{"id":31083,"date":"2026-01-09T14:30:16","date_gmt":"2026-01-09T05:30:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/?p=31083"},"modified":"2026-01-10T11:11:20","modified_gmt":"2026-01-10T02:11:20","slug":"%e7%9f%b3%e5%9e%a3%e5%b3%b6%ef%bd%9e%e5%ae%ae%e5%8f%a4%e5%b3%b6%e3%81%af%e9%a3%9b%e8%a1%8c%e6%a9%9f%e3%81%a7%e3%82%8f%e3%81%9a%e3%81%8b30%e5%88%86%ef%bc%81%e3%83%95%e3%82%a7%e3%83%aa%e3%83%bc%e4%ba%8b","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/31083","title":{"rendered":"It\u2019s Just a 30-Minute Flight from Ishigaki Island to Miyako Island! A Comprehensive Guide to Ferry Options and Itineraries"},"content":{"rendered":"<p style=\"text-align: left;\">Hello everyone!<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>One of the largest activity stores in Ishigaki Island<br \/>\n<strong><span style=\"background: linear-gradient(rgba(255, 255, 102, 0) 60%, #ffff66 60%); font-size: 16 px;\">\"Ishigaki Island ADVENTURE PiPi\"<\/span><\/strong>It is!<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>When it comes to trips to Okinawa\u2019s outlying islands, I often hear people say they want to visit both Ishigaki Island and Miyako Island.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Both are popular resort islands, each with its own unique charm.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/LINE_ALBUM_\u5e7b\u306e\u5cf6ver2_251106_1-1.jpg\" alt=\"phantom island\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" class=\"size-full wp-image-32661 aligncenter\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/LINE_ALBUM_\u5e7b\u306e\u5cf6ver2_251106_1-1.jpg 640w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/LINE_ALBUM_\u5e7b\u306e\u5cf6ver2_251106_1-1-320x240.jpg 320w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/LINE_ALBUM_\u5e7b\u306e\u5cf6ver2_251106_1-1-16x12.jpg 16w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Actually, Ishigaki Island and Miyako Island are about<span style=\"background: linear-gradient(rgba(255, 255, 102, 0) 60%, #ffff66 60%); font-size: 16px;\"><strong>133 km<\/strong><\/span>It is also quite far away, so the only practical means of transportation is by plane.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>In this article, we\u2019ll provide a comprehensive guide to traveling by plane between Ishigaki Island and Miyako Island, including travel times, information on the discontinued ferry service, and travel itineraries for efficiently exploring both islands.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>If you want to enjoy both Ishigaki Island and Miyako Island to the fullest, be sure to read this all the way through!<\/p>\n<p><strong><div class=\"su-button-center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/en\/activity\/#header1\" 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=\"Button Description\"><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 on Ishigaki Island<br \/>\nClick here to see the popularity ranking!<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/strong><\/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-6af816d4da51f\" 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-6af816d4da51f\"  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\/31083\/#%E7%9F%B3%E5%9E%A3%E5%B3%B6%EF%BD%9E%E5%AE%AE%E5%8F%A4%E5%B3%B6%E3%82%92%E7%A7%BB%E5%8B%95%E3%81%99%E3%82%8B%E3%81%AB%E3%81%AF%EF%BC%9F%E3%82%84%E3%81%A3%E3%81%B1%E3%82%8A%E9%A3%9B%E8%A1%8C%E6%A9%9F%E3%81%8C%E5%9F%BA%E6%9C%AC%EF%BC%81\" title=\"How do you get from Ishigaki Island to Miyako Island? Flying is definitely the best option!\">How do you get from Ishigaki Island to Miyako Island? Flying is definitely the best option!<\/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\/31083\/#%E7%9F%B3%E5%9E%A3%E5%B3%B6%EF%BD%9E%E5%AE%AE%E5%8F%A4%E5%B3%B6%E3%81%AB_%E3%83%95%E3%82%A7%E3%83%AA%E3%83%BC%E3%81%AF%E3%81%82%E3%82%8B%EF%BC%9F\" title=\"Is there a ferry from Ishigaki Island to Miyako Island?\">Is there a \nferry from Ishigaki Island to Miyako 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\/31083\/#%E7%9F%B3%E5%9E%A3%E5%B3%B6%E3%81%A8%E5%AE%AE%E5%8F%A4%E5%B3%B6_%E4%B8%A1%E6%96%B9%E5%B7%A1%E3%82%8B%E3%81%AA%E3%82%89_%E6%97%A5%E7%A8%8B%E3%81%AF%E3%81%A9%E3%82%8C%E3%81%8F%E3%82%89%E3%81%84%E5%BF%85%E8%A6%81%EF%BC%9F\" title=\"If you want to visit both Ishigaki Island and Miyako Island, how much time should you plan for?\">Ishigaki Island and Miyako Island \nIf you want to visit both, \nhow much time do you need?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/31083\/#%E7%9F%B3%E5%9E%A3%E5%B3%B6%E3%81%A8%E5%AE%AE%E5%8F%A4%E5%B3%B6%E3%80%81_%E4%B8%A1%E6%96%B9%E8%A1%8C%E3%81%8F%E3%83%A1%E3%83%AA%E3%83%83%E3%83%88%E3%81%AF%EF%BC%9F\" title=\"What are the benefits of visiting both Ishigaki Island and Miyako Island?\">Ishigaki Island and Miyako Island\u2014\nWhat are the benefits of visiting both?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/31083\/#%E7%9F%B3%E5%9E%A3%E5%B3%B6%E3%81%A8%E5%AE%AE%E5%8F%A4%E5%B3%B6%E3%80%81%E3%81%9D%E3%82%8C%E3%81%9E%E3%82%8C%E3%81%AE%E9%AD%85%E5%8A%9B%E3%82%92%E5%BE%B9%E5%BA%95%E7%B4%B9%E4%BB%8B%EF%BC%81\" title=\"A Comprehensive Guide to the Charms of Ishigaki Island and Miyako Island!\">A Comprehensive Guide to the Charms of Ishigaki Island and Miyako Island!<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/31083\/#%E7%9F%B3%E5%9E%A3%E5%B3%B6%E3%81%AE%E9%AD%85%E5%8A%9B\" title=\"The Charms of Ishigaki Island\">The Charms of Ishigaki Island<\/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\/31083\/#%E5%AE%AE%E5%8F%A4%E5%B3%B6%E3%81%AE%E9%AD%85%E5%8A%9B\" title=\"The Charms of Miyako Island\">The Charms of Miyako Island<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/31083\/#%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%EF%BD%9E%E5%AE%AE%E5%8F%A4%E5%B3%B6%E3%82%92%E7%A7%BB%E5%8B%95%E3%81%99%E3%82%8B%E3%81%AB%E3%81%AF%EF%BC%9F%E3%82%84%E3%81%A3%E3%81%B1%E3%82%8A%E9%A3%9B%E8%A1%8C%E6%A9%9F%E3%81%8C%E5%9F%BA%E6%9C%AC%EF%BC%81\"><\/span>How do you get from Ishigaki Island to Miyako Island? Flying is definitely the best option!<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-30695 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/32792389_s.jpg\" alt=\"Airplane Free Images\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/32792389_s.jpg 640w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/32792389_s-320x240.jpg 320w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/32792389_s-16x12.jpg 16w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>The current options for traveling between Ishigaki Island and Miyako Island are<span style=\"background: linear-gradient(rgba(255, 255, 102, 0) 60%, #ffff66 60%); font-size: 16px;\"><strong>Airplane<\/strong><\/span>That's all.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Although there used to be a passenger ferry route, regular service has been suspended due to factors such as a decline in ridership.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Although the two islands appear close on a map, they are actually more than 100 km apart\u2014a distance that takes about 6 to 7 hours to travel, even by high-speed ferry.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>That\u2019s why airplanes, which allow you to travel quickly, are by far the most efficient and convenient option.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-30692 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/32792396_m.jpg\" alt=\"Airplane Free Images\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/32792396_m.jpg 640w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/32792396_m-320x240.jpg 320w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/32792396_m-16x12.jpg 16w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Fortunately, JAL (Japan Transocean Air\/Ryukyu Air Commuter) and ANA (ANA Wings) operate direct flights between Ishigaki Island and Miyako Island, with approximately three round trips per day as of 2026.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>The flight takes only about<span style=\"background: linear-gradient(rgba(255, 255, 102, 0) 60%, #ffff66 60%); font-size: 16px;\"><strong>30 minutes<\/strong><\/span>It's just a short ride, and you'll be there in no time.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Fares vary depending on the season and when you book, but as a general guideline, they range from about 6,000 to 15,000 yen per one-way trip.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-31632 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/23496921_m.jpg\" alt=\"Shisa Free Images\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/23496921_m.jpg 640w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/23496921_m-320x240.jpg 320w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/23496921_m-16x12.jpg 16w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>With the rise of low-cost carriers (LCCs), it\u2019s become easier to find affordable flights, making it more convenient than ever to travel back and forth between the two islands. It\u2019s great to be able to enjoy both Miyako Island and Ishigaki Island in such a short flight time.<\/p>\n<p><strong><div class=\"su-button-center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/30538\/\" 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 column page on the Ishigaki Port Remote Islands Terminal website\"><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 Ishigaki Airport<br \/>\nFor more information, click here!<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E7%9F%B3%E5%9E%A3%E5%B3%B6%EF%BD%9E%E5%AE%AE%E5%8F%A4%E5%B3%B6%E3%81%AB_%E3%83%95%E3%82%A7%E3%83%AA%E3%83%BC%E3%81%AF%E3%81%82%E3%82%8B%EF%BC%9F\"><\/span>From Ishigaki Island to Miyako Island<br \/>\nIs there a ferry?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-31486 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/26323205_s.jpg\" alt=\"Ishigaki Port Remote Islands Terminal - Free Images\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/26323205_s.jpg 640w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/26323205_s-320x240.jpg 320w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/26323205_s-16x12.jpg 16w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Some of you might be wondering, \u201cCan I get there by boat instead of by plane?\u201d<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong><span style=\"background: linear-gradient(rgba(255, 255, 102, 0) 60%, #ffff66 60%); font-size: 16 px;\">Conclusion<\/span><\/strong>To put it simply, as of 2026, there are no passenger ferries operating between Ishigaki Island and Miyako Island.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Although there was a time when a ferry service operated between Ishigaki Port and Miyako Port, ridership declined due to the expansion of air service and the long travel time, and the regular ferry service has now been discontinued.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-19695 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_3220-e1695086960652-640x481.jpg\" alt=\"Statue of Yoshitaka Gushiken and the Yaeyama Sightseeing Ferry\" width=\"640\" height=\"481\" \/><\/p>\n<p>If we were to travel by boat, the travel time would be<strong><span style=\"background: linear-gradient(rgba(255, 255, 102, 0) 60%, #ffff66 60%); font-size: 16 px;\">About 6 to 7 hours<\/span><\/strong>It also carries the risk of seasickness and the drawback of having an entire day of travel wasted.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>While there are still ways to transport vehicles on cargo ships, there are virtually no options for tourists to board them. As a result, flying is currently the only option for traveling between Ishigaki Island and Miyako Island.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Some people may be driven by a sense of romance, thinking, \u201cI just have to go by boat!\u201d but unfortunately, that\u2019s not really feasible at the moment.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-25399 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/\u9752\u306e\u6d1e\u7a9f\ud83c\udf0a_231101_1-e1756699380155-640x480.jpg\" alt=\"Ishigaki Island&#039;s Best Scenic Spots #6: The Blue Cave\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/\u9752\u306e\u6d1e\u7a9f\ud83c\udf0a_231101_1-e1756699380155-640x480.jpg 640w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/\u9752\u306e\u6d1e\u7a9f\ud83c\udf0a_231101_1-e1756699380155-320x240.jpg 320w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/\u9752\u306e\u6d1e\u7a9f\ud83c\udf0a_231101_1-e1756699380155-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/\u9752\u306e\u6d1e\u7a9f\ud83c\udf0a_231101_1-e1756699380155-16x12.jpg 16w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/\u9752\u306e\u6d1e\u7a9f\ud83c\udf0a_231101_1-e1756699380155.jpg 1197w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/>While it\u2019s not entirely impossible that passenger ferries might resume service in the future, you should plan your trip assuming you\u2019ll be flying, at least at this stage.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Even when considering time and comfort,<strong><span style=\"background: linear-gradient(rgba(255, 255, 102, 0) 60%, #ffff66 60%); font-size: 16 px;\">30 minutes<\/span><\/strong>The benefits of traveling by plane are significant.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong><div class=\"su-button-center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/8979\/\" 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 column page on the Ishigaki Port Remote Islands Terminal website\"><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 Ishigaki Port Terminal<br \/>\nFor more information, click here!<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E7%9F%B3%E5%9E%A3%E5%B3%B6%E3%81%A8%E5%AE%AE%E5%8F%A4%E5%B3%B6_%E4%B8%A1%E6%96%B9%E5%B7%A1%E3%82%8B%E3%81%AA%E3%82%89_%E6%97%A5%E7%A8%8B%E3%81%AF%E3%81%A9%E3%82%8C%E3%81%8F%E3%82%89%E3%81%84%E5%BF%85%E8%A6%81%EF%BC%9F\"><\/span>Ishigaki Island and Miyako Island<br \/>\nIf you're going to visit both<br \/>\nHow much time will this take?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/LINE_ALBUM_\u9752\u306e\u6d1e\u7a9f_251027_6-640x480.jpg\" alt=\"Blue Cave\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-32548 aligncenter\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/LINE_ALBUM_\u9752\u306e\u6d1e\u7a9f_251027_6-640x480.jpg 640w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/LINE_ALBUM_\u9752\u306e\u6d1e\u7a9f_251027_6-1280x960.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/LINE_ALBUM_\u9752\u306e\u6d1e\u7a9f_251027_6-320x240.jpg 320w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/LINE_ALBUM_\u9752\u306e\u6d1e\u7a9f_251027_6-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/LINE_ALBUM_\u9752\u306e\u6d1e\u7a9f_251027_6-16x12.jpg 16w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/LINE_ALBUM_\u9752\u306e\u6d1e\u7a9f_251027_6.jpg 1477w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>When planning a trip to both Ishigaki Island and Miyako Island, one of the main concerns is how many days you\u2019ll need.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Generally speaking, a tour of both islands requires at least<span style=\"background: linear-gradient(rgba(255, 255, 102, 0) 60%, #ffff66 60%); font-size: 16px;\"><strong>4 days and 3 nights<\/strong><\/span>I'd like to see at least that much.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>For example, if you stay two nights on Ishigaki Island and one night on Miyako Island\u2014for a total of three nights\u2014you\u2019ll have enough time to explore each island.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-30971 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/1468573_s.jpg\" alt=\"Hotel Free Images\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/1468573_s.jpg 640w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/1468573_s-320x240.jpg 320w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/1468573_s-16x12.jpg 16w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>If I may be so bold,<span style=\"background: linear-gradient(rgba(255, 255, 102, 0) 60%, #ffff66 60%); font-size: 16px;\"><strong>4 nights, 5 days<\/strong><\/span>If you have that much time, it\u2019s ideal because you can take your time sightseeing on each island for a full two days.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>When planning your schedule, be sure to take flight times into account.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Use a different island for the outbound and return trips<strong><span style=\"background: linear-gradient(rgba(255, 255, 102, 0) 60%, #ffff66 60%); font-size: 16 px;\">\"Open-Jaw (Multi-City Travel)\"<\/span><\/strong>If you do it this way, you can tour the area efficiently.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-29439 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/\u30b5\u30f3\u30bb\u30c3\u30c8SUP_\u30ab\u30cc\u30fc.jpg\" alt=\"sunset\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/\u30b5\u30f3\u30bb\u30c3\u30c8SUP_\u30ab\u30cc\u30fc.jpg 640w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/\u30b5\u30f3\u30bb\u30c3\u30c8SUP_\u30ab\u30cc\u30fc-320x240.jpg 320w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/\u30b5\u30f3\u30bb\u30c3\u30c8SUP_\u30ab\u30cc\u30fc-16x12.jpg 16w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Even for the same itinerary, we recommend combining flights departing from and arriving at Ishigaki Island with those departing from and arriving at Miyako Island, as this allows for efficient travel.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>In addition, when travelers have the opportunity to take longer vacations\u2014such as during the summer Obon holiday or the year-end and New Year\u2019s holidays\u2014an increasing number are taking the plunge and visiting both islands as part of a single trip.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Since you have this long vacation, why not take advantage of it to experience the charms of both the Yaeyama and Miyako regions in a single trip!<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E7%9F%B3%E5%9E%A3%E5%B3%B6%E3%81%A8%E5%AE%AE%E5%8F%A4%E5%B3%B6%E3%80%81_%E4%B8%A1%E6%96%B9%E8%A1%8C%E3%81%8F%E3%83%A1%E3%83%AA%E3%83%83%E3%83%88%E3%81%AF%EF%BC%9F\"><\/span>Ishigaki Island and Miyako Island,<br \/>\nWhat are the benefits of going to both?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-17968 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/P7076544-640x480.jpg\" alt=\"Ishigakijima limestone cave\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/P7076544-640x480.jpg 640w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/P7076544-1280x960.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/P7076544-320x240.jpg 320w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/P7076544-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/P7076544-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/P7076544-2048x1536.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>There are actually significant benefits to visiting both islands on a single trip.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>First and foremost, rather than traveling separately,<span style=\"background: linear-gradient(rgba(255, 255, 102, 0) 60%, #ffff66 60%); font-size: 16px;\"><strong>You can keep your travel costs down<\/strong><\/span>That's it.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Since both Ishigaki Island and Miyako Island are located far from Honshu, the cost of round-trip airfare tends to add up if you travel to each island separately.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>However, if you visit both destinations on a single trip, you\u2019ll only need to purchase one round-trip airline ticket between Honshu and Okinawa.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-19939 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/IMG_4120-640x480.jpg\" alt=\"The Spectacular View from Mt. Otake on Kohama Island\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/IMG_4120-640x480.jpg 640w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/IMG_4120-320x240.jpg 320w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/IMG_4120-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/IMG_4120.jpg 1008w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Overall, you can save quite a bit on transportation costs compared to taking two separate trips.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>The second benefit is that both islands'<span style=\"background: linear-gradient(rgba(255, 255, 102, 0) 60%, #ffff66 60%); font-size: 16px;\"><strong>You can clearly feel the difference<\/strong><\/span>This is to say.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Although Ishigaki Island and Miyako Island are both tropical resorts, there are significant differences in their natural environments and the ways to enjoy them.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>If you visit repeatedly over a short period of time, you'll likely find the differences even more striking.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-5781 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_3225-640x480.jpg\" alt=\"Ishigaki Island&#039;s spectacular scenery\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Discovering that \u201cthe experiences on Ishigaki Island and Miyako Island are so different when you compare them!\u201d is one of the unique joys of a round-trip tour.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>In addition, on a single trip,<strong><span style=\"background: linear-gradient(rgba(255, 255, 102, 0) 60%, #ffff66 60%); font-size: 16 px;\">The Cultures of Two Remote Islands<\/span><\/strong>Another appealing aspect is that you can actually touch it.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>The dialects, local cuisine, and traditional events on Ishigaki Island and Miyako Island differ slightly from one another.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Be sure to make the most of both islands!<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E7%9F%B3%E5%9E%A3%E5%B3%B6%E3%81%A8%E5%AE%AE%E5%8F%A4%E5%B3%B6%E3%80%81%E3%81%9D%E3%82%8C%E3%81%9E%E3%82%8C%E3%81%AE%E9%AD%85%E5%8A%9B%E3%82%92%E5%BE%B9%E5%BA%95%E7%B4%B9%E4%BB%8B%EF%BC%81\"><\/span>A Comprehensive Guide to the Charms of Ishigaki Island and Miyako Island!<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-29413 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/1046_xlarge.jpg\" alt=\"Spectacular Views\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/1046_xlarge.jpg 640w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/1046_xlarge-320x240.jpg 320w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/1046_xlarge-16x12.jpg 16w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Finally, I\u2019d like to briefly introduce the unique charms of Ishigaki Island and Miyako Island, as well as the different ways to enjoy each.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Even though they are both remote islands in Okinawa, the two islands<strong><span style=\"background: linear-gradient(rgba(255, 255, 102, 0) 60%, #ffff66 60%); font-size: 16 px;\">Different Charms<\/span><\/strong>There are many<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Since you're visiting both places, let's make sure to highlight the must-see spots at each one.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E7%9F%B3%E5%9E%A3%E5%B3%B6%E3%81%AE%E9%AD%85%E5%8A%9B\"><\/span><span style=\"font-size: 20px;\">The Charms of Ishigaki Island<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-26581 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/IMG_1256-1-1.jpg\" alt=\"coconut crab (Birgus latro)\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/IMG_1256-1-1.jpg 640w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/IMG_1256-1-1-320x240.jpg 320w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>The greatest appeal of Ishigaki Island is its<span style=\"background: linear-gradient(rgba(255, 255, 102, 0) 60%, #ffff66 60%); font-size: 16px;\"><strong>Nature Teeming with Biodiversity<\/strong><\/span>It is located at<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>The island is home to several mountains, including Mount Omoto, the highest peak in Okinawa Prefecture.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Nutrient-rich rivers flowing from the mountains into the ocean nurture vast coral reefs and a rich ecosystem in the surrounding waters.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>In fact, around Ishigaki Island, there are<strong><span style=\"background: linear-gradient(rgba(255, 255, 102, 0) 60%, #ffff66 60%); font-size: 16 px;\">One of Japan's Largest Coral Reef Areas<\/span><\/strong>The \"Ishini Lagoon\" stretches out, dotted with spots where you can encounter colorful tropical fish and sea turtles.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-26808 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/LINE_ALBUM_\u30cf\u3099\u30e9\u30b9\u30b7\u30e5\u30ce\u30fc\u30b1\u30eb_240224_5.jpg\" alt=\"Barras Island\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/LINE_ALBUM_\u30cf\u3099\u30e9\u30b9\u30b7\u30e5\u30ce\u30fc\u30b1\u30eb_240224_5.jpg 640w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/LINE_ALBUM_\u30cf\u3099\u30e9\u30b9\u30b7\u30e5\u30ce\u30fc\u30b1\u30eb_240224_5-320x240.jpg 320w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Ishigaki Island also serves as a hub for tourism in the Yaeyama Islands.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>In addition to sightseeing on the island itself, you can take a high-speed ferry from the Ishigaki Port Remote Islands Terminal to reach unique nearby islands such as Iriomote Island, Taketomi Island, and Kohama Island in about 10 to 60 minutes.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>From jungle expeditions on Iriomote Island\u2014a UNESCO World Natural Heritage Site\u2014to strolling through the red-tiled-roof village on Taketomi Island,<span style=\"background: linear-gradient(rgba(255, 255, 102, 0) 60%, #ffff66 60%); font-size: 16px;\"><strong>island hopping<\/strong><\/span>Being able to enjoy this is surely one of the unique charms of Ishigaki Island.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Ishigaki Island\u2019s appeal lies in its perfect balance, allowing visitors to enjoy both nature-based sightseeing and exploring the town.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-26507 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/LINE_ALBUM_\u3072\u3068\u3057_231128_10-1.jpg\" alt=\"one year\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/LINE_ALBUM_\u3072\u3068\u3057_231128_10-1.jpg 640w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/LINE_ALBUM_\u3072\u3068\u3057_231128_10-1-320x240.jpg 320w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Ishigaki Island also offers a wide variety of marine activities.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>From canoeing and SUP in the mangrove forests to sunset cruises at dusk, you can enjoy a variety of activities set against the backdrop of the ocean, rivers, and mountains.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>In particular, the \"Mysterious Island\" landing tour, the Blue Cave exploration tour, and the snorkeling tour where you can swim with sea turtles are extremely popular and are must-try activities during a trip to Ishigaki Island.<\/p>\n<p><strong><div class=\"su-button-center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/tour\/943\/\" 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 Grotto Snorkeling 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 Snorkeling 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\/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> Check out these activities you can do on Ishigaki Island!<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E5%AE%AE%E5%8F%A4%E5%B3%B6%E3%81%AE%E9%AD%85%E5%8A%9B\"><\/span><span style=\"font-size: 20px;\">The Charms of Miyako Island<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-25457 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/IMG_9117-1-1.jpg\" alt=\"snorkel\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/IMG_9117-1-1.jpg 640w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/IMG_9117-1-1-320x240.jpg 320w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>The appeal of Miyako Island is, without a doubt,<strong><span style=\"background: linear-gradient(rgba(255, 255, 102, 0) 60%, #ffff66 60%); font-size: 16 px;\">\"Miyako Blue\"<\/span><\/strong>A breathtaking scene known as<span style=\"background: linear-gradient(rgba(255, 255, 102, 0) 60%, #ffff66 60%); font-size: 16px;\"><strong>Spectacular Views of the Blue Sea<\/strong><\/span>It is.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Miyako Island is a flat island formed by the uplift of limestone, and unlike Ishigaki Island, it has no high mountains or large rivers.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Thanks to this, there is little sediment runoff from the rain, and the waters surrounding the island are a crystal-clear blue.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>There are numerous beaches dotted with beautiful white sand, and among them, Yonaha Maehama Beach is<strong><span style=\"background: linear-gradient(rgba(255, 255, 102, 0) 60%, #ffff66 60%); font-size: 16 px;\">\"The Most Beautiful Beach in the Orient\"<\/span><\/strong>It is known as one of Miyako Island's most famous beaches.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-26804 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/LINE_ALBUM_\u30cf\u3099\u30e9\u30b9\u30b7\u30e5\u30ce\u30fc\u30b1\u30eb_240224_8.jpg\" alt=\"Barras Island\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/LINE_ALBUM_\u30cf\u3099\u30e9\u30b9\u30b7\u30e5\u30ce\u30fc\u30b1\u30eb_240224_8.jpg 640w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/LINE_ALBUM_\u30cf\u3099\u30e9\u30b9\u30b7\u30e5\u30ce\u30fc\u30b1\u30eb_240224_8-320x240.jpg 320w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>The pristine white powdery sand and the 7-kilometer stretch of shallow waters truly make for a breathtaking view.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Another major feature of Miyako Island is that it is connected by bridges to the surrounding islands (such as Irabu Island, Ikema Island, and Kurima Island).<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>One of the unique pleasures of Miyako Island is taking a scenic drive across to a remote island by car and gazing out over the emerald-green sea from the top of a long bridge spanning the ocean.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>especially<strong><span style=\"background: linear-gradient(rgba(255, 255, 102, 0) 60%, #ffff66 60%); font-size: 16 px;\">Irabu Bridge<\/span><\/strong>The view from the (3,540-meter-long) bridge and the view of Maehama Beach from the Kurima Bridge are definitely worth seeing.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-27470 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/\u30a6\u30df\u30ac\u30e1-640x479.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"640\" height=\"479\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Snorkeling and diving are also very popular on Miyako Island, and there are many spots where you can swim with sea turtles (such as around Yaese and Ogami Island).<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>However, since there are no other inhabited islands off the coast of Miyako Island that can be reached by sightseeing boat, tours of the outlying islands mainly consist of driving tours of the islands connected by bridges.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>That\u2019s why one of Miyako Island\u2019s charms is how easy it is to enjoy a complete vacation on a single island (plus the islands accessible by bridge).<\/p>\n<p><strong><div class=\"su-button-center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/miyako-pipi.com\/activity#header1\" 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=\"Button Description\"><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> Check out these popular activities on Miyako Island!<\/span><\/a><\/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><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-24613 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/\u30c0\u30a6\u30f3\u30ed\u30fc\u30c9-26.png\" alt=\"Airplanes, Travel, Airports\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/\u30c0\u30a6\u30f3\u30ed\u30fc\u30c9-26.png 640w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/\u30c0\u30a6\u30f3\u30ed\u30fc\u30c9-26-320x240.png 320w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>A trip that takes you to two popular remote islands\u2014Ishigaki Island and Miyako Island\u2014is a luxurious experience that lets you enjoy the charms of both at once.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Traveling by plane takes only about 30 minutes, making it easy and efficient to tour the area.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>As introduced in this article,<strong><span style=\"background: linear-gradient(rgba(255, 255, 102, 0) 60%, #ffff66 60%); font-size: 16 px;\">3 nights and 4 days or more<\/span><\/strong>If you can work out the schedule, you'll be able to fully enjoy both Ishigaki Island and Miyako Island.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>On Ishigaki Island, you\u2019ll find lush nature and island hopping, while on Miyako Island, the \u201cMiyako Blue\u201d sea and scenic drives offer a different kind of fun.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-26788 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/LINE_ALBUM_\u30cf\u3099\u30e9\u30b9\u30b7\u30e5\u30ce\u30fc\u30b1\u30eb_240224_4.jpg\" alt=\"Barras Island\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/LINE_ALBUM_\u30cf\u3099\u30e9\u30b9\u30b7\u30e5\u30ce\u30fc\u30b1\u30eb_240224_4.jpg 640w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/LINE_ALBUM_\u30cf\u3099\u30e9\u30b9\u30b7\u30e5\u30ce\u30fc\u30b1\u30eb_240224_4-320x240.jpg 320w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>If you can't quite decide between the two, why not take the plunge and visit both?<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>You're sure to have experiences that can only be had on each island,<strong><span style=\"background: linear-gradient(rgba(255, 255, 102, 0) 60%, #ffff66 60%); font-size: 16 px;\">memories that will last a lifetime<\/span><\/strong>It should be.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>ADVENTURE PiPi on Ishigaki Island operates locations not only on Ishigaki and Iriomote Islands but also on Miyako Island, offering a variety of nature tours such as snorkeling and kayaking.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-27403 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/LINE_ALBUM_\u6d66\u5185\u5ddd_240122_55-640x480.jpg\" alt=\"Canoeing on the Urauchi River\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" \/><\/p>\n<p>When planning a trip to both islands, be sure to take advantage of the activities offered by our shop to fully enjoy the tropical natural scenery.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Well then, thank you for reading to the end.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>We hope you enjoy your wonderful trip to Ishigaki Island and Miyako Island!<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>\u307f\u306a\u3055\u3093\u3053\u3093\u306b\u3061\u306f\uff01 &nbsp; 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