{"id":5601,"date":"2026-01-09T19:40:29","date_gmt":"2026-01-09T10:40:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/?p=5601"},"modified":"2026-01-10T11:26:23","modified_gmt":"2026-01-10T02:26:23","slug":"%e7%9f%b3%e5%9e%a3%e5%b3%b6%e3%81%ae%e4%b8%80%e4%ba%ba%e6%97%85%e3%81%ae%e3%81%8a%e3%81%99%e3%81%99%e3%82%81%e8%a6%b3%e5%85%89%e3%82%b9%e3%83%9d%e3%83%83%e3%83%8815%e9%81%b8%ef%bc%81%e3%81%8a%e3%81%99","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/5601","title":{"rendered":"15 recommended sightseeing spots for solo travelers in Ishigaki Island! Ishigaki Island resident staff will give you a thorough explanation!"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Hello everyone!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">When you want a change of pace or to discover yourself, you often feel like going somewhere, don\u2019t you? That\u2019s exactly when I recommend visiting Ishigaki Island.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Ishigaki Island is home to vast expanses of nature\u2014the ocean, mountains, and rivers\u2014offering plenty of opportunities to reflect on your own!<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Another highlight of traveling alone on Ishigaki Island is the chance to meet new people, such as fellow solo travelers and locals. If you\u2019re thinking about taking a solo trip, please definitely consider Ishigaki Island.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">In this article, we\u2019ll introduce some recommended spots and activities on Ishigaki Island.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<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:#00bac9;border-color:#0095a1;border-radius:6px;-moz-border-radius:6px;-webkit-border-radius:6px\" target=\"_self\" title=\"Button Description\"><span style=\"color:#FFFFFF;padding:6px 18px;font-size:14px;line-height:21px;border-color:#4dcfda;border-radius:6px;-moz-border-radius:6px;-webkit-border-radius:6px;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:14px;color:#ffffff\"><\/i> Click here for a list of activities on Ishigaki Island, including Kabira Bay, Phantom Island and Blue Cave.<\/span><\/a><\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div class=\"su-button-center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/en\/hp_reservation_privilege\/\" class=\"su-button su-button-style-glass\" style=\"color:#FFFFFF;background-color:#00bac9;border-color:#0095a1;border-radius:6px;-moz-border-radius:6px;-webkit-border-radius:6px\" target=\"_self\" title=\"Button Description\"><span style=\"color:#FFFFFF;padding:6px 18px;font-size:14px;line-height:21px;border-color:#4dcfda;border-radius:6px;-moz-border-radius:6px;-webkit-border-radius:6px;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:14px;color:#ffffff\"><\/i> Be sure to check out the special offers for HP reservations! Click here to see the special reservation offers!<\/span><\/a><\/div>\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-6af80b822e24d\" 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\" 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ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/5601\/#%E7%9F%B3%E5%9E%A3%E5%B3%B6%E3%81%AE%E4%B8%80%E4%BA%BA%E6%97%85%E3%81%AE%E8%A6%B3%E5%85%89%E3%82%B9%E3%83%9D%E3%83%83%E3%83%8815%E9%81%B8\" title=\"15 Must-See Attractions for a Solo Trip to Ishigaki Island\">15 Must-See Attractions for a Solo Trip to 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-3\" href=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/5601\/#%E7%9F%B3%E5%9E%A3%E5%B3%B6%E3%81%AE%E4%B8%80%E4%BA%BA%E6%97%85%E3%81%AE%E8%A6%B3%E5%85%89%E3%82%B9%E3%83%9D%E3%83%83%E3%83%88%E2%91%A0%E7%B1%B3%E5%8E%9F%E3%83%93%E3%83%BC%E3%83%81\" title=\"Sightseeing Spots for a Solo Trip to Ishigaki Island #1: Yonehara Beach\">Sightseeing Spots for a Solo Trip to Ishigaki Island #1: Yonehara Beach<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/5601\/#%E7%9F%B3%E5%9E%A3%E5%B3%B6%E3%81%AE%E4%B8%80%E4%BA%BA%E6%97%85%E3%81%AE%E8%A6%B3%E5%85%89%E3%82%B9%E3%83%9D%E3%83%83%E3%83%88%E2%91%A1%E7%9F%B3%E5%9E%A3%E5%B3%B6%E9%8D%BE%E4%B9%B3%E6%B4%9E\" title=\"Sightseeing Spots for a Solo Trip to Ishigaki Island, Part 2: Ishigaki Island Limestone Cave\">Sightseeing Spots for a Solo Trip to Ishigaki Island, Part 2: Ishigaki Island Limestone Cave<\/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\/5601\/#%E7%9F%B3%E5%9E%A3%E5%B3%B6%E3%81%AE%E4%B8%80%E4%BA%BA%E6%97%85%E3%81%AE%E8%A6%B3%E5%85%89%E3%82%B9%E3%83%9D%E3%83%83%E3%83%88%E2%91%A2%E3%83%9E%E3%83%B3%E3%82%BF%E3%82%B9%E3%82%AF%E3%83%A9%E3%83%B3%E3%83%96%E3%83%AB\" title=\"Sightseeing Spots for a Solo Trip to Ishigaki Island #3: Manta Scramble\">Sightseeing Spots for a Solo Trip to Ishigaki Island #3: Manta Scramble<\/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\/5601\/#%E7%9F%B3%E5%9E%A3%E5%B3%B6%E3%81%AE%E4%B8%80%E4%BA%BA%E6%97%85%E3%81%AE%E8%A6%B3%E5%85%89%E3%82%B9%E3%83%9D%E3%83%83%E3%83%88%E2%91%A3%E3%82%A6%E3%83%9F%E3%82%AC%E3%83%A1%E3%83%9D%E3%82%A4%E3%83%B3%E3%83%88\" title=\"Sightseeing Spots for a Solo Trip to Ishigaki Island, Part 4: Sea Turtle Spot\">Sightseeing Spots for a Solo Trip to Ishigaki Island, Part 4: Sea Turtle Spot<\/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\/5601\/#%E7%9F%B3%E5%9E%A3%E5%B3%B6%E3%81%AE%E4%B8%80%E4%BA%BA%E6%97%85%E3%81%AE%E8%A6%B3%E5%85%89%E3%82%B9%E3%83%9D%E3%83%83%E3%83%88%E2%91%A4%E3%83%90%E3%83%B3%E3%83%8A%E4%B8%98\" title=\"Sightseeing Spots for a Solo Trip to Ishigaki Island #5: Banna Hill\">Sightseeing Spots for a Solo Trip to Ishigaki Island #5: Banna Hill<\/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\/5601\/#%E7%9F%B3%E5%9E%A3%E5%B3%B6%E3%81%AE%E4%B8%80%E4%BA%BA%E6%97%85%E3%81%AE%E8%A6%B3%E5%85%89%E3%82%B9%E3%83%9D%E3%83%83%E3%83%88%E2%91%A5%E9%9D%92%E3%81%AE%E6%B4%9E%E7%AA%9F\" title=\"Sightseeing Spots for a Solo Trip to Ishigaki Island (6): The Blue Cave\">Sightseeing Spots for a Solo Trip to Ishigaki Island (6): The Blue Cave<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/5601\/#%E7%9F%B3%E5%9E%A3%E5%B3%B6%E3%81%AE%E4%B8%80%E4%BA%BA%E6%97%85%E3%81%AE%E8%A6%B3%E5%85%89%E3%82%B9%E3%83%9D%E3%83%83%E3%83%88%E2%91%A6%E5%B7%9D%E5%B9%B3%E6%B9%BE\" title=\"Sightseeing Spots for a Solo Trip to Ishigaki Island #7: Kabira Bay\">Sightseeing Spots for a Solo Trip to Ishigaki Island #7: Kabira Bay<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/5601\/#%E7%9F%B3%E5%9E%A3%E5%B3%B6%E3%81%AE%E4%B8%80%E4%BA%BA%E6%97%85%E3%81%AE%E8%A6%B3%E5%85%89%E3%82%B9%E3%83%9D%E3%83%83%E3%83%88%E2%91%A7%E5%90%8D%E8%94%B5%E6%B9%BE\" title=\"Sightseeing Spots for a Solo Trip to Ishigaki Island #8: Nagura Bay\">Sightseeing Spots for a Solo Trip to Ishigaki Island #8: Nagura Bay<\/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\/5601\/#%E7%9F%B3%E5%9E%A3%E5%B3%B6%E3%81%AE%E4%B8%80%E4%BA%BA%E6%97%85%E3%81%AE%E8%A6%B3%E5%85%89%E3%82%B9%E3%83%9D%E3%83%83%E3%83%88%E2%91%A8%E5%90%B9%E9%80%9A%E5%B7%9D\" title=\"Sightseeing Spots for a Solo Trip to Ishigaki Island #9: Fukidori River\">Sightseeing Spots for a Solo Trip to Ishigaki Island #9: Fukidori River<\/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\/5601\/#%E7%9F%B3%E5%9E%A3%E5%B3%B6%E3%81%AE%E4%B8%80%E4%BA%BA%E6%97%85%E3%81%AE%E8%A6%B3%E5%85%89%E3%82%B9%E3%83%9D%E3%83%83%E3%83%88%E2%91%A9%E7%AB%B9%E5%AF%8C%E5%B3%B6%E8%A6%B3%E5%85%89\" title=\"Sightseeing Spots for a Solo Trip to Ishigaki Island #10: Sightseeing on Taketomi Island\">Sightseeing Spots for a Solo Trip to Ishigaki Island #10: Sightseeing on Taketomi Island<\/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\/5601\/#%E7%9F%B3%E5%9E%A3%E5%B3%B6%E3%81%AE%E4%B8%80%E4%BA%BA%E6%97%85%E3%81%AE%E8%A6%B3%E5%85%89%E3%82%B9%E3%83%9D%E3%83%83%E3%83%88%E2%91%AA%E9%87%8E%E5%BA%95%E5%B2%B3\" title=\"Sightseeing Spots for a Solo Trip to Ishigaki Island #11: Mt. Nosoko\">Sightseeing Spots for a Solo Trip to Ishigaki Island #11: Mt. Nosoko<\/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\/5601\/#%E7%9F%B3%E5%9E%A3%E5%B3%B6%E3%81%AE%E4%B8%80%E4%BA%BA%E6%97%85%E3%81%AE%E8%A6%B3%E5%85%89%E3%82%B9%E3%83%9D%E3%83%83%E3%83%88%E2%91%AB%E5%B9%BB%E3%81%AE%E5%B3%B6\" title=\"Sightseeing Spots for a Solo Trip to Ishigaki Island #12: The Phantom Island\">Sightseeing Spots for a Solo Trip to Ishigaki Island #12: The Phantom Island<\/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\/5601\/#%E7%9F%B3%E5%9E%A3%E5%B3%B6%E3%81%AE%E4%B8%80%E4%BA%BA%E6%97%85%E3%81%AE%E8%A6%B3%E5%85%89%E3%82%B9%E3%83%9D%E3%83%83%E3%83%88%E2%91%AC%E8%8D%92%E5%B7%9D%E3%81%AE%E6%BB%9D\" title=\"Sightseeing Spots for a Solo Trip to Ishigaki Island #13: Arakawa Falls\">Sightseeing Spots for a Solo Trip to Ishigaki Island #13: Arakawa Falls<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/5601\/#%E7%9F%B3%E5%9E%A3%E5%B3%B6%E3%81%AE%E4%B8%80%E4%BA%BA%E6%97%85%E3%81%AE%E8%A6%B3%E5%85%89%E3%82%B9%E3%83%9D%E3%83%83%E3%83%88%E2%91%AD%E7%9F%B3%E8%A5%BF%E7%A4%81%E6%B9%96\" title=\"Sightseeing Spots for a Solo Trip to Ishigaki Island #14: Ishinishi Lagoon\">Sightseeing Spots for a Solo Trip to Ishigaki Island #14: Ishinishi Lagoon<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/5601\/#%E7%9F%B3%E5%9E%A3%E5%B3%B6%E3%81%AE%E4%B8%80%E4%BA%BA%E6%97%85%E3%81%AE%E8%A6%B3%E5%85%89%E3%82%B9%E3%83%9D%E3%83%83%E3%83%88%E2%91%AE%E5%AE%AE%E8%89%AF%E5%B7%9D\" title=\"Sightseeing Spots for a Solo Trip to Ishigaki Island #15: Miyara River\">Sightseeing Spots for a Solo Trip to Ishigaki Island #15: Miyara River<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/5601\/#%E7%B5%82%E3%82%8F%E3%82%8A%E3%81%AB\" title=\"At the end.\">At 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%AE%E4%B8%80%E4%BA%BA%E6%97%85%E3%81%AE%E3%81%8A%E3%81%99%E3%81%99%E3%82%81%E3%81%AE%E7%90%86%E7%94%B1%E3%83%BB%E7%89%B9%E5%BE%B4\"><\/span>Reasons to Recommend and Highlights of a Solo Trip to Ishigaki Island<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-5597 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_2061-640x480.jpg\" alt=\"Canoeing on the Fukidori River During a Solo Trip to Ishigaki Island\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_2061-640x480.jpg 640w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_2061-1280x960.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_2061-320x240.jpg 320w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_2061-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_2061-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_2061.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">As I mentioned at the beginning, Ishigaki Island is a place I highly recommend for solo travelers.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Whether you\u2019re taking in the expansive natural scenery of Ishigaki Island, losing yourself in thought, or enjoying activities and taking photos, there are plenty of things to enjoy even when traveling alone.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Many of the locals and other travelers are very friendly, so you might have some wonderful encounters. With high hopes in your heart, let\u2019s set off on a solo trip to Ishigaki Island!<\/span><\/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%E4%B8%80%E4%BA%BA%E6%97%85%E3%81%AE%E8%A6%B3%E5%85%89%E3%82%B9%E3%83%9D%E3%83%83%E3%83%8815%E9%81%B8\"><\/span>15 Must-See Attractions for a Solo Trip to Ishigaki Island<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E7%9F%B3%E5%9E%A3%E5%B3%B6%E3%81%AE%E4%B8%80%E4%BA%BA%E6%97%85%E3%81%AE%E8%A6%B3%E5%85%89%E3%82%B9%E3%83%9D%E3%83%83%E3%83%88%E2%91%A0%E7%B1%B3%E5%8E%9F%E3%83%93%E3%83%BC%E3%83%81\"><\/span>Sightseeing Spots for a Solo Trip to Ishigaki Island #1: Yonehara Beach<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">The first spot I would like to introduce is \"<strong>Yonehara Beach<\/strong>\".<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Maibara Beach is a versatile beach located in the northern part of Ishigaki Island, offering a variety of camping sites and activities.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-5602 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/1243-1-640x480.jpg\" alt=\"Yonehara Beach: A Sightseeing Spot for Solo Travelers on Ishigaki Island\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/1243-1-640x480.jpg 640w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/1243-1-1280x960.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/1243-1-320x240.jpg 320w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/1243-1-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/1243-1-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/1243-1-2048x1536.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">The coastline, with its white beaches and lush greenery, curves in an arc, and behind it lie mountains home to a grove of Yaeyama palms\u2014a designated Natural Monument\u2014truly embodying the image of a tropical beach.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">If you enter the water from the beach and swim a short distance, you'll find a vast coral reef teeming with colorful tropical fish\u2014it's a spot where you can easily experience the ocean of a southern island.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-5603 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_7485-1-640x480.jpg\" alt=\"Yonehara Beach: A Sightseeing Spot for Solo Travelers on Ishigaki Island\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_7485-1-640x480.jpg 640w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_7485-1-1280x960.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_7485-1-320x240.jpg 320w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_7485-1-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_7485-1-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_7485-1.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">You can also just relax in the shade of the trees, so if you get tired from playing in the ocean, it\u2019s a good idea to take a break there.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">One thing to keep in mind is that the current gets strong a short distance from the beach, and this area has been designated as a dangerous swimming zone. Be sure to check the tide conditions beforehand and avoid swimming in areas with strong currents or out in the open water.<span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong>Blue Cave<\/strong><\/span>You can go there, too!<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div class=\"su-button-center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/tour\/3648\/\" class=\"su-button su-button-style-glass\" style=\"color:#FFFFFF;background-color:#00bac9;border-color:#0095a1;border-radius:6px;-moz-border-radius:6px;-webkit-border-radius:6px\" target=\"_self\" title=\"Button Description\"><span style=\"color:#FFFFFF;padding:6px 18px;font-size:14px;line-height:21px;border-color:#4dcfda;border-radius:6px;-moz-border-radius:6px;-webkit-border-radius:6px;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:14px;color:#ffffff\"><\/i> Click here to book a snorkeling tour at the Blue Cave<\/span><\/a><\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div class=\"su-button-center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/9750\/\" class=\"su-button su-button-style-glass\" style=\"color:#FFFFFF;background-color:#00bac9;border-color:#0095a1;border-radius:6px;-moz-border-radius:6px;-webkit-border-radius:6px\" target=\"_self\" title=\"Button Description\"><span style=\"color:#FFFFFF;padding:6px 18px;font-size:14px;line-height:21px;border-color:#4dcfda;border-radius:6px;-moz-border-radius:6px;-webkit-border-radius:6px;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:14px;color:#ffffff\"><\/i> Read more about Yonehara Beach here.<\/span><\/a><\/div>\u200e<\/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%E4%B8%80%E4%BA%BA%E6%97%85%E3%81%AE%E8%A6%B3%E5%85%89%E3%82%B9%E3%83%9D%E3%83%83%E3%83%88%E2%91%A1%E7%9F%B3%E5%9E%A3%E5%B3%B6%E9%8D%BE%E4%B9%B3%E6%B4%9E\"><\/span>Sightseeing Spots for a Solo Trip to Ishigaki Island, Part 2: Ishigaki Island Limestone Cave<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-17968\" 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>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">The next spot we\u2019ll introduce is \u201d<strong>Ishigakijima limestone cave<\/strong>\".<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Ishigaki Island Cave is Japan's southernmost tourist cave, formed when a coral reef was uplifted by tectonic activity.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-17970\" src=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/P7076427-640x480.jpg\" alt=\"Ishigakijima limestone cave\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/P7076427-640x480.jpg 640w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/P7076427-1280x960.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/P7076427-320x240.jpg 320w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/P7076427-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/P7076427-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/P7076427-2048x1536.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">It is one of the two limestone caves on Ishigaki Island. While it is slightly smaller than the other cave, Sabichi Cave, with a total length of 3.2 km, the interior features a mysterious space created by nature, including uniquely shaped stalactites and crystal-clear springs.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-17969\" src=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/P7076457-640x480.jpg\" alt=\"Ishigakijima limestone cave\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/P7076457-640x480.jpg 640w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/P7076457-1280x960.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/P7076457-320x240.jpg 320w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/P7076457-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/P7076457-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/P7076457-2048x1536.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">The Ishigaki Island Limestone Cave features illuminations, making it a spot where visitors can enjoy a beautiful blend of nature and man-made elements.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div class=\"su-button-center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/11218\/\" class=\"su-button su-button-style-glass\" style=\"color:#FFFFFF;background-color:#00bac9;border-color:#0095a1;border-radius:9px;-moz-border-radius:9px;-webkit-border-radius:9px\" target=\"_self\" title=\"Button Description\"><span style=\"color:#FFFFFF;padding:8px 24px;font-size:18px;line-height:27px;border-color:#4dcfda;border-radius:9px;-moz-border-radius:9px;-webkit-border-radius:9px;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:18px;color:#ffffff\"><\/i> Click here for an article about Ishigakijima limestone caves.<\/span><\/a><\/div>\u200e<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div class=\"su-button-center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/activities\/caving\/#sortBox\" class=\"su-button su-button-style-glass\" style=\"color:#FFFFFF;background-color:#00bac9;border-color:#0095a1;border-radius:9px;-moz-border-radius:9px;-webkit-border-radius:9px\" target=\"_self\" title=\"Button Description\"><span style=\"color:#FFFFFF;padding:8px 24px;font-size:18px;line-height:27px;border-color:#4dcfda;border-radius:9px;-moz-border-radius:9px;-webkit-border-radius:9px;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:18px;color:#ffffff\"><\/i> Click here for limestone cave activities<\/span><\/a><\/div>\u200e<\/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%E4%B8%80%E4%BA%BA%E6%97%85%E3%81%AE%E8%A6%B3%E5%85%89%E3%82%B9%E3%83%9D%E3%83%83%E3%83%88%E2%91%A2%E3%83%9E%E3%83%B3%E3%82%BF%E3%82%B9%E3%82%AF%E3%83%A9%E3%83%B3%E3%83%96%E3%83%AB\"><\/span>Sightseeing Spots for a Solo Trip to Ishigaki Island #3: Manta Scramble<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-17967\" src=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/4620693218548954586.6d8708b498290b5ed1bc44d3324e8ddc.20081008-640x481.jpg\" alt=\"Manta Scramble\" width=\"640\" height=\"481\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/4620693218548954586.6d8708b498290b5ed1bc44d3324e8ddc.20081008-640x481.jpg 640w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/4620693218548954586.6d8708b498290b5ed1bc44d3324e8ddc.20081008-1280x961.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/4620693218548954586.6d8708b498290b5ed1bc44d3324e8ddc.20081008-320x240.jpg 320w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/4620693218548954586.6d8708b498290b5ed1bc44d3324e8ddc.20081008-768x577.jpg 768w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/4620693218548954586.6d8708b498290b5ed1bc44d3324e8ddc.20081008.jpg 1478w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">The next spot we\u2019d like to introduce is \u201dManta Point.\u201d It\u2019s a diving spot called Manta Scramble, located in Ishizaki, Kabira. Since it\u2019s accessible even by snorkeling, tours there are very popular. With a depth of 10 to 20 meters, it\u2019s best suited for intermediate divers. The \u201csouthern manta ray\u201d is known for its slow, graceful swimming style and typically measures 3 to 4 meters in length.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-17966\" src=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/4620693218548954586.1abd3679e06be947d52f64c98416c6db.20081008-640x480.jpg\" alt=\"Manta Scramble\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/4620693218548954586.1abd3679e06be947d52f64c98416c6db.20081008-640x480.jpg 640w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/4620693218548954586.1abd3679e06be947d52f64c98416c6db.20081008-1280x960.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/4620693218548954586.1abd3679e06be947d52f64c98416c6db.20081008-320x240.jpg 320w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/4620693218548954586.1abd3679e06be947d52f64c98416c6db.20081008-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/4620693218548954586.1abd3679e06be947d52f64c98416c6db.20081008.jpg 1478w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">At Manta Scramble, there are large schools of small fish, and since these fish remove the parasites from the manta rays, the manta rays swim happily there. While this spot is accessible year-round, October is especially recommended. With calm waters and no wind, this is the time of year when manta ray numbers increase, so your chances of seeing them go way up.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-17965\" src=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/4620693218548954586.1a2d8c7593aaa79dfdbbd3e7d1aee61d.20081008-640x457.jpg\" alt=\"Manta Scramble\" width=\"640\" height=\"457\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/4620693218548954586.1a2d8c7593aaa79dfdbbd3e7d1aee61d.20081008-640x457.jpg 640w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/4620693218548954586.1a2d8c7593aaa79dfdbbd3e7d1aee61d.20081008-1280x915.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/4620693218548954586.1a2d8c7593aaa79dfdbbd3e7d1aee61d.20081008-320x229.jpg 320w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/4620693218548954586.1a2d8c7593aaa79dfdbbd3e7d1aee61d.20081008-768x549.jpg 768w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/4620693218548954586.1a2d8c7593aaa79dfdbbd3e7d1aee61d.20081008.jpg 1514w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">We recommend taking your time to explore during a trial dive. Since this is a rare experience even on Ishigaki Island, we encourage you to participate in this activity.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div class=\"su-button-center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-tours.com\/activitys\/manta.html\" class=\"su-button su-button-style-glass\" style=\"color:#FFFFFF;background-color:#00bac9;border-color:#0095a1;border-radius:9px;-moz-border-radius:9px;-webkit-border-radius:9px\" target=\"_self\" title=\"Button Description\"><span style=\"color:#FFFFFF;padding:8px 24px;font-size:18px;line-height:27px;border-color:#4dcfda;border-radius:9px;-moz-border-radius:9px;-webkit-border-radius:9px;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:18px;color:#ffffff\"><\/i> Click here for a list of manta ray tours<\/span><\/a><\/div>\u200e<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div class=\"su-button-center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/6414\/\" class=\"su-button su-button-style-glass\" style=\"color:#FFFFFF;background-color:#00bac9;border-color:#0095a1;border-radius:9px;-moz-border-radius:9px;-webkit-border-radius:9px\" target=\"_self\" title=\"Button Description\"><span style=\"color:#FFFFFF;padding:8px 24px;font-size:18px;line-height:27px;border-color:#4dcfda;border-radius:9px;-moz-border-radius:9px;-webkit-border-radius:9px;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:18px;color:#ffffff\"><\/i> Click here for more details on the manta ray<\/span><\/a><\/div>\u200e<\/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%E4%B8%80%E4%BA%BA%E6%97%85%E3%81%AE%E8%A6%B3%E5%85%89%E3%82%B9%E3%83%9D%E3%83%83%E3%83%88%E2%91%A3%E3%82%A6%E3%83%9F%E3%82%AC%E3%83%A1%E3%83%9D%E3%82%A4%E3%83%B3%E3%83%88\"><\/span>Sightseeing Spots for a Solo Trip to Ishigaki Island, Part 4: Sea Turtle Spot<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-17963\" src=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_1131-640x480.jpg\" alt=\"Sea turtles on Ishigaki Island\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_1131-640x480.jpg 640w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_1131-1280x960.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_1131-320x240.jpg 320w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_1131-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_1131-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_1131-2048x1536.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">There are sea turtle spots in the Osaki area and around Maibara Beach. The Osaki area is famous for diving, and so many sea turtles have made it their home that you might even see as many as 10 in a single day. With no current, it\u2019s a spot highly recommended for beginners.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">There are also clownfish nearby, so if you want to see some cute creatures, be sure to join this activity.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-17964\" src=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_8910-640x480.jpg\" alt=\"Sea turtles on Ishigaki Island\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_8910-640x480.jpg 640w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_8910-1280x960.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_8910-320x240.jpg 320w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_8910-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_8910-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_8910.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Maibara Beach is located along the route of the Blue Cave tour. There are several spots where sea turtles can be seen, so if you're lucky, you might spot one.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div class=\"su-button-center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-tours.com\/?plan_date=&#038;plan_watching%5B%5D=turtle&#038;post_type=plan&#038;plan_genre=activity\" class=\"su-button su-button-style-glass\" style=\"color:#FFFFFF;background-color:#00bac9;border-color:#0095a1;border-radius:9px;-moz-border-radius:9px;-webkit-border-radius:9px\" target=\"_self\" title=\"Button Description\"><span style=\"color:#FFFFFF;padding:8px 24px;font-size:18px;line-height:27px;border-color:#4dcfda;border-radius:9px;-moz-border-radius:9px;-webkit-border-radius:9px;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:18px;color:#ffffff\"><\/i> Click here for a list of sea turtle tours<\/span><\/a><\/div>\u200e<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div class=\"su-button-center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/4351\/\" class=\"su-button su-button-style-glass\" style=\"color:#FFFFFF;background-color:#00bac9;border-color:#0095a1;border-radius:9px;-moz-border-radius:9px;-webkit-border-radius:9px\" target=\"_self\" title=\"Button Description\"><span style=\"color:#FFFFFF;padding:8px 24px;font-size:18px;line-height:27px;border-color:#4dcfda;border-radius:9px;-moz-border-radius:9px;-webkit-border-radius:9px;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:18px;color:#ffffff\"><\/i> Click here for more information on sea turtles<\/span><\/a><\/div>\u200e<\/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%E4%B8%80%E4%BA%BA%E6%97%85%E3%81%AE%E8%A6%B3%E5%85%89%E3%82%B9%E3%83%9D%E3%83%83%E3%83%88%E2%91%A4%E3%83%90%E3%83%B3%E3%83%8A%E4%B8%98\"><\/span>Sightseeing Spots for a Solo Trip to Ishigaki Island #5: Banna Hill<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">When it comes to themes for solo travel, experiencing the great outdoors is surely one of them. Speaking of places where you can experience that great outdoors, \u201d<strong>Banna Hill<\/strong>\u201cRight?<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-5607 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_7535-1-640x480.jpg\" alt=\"Banna Hill on My Solo Trip to Ishigaki Island\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_7535-1-640x480.jpg 640w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_7535-1-1280x960.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_7535-1-320x240.jpg 320w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_7535-1-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_7535-1-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_7535-1.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Banna Hill, located in the northern part of Ishigaki Island, is the island\u2019s largest forest park and features many attractions, including playground equipment, observation decks, and recreational facilities.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-5608 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_7587-640x480.jpg\" alt=\"Banna Hill on My Solo Trip to Ishigaki Island\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_7587-640x480.jpg 640w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_7587-1280x960.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_7587-320x240.jpg 320w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_7587-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_7587-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_7587.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">The grounds are extremely vast, so you\u2019ll need a car to get around. From the observation decks located throughout the grounds, you can enjoy views of all of Ishigaki Island\u2019s beautiful sights, including the ocean, mountains, and rivers.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div class=\"su-button-center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/tour\/728\/\" class=\"su-button su-button-style-glass\" style=\"color:#FFFFFF;background-color:#00bac9;border-color:#0095a1;border-radius:6px;-moz-border-radius:6px;-webkit-border-radius:6px\" target=\"_self\" title=\"Button Description\"><span style=\"color:#FFFFFF;padding:6px 18px;font-size:14px;line-height:21px;border-color:#4dcfda;border-radius:6px;-moz-border-radius:6px;-webkit-border-radius:6px;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:14px;color:#ffffff\"><\/i> Click here to book a Jungle Night Tour<\/span><\/a><\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div class=\"su-button-center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/10121\/\" class=\"su-button su-button-style-glass\" style=\"color:#FFFFFF;background-color:#00bac9;border-color:#0095a1;border-radius:6px;-moz-border-radius:6px;-webkit-border-radius:6px\" target=\"_self\" title=\"Button Description\"><span style=\"color:#FFFFFF;padding:6px 18px;font-size:14px;line-height:21px;border-color:#4dcfda;border-radius:6px;-moz-border-radius:6px;-webkit-border-radius:6px;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:14px;color:#ffffff\"><\/i> Read more about Banna Park here.<\/span><\/a><\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E7%9F%B3%E5%9E%A3%E5%B3%B6%E3%81%AE%E4%B8%80%E4%BA%BA%E6%97%85%E3%81%AE%E8%A6%B3%E5%85%89%E3%82%B9%E3%83%9D%E3%83%83%E3%83%88%E2%91%A5%E9%9D%92%E3%81%AE%E6%B4%9E%E7%AA%9F\"><\/span>Sightseeing Spots for a Solo Trip to Ishigaki Island (6): The Blue Cave<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">One of the must-see tourist spots when visiting Ishigaki Island is \u201d<a href=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/en\/ishigakijima-bluecave\/\"><strong>Blue Cave<\/strong><\/a>\".<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-5754 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_0820-480x640.jpg\" alt=\"Snorkeling at the Blue Cave on a Solo Trip to Ishigaki Island\" width=\"480\" height=\"640\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_0820-480x640.jpg 480w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_0820-240x320.jpg 240w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_0820-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_0820.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 480px) 100vw, 480px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">The Blue Cave is an underwater cave where sunlight reflects off the seafloor and the water's surface, causing the interior of the cave and the water's surface to glow a brilliant blue\u2014a truly magical sight.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">The Blue Grotto is surrounded by a circular pool-like area that shields it from waves and wind, making it a year-round tourist destination.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-5759 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_0279-640x480.jpg\" alt=\"Snorkeling at the Blue Cave on a Solo Trip to Ishigaki Island\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_0279-640x480.jpg 640w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_0279-1280x960.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_0279-320x240.jpg 320w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_0279-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_0279-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_0279-2048x1536.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">If you\u2019re looking to escape your daily routine, experience something out of the ordinary, and seek new thrills, this is definitely for you. You\u2019ll enjoy a mystical experience that makes you feel as if your entire body is enveloped by a deep blue sea.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-5758 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_0247-480x640.jpg\" alt=\"Snorkeling at the Blue Cave on a Solo Trip to Ishigaki Island\" width=\"480\" height=\"640\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_0247-480x640.jpg 480w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_0247-960x1280.jpg 960w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_0247-240x320.jpg 240w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_0247-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_0247-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_0247.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 480px) 100vw, 480px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">In addition, since there are plenty of coral reefs and fish around the cave, you can also enjoy marine activities such as snorkeling.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<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:#00bac9;border-color:#0095a1;border-radius:6px;-moz-border-radius:6px;-webkit-border-radius:6px\" target=\"_self\" title=\"Button Description\"><span style=\"color:#FFFFFF;padding:6px 18px;font-size:14px;line-height:21px;border-color:#4dcfda;border-radius:6px;-moz-border-radius:6px;-webkit-border-radius:6px;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:14px;color:#ffffff\"><\/i> Click here to book a Blue Grotto snorkeling tour<\/span><\/a><\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div class=\"su-button-center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/en\/spot\/bluecave\/#sortBox\" class=\"su-button su-button-style-glass\" style=\"color:#FFFFFF;background-color:#00bac9;border-color:#0095a1;border-radius:9px;-moz-border-radius:9px;-webkit-border-radius:9px\" target=\"_self\" title=\"Button Description\"><span style=\"color:#FFFFFF;padding:8px 24px;font-size:18px;line-height:27px;border-color:#4dcfda;border-radius:9px;-moz-border-radius:9px;-webkit-border-radius:9px;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:18px;color:#ffffff\"><\/i> Click here for a list of Blue Grotto tours where you might see sea turtles<\/span><\/a><\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E7%9F%B3%E5%9E%A3%E5%B3%B6%E3%81%AE%E4%B8%80%E4%BA%BA%E6%97%85%E3%81%AE%E8%A6%B3%E5%85%89%E3%82%B9%E3%83%9D%E3%83%83%E3%83%88%E2%91%A6%E5%B7%9D%E5%B9%B3%E6%B9%BE\"><\/span>Sightseeing Spots for a Solo Trip to Ishigaki Island #7: Kabira Bay<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">\u201dIshigaki Island's premier scenic spot,\"<strong>Kabira Bay<\/strong>\u201cThis is a spot worth visiting no matter what kind of trip you\u2019re taking\u2014whether it\u2019s a solo trip, a girls\u2019 trip, or a group trip.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-5767 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_8978-640x480.jpg\" alt=\"SUP at Kabira Bay on a Solo Trip to Ishigaki Island\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_8978-640x480.jpg 640w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_8978-1280x960.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_8978-320x240.jpg 320w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_8978-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_8978-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_8978.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Kabira Bay is Ishigaki Island\u2019s number one tourist attraction and one of only 17 locations in Japan to have been awarded three stars in the Michelin Green Guide. It is also said that the waters of Kabira Bay change to seven different colors depending on the time of day and weather conditions, making it a spot we highly recommend visiting at least once.<a href=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/activities\/sup-sea_activity\/\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong>SUP<\/strong><\/span><\/a>Let's enjoy the<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div class=\"su-button-center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/tour\/561\/\" class=\"su-button su-button-style-glass\" style=\"color:#FFFFFF;background-color:#00bac9;border-color:#0095a1;border-radius:6px;-moz-border-radius:6px;-webkit-border-radius:6px\" target=\"_self\" title=\"Button Description\"><span style=\"color:#FFFFFF;padding:6px 18px;font-size:14px;line-height:21px;border-color:#4dcfda;border-radius:6px;-moz-border-radius:6px;-webkit-border-radius:6px;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:14px;color:#ffffff\"><\/i> Click here to book Kabira Bay SUP<\/span><\/a><\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div class=\"su-button-center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/en\/spot\/kabira_bay\/#sortBox\" class=\"su-button su-button-style-glass\" style=\"color:#FFFFFF;background-color:#00bac9;border-color:#0095a1;border-radius:9px;-moz-border-radius:9px;-webkit-border-radius:9px\" target=\"_self\" title=\"Button Description\"><span style=\"color:#FFFFFF;padding:8px 24px;font-size:18px;line-height:27px;border-color:#4dcfda;border-radius:9px;-moz-border-radius:9px;-webkit-border-radius:9px;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:18px;color:#ffffff\"><\/i> Click here for a list of Kabira Bay tours<\/span><\/a><\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E7%9F%B3%E5%9E%A3%E5%B3%B6%E3%81%AE%E4%B8%80%E4%BA%BA%E6%97%85%E3%81%AE%E8%A6%B3%E5%85%89%E3%82%B9%E3%83%9D%E3%83%83%E3%83%88%E2%91%A7%E5%90%8D%E8%94%B5%E6%B9%BE\"><\/span>Sightseeing Spots for a Solo Trip to Ishigaki Island #8: Nagura Bay<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-5791 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_1347-640x480.jpg\" alt=\"Sunset SUP at Meikura Bay on Ishigaki Island: A Solo Trip\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_1347-640x480.jpg 640w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_1347-1280x960.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_1347-320x240.jpg 320w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_1347-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_1347-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_1347.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Nagura Bay, located in the western part of Ishigaki Island, is the largest bay on the island and is home to a rich variety of marine life.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">The area is surrounded by dense mangrove forests, which have been designated as a Natural Monument, and the tidal flats are home to many creatures, such as gobies and crabs.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-5787 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_2275-480x640.jpg\" alt=\"Sunset SUP at Meikura Bay on Ishigaki Island: A Solo Trip\" width=\"480\" height=\"640\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_2275-480x640.jpg 480w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_2275-960x1280.jpg 960w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_2275-240x320.jpg 240w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_2275-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_2275-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_2275.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 480px) 100vw, 480px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Because the sea is home to a high level of biodiversity, including coral reefs and tropical fish, Nagura Bay has been designated as a nature and wildlife reserve under the Ramsar Convention.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">It is also highly regarded as a sunset spot, and many tourists visit to see the sunset over Nagura Bay.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">If you want to see a variety of wildlife and beautiful scenery, Nagura Bay is the place to go!<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div class=\"su-button-center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/tour\/915\/\" class=\"su-button su-button-style-glass\" style=\"color:#FFFFFF;background-color:#00bac9;border-color:#0095a1;border-radius:6px;-moz-border-radius:6px;-webkit-border-radius:6px\" target=\"_self\" title=\"Button Description\"><span style=\"color:#FFFFFF;padding:6px 18px;font-size:14px;line-height:21px;border-color:#4dcfda;border-radius:6px;-moz-border-radius:6px;-webkit-border-radius:6px;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:14px;color:#ffffff\"><\/i> Click here to book Sunset SUP<\/span><\/a><\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div class=\"su-button-center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/8942\/\" class=\"su-button su-button-style-glass\" style=\"color:#FFFFFF;background-color:#00bac9;border-color:#0095a1;border-radius:6px;-moz-border-radius:6px;-webkit-border-radius:6px\" target=\"_self\" title=\"Button Description\"><span style=\"color:#FFFFFF;padding:6px 18px;font-size:14px;line-height:21px;border-color:#4dcfda;border-radius:6px;-moz-border-radius:6px;-webkit-border-radius:6px;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:14px;color:#ffffff\"><\/i> Read more about Nagura Bay here.<\/span><\/a><\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div class=\"su-button-center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/3297\/\" class=\"su-button su-button-style-glass\" style=\"color:#FFFFFF;background-color:#00bac9;border-color:#0095a1;border-radius:6px;-moz-border-radius:6px;-webkit-border-radius:6px\" target=\"_self\" title=\"Button Description\"><span style=\"color:#FFFFFF;padding:6px 18px;font-size:14px;line-height:21px;border-color:#4dcfda;border-radius:6px;-moz-border-radius:6px;-webkit-border-radius:6px;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:14px;color:#ffffff\"><\/i> Read more about Sunset here.<\/span><\/a><\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div class=\"su-button-center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/4747\/\" class=\"su-button su-button-style-glass\" style=\"color:#FFFFFF;background-color:#00bac9;border-color:#0095a1;border-radius:6px;-moz-border-radius:6px;-webkit-border-radius:6px\" target=\"_self\" title=\"Button Description\"><span style=\"color:#FFFFFF;padding:6px 18px;font-size:14px;line-height:21px;border-color:#4dcfda;border-radius:6px;-moz-border-radius:6px;-webkit-border-radius:6px;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:14px;color:#ffffff\"><\/i> Read more about Evenings<\/span><\/a><\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E7%9F%B3%E5%9E%A3%E5%B3%B6%E3%81%AE%E4%B8%80%E4%BA%BA%E6%97%85%E3%81%AE%E8%A6%B3%E5%85%89%E3%82%B9%E3%83%9D%E3%83%83%E3%83%88%E2%91%A8%E5%90%B9%E9%80%9A%E5%B7%9D\"><\/span>Sightseeing Spots for a Solo Trip to Ishigaki Island #9: Fukidori River<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-17982\" src=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_6885-640x480.jpg\" alt=\"Yabiku Falls\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_6885-640x480.jpg 640w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_6885-1280x960.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_6885-320x240.jpg 320w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_6885-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_6885-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_6885-2048x1536.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Fuki-tsukigawa River is a mangrove-strewn river located about 40 minutes by car from Ishigakijima Port Rito Terminal.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">This mangrove, known as \"hirugi,\" is designated as a national natural monument. Cruising through the jungle on a canoe or SUP is a classic activity on the Fukibashi River!<a href=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/activities\/trekking\/\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong>trekking<\/strong><\/span><\/a>And you can even go see the waterfall!<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-17978\" src=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_6903-640x480.jpg\" alt=\"river running between Tokyo-to and Kanagawa Prefecture\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_6903-640x480.jpg 640w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_6903-1280x960.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_6903-320x240.jpg 320w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_6903-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_6903-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_6903-2048x1536.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">It really feels like a forest bath\u2014you\u2019re completely surrounded by greenery. You\u2019re sure to find it soothing.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-17980\" src=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_6850-640x480.jpg\" alt=\"river running between Tokyo-to and Kanagawa Prefecture\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_6850-640x480.jpg 640w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_6850-1280x960.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_6850-320x240.jpg 320w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_6850-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_6850-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_6850-2048x1536.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Also, since the estuary connects to the ocean, you can enjoy seeing how the types of mangroves vary depending on the water\u2014seawater, brackish water, and freshwater!<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div class=\"su-button-center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/tour\/937\/\" class=\"su-button su-button-style-glass\" style=\"color:#FFFFFF;background-color:#00bac9;border-color:#0095a1;border-radius:6px;-moz-border-radius:6px;-webkit-border-radius:6px\" target=\"_self\" title=\"Button Description\"><span style=\"color:#FFFFFF;padding:6px 18px;font-size:14px;line-height:21px;border-color:#4dcfda;border-radius:6px;-moz-border-radius:6px;-webkit-border-radius:6px;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:14px;color:#ffffff\"><\/i> Click here to book a canoe trip on the Fukidori River<\/span><\/a><\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div class=\"su-button-center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/8476\/\" class=\"su-button su-button-style-glass\" style=\"color:#FFFFFF;background-color:#00bac9;border-color:#0095a1;border-radius:6px;-moz-border-radius:6px;-webkit-border-radius:6px\" target=\"_self\" title=\"Button Description\"><span style=\"color:#FFFFFF;padding:6px 18px;font-size:14px;line-height:21px;border-color:#4dcfda;border-radius:6px;-moz-border-radius:6px;-webkit-border-radius:6px;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:14px;color:#ffffff\"><\/i> Click here to read an article about the Fukiutsu River.<\/span><\/a><\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div class=\"su-button-center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/8228\/\" class=\"su-button su-button-style-glass\" style=\"color:#FFFFFF;background-color:#00bac9;border-color:#0095a1;border-radius:6px;-moz-border-radius:6px;-webkit-border-radius:6px\" target=\"_self\" title=\"Button Description\"><span style=\"color:#FFFFFF;padding:6px 18px;font-size:14px;line-height:21px;border-color:#4dcfda;border-radius:6px;-moz-border-radius:6px;-webkit-border-radius:6px;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:14px;color:#ffffff\"><\/i> Read more about mangroves here.<\/span><\/a><\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E7%9F%B3%E5%9E%A3%E5%B3%B6%E3%81%AE%E4%B8%80%E4%BA%BA%E6%97%85%E3%81%AE%E8%A6%B3%E5%85%89%E3%82%B9%E3%83%9D%E3%83%83%E3%83%88%E2%91%A9%E7%AB%B9%E5%AF%8C%E5%B3%B6%E8%A6%B3%E5%85%89\"><\/span>Sightseeing Spots for a Solo Trip to Ishigaki Island #10: Sightseeing on Taketomi Island<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Taketomi Island is a rare remote island that has preserved its authentic Okinawan landscape.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-5616 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/2085-640x480.jpg\" alt=\"Sightseeing on Taketomi Island During a Solo Trip to Ishigaki Island\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/2085-640x480.jpg 640w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/2085-1280x960.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/2085-320x240.jpg 320w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/2085-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/2085-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/2085-2048x1536.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">The island is home to many wildflowers and trees in vibrant colors, and the traditional Okinawan landscape\u2014with its red-tiled houses and stone walls\u2014stretches out before you.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-17977\" src=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_4671-640x480.jpg\" alt=\"Taketomi Island Sightseeing\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_4671-640x480.jpg 640w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_4671-1280x960.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_4671-320x240.jpg 320w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_4671-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_4671-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_4671-2048x1536.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Many people rent bicycles or take water buffalo cart rides to explore the island. Since it\u2019s a small island, you can easily see everything even if you take your time and enjoy the breeze. It\u2019s definitely the best place to experience Okinawa\u2019s uniquely laid-back atmosphere.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div class=\"su-button-center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/tour\/3648\/\" class=\"su-button su-button-style-glass\" style=\"color:#FFFFFF;background-color:#00bac9;border-color:#0095a1;border-radius:6px;-moz-border-radius:6px;-webkit-border-radius:6px\" target=\"_self\" title=\"Button Description\"><span style=\"color:#FFFFFF;padding:6px 18px;font-size:14px;line-height:21px;border-color:#4dcfda;border-radius:6px;-moz-border-radius:6px;-webkit-border-radius:6px;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:14px;color:#ffffff\"><\/i> Click here to book a tour of Taketomi Island<\/span><\/a><\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E7%9F%B3%E5%9E%A3%E5%B3%B6%E3%81%AE%E4%B8%80%E4%BA%BA%E6%97%85%E3%81%AE%E8%A6%B3%E5%85%89%E3%82%B9%E3%83%9D%E3%83%83%E3%83%88%E2%91%AA%E9%87%8E%E5%BA%95%E5%B2%B3\"><\/span>Sightseeing Spots for a Solo Trip to Ishigaki Island #11: Mt. Nosoko<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">When it comes to Ishigaki Island\u2019s No. 1 scenic spot, Mount Nosoko is sure to be the first name that comes to mind.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-5618 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_2163-1-640x480.jpg\" alt=\"Mt. Nosoko on a Solo Trip to Ishigaki Island\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_2163-1-640x480.jpg 640w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_2163-1-1280x960.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_2163-1-320x240.jpg 320w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_2163-1-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_2163-1-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_2163-1.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">From the summit of Mt. Nosoko, there are no obstructions to the view, offering a breathtaking 360-degree panorama. As a result, it is a very popular spot for taking photos.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-5619 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_7399-640x480.jpg\" alt=\"Mt. Nosoko on a Solo Trip to Ishigaki Island\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_7399-640x480.jpg 640w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_7399-1280x960.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_7399-320x240.jpg 320w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_7399-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_7399-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_7399.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Mount Nosoko is also known by the nickname \u201cNosoko Marpe.\u201d It came to be called \u201cNosoko Marpe\u201d in reference to the Marpe legend.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-5621 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_7448-640x480.jpg\" alt=\"Mt. Nosoko on a Solo Trip to Ishigaki Island\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_7448-640x480.jpg 640w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_7448-1280x960.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_7448-320x240.jpg 320w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_7448-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_7448-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_7448.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Ma-pe is a tragic heroine who was separated from her beloved lover, and it was Mount Nosoko that she climbed in the hope of at least catching a glimpse of the island where her lover lived. At the summit, there is a rock shaped as if Ma-pe were praying, known as the Ma-pe Rock; it is said that if you touch it, your wish will come true.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Why not take in the beautiful scenery at Ishigaki Island\u2019s number one scenic spot and make a wish?<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div class=\"su-button-center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/tour\/1382\/\" class=\"su-button su-button-style-glass\" style=\"color:#FFFFFF;background-color:#00bac9;border-color:#0095a1;border-radius:6px;-moz-border-radius:6px;-webkit-border-radius:6px\" target=\"_self\" title=\"Button Description\"><span style=\"color:#FFFFFF;padding:6px 18px;font-size:14px;line-height:21px;border-color:#4dcfda;border-radius:6px;-moz-border-radius:6px;-webkit-border-radius:6px;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:14px;color:#ffffff\"><\/i> Click here to book a trek on Mt. Nosoko<\/span><\/a><\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div class=\"su-button-center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/tour\/1382\/\" class=\"su-button su-button-style-glass\" style=\"color:#FFFFFF;background-color:#00bac9;border-color:#0095a1;border-radius:6px;-moz-border-radius:6px;-webkit-border-radius:6px\" target=\"_self\" title=\"Button Description\"><span style=\"color:#FFFFFF;padding:6px 18px;font-size:14px;line-height:21px;border-color:#4dcfda;border-radius:6px;-moz-border-radius:6px;-webkit-border-radius:6px;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:14px;color:#ffffff\"><\/i> Read more about Mt.<\/span><\/a><\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E7%9F%B3%E5%9E%A3%E5%B3%B6%E3%81%AE%E4%B8%80%E4%BA%BA%E6%97%85%E3%81%AE%E8%A6%B3%E5%85%89%E3%82%B9%E3%83%9D%E3%83%83%E3%83%88%E2%91%AB%E5%B9%BB%E3%81%AE%E5%B3%B6\"><\/span>Sightseeing Spots for a Solo Trip to Ishigaki Island #12: The Phantom Island<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">The \"Phantom Island\" is a crescent-shaped uninhabited island located 10 km west of Ishigaki Island that does not appear on any map.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-5811 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_3688-640x480.jpg\" alt=\"Snorkeling Tour of the &quot;Phantom Island&quot; on Ishigaki Island: A Solo Traveler&#039;s Adventure\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_3688-640x480.jpg 640w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_3688-1280x960.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_3688-320x240.jpg 320w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_3688-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_3688-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_3688-2048x1536.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Although its official name is Hamajima, this island has come to be known as the \u201cPhantom Island\u201d because it appears and disappears with the tides, giving it an ethereal quality.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-5809 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_3759-640x480.jpg\" alt=\"Snorkeling Tour of the &quot;Phantom Island&quot; on Ishigaki Island: A Solo Traveler&#039;s Adventure\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_3759-640x480.jpg 640w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_3759-1280x960.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_3759-320x240.jpg 320w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_3759-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_3759-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_3759-2048x1536.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Since people come and go through the water, there is no vegetation, and the area is surrounded by the ocean on all sides; when you step ashore, it feels as if you\u2019re floating on the water.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-5810 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_3686-640x480.jpg\" alt=\"Snorkeling Tour of the &quot;Phantom Island&quot; on Ishigaki Island: A Solo Traveler&#039;s Adventure\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_3686-640x480.jpg 640w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_3686-1280x960.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_3686-320x240.jpg 320w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_3686-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_3686-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_3686-2048x1536.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">such (about the actions of the listener, or about ideas expressed or understood by the listener)<a href=\"http:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/3878\/\"><strong>phantom island<\/strong><\/a>However, further out to sea lies the Ishinishi Lagoon, Japan\u2019s largest coral reef. Home to over 400 species of coral and tropical fish, it is a popular spot among divers from both Japan and abroad, as sea turtles, manta rays, and other unusual marine creatures are often spotted here.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-5808 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_3881-640x480.jpg\" alt=\"Snorkeling Tour of the &quot;Phantom Island&quot; on Ishigaki Island: A Solo Traveler&#039;s Adventure\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_3881-640x480.jpg 640w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_3881-1280x960.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_3881-320x240.jpg 320w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_3881-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_3881-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_3881-2048x1536.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">You might gain some new insights when you experience the ocean teeming with world-class coral reefs!<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div class=\"su-button-center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/tour\/3648\/\" class=\"su-button su-button-style-glass\" style=\"color:#FFFFFF;background-color:#00bac9;border-color:#0095a1;border-radius:6px;-moz-border-radius:6px;-webkit-border-radius:6px\" target=\"_self\" title=\"Button Description\"><span style=\"color:#FFFFFF;padding:6px 18px;font-size:14px;line-height:21px;border-color:#4dcfda;border-radius:6px;-moz-border-radius:6px;-webkit-border-radius:6px;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:14px;color:#ffffff\"><\/i> Click here to book the \"Phantom Island\" Snorkeling Tour<\/span><\/a><\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div class=\"su-button-center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/en\/spot\/maboroshi_island\/#sortBox\" class=\"su-button su-button-style-glass\" style=\"color:#FFFFFF;background-color:#00bac9;border-color:#0095a1;border-radius:9px;-moz-border-radius:9px;-webkit-border-radius:9px\" target=\"_self\" title=\"Button Description\"><span style=\"color:#FFFFFF;padding:8px 24px;font-size:18px;line-height:27px;border-color:#4dcfda;border-radius:9px;-moz-border-radius:9px;-webkit-border-radius:9px;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:18px;color:#ffffff\"><\/i> Click here for a list of Phantom Island tours<\/span><\/a><\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E7%9F%B3%E5%9E%A3%E5%B3%B6%E3%81%AE%E4%B8%80%E4%BA%BA%E6%97%85%E3%81%AE%E8%A6%B3%E5%85%89%E3%82%B9%E3%83%9D%E3%83%83%E3%83%88%E2%91%AC%E8%8D%92%E5%B7%9D%E3%81%AE%E6%BB%9D\"><\/span>Sightseeing Spots for a Solo Trip to Ishigaki Island #13: Arakawa Falls<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-17961\" src=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_6135-1-640x480.jpg\" alt=\"Arakawa Falls\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_6135-1-640x480.jpg 640w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_6135-1-1280x960.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_6135-1-320x240.jpg 320w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_6135-1-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_6135-1-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_6135-1.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Arakawa Falls is a waterfall on Ishigaki Island and a rare spot where even children can play. There\u2019s a Tarzan rope, so you can jump in and have fun. Since it\u2019s a two-tiered waterfall, it\u2019s also a great place to beat the heat by climbing through the mist.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-17962\" src=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_3695-2-480x640.jpg\" alt=\"Arakawa Falls\" width=\"480\" height=\"640\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_3695-2-480x640.jpg 480w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_3695-2-960x1280.jpg 960w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_3695-2-240x320.jpg 240w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_3695-2-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_3695-2-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_3695-2.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 480px) 100vw, 480px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Since it's freshwater, it stays cool even in the summer. When you participate in activities, you'll be provided with safe footwear and other gear, so we highly recommend making a reservation!<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div class=\"su-button-center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-tours.com\/plan\/trekking327\" class=\"su-button su-button-style-glass\" style=\"color:#FFFFFF;background-color:#00bac9;border-color:#0095a1;border-radius:6px;-moz-border-radius:6px;-webkit-border-radius:6px\" target=\"_self\" title=\"Button Description\"><span style=\"color:#FFFFFF;padding:6px 18px;font-size:14px;line-height:21px;border-color:#4dcfda;border-radius:6px;-moz-border-radius:6px;-webkit-border-radius:6px;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:14px;color:#ffffff\"><\/i> Click here to book the Arakawa Falls tour<\/span><\/a><\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E7%9F%B3%E5%9E%A3%E5%B3%B6%E3%81%AE%E4%B8%80%E4%BA%BA%E6%97%85%E3%81%AE%E8%A6%B3%E5%85%89%E3%82%B9%E3%83%9D%E3%83%83%E3%83%88%E2%91%AD%E7%9F%B3%E8%A5%BF%E7%A4%81%E6%B9%96\"><\/span>Sightseeing Spots for a Solo Trip to Ishigaki Island #14: Ishinishi Lagoon<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">I briefly mentioned the Ishinishi Lagoon when I introduced the \u201cPhantom Island,\u201d but I\u2019d like to take this opportunity to introduce it again.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Since the Ishi-Nishi Lagoon is located exactly halfway between Ishigaki Island and Iriomote Island, it came to be called the Ishi-Nishi Lagoon, taking the \u201cIshi\u201d from Ishigaki Island and the \u201cNishi\u201d from Iriomote Island. As mentioned earlier, it is Japan\u2019s largest coral reef system.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-5805 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_3938-640x480.jpg\" alt=\"Ishinishi Lagoon on My Solo Trip to Ishigaki Island\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_3938-640x480.jpg 640w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_3938-1280x960.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_3938-320x240.jpg 320w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_3938-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_3938-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_3938-2048x1536.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">The Ishinishi Lagoon, home to more than 400 species of reef-building corals and a confirmed habitat for numerous marine organisms, serves as a cornerstone of the marine ecosystem. It is also recognized globally as an extremely valuable marine area and coral reef system.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-5626 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/S__10190996-1-640x480.jpg\" alt=\"Coral from My Solo Trip to Ishigaki Island\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/S__10190996-1-640x480.jpg 640w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/S__10190996-1-1280x960.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/S__10190996-1-320x240.jpg 320w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/S__10190996-1-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/S__10190996-1.jpg 1478w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Diving and<a href=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/activities\/snorkeling\/\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong>snorkel<\/strong><\/span><\/a>In addition to tourism and other activities, it has become indispensable to both Ishigaki Island and Iriomote Island, where it is used for a variety of purposes, such as fishing and boat operations.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">The Ishinishi Lagoon is the lifeline of Ishigaki Island\u2014be sure to pay it a visit.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div class=\"su-button-center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-tours.com\/plan\/hama-island401\" class=\"su-button su-button-style-glass\" style=\"color:#FFFFFF;background-color:#00bac9;border-color:#0095a1;border-radius:6px;-moz-border-radius:6px;-webkit-border-radius:6px\" target=\"_self\" title=\"Button Description\"><span style=\"color:#FFFFFF;padding:6px 18px;font-size:14px;line-height:21px;border-color:#4dcfda;border-radius:6px;-moz-border-radius:6px;-webkit-border-radius:6px;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:14px;color:#ffffff\"><\/i> Click here for tours of the Ishisei Lagoon<\/span><\/a><\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E7%9F%B3%E5%9E%A3%E5%B3%B6%E3%81%AE%E4%B8%80%E4%BA%BA%E6%97%85%E3%81%AE%E8%A6%B3%E5%85%89%E3%82%B9%E3%83%9D%E3%83%83%E3%83%88%E2%91%AE%E5%AE%AE%E8%89%AF%E5%B7%9D\"><\/span>Sightseeing Spots for a Solo Trip to Ishigaki Island #15: Miyara River<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-17960\" src=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_4199-640x480.jpg\" alt=\"Miyara River\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_4199-640x480.jpg 640w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_4199-1280x960.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_4199-320x240.jpg 320w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_4199-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_4199-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_4199-2048x1536.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">The Miyara River is a popular spot for canoeing and stand-up paddleboarding. It\u2019s home to extensive mangrove forests, including species such as the Ohirugi and Yaeyama Hirugi.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">There are only a few places in Japan where you can see mangroves, so be sure to join this activity when you visit Ishigaki Island. Since there are no waves, you\u2019ll rarely fall off\u2014unlike when you\u2019re SUPing in the ocean.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-17959\" src=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_7059-640x480.jpg\" alt=\"Miyara River\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_7059-640x480.jpg 640w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_7059-1280x960.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_7059-320x240.jpg 320w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_7059-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_7059-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_7059-2048x1536.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Since it's a place you can enjoy year-round, this is a rare activity you can take part in during the winter.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div class=\"su-button-center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/en\/spot\/miyara_river\/#sortBox\" class=\"su-button su-button-style-glass\" style=\"color:#FFFFFF;background-color:#00bac9;border-color:#0095a1;border-radius:6px;-moz-border-radius:6px;-webkit-border-radius:6px\" target=\"_self\" title=\"Button Description\"><span style=\"color:#FFFFFF;padding:6px 18px;font-size:14px;line-height:21px;border-color:#4dcfda;border-radius:6px;-moz-border-radius:6px;-webkit-border-radius:6px;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:14px;color:#ffffff\"><\/i> Click here for a list of tours on the Miyara River<\/span><\/a><\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E7%B5%82%E3%82%8F%E3%82%8A%E3%81%AB\"><\/span>At the end.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">We\u2019ve introduced some recommended spots and activities for solo travelers on Ishigaki Island. What did you think?<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Ishigaki Island had plenty of spots, activities, and natural beauty\u2014perfect for taking some time to reflect or seeking new experiences. Which activities or spots caught your interest? I hope this information is helpful for your solo trip.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Thank you for reading to the end.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<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:#00bac9;border-color:#0095a1;border-radius:6px;-moz-border-radius:6px;-webkit-border-radius:6px\" target=\"_self\" title=\"Button Description\"><span style=\"color:#FFFFFF;padding:6px 18px;font-size:14px;line-height:21px;border-color:#4dcfda;border-radius:6px;-moz-border-radius:6px;-webkit-border-radius:6px;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:14px;color:#ffffff\"><\/i> Click here for a list of activities on Ishigaki Island, including Kabira Bay, Phantom Island and Blue Cave.<\/span><\/a><\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div class=\"su-button-center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/ishigaki-pipi.com\/en\/hp_reservation_privilege\/\" class=\"su-button su-button-style-glass\" style=\"color:#FFFFFF;background-color:#00bac9;border-color:#0095a1;border-radius:6px;-moz-border-radius:6px;-webkit-border-radius:6px\" target=\"_self\" title=\"Button Description\"><span style=\"color:#FFFFFF;padding:6px 18px;font-size:14px;line-height:21px;border-color:#4dcfda;border-radius:6px;-moz-border-radius:6px;-webkit-border-radius:6px;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:14px;color:#ffffff\"><\/i> Be sure to check out the special offers for HP reservations! 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