title=\"Impact of Weather and Sea Conditions\">Impact of Weather and Sea Conditions<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/30334\/#%E6%9C%8D%E8%A3%85%E3%83%BB%E6%8C%81%E3%81%A1%E7%89%A9\" title=\"Clothing and personal belongings\">Clothing and personal belongings<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/30334\/#%E5%9C%B0%E5%9B%B3%E3%82%A2%E3%83%97%E3%83%AA%E3%81%A8%E7%8F%BE%E5%9C%B0%E6%83%85%E5%A0%B1\" title=\"Map Apps and Local Information\">Map Apps and Local Information<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/30334\/#%E5%B3%B6%E6%99%82%E9%96%93%E3%82%92%E6%A5%BD%E3%81%97%E3%82%80%E5%BF%83%E6%A7%8B%E3%81%88\" title=\"How to Get in the Right Mindset to Enjoy &quot;Island Time&quot;\">How to Get in the Right Mindset to Enjoy \"Island Time\"<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/30334\/#%E3%82%AF%E3%83%AB%E3%83%BC%E3%82%BA%E5%AF%84%E6%B8%AF%E4%B8%AD%E3%81%AB%E8%A8%AA%E3%82%8C%E3%81%9F%E3%81%84_%E7%9F%B3%E5%9E%A3%E5%B3%B6%E3%81%AE%E8%A6%B3%E5%85%89%E3%82%B9%E3%83%9D%E3%83%83%E3%83%88\" title=\"Sightseeing Spots on Ishigaki Island to Visit During a Cruise Stopover\">Places to Visit on Ishigaki Island \nDuring a Cruise Stopover<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/30334\/#%E5%B7%9D%E5%B9%B3%E6%B9%BE%EF%BC%88%E3%81%8B%E3%81%B3%E3%82%89%E6%B9%BE%EF%BC%89\" title=\"Kabira Bay\">Kabira Bay<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/30334\/#%E7%9F%B3%E5%9E%A3%E3%82%84%E3%81%84%E3%81%BE%E6%9D%91\" title=\"Ishigaki Yaima Village\">Ishigaki Yaima Village<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/30334\/#%E3%83%A6%E3%83%BC%E3%82%B0%E3%83%AC%E3%83%8A%E3%83%A2%E3%83%BC%E3%83%AB\" title=\"Euglena Mall\">Euglena Mall<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/30334\/#%E7%AB%B9%E5%AF%8C%E5%B3%B6%EF%BC%88%E3%81%9F%E3%81%91%E3%81%A8%E3%81%BF%E3%81%98%E3%81%BE%EF%BC%89\" title=\"Taketomi Island\">Taketomi Island<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/30334\/#%E7%9F%B3%E5%9E%A3%E5%B3%B6%E3%82%AF%E3%83%AB%E3%83%BC%E3%82%BA%E6%97%85%E8%A1%8C%E3%81%AB_%E3%81%8A%E3%81%99%E3%81%99%E3%82%81%E3%81%AE%E3%82%A2%E3%82%AF%E3%83%86%E3%82%A3%E3%83%93%E3%83%86%E3%82%A35%E9%81%B8\" title=\"5 Recommended Activities for a Cruise Trip to Ishigaki Island\">5 Recommended Activities for \nYour Ishigaki Island Cruise<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/30334\/#%E2%91%A0%E9%9D%92%E3%81%AE%E6%B4%9E%E7%AA%9F%E3%82%B7%E3%83%A5%E3%83%8E%E3%83%BC%E3%82%B1%E3%83%AA%E3%83%B3%E3%82%B0%EF%BC%86_%E3%83%9E%E3%83%B3%E3%82%B0%E3%83%AD%E3%83%BC%E3%83%96SUP%E3%82%AB%E3%83%8C%E3%83%BC\" title=\"\u2460 Blue Cave Snorkeling &amp; Mangrove SUP\/Canoeing\">\u2460 Blue Cave Snorkeling &amp; \nMangrove SUP\/Canoeing<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/30334\/#%E2%91%A1_%E5%B7%9D%E5%B9%B3%E6%B9%BESUP%E3%82%AF%E3%83%AB%E3%83%BC%E3%82%B8%E3%83%B3%E3%82%B0\" title=\"\u2461 SUP Cruising in Kabira Bay\">\u2461 SUP Cruising in Kabira Bay<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/30334\/#%E2%91%A2%E5%B9%BB%E3%81%AE%E5%B3%B6%E4%B8%8A%E9%99%B8%EF%BC%86%E3%82%B7%E3%83%A5%E3%83%8E%E3%83%BC%E3%82%B1%E3%83%AA%E3%83%B3%E3%82%B0\" title=\"Landing &amp; Snorkeling\">Landing &amp; Snorkeling<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/30334\/#%E2%91%A3%E3%83%9E%E3%83%B3%E3%82%B0%E3%83%AD%E3%83%BC%E3%83%96%E3%82%AB%E3%83%8C%E3%83%BC\" title=\"4) Mangrove canoeing\">4) Mangrove canoeing<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/30334\/#%E2%91%A4%E8%B2%B8%E5%88%87VIP%E3%83%81%E3%83%A3%E3%83%BC%E3%82%BF%E3%83%BC%E3%83%84%E3%82%A2%E3%83%BC\" title=\"\u2464 Private VIP Charter Tour\">\u2464 Private VIP Charter Tour<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-27\" href=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/30334\/#%E3%81%95%E3%81%84%E3%81%94%E3%81%AB\" title=\"in the end\">in the end<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E7%9F%B3%E5%9E%A3%E5%B3%B6%E3%81%AF%E3%82%AF%E3%83%AB%E3%83%BC%E3%82%BA%E8%88%B9%E3%81%AE_%E4%BA%BA%E6%B0%97%E5%AF%84%E6%B8%AF%E5%9C%B0%EF%BC%81_%E9%AD%85%E5%8A%9B%E3%81%A8%E5%8F%97%E3%81%91%E5%85%A5%E3%82%8C%E7%8A%B6%E6%B3%81\"><\/span>Ishigaki Island is a popular destination for cruise ships.<br \/>\nPopular Port of Call!<br \/>\nAppeal and Acceptance<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/S__155738146-640x480-1.webp\" alt=\"\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" class=\"size-full wp-image-33209 aligncenter\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/S__155738146-640x480-1.webp 640w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/S__155738146-640x480-1-320x240.webp 320w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/S__155738146-640x480-1-16x12.webp 16w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Ishigaki Island is the gateway to the Yaeyama Islands and a remote island tourist destination where visitors can enjoy beautiful natural scenery and tropical culture.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Thanks to its appeal, many large cruise ships call at the port, making it a top destination for Okinawa cruises alongside Naha Port and Miyako Island.<span style=\"background: linear-gradient(rgba(255, 255, 102, 0) 60%, #ffff66 60%); font-size: 16px;\"><strong>Popular Port of Call<\/strong><\/span>The first two are the following!<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>A wide variety of ships, including the \u201cDiamond Princess\u201d\u2014a familiar sight on cruises departing from and returning to Japan\u2014as well as international vessels such as the \u201cMSC Bellissima\u201d and the \u201cCosta Serena,\u201d among others,<span style=\"background: linear-gradient(rgba(255, 255, 102, 0) 60%, #ffff66 60%); font-size: 16px;\"><strong>Large Passenger Ship<\/strong><\/span>...makes regular stops on Ishigaki Island.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Efforts are currently underway on Ishigaki Island to improve the infrastructure for receiving cruise ships, and<span style=\"background: linear-gradient(rgba(255, 255, 102, 0) 60%, #ffff66 60%); font-size: 16px;\"><strong>Expansion of port facilities and shuttle bus service<\/strong><\/span>Measures are being taken to ensure that all passengers can enjoy their sightseeing comfortably.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E7%9F%B3%E5%9E%A3%E5%B3%B6%E3%81%AE%E3%82%AF%E3%83%AB%E3%83%BC%E3%82%BA%E8%88%B9%E5%85%A5%E6%B8%AF%E5%A0%B4%E6%89%80\"><\/span>Cruise Ship Docking Locations on Ishigaki Island<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-30423 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/stephanie-klepacki-mWMakqlrMfw-unsplash.jpg\" alt=\"Large Passenger Ships - Free Images\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/stephanie-klepacki-mWMakqlrMfw-unsplash.jpg 640w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/stephanie-klepacki-mWMakqlrMfw-unsplash-320x240.jpg 320w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/stephanie-klepacki-mWMakqlrMfw-unsplash-16x12.jpg 16w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>The first thing to keep in mind is the location of the port where the cruise ship docks.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>On Ishigaki Island, there is a \u201c<span style=\"background: linear-gradient(rgba(255, 255, 102, 0) 60%, #ffff66 60%); font-size: 16px;\"><strong>Shinko Cruise Pier<\/strong><\/span>\"We will dock at [...].<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>It is located about 3 km from the city center, where the Ishigaki Port Remote Islands Terminal is located, and takes about 40 minutes to walk there.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>The main routes from the port to the city center (around Euglena Mall and the Public Market)<span style=\"background: linear-gradient(rgba(255, 255, 102, 0) 60%, #ffff66 60%); font-size: 16px;\"><strong>Means of transportation<\/strong><\/span>We'll cover that in the next section.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E7%9F%B3%E5%9E%A3%E5%B3%B6%E3%81%AE%E5%B8%82%E8%A1%97%E5%9C%B0%E3%81%B8%E3%81%AE%E3%82%A2%E3%82%AF%E3%82%BB%E3%82%B9\"><\/span>Access to Ishigaki Island's City Center<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-26413 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/4950922_s.jpg\" alt=\"Euglena Mall\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/4950922_s.jpg 640w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/4950922_s-320x240.jpg 320w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>There are several ways to get there from the port, but the most important one is<span style=\"background: linear-gradient(rgba(255, 255, 102, 0) 60%, #ffff66 60%); font-size: 16px;\"><strong>Decide on your mode of transportation in advance<\/strong><\/span>This is to say.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>On days when cruise ships dock, there tends to be a shortage of taxis and rental cars on the island, so be sure to make your reservations in advance to avoid last-minute rushes.<\/p>\n<p><strong><div class=\"su-button-center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/23519\/\" class=\"su-button su-button-style-glass\" style=\"color:#FFFFFF;background-color:#009beb;border-color:#007cbc;border-radius:7px;-moz-border-radius:7px;-webkit-border-radius:7px\" target=\"_self\" title=\"Link to the page about car rentals on Ishigaki Island\"><span style=\"color:#FFFFFF;padding:7px 20px;font-size:16px;line-height:24px;border-color:#4db9f1;border-radius:7px;-moz-border-radius:7px;-webkit-border-radius:7px;text-shadow:1px 1px 1px #000000;-moz-text-shadow:1px 1px 1px #000000;-webkit-text-shadow:1px 1px 1px #000000\"><i class=\"sui sui-hand-o-right\" style=\"font-size:16px;color:#ffffff\"><\/i> About Car Rental on Ishigaki Island<br \/>\nFor more information, click here!<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E5%BE%92%E6%AD%A9\"><\/span><span style=\"font-size: 20px;\">On foot<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-15307 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/IMG_8711-1-640x480.jpg\" alt=\"Southern Gate Bridge\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"background: linear-gradient(rgba(255, 255, 102, 0) 60%, #ffff66 60%); font-size: 16px;\"><strong>Southern Gate Bridge<\/strong><\/span>This route takes you across that large bridge and into the city center. It takes about 40 to 50 minutes.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Since there are steep hills and strong sunlight along the way, it may be quite strenuous for those who aren't used to walking or for those traveling with children.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Typical of tropical regions<span style=\"background: linear-gradient(rgba(255, 255, 102, 0) 60%, #ffff66 60%); font-size: 16px;\"><strong>weather variability<\/strong><\/span>When you factor in the heat and strong UV rays, walking isn't really a practical option.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E7%84%A1%E6%96%99%E3%82%B7%E3%83%A3%E3%83%88%E3%83%AB%E3%83%90%E3%82%B9\"><\/span><span style=\"font-size: 20px;\">Free Shuttle Bus<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-27091 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/S__181395470-640x480.jpg\" alt=\"Bus Travel\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/S__181395470-640x480.jpg 640w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/S__181395470-1280x960.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/S__181395470-320x240.jpg 320w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/S__181395470-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/S__181395470.jpg 1478w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Depending on the cruise line or travel agency, between the port and the remote island terminal,<span style=\"background: linear-gradient(rgba(255, 255, 102, 0) 60%, #ffff66 60%); font-size: 16px;\"><strong>Dedicated Shuttle Bus<\/strong><\/span>We may operate this service.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>It's convenient because it takes only about 10 minutes to reach the city center, but when large ships arrive, there tends to be a rush of passengers, so it can get crowded.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Depending on the flight,<span style=\"background: linear-gradient(rgba(255, 255, 102, 0) 60%, #ffff66 60%); font-size: 16px;\"><strong>Paid<\/strong><\/span>Since this can sometimes happen, we recommend having small change on hand and checking the details in advance.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E3%82%BF%E3%82%AF%E3%82%B7%E3%83%BC\"><\/span><span style=\"font-size: 20px;\">cab<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-16386 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/HP_IMG_4019-640x480.jpg\" alt=\"Taxis at the Ishigaki Port Remote Islands Terminal\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" \/><\/p>\n<p>There are many taxis waiting at the Shinko Wharf, and you can take them directly to the city center and tourist attractions.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>On days with a large number of passengers, all cars are in full operation, so<span style=\"background: linear-gradient(rgba(255, 255, 102, 0) 60%, #ffff66 60%); font-size: 16px;\"><strong>advance reservation<\/strong><\/span>That is certain.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Since some tourist attractions don't have taxi stands, it's a good idea to arrange for a round-trip or hourly charter in advance for peace of mind.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Taxi companies on the island offer services in increments ranging from 2 hours to half a day,<span style=\"background: linear-gradient(rgba(255, 255, 102, 0) 60%, #ffff66 60%); font-size: 16px;\"><strong>Private Rental Plans<\/strong><\/span>These options are available, and you can flexibly adjust your itinerary to enjoy sightseeing as long as you stay within the allotted time.<\/p>\n<p><strong><div class=\"su-button-center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/23118\/\" class=\"su-button su-button-style-glass\" style=\"color:#FFFFFF;background-color:#009beb;border-color:#007cbc;border-radius:7px;-moz-border-radius:7px;-webkit-border-radius:7px\" target=\"_self\" title=\"Link to the Ishigaki Island Taxi Page\"><span style=\"color:#FFFFFF;padding:7px 20px;font-size:16px;line-height:24px;border-color:#4db9f1;border-radius:7px;-moz-border-radius:7px;-webkit-border-radius:7px;text-shadow:1px 1px 1px #000000;-moz-text-shadow:1px 1px 1px #000000;-webkit-text-shadow:1px 1px 1px #000000\"><i class=\"sui sui-hand-o-right\" style=\"font-size:16px;color:#ffffff\"><\/i> About Taxis on Ishigaki Island<br \/>\nFor more information, click here!<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E3%83%AC%E3%83%B3%E3%82%BF%E3%82%AB%E3%83%BC\"><\/span><span style=\"font-size: 20px;\">rent-a-car<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-26564 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/28435129_s-1.jpg\" alt=\"rent-a-car\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/28435129_s-1.jpg 640w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/28435129_s-1-320x240.jpg 320w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>If you're an experienced driver,<span style=\"background: linear-gradient(rgba(255, 255, 102, 0) 60%, #ffff66 60%); font-size: 16px;\"><strong>rent-a-car<\/strong><\/span>It is also an effective method.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Since car rental pickup services near the cruise terminal are limited, you'll need to travel to the Outlying Islands Terminal first to pick up your rental car.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>If you use a plan that allows you to rent the boat for just half a day and drop it off at a location other than the harbor, you can return to the ship without the hassle of returning the boat.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>However, since the number of units is limited, this one is also<span style=\"background: linear-gradient(rgba(255, 255, 102, 0) 60%, #ffff66 60%); font-size: 16px;\"><strong>advance reservation<\/strong><\/span>is required.<\/p>\n<p><strong><div class=\"su-button-center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/23519\/\" class=\"su-button su-button-style-glass\" style=\"color:#FFFFFF;background-color:#009beb;border-color:#007cbc;border-radius:7px;-moz-border-radius:7px;-webkit-border-radius:7px\" target=\"_self\" title=\"Link to the page about car rentals on Ishigaki Island\"><span style=\"color:#FFFFFF;padding:7px 20px;font-size:16px;line-height:24px;border-color:#4db9f1;border-radius:7px;-moz-border-radius:7px;-webkit-border-radius:7px;text-shadow:1px 1px 1px #000000;-moz-text-shadow:1px 1px 1px #000000;-webkit-text-shadow:1px 1px 1px #000000\"><i class=\"sui sui-hand-o-right\" style=\"font-size:16px;color:#ffffff\"><\/i> About Car Rental on Ishigaki Island<br \/>\nFor more information, click here!<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E8%B7%AF%E7%B7%9A%E3%83%90%E3%82%B9\"><\/span><span style=\"font-size: 20px;\">scheduled bus<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-14452 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/OI004076-640x480.jpg\" alt=\"Ishigaki Airport Bus Stop\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" \/><\/p>\n<p>If you plan to use the local bus routes on the island, first<span style=\"background: linear-gradient(rgba(255, 255, 102, 0) 60%, #ffff66 60%); font-size: 16px;\"><strong>Remote Island Terminal and Bus Terminal<\/strong><\/span>You need to move to that location.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>There are few buses running from the city center to major tourist attractions, and depending on the time of day, they can get nearly full.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>For short sightseeing trips, getting around by local bus might be a bit of a challenge.<\/p>\n<p><strong><div class=\"su-button-center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/23015\/\" class=\"su-button su-button-style-glass\" style=\"color:#FFFFFF;background-color:#009beb;border-color:#007cbc;border-radius:7px;-moz-border-radius:7px;-webkit-border-radius:7px\" target=\"_self\" title=\"Link to the Ishigaki Island Bus Information Page\"><span style=\"color:#FFFFFF;padding:7px 20px;font-size:16px;line-height:24px;border-color:#4db9f1;border-radius:7px;-moz-border-radius:7px;-webkit-border-radius:7px;text-shadow:1px 1px 1px #000000;-moz-text-shadow:1px 1px 1px #000000;-webkit-text-shadow:1px 1px 1px #000000\"><i class=\"sui sui-hand-o-right\" style=\"font-size:16px;color:#ffffff\"><\/i> About the Bus System on Ishigaki Island<br \/>\nFor more information, click here!<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E3%82%AF%E3%83%AB%E3%83%BC%E3%82%BA%E8%88%B9%E3%81%A7%E7%9F%B3%E5%9E%A3%E5%B3%B6%E3%81%AB%E5%AF%84%E6%B8%AF%E3%81%99%E3%82%8B_%E9%9A%9B%E3%81%AE%E6%B3%A8%E6%84%8F%E7%82%B9%E3%83%BB%E4%BA%8B%E5%89%8D%E6%BA%96%E5%82%99\"><\/span>Calling at Ishigaki Island on a cruise ship<br \/>\nPoints to Note and Preparations<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-22042 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/S__24518658-640x480.jpg\" alt=\"Ishigaki Island Scenery\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Here are a few tips for making the most of your short stay:<span style=\"background: linear-gradient(rgba(255, 255, 102, 0) 60%, #ffff66 60%); font-size: 16px;\"><strong>Points to Keep in Mind<\/strong><\/span>There are<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Knowing this in advance will make your sightseeing on the day of your trip go more smoothly and give you peace of mind.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E6%99%82%E9%96%93%E9%85%8D%E5%88%86%E3%81%A8%E3%82%B9%E3%82%B1%E3%82%B8%E3%83%A5%E3%83%BC%E3%83%AB%E7%AE%A1%E7%90%86\"><\/span><span style=\"font-size: 20px;\">Time Allocation and Schedule Management<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-22760 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/03a71e40e100963434760d5630afd99a_t.jpeg\" alt=\"Time Clock Part-time Job\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/03a71e40e100963434760d5630afd99a_t.jpeg 640w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/03a71e40e100963434760d5630afd99a_t-320x240.jpeg 320w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>As I mentioned earlier, cruise ships have a limited docking time, which is usually between 4 and 8 hours.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>When renting a car, be sure to factor in the risk of traffic jams<span style=\"background: linear-gradient(rgba(255, 255, 102, 0) 60%, #ffff66 60%); font-size: 16px;\"><strong>Act Early and Be Proactive<\/strong><\/span>Please keep this in mind.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Also, be sure to double-check the meeting time and return deadline for the day via the ship\u2019s public address system and the handouts!<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E4%BA%A4%E9%80%9A%E6%89%8B%E6%AE%B5%E3%81%AF%E4%BA%8B%E5%89%8D%E4%BA%88%E7%B4%84%E3%82%92\"><\/span><span style=\"font-size: 20px;\">Please make advance reservations for transportation.<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-26504 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/KOGAPAS00292.jpg\" alt=\"cab\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/KOGAPAS00292.jpg 640w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/KOGAPAS00292-320x240.jpg 320w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>As mentioned earlier, demand for taxis and rental cars on the island peaks during certain times.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>If you think, \u201cI\u2019ll figure it out when I get there,\u201d you might not be able to find a car and could end up wasting valuable time.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Once you've decided on your preferred mode of transportation,<span style=\"background: linear-gradient(rgba(255, 255, 102, 0) 60%, #ffff66 60%); font-size: 16px;\"><strong>Advance Reservation Notification<\/strong><\/span>Let's do it!<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>It would also be best to check in advance whether the shuttle bus between the port and the city center is running and what its schedule is.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E5%A4%A9%E5%80%99%E3%83%BB%E6%B5%B7%E6%B3%81%E3%81%AB%E3%82%88%E3%82%8B%E5%BD%B1%E9%9F%BF\"><\/span><span style=\"font-size: 20px;\">Impact of Weather and Sea Conditions<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-14355 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/2852431_s-e1721634317770.jpg\" alt=\"Typhoon in Ishigaki Island\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/2852431_s-e1721634317770.jpg 640w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/2852431_s-e1721634317770-320x240.jpg 320w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>During typhoon season (July\u2013October) and when strong winds blow in winter, cruise ships do not sail to Ishigaki Island for safety reasons.<span style=\"background: linear-gradient(rgba(255, 255, 102, 0) 60%, #ffff66 60%); font-size: 16px;\"><strong>Cancellation of Port Call<\/strong><\/span>This may happen.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>In case the stop in Ishigaki is canceled,<span style=\"background: linear-gradient(rgba(255, 255, 102, 0) 60%, #ffff66 60%); font-size: 16px;\"><strong>Information on onboard activities and alternative ports of call<\/strong><\/span>It\u2019s a good idea to check these things as well\u2014it\u2019ll help you feel more at ease.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Also, while sightseeing on the island, you may get caught in a sudden downpour, like a tropical shower.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>It's a good idea to have a folding umbrella or a rain poncho on hand.<\/p>\n<p><strong><div class=\"su-button-center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/8944\/\" class=\"su-button su-button-style-glass\" style=\"color:#FFFFFF;background-color:#009beb;border-color:#007cbc;border-radius:7px;-moz-border-radius:7px;-webkit-border-radius:7px\" target=\"_self\" title=\"Link to the Typhoon Page for Ishigaki Island\"><span style=\"color:#FFFFFF;padding:7px 20px;font-size:16px;line-height:24px;border-color:#4db9f1;border-radius:7px;-moz-border-radius:7px;-webkit-border-radius:7px;text-shadow:1px 1px 1px #000000;-moz-text-shadow:1px 1px 1px #000000;-webkit-text-shadow:1px 1px 1px #000000\"><i class=\"sui sui-hand-o-right\" style=\"font-size:16px;color:#ffffff\"><\/i> about typhoons on Ishigaki Island.<br \/>\nFor more information, click here!<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E6%9C%8D%E8%A3%85%E3%83%BB%E6%8C%81%E3%81%A1%E7%89%A9\"><\/span><span style=\"font-size: 20px;\">Clothing and personal belongings<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-27712 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/3b70dfc38828b718a22be1b60929175e_t.jpeg\" alt=\"attire\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/3b70dfc38828b718a22be1b60929175e_t.jpeg 640w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/3b70dfc38828b718a22be1b60929175e_t-320x240.jpeg 320w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Even though it's a southern island, it gets hot during the day even in winter, and the UV rays are intense.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>This is especially true during the summer<span style=\"background: linear-gradient(rgba(255, 255, 102, 0) 60%, #ffff66 60%); font-size: 16px;\"><strong>Preventing Heat Stroke and Sunburn<\/strong><\/span>will be required.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Be sure to bring a hat, sunscreen, sunglasses, and something to drink to stay hydrated. It can get chilly inside buildings and in the evening, so it\u2019s a good idea to bring a light jacket or sweater.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Ishigaki Island is<span style=\"background: linear-gradient(rgba(255, 255, 102, 0) 60%, #ffff66 60%); font-size: 16px;\"><strong>Unpaved roads and slippery areas<\/strong><\/span>Since that\u2019s the case, it\u2019s best to wear sneakers or similar footwear while sightseeing.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E5%9C%B0%E5%9B%B3%E3%82%A2%E3%83%97%E3%83%AA%E3%81%A8%E7%8F%BE%E5%9C%B0%E6%83%85%E5%A0%B1\"><\/span><span style=\"font-size: 20px;\">Map Apps and Local Information<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-19923 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/\u516b\u91cd\u5c71\u5730\u56f3\u30c7\u30b6\u30a4\u30f3-640x480.jpg\" alt=\"How to get to each remote island from Ishigaki Island\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Map apps like Google Maps are helpful on Ishigaki Island, but there are some areas where the signal can be unreliable.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Available at the harbor information desk<span style=\"background: linear-gradient(rgba(255, 255, 102, 0) 60%, #ffff66 60%); font-size: 16px;\"><strong>Paper Map<\/strong><\/span>Let's make sure to have one on hand!<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s a good idea to write down contact information (such as the phone numbers of taxi companies and tour operators) in case of trouble.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Information on that day's events on the island, road closures, and more,<span style=\"background: linear-gradient(rgba(255, 255, 102, 0) 60%, #ffff66 60%); font-size: 16px;\"><strong>Real-time Local News<\/strong><\/span>Please check to see if there are any missing items.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E5%B3%B6%E6%99%82%E9%96%93%E3%82%92%E6%A5%BD%E3%81%97%E3%82%80%E5%BF%83%E6%A7%8B%E3%81%88\"><\/span><span style=\"font-size: 20px;\">How to Get in the Right Mindset to Enjoy \"Island Time\"<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-19712 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/0041_xlarge-e1701222623485.jpg\" alt=\"Ishigaki Island: Hibiscus and the Sea\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Finally, as a point to keep in mind, something unique to southern islands: \u201c<span style=\"background: linear-gradient(rgba(255, 255, 102, 0) 60%, #ffff66 60%); font-size: 16px;\"><strong>Island Time<\/strong><\/span>\"Let's make sure we have the time to enjoy it.\"<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>You may find that transportation and services are a bit more laid-back than on the mainland, but that\u2019s just part of the island\u2019s charm.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>By staying calm and relaxed and embracing a leisurely pace, even a short stay will become a memorable journey.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E3%82%AF%E3%83%AB%E3%83%BC%E3%82%BA%E5%AF%84%E6%B8%AF%E4%B8%AD%E3%81%AB%E8%A8%AA%E3%82%8C%E3%81%9F%E3%81%84_%E7%9F%B3%E5%9E%A3%E5%B3%B6%E3%81%AE%E8%A6%B3%E5%85%89%E3%82%B9%E3%83%9D%E3%83%83%E3%83%88\"><\/span>Places to Visit While on a Cruise Stopover<br \/>\nSightseeing Spots on Ishigaki Island<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-29853 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/\u30b9\u30af\u30ea\u30fc\u30f3\u30b7\u30e7\u30c3\u30c8-2025-04-26-173330-e1745656472245-640x480.jpg\" alt=\"Okinawan lion (or lion dog) statues, placed as talisman against evil at entrances and on roofs\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Since your stay on Ishigaki Island is limited to about 4 to 8 hours, you\u2019ll need to carefully select your destinations.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Here are some places you should definitely visit on a cruise<span style=\"background: linear-gradient(rgba(255, 255, 102, 0) 60%, #ffff66 60%); font-size: 16px;\"><strong>Standard tourist attractions<\/strong><\/span>to the following.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Since all of these places let you experience the unique charm of Ishigaki Island even in a short amount of time, please use this as a reference when planning your trip.<\/p>\n<p><strong><div class=\"su-button-center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/1tp3-te3-3\/\" class=\"su-button su-button-style-glass\" style=\"color:#FFFFFF;background-color:#009beb;border-color:#007cbc;border-radius:7px;-moz-border-radius:7px;-webkit-border-radius:7px\" target=\"_self\" title=\"Link to the page featuring recommended tourist attractions on Ishigaki Island\"><span style=\"color:#FFFFFF;padding:7px 20px;font-size:16px;line-height:24px;border-color:#4db9f1;border-radius:7px;-moz-border-radius:7px;-webkit-border-radius:7px;text-shadow:1px 1px 1px #000000;-moz-text-shadow:1px 1px 1px #000000;-webkit-text-shadow:1px 1px 1px #000000\"><i class=\"sui sui-hand-o-right\" style=\"font-size:16px;color:#ffffff\"><\/i> About Tourist Attractions on Ishigaki Island<br \/>\nFor more information, click here!<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E5%B7%9D%E5%B9%B3%E6%B9%BE%EF%BC%88%E3%81%8B%E3%81%B3%E3%82%89%E6%B9%BE%EF%BC%89\"><\/span><span style=\"font-size: 20px;\">Kabira Bay<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-19879 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/0808_xlarge-1-640x480.jpeg\" alt=\"Ishigaki Island Kabira Bay glass boat\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" \/><\/p>\n<p>It's located in the northwestern part of the island, and while it takes about 40 minutes by car from the city center, it's definitely worth the trip!<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>The sea, with its interplay of emerald green and cobalt blue, has been awarded three stars in the \u201cMichelin Green Guide,\u201d and<span style=\"background: linear-gradient(rgba(255, 255, 102, 0) 60%, #ffff66 60%); font-size: 16px;\"><strong>Japan's Stunning Landscapes<\/strong><\/span>It is known as...<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>If you're going to Kabira Bay, it's common to take a private taxi or rent a car. Be sure to allow about 2 to 3 hours, including travel time both ways.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>If time permits, be sure to also visit the spot next to the parking lot at Kabira Park<span style=\"background: linear-gradient(rgba(255, 255, 102, 0) 60%, #ffff66 60%); font-size: 16px;\"><strong>Kawahira Bay Sea God Festival Monument<\/strong><\/span>Be sure to check out these historic sites as well.<\/p>\n<div class=\"su-box su-box-style-bubbles\" id=\"\" style=\"border-color:#0068b8;border-radius:5px\"><div class=\"su-box-title\" style=\"background-color:#009beb;color:#FFFFFF;border-top-left-radius:3px;border-top-right-radius:3px\">Basic Information on Kabira Bay<\/div><div class=\"su-box-content su-u-clearfix su-u-trim\" style=\"border-bottom-left-radius:3px;border-bottom-right-radius:3px\"> <div class=\"su-table su-table-alternate\">\n<table style=\"border-collapse: collapse;width: 27.154%;height: 168px\">\n<tbody>\n<tr style=\"height: 24px\">\n<td style=\"height: 24px;width: 3.53357%\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">address (e.g. of house)<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"height: 24px;width: 19.0935%\"><span style=\"color: #0000ff\"><a style=\"color: #0000ff\" href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/LEPPwMyziopANxcv9\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline\"><strong>Kabira, Ishigaki City, Okinawa<\/strong><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 48px\">\n<td style=\"height: 48px;width: 3.53357%\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Business Hours<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"height: 48px;width: 19.0935%\">Free time for strolling all day (no set schedule)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 24px\">\n<td style=\"height: 24px;width: 3.53357%\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">regular closing day<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"height: 24px;width: 19.0935%\">nashi (Pyrus pyrifolia, esp. var. culta)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 24px\">\n<td style=\"height: 24px;width: 3.53357%\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">phone<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"height: 24px;width: 19.0935%\"><span style=\"color: #0000ff\"><a style=\"color: #0000ff\" href=\"tel:0980833986\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline\"><strong>0980-83-3986<\/strong><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 24px\">\n<td style=\"height: 24px;width: 3.53357%\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Access<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"height: 24px;width: 19.0935%\">About a 35\u201340-minute drive from the Shinko Cruise Pier<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div> <\/div><\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E7%9F%B3%E5%9E%A3%E3%82%84%E3%81%84%E3%81%BE%E6%9D%91\"><\/span><span style=\"font-size: 20px;\">Ishigaki Yaima Village<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-2957 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/IMG_6821-640x480.jpg\" alt=\"Ishigaki Island, Yaima Village Entrance\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Enjoy cultural experiences unique to the island<span style=\"background: linear-gradient(rgba(255, 255, 102, 0) 60%, #ffff66 60%); font-size: 16px;\"><strong>Theme Park<\/strong><\/span>It is.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>It is located on a hill overlooking Nagura Bay, about a 20- to 25-minute drive from the city center.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Within the park\u2014which features traditional Yaeyama houses that have been relocated and reconstructed\u2014you\u2019ll find red-tiled traditional homes where the sound of the sanshin drifts through the air, a pond where water buffalo lounge leisurely, and a jungle-like forest where you can interact with squirrel monkeys, among other attractions.<span style=\"background: linear-gradient(rgba(255, 255, 102, 0) 60%, #ffff66 60%); font-size: 16px;\"><strong>Packed with highlights!<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Whether you\u2019re posing for photos in Ryukyu-style traditional Okinawan attire or trying your hand at making sata andagi, you can create lasting memories even in a short amount of time.<\/p>\n<div class=\"su-box su-box-style-bubbles\" id=\"\" style=\"border-color:#0068b8;border-radius:5px\"><div class=\"su-box-title\" style=\"background-color:#009beb;color:#FFFFFF;border-top-left-radius:3px;border-top-right-radius:3px\">Basic Information on Ishigaki Yaimamura<\/div><div class=\"su-box-content su-u-clearfix su-u-trim\" style=\"border-bottom-left-radius:3px;border-bottom-right-radius:3px\"> <div class=\"su-table su-table-alternate\">\n<table style=\"border-collapse: collapse;width: 27.154%;height: 168px\">\n<tbody>\n<tr style=\"height: 24px\">\n<td style=\"height: 24px;width: 3.53357%\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">address (e.g. of house)<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"height: 24px;width: 19.0935%\"><span style=\"color: #0000ff\"><a style=\"color: #0000ff\" href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/XDNJz5KNrjfyCku86\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline\"><strong>967-1 Nagura, Ishigaki City, Okinawa Prefecture<\/strong><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 48px\">\n<td style=\"height: 48px;width: 3.53357%\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Business Hours<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"height: 48px;width: 19.0935%\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">9:00 a.m.\u20135:30 p.m. (Last admission at 5:00 p.m.)<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 24px\">\n<td style=\"height: 24px;width: 3.53357%\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">regular closing day<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"height: 24px;width: 19.0935%\">None (May be temporarily closed in case of severe weather)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 24px\">\n<td style=\"height: 24px;width: 3.53357%\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">phone<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"height: 24px;width: 19.0935%\"><a href=\"tel:0980828798\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline\"><strong><span style=\"color: #0000ff;text-decoration: underline\">0980-82-8798<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 24px\">\n<td style=\"height: 24px;width: 3.53357%\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Access<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"height: 24px;width: 19.0935%\">About a 20-minute drive from the Shinko Cruise Pier<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div> <\/div><\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E3%83%A6%E3%83%BC%E3%82%B0%E3%83%AC%E3%83%8A%E3%83%A2%E3%83%BC%E3%83%AB\"><\/span><span style=\"font-size: 20px;\">Euglena Mall<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-13801 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_4070-640x480.jpg\" alt=\"Euglena Mall\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Ishigaki Island's Largest Arcade Shopping District<span style=\"background: linear-gradient(rgba(255, 255, 102, 0) 60%, #ffff66 60%); font-size: 16px;\"><strong>\"Euglena Mall\"<\/strong><\/span>It is a popular spot where you can find a wide variety of the island's local specialties and souvenirs all in one place.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>From gourmet dishes featuring Ishigaki beef to Ryukyu glass and Shisa souvenirs, there are plenty of fun discoveries to be made just by strolling around!<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"background: linear-gradient(rgba(255, 255, 102, 0) 60%, #ffff66 60%); font-size: 16px;\"><strong>All-weather covered walkway<\/strong><\/span>So, you can enjoy a leisurely shopping trip even on rainy days.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Come experience the unique island atmosphere\u2014it\u2019s the perfect way to relive your travel memories!<\/p>\n<div class=\"su-box su-box-style-bubbles\" id=\"\" style=\"border-color:#0068b8;border-radius:5px\"><div class=\"su-box-title\" style=\"background-color:#009beb;color:#FFFFFF;border-top-left-radius:3px;border-top-right-radius:3px\">Basic Information on the Ishigaki Port Remote Islands Terminal<\/div><div class=\"su-box-content su-u-clearfix su-u-trim\" style=\"border-bottom-left-radius:3px;border-bottom-right-radius:3px\"> <div class=\"su-table su-table-alternate\">\n<table style=\"border-collapse: collapse;width: 27.154%;height: 120px\">\n<tbody>\n<tr style=\"height: 24px\">\n<td style=\"height: 24px;width: 3.53357%\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">address (e.g. of house)<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"height: 24px;width: 19.0935%\"><span style=\"color: #0000ff\"><a style=\"color: #0000ff\" href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/udFniNPsFFxZWB94A\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline\"><strong>203 Okawa, Ishigaki City, Okinawa, Japan<\/strong><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 48px\">\n<td style=\"height: 48px;width: 3.53357%\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Business Hours<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"height: 48px;width: 19.0935%\">9:00 a.m.\u20138:00 p.m. (may vary by store)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 24px\">\n<td style=\"height: 24px;width: 3.53357%\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">regular closing day<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"height: 24px;width: 19.0935%\">Open year-round\u2014irregular holidays (varies by location)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 24px\">\n<td style=\"height: 24px;width: 3.53357%\">Access<\/td>\n<td style=\"height: 24px;width: 19.0935%\">A 7-minute walk from the Shinko Cruise Pier<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div> <\/div><\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E7%AB%B9%E5%AF%8C%E5%B3%B6%EF%BC%88%E3%81%9F%E3%81%91%E3%81%A8%E3%81%BF%E3%81%98%E3%81%BE%EF%BC%89\"><\/span><span style=\"font-size: 20px;\">Taketomi Island<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-19403 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/OTA-4-1-640x480.jpeg\" alt=\"Taketomi Island\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/OTA-4-1-640x480.jpeg 640w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/OTA-4-1-1280x960.jpeg 1280w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/OTA-4-1-320x240.jpeg 320w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/OTA-4-1-768x576.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/OTA-4-1-1536x1152.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/OTA-4-1.jpeg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>If you have some extra time, I recommend taking a ferry from Ishigaki Island to Taketomi Island, a remote island just a 10-minute ride away.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>On a small island with pristine white sandy paths and traditional villages with red-tiled roofs,<span style=\"background: linear-gradient(rgba(255, 255, 102, 0) 60%, #ffff66 60%); font-size: 16px;\"><strong>A Scenic Landscape Typical of Okinawa<\/strong><\/span>You can enjoy the<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Water buffalo carts are a must-see attraction on Taketomi Island.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-25254 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/\u30bf\u3099\u30a6\u30f3\u30ed\u30fc\u30c8\u3099-2023-10-01T122925.164.jpg\" alt=\"Taketomi Island\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/\u30bf\u3099\u30a6\u30f3\u30ed\u30fc\u30c8\u3099-2023-10-01T122925.164.jpg 640w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/\u30bf\u3099\u30a6\u30f3\u30ed\u30fc\u30c8\u3099-2023-10-01T122925.164-320x240.jpg 320w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Also, Kondoi Beach, Kaiji Beach (Star Sand Beach), and others<span style=\"background: linear-gradient(rgba(255, 255, 102, 0) 60%, #ffff66 60%); font-size: 16px;\"><strong>Beautiful Beaches<\/strong><\/span>is also a highlight.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Ferries depart from the Ishigaki Port Remote Islands Terminal once or twice an hour, and there are also package deals available that include round-trip ferry fare and a water buffalo cart tour.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Taketomi Island itself is small, so you can visit the main attractions in 2 to 3 hours, but be sure to plan your itinerary around the ferry schedule and the cruise ship\u2019s departure times.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E7%9F%B3%E5%9E%A3%E5%B3%B6%E3%82%AF%E3%83%AB%E3%83%BC%E3%82%BA%E6%97%85%E8%A1%8C%E3%81%AB_%E3%81%8A%E3%81%99%E3%81%99%E3%82%81%E3%81%AE%E3%82%A2%E3%82%AF%E3%83%86%E3%82%A3%E3%83%93%E3%83%86%E3%82%A35%E9%81%B8\"><\/span>For a cruise trip to Ishigaki Island<br \/>\n5 Recommended Activities<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-22448 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/S__29523980-640x480.jpg\" alt=\"Ishigaki Island Mangrove Canoeing\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" \/><\/p>\n<p>From here on, here are some great options for a cruise vacation:<span style=\"background: linear-gradient(rgba(255, 255, 102, 0) 60%, #ffff66 60%); font-size: 16px;\"><strong>Recommended Activities<\/strong><\/span>to the following.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>We've handpicked some popular tours that let you fully enjoy Ishigaki Island's stunning natural scenery\u2014even if you're short on time\u2014so if any of them catch your interest, be sure to check them out!<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E2%91%A0%E9%9D%92%E3%81%AE%E6%B4%9E%E7%AA%9F%E3%82%B7%E3%83%A5%E3%83%8E%E3%83%BC%E3%82%B1%E3%83%AA%E3%83%B3%E3%82%B0%EF%BC%86_%E3%83%9E%E3%83%B3%E3%82%B0%E3%83%AD%E3%83%BC%E3%83%96SUP%E3%82%AB%E3%83%8C%E3%83%BC\"><\/span><span style=\"font-size: 20px;\">(1) Blue Cave Snorkeling &amp;<br \/>\nMangrove SUP\/Canoe<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-19897 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/S__178946092-640x480.jpg\" alt=\"Snorkeling on Ishigaki Island\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Ishigaki Island<span style=\"background: linear-gradient(rgba(255, 255, 102, 0) 60%, #ffff66 60%); font-size: 16px;\"><strong>The Sea and the River<\/strong><\/span>...For those who want to enjoy both of these natural wonders in a single day, this is the place for you!<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>After trying stand-up paddleboarding or canoeing in the mangrove forest along the Miyara River\u2014a National Natural Monument\u2014head to the mysterious<span style=\"background: linear-gradient(rgba(255, 255, 102, 0) 60%, #ffff66 60%); font-size: 16px;\"><strong>Blue Cave<\/strong><\/span>This is a package deal that lets you enjoy snorkeling to the fullest.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>This is recommended for cruise travelers with relatively long port stays, as it allows them to combine activities in different settings throughout the morning and afternoon.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-22673 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/81758A66-4E74-47D1-9EDC-06CA043F00CC-L0-001-640x480.jpg\" alt=\"Mangrove SUP\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" \/><\/p>\n<p>In the tranquil waterways of the mangrove forests, you can observe a rich variety of subtropical flora and fauna, and in the Blue Cave, you can explore a fantastical underwater world that glows a brilliant blue.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>In snorkeling<span style=\"background: linear-gradient(rgba(255, 255, 102, 0) 60%, #ffff66 60%); font-size: 16px;\"><strong>sea turtle<\/strong><\/span>You might even come across one, and if you're lucky, it will be a memory you'll cherish for a lifetime.<\/p>\n<p><strong><div class=\"su-button-center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/tour\/704\/\" class=\"su-button su-button-style-glass\" style=\"color:#FFFFFF;background-color:#009beb;border-color:#007cbc;border-radius:7px;-moz-border-radius:7px;-webkit-border-radius:7px\" target=\"_self\" title=\"Link to the Blue Cave &amp; Mangrove Combo Tour Page\"><span style=\"color:#FFFFFF;padding:7px 20px;font-size:16px;line-height:24px;border-color:#4db9f1;border-radius:7px;-moz-border-radius:7px;-webkit-border-radius:7px;text-shadow:1px 1px 1px #000000;-moz-text-shadow:1px 1px 1px #000000;-webkit-text-shadow:1px 1px 1px #000000\"><i class=\"sui sui-hand-o-right\" style=\"font-size:16px;color:#ffffff\"><\/i> Blue Cave &amp; Mangrove Combo Tour<br \/>\nFor more information, click here!<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E2%91%A1_%E5%B7%9D%E5%B9%B3%E6%B9%BESUP%E3%82%AF%E3%83%AB%E3%83%BC%E3%82%B8%E3%83%B3%E3%82%B0\"><\/span><span style=\"font-size: 20px;\">\u2461 SUP Cruising in Kabira Bay<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-19932 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/S__178946079-1-640x480.jpg\" alt=\"Ishigaki Island, Kabira Bay, SUP\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Ishigaki Island's No. 1 Scenic Spot\u2014<span style=\"background: linear-gradient(rgba(255, 255, 102, 0) 60%, #ffff66 60%); font-size: 16px;\"><strong>Kabira Bay<\/strong><\/span>This is a hugely popular tour where you can take a leisurely stroll on the water on a SUP.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Standing in the crystal-clear waters of Kabira Bay, the coral reefs and colorful tropical fish spreading out below you look as if they\u2019re floating in midair.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Even if you're new to SUP, once you get the hang of it, you'll be able to paddle steadily, so it's enjoyable for everyone from children around 10 years old to seniors.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>You can choose between the morning and afternoon sessions, and<span style=\"background: linear-gradient(rgba(255, 255, 102, 0) 60%, #ffff66 60%); font-size: 16px;\"><strong>Approximately 2 hours<\/strong><\/span>It's so convenient, making it the perfect activity during a cruise port call!<\/p>\n<p><strong><div class=\"su-button-center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/tour\/885\/\" class=\"su-button su-button-style-glass\" style=\"color:#FFFFFF;background-color:#009beb;border-color:#007cbc;border-radius:7px;-moz-border-radius:7px;-webkit-border-radius:7px\" target=\"_self\" title=\"Link to the Kabira Bay SUP Tour Page\"><span style=\"color:#FFFFFF;padding:7px 20px;font-size:16px;line-height:24px;border-color:#4db9f1;border-radius:7px;-moz-border-radius:7px;-webkit-border-radius:7px;text-shadow:1px 1px 1px #000000;-moz-text-shadow:1px 1px 1px #000000;-webkit-text-shadow:1px 1px 1px #000000\"><i class=\"sui sui-hand-o-right\" style=\"font-size:16px;color:#ffffff\"><\/i> Kabira Bay SUP Tour<br \/>\nFor more information, click here!<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E2%91%A2%E5%B9%BB%E3%81%AE%E5%B3%B6%E4%B8%8A%E9%99%B8%EF%BC%86%E3%82%B7%E3%83%A5%E3%83%8E%E3%83%BC%E3%82%B1%E3%83%AA%E3%83%B3%E3%82%B0\"><\/span><span style=\"font-size: 20px;\">Landing &amp; Snorkeling<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-19929 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/1E653987-002D-4918-A5FE-C18380A4F6CB-7145-0000044E421C57B0-1-1-640x480.jpeg\" alt=\"Ishigaki Island: The Phantom Island, Hamajima\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"background: linear-gradient(rgba(255, 255, 102, 0) 60%, #ffff66 60%); font-size: 16px;\"><strong>Phantom Island.<\/strong><\/span>Hamajima, as it is called, is an uninhabited island consisting of a pure white sandbar that appears only at low tide.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>It's only about a 30-minute boat ride from Ishigaki Island, making it easily accessible\u2014a hidden gem you can visit even if you're short on time!<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>In a world of its own, where the blue sea stretches as far as the eye can see,<span style=\"background: linear-gradient(rgba(255, 255, 102, 0) 60%, #ffff66 60%); font-size: 16px;\"><strong>photogenic<\/strong><\/span>A breathtaking landscape unfolds before you.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>On this tour, you can enjoy both a visit to the \"Phantom Island\" and snorkeling in the surrounding area as part of a single package.<\/p>\n<p><strong><div class=\"su-button-center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/tour\/3649\/\" class=\"su-button su-button-style-glass\" style=\"color:#FFFFFF;background-color:#009beb;border-color:#007cbc;border-radius:7px;-moz-border-radius:7px;-webkit-border-radius:7px\" target=\"_self\" title=\"Link to the &quot;Phantom Island&quot; Snorkeling Tour Page\"><span style=\"color:#FFFFFF;padding:7px 20px;font-size:16px;line-height:24px;border-color:#4db9f1;border-radius:7px;-moz-border-radius:7px;-webkit-border-radius:7px;text-shadow:1px 1px 1px #000000;-moz-text-shadow:1px 1px 1px #000000;-webkit-text-shadow:1px 1px 1px #000000\"><i class=\"sui sui-hand-o-right\" style=\"font-size:16px;color:#ffffff\"><\/i> Phantom Island Snorkel Tour<br \/>\nFor more information, click here!<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E2%91%A3%E3%83%9E%E3%83%B3%E3%82%B0%E3%83%AD%E3%83%BC%E3%83%96%E3%82%AB%E3%83%8C%E3%83%BC\"><\/span><span style=\"font-size: 20px;\">4) Mangrove canoeing<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-18256 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/IMG_1443-640x480.jpg\" alt=\"Mangrove Canoe Tour\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"background: linear-gradient(rgba(255, 255, 102, 0) 60%, #ffff66 60%); font-size: 16px;\"><strong>\"I'm not much of a swimmer, but I want to enjoy nature.\"<\/strong><\/span>For those who are interested, we recommend a canoe tour through the mangrove forest.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>The Miyara River, which flows through the southern part of Ishigaki Island, is home to a species designated as a National Natural Monument.<span style=\"background: linear-gradient(rgba(255, 255, 102, 0) 60%, #ffff66 60%); font-size: 16px;\"><strong>leaved mangrove forest<\/strong><\/span>The area is vast, and you can experience the great outdoors up close while taking a leisurely canoe cruise.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Exploring the subtropical forest while surrounded by the sea breeze and the sound of the river is the perfect way to recharge!<\/p>\n<p><strong><div class=\"su-button-center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/tour\/887\/\" class=\"su-button su-button-style-glass\" style=\"color:#FFFFFF;background-color:#009beb;border-color:#007cbc;border-radius:7px;-moz-border-radius:7px;-webkit-border-radius:7px\" target=\"_self\" title=\"Link to the Mangrove Canoe Tour Page\"><span style=\"color:#FFFFFF;padding:7px 20px;font-size:16px;line-height:24px;border-color:#4db9f1;border-radius:7px;-moz-border-radius:7px;-webkit-border-radius:7px;text-shadow:1px 1px 1px #000000;-moz-text-shadow:1px 1px 1px #000000;-webkit-text-shadow:1px 1px 1px #000000\"><i class=\"sui sui-hand-o-right\" style=\"font-size:16px;color:#ffffff\"><\/i> Mangrove Canoe Tours<br \/>\nFor more information, click here!<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E2%91%A4%E8%B2%B8%E5%88%87VIP%E3%83%81%E3%83%A3%E3%83%BC%E3%82%BF%E3%83%BC%E3%83%84%E3%82%A2%E3%83%BC\"><\/span><span style=\"font-size: 20px;\">\u2464 Private VIP Charter Tour<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-21135 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/S__17104985-640x480.jpg\" alt=\"Land on a &quot;Phantom Island&quot; &amp; Snorkeling &amp; SUP\/Canoeing Through Mangroves (a Natural Monument)\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/S__17104985-640x480.jpg 640w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/S__17104985-1280x960.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/S__17104985-320x240.jpg 320w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/S__17104985-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/S__17104985.jpg 1478w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>If you want to enjoy activities with just your group or family without worrying about others around you,<span style=\"background: linear-gradient(rgba(255, 255, 102, 0) 60%, #ffff66 60%); font-size: 16px;\"><strong>Private Guided Tour Packages<\/strong><\/span>is the best choice.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>This is a luxury tour where you have a guide all to yourself.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>You can combine various activities currently available on Ishigaki Island\u2014such as SUP in Kabira Bay and snorkeling at the Blue Cave\u2014to create a completely private experience tailored to your preferences.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Although the fee is a flat rate based on the number of participants, we can accommodate groups of 6 or more for an additional fee, so<span style=\"background: linear-gradient(rgba(255, 255, 102, 0) 60%, #ffff66 60%); font-size: 16px;\"><strong>Company trips and large groups<\/strong><\/span>It's perfect for that, too.<\/p>\n<p><strong><div class=\"su-button-center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/tour\/16923\/\" class=\"su-button su-button-style-glass\" style=\"color:#FFFFFF;background-color:#009beb;border-color:#007cbc;border-radius:7px;-moz-border-radius:7px;-webkit-border-radius:7px\" target=\"_self\" title=\"Link to the One-Day Private Charter Tour Page\"><span style=\"color:#FFFFFF;padding:7px 20px;font-size:16px;line-height:24px;border-color:#4db9f1;border-radius:7px;-moz-border-radius:7px;-webkit-border-radius:7px;text-shadow:1px 1px 1px #000000;-moz-text-shadow:1px 1px 1px #000000;-webkit-text-shadow:1px 1px 1px #000000\"><i class=\"sui sui-hand-o-right\" style=\"font-size:16px;color:#ffffff\"><\/i> A Full-Day Private Charter Tour<br \/>\nFor more information, click here!<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong><div class=\"su-button-center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/tour\/16263\/\" class=\"su-button su-button-style-glass\" style=\"color:#FFFFFF;background-color:#009beb;border-color:#007cbc;border-radius:7px;-moz-border-radius:7px;-webkit-border-radius:7px\" target=\"_self\" title=\"Link to the Half-Day Private Charter Tour Page\"><span style=\"color:#FFFFFF;padding:7px 20px;font-size:16px;line-height:24px;border-color:#4db9f1;border-radius:7px;-moz-border-radius:7px;-webkit-border-radius:7px;text-shadow:1px 1px 1px #000000;-moz-text-shadow:1px 1px 1px #000000;-webkit-text-shadow:1px 1px 1px #000000\"><i class=\"sui sui-hand-o-right\" style=\"font-size:16px;color:#ffffff\"><\/i> Half-Day Private Charter Tour<br \/>\nFor more information, click here!<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div class=\"su-box su-box-style-bubbles\" id=\"\" style=\"border-color:#0068b8;border-radius:5px\"><div class=\"su-box-title\" style=\"background-color:#009beb;color:#FFFFFF;border-top-left-radius:3px;border-top-right-radius:3px\">[Sailing on a Luxury Cruise Ship] The Appeal of Cruises Departing From and Returning to Japan<\/div><div class=\"su-box-content su-u-clearfix su-u-trim\" style=\"border-bottom-left-radius:3px;border-bottom-right-radius:3px\">\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/stephanie-klepacki-mWMakqlrMfw-unsplash.jpg\" alt=\"Large Passenger Ships - Free Images\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-30423\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/stephanie-klepacki-mWMakqlrMfw-unsplash.jpg 640w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/stephanie-klepacki-mWMakqlrMfw-unsplash-320x240.jpg 320w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/stephanie-klepacki-mWMakqlrMfw-unsplash-16x12.jpg 16w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><strong><span style=\"background: linear-gradient(to bottom, rgba(255,255,102,0) 60%, #ffff66 60%);\">A Must-Read for Anyone Considering a Cruise!<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">.\"<span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/kumarisu-cruise.com\/\" style=\"color: #0000ff; text-decoration: underline;\">Kumaris Cruise<\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/span>\" is a specialized website that introduces the appeal of cruises departing from and returning to Japan.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">Designed especially for beginners, this guide provides easy-to-understand explanations of the basics of cruise travel and specific ways to enjoy your cruise.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">On a luxury cruise ship<span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/kumarisu-cruise.com\/around-japan-price\/\" style=\"color: #0000ff; text-decoration: underline;\">Rankings for Traveling Around Japan<\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/span>and ... and<span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/kumarisu-cruise.com\/asuka\/\" style=\"color: #0000ff; text-decoration: underline;\">Asuka II<\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/span>, ,<span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/kumarisu-cruise.com\/nippon-maru\/\" style=\"color: #0000ff; text-decoration: underline;\">Nippon Maru<\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/span>, ,<span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><span style=\"color: #0000ff; text-decoration: underline;\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/kumarisu-cruise.com\/diamond-princess\/\" style=\"color: #0000ff; text-decoration: underline;\">Diamond Princess<\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/span>We provide information on major cruise lines, as well as the latest details on fare plans and schedules.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">It also covers reviews and user feedback on cruise booking sites and is packed with useful information for anyone considering a cruise.<\/p>\n<p><strong><div class=\"su-button-center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/kumarisu-cruise.com\/\" class=\"su-button su-button-style-glass\" style=\"color:#FFFFFF;background-color:#009beb;border-color:#007cbc;border-radius:7px;-moz-border-radius:7px;-webkit-border-radius:7px\" target=\"_self\" title=\"Link to Kumari Cruise\"><span style=\"color:#FFFFFF;padding:7px 20px;font-size:16px;line-height:24px;border-color:#4db9f1;border-radius:7px;-moz-border-radius:7px;-webkit-border-radius:7px;text-shadow:1px 1px 1px #000000;-moz-text-shadow:1px 1px 1px #000000;-webkit-text-shadow:1px 1px 1px #000000\"><i class=\"sui sui-hand-o-right\" style=\"font-size:16px;color:#ffffff\"><\/i> Specialized Website for Cruises Departing from and Returning to Japan | Click here for details on Kumaris Cruise! (External Site)<\/span><\/a><\/div> <\/div><\/div><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E3%81%95%E3%81%84%E3%81%94%E3%81%AB\"><\/span>in the end<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Even if you have limited time, with a little creativity, you can fully experience the charms of Ishigaki Island.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>The key point is,<span style=\"background: linear-gradient(rgba(255, 255, 102, 0) 60%, #ffff66 60%); font-size: 16px;\"><strong>Narrow down your destinations and plan ahead, and make sure you have a way to get there<\/strong><\/span>Things to do.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>And above all, don\u2019t forget to enjoy the laid-back tropical atmosphere.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>With the emerald-green sea, the vast sky, and heartwarming interactions with the islanders, even during a short port call,<span style=\"background: linear-gradient(rgba(255, 255, 102, 0) 60%, #ffff66 60%); font-size: 16px;\"><strong>Memorable Moments<\/strong><\/span>You should be able to make it.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Well then, have a great cruise!<\/p>\n<p><b><div class=\"su-button-center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/en\/activity\/#header2\" class=\"su-button su-button-style-glass\" style=\"color:#FFFFFF;background-color:#009beb;border-color:#007cbc;border-radius:7px;-moz-border-radius:7px;-webkit-border-radius:7px\" target=\"_self\" title=\"Link to Ishigaki Island Activities Page\"><span style=\"color:#FFFFFF;padding:7px 20px;font-size:16px;line-height:24px;border-color:#4db9f1;border-radius:7px;-moz-border-radius:7px;-webkit-border-radius:7px;text-shadow:1px 1px 1px #000000;-moz-text-shadow:1px 1px 1px #000000;-webkit-text-shadow:1px 1px 1px #000000\"><i class=\"sui sui-hand-o-right\" style=\"font-size:16px;color:#ffffff\"><\/i> Activities available on Ishigaki Island<br \/>\nFor more information, click here!<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/b><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>\u307f\u306a\u3055\u3093\u3053\u3093\u306b\u3061\u306f\uff01 &nbsp; \u77f3\u57a3\u5cf6\u6700\u5927\u7d1a\u306e\u30a2\u30af\u30c6\u30a3\u30d3\u30c6\u30a3\u30b7\u30e7\u30c3\u30d7 \u300e\u77f3\u57a3\u5cf6 ADVENTURE PiPi\u300f\u3067\u3059\uff01 &nbsp; \u65e5\u672c\u5c48\u6307\u306e\u89b3\u5149\u5730\u3067\u3042\u308b\u77f3 [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":26,"featured_media":30422,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"acf":[],"aioseo_notices":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/30334"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/26"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=30334"}],"version-history":[{"count":29,"href":"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/30334\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":33224,"href":"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/30334\/revisions\/33224"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/30422"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=30334"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=30334"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=30334"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}