Yaeyama Islands
Travel Guide
Visit Yaeyama Islands
Where to stay in Yaeyama Islands
Ishigaki
While Ishigaki isn't home to many top sights, Ishigaki Island Ferry Terminal and Ishigaki Island Limestone Cave are some notable places to visit nearby.
Arakawa
If you're spending some time in Arakawa, Ishigakijima Astronomical Observatory and Fusaki Beach are top sights worth seeing.
Kabira
If you're spending some time in Kabira, Kabira Park and Kabira Bay are top sights worth seeing.
Misakicho
While there might not be top attractions in Misakicho, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Ishigaki Island Ferry Terminal and Euglena Mall.
Tonogusuku
While there might not be top attractions in Tonogusuku, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Ishigaki Island Ferry Terminal and Yaeyama Museum.
Shineicho
When in Shineicho, you can plan a visit to Ishigaki Island Ferry Terminal and Euglena Mall, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Fusaki Beach Resort Hotel & Villas
Amazing beautiful seaside resort
Reviewed on 25 Dec 2025
Art Hotel Ishigakijima
Staff are friendly and helpful. Great view from 13th floor restaurant. A little disappointed that the pool was closed at the end of october.
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
ANA InterContinental Ishigaki Resort by IHG
This was our first visit to Ishigaki. The hotel is a bit removed from the airport or sea port, but the sunrise and calm views more than make up for it. Staff is excellent!
Reviewed on 21 Jan 2026
Mr.KINJO GRAND CATS
部屋は割合と大きく、ベットも気持ち良く寝れました。離島フェリーターミナルから歩いて約10分と、便利な場所だと思います。食事は付いていませんが、飲食店も10分以内の所にあるので不便は感じませんでした。
Reviewed on 28 May 2025
VIVOVIVA ISHIGAKIJIMA
My family and I had a good time in Vivoviva. The front desk lady was helpful. She helped us to call the restaurant for booking. The room is spacious. I love the balcony. The sea view is gorgeous! At night, we can see stars around us. We had good sleeping there.
Reviewed on 15 Aug 2025
Mr.KINJO SUNS ISHIGAKI
Room is spacious and the staff were friendly. We stayed for five nights, there are some restaurants close by, and a Family Mart and bus stops about a 10 minute walk away. Location wise, the hotel (if you don’t have a car), is pretty far from the port and main market, about a 25 minute walk. Overall ...
Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026
Popular places to visit
Kabira Bay Beach
Feel the crunch of the glorious white sand on the soles of your feet on this secluded beach where black pearls are cultured.
Ishigaki Island Ferry Terminal
Explore the waterfront in Ishigaki with a trip to Ishigaki Island Ferry Terminal. Wander the beaches and waterfront in the area.
Kabira Bay
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Kabira Bay during your travels in Ishigaki?
Ishigaki Island Limestone Cave
Delve into these mysterious caves to inspect bizarre animals and spectacular living rock formations illuminated in bright and colorful neon lights.
Hateruma Island Starlight Tower
Enjoy an outing to Hateruma Island Starlight Tower during your stay in Taketomi. Stroll along the waterfront or visit the monuments while you're in the area.
Shiraho Beach
Go diving or snorkeling in the clear, warm water for a glimpse of one of the world’s largest blue coral networks.
