Welcome to Yaeyama Kanko Ferry.Ishigaki
Route Map
Timetable
Ferry Ticket Purchase(Round-trip from Ishigaki Island)
- Taketomi Island
- Kohama Island
- Kuroshima Island
- Ohara Port, Iriomote Island
- Uehara Port, Iriomote Island
- Hatoma Island
Sightseeing Tour
※The tour will be conducted in Japanese.
- Taketomi Island
- Kohama Island
- Kuroshima Island
- Iriomote Island
Taketomi Island
Taketomi Island is a small island formed by the uplift of coral reefs. It is located about 15 minutes by boat from Ishigaki Island. The island preserves many traditional Ryukyuan-style houses with red-tiled roofs, surrounded by coral stone walls. Various Shisa guardian statues are placed on the rooftops, and the streets are covered with white coral sand, creating a nostalgic and picturesque scene that reflects the pure and simple beauty of old Okinawa, making visitors feel as if they have traveled back in time to the Ryukyu Kingdom.
Additionally, Taketomi Island is home to several stunning beaches:
•Kaiji Beach (カイジ浜, Star Sand Beach): The sand here is mixed with star-shaped foraminifera and coral fragments, giving it the name "star sand."
•Nishi Pier (西桟橋, Nishi-sanbashi): An old pier stretching into the deep blue sea, making it a perfect spot to watch the sunset.
•Kondoi Beach (コンドイ浜, Kondoi-hama): With shallow waters and fine white sand, this beach is ideal for swimming and relaxation.
One of the island’s unique attractions is the water buffalo cart tour. Visitors can ride a cart pulled by a water buffalo while listening to traditional Sanshin music (a three-stringed Okinawan instrument). Local guides share historical stories and describe the scenery as they lead you through the island’s charming old village.(conducted in Japanese)
Taketomi Island is small in size, making it easy to explore by bicycle or on foot. There are no large commercial facilities, only small local restaurants and guesthouses, allowing visitors to experience the most authentic and tranquil Ryukyuan island life.
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Taketomi Island Water Buffalo Cart Tour
Adults (Over 13 years old): ¥4,500
Children (7-12 years old): ¥2,300
Preschoolers (3-6 years old): ¥1,500
Infants (0-2 years old): Free (No seats)
Departure Time (from Ishigaki Port)
8:30 / 9:30 / 10:30 / 11:30 / 13:00 / 14:00 / 15:00
* Reservations must be made at least one day in advance.
Itinerary:
Ishigaki Port ➜ Taketomi Port ➜ Water Buffalo Sightseeing (about 25 min) ➜ Free Time ➜ Taketomi Port ➜ Ishigaki Port
Price Includes:
Round trip ferry tickets, Water buffalo cart sightseeing,
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Taketomi Island Water Buffalo Cart Tour + Bicycle Rental
Adults (Over 13 years old): ¥6,200
Children (7-12 years old): ¥4,000
Preschoolers (3-6 years old): ¥2,000
Infants (0-2 years old): ¥500 (Bicycle Child Seat fee)
Departure Time (from Ishigaki Port)
8:30 / 9:30 / 10:30 / 11:30 / 13:00
* Reservations must be made at least one day in advance.
Itinerary:
Ishigaki Port ➜ Taketomi Port ➜ Water Buffalo Sightseeing (about 25 min) ➜ Free time for bicycle rental ➜ Taketomi Port ➜ Ishigaki Port
*Basic bicycle size: 26 inches (maximum weight 80 kg)
Price Includes:
Round trip ferry tickets, Water buffalo cart sightseeing, Insurance fee .Bicycle rental (latest return by 16:00)
Kohama Island
Kohama Island is located at the center of the Yaeyama Islands. From its highest point, Mount Ufudaki (うふだき), visitors can enjoy a breathtaking 360-degree panoramic view of the entire Yaeyama archipelago, including Iriomote Island and Ishigaki Island.
Agriculture is the island's main industry, and it boasts the largest sugarcane fields in the Yaeyama region. Riding an electric bicycle through these vast fields allows visitors to experience the island’s tranquil rural atmosphere and immerse themselves in the pure and authentic Ryukyuan countryside.
Kohama Island is perfect for travelers who wish to escape the crowds and enjoy a peaceful getaway.
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Kohama Island Electric Bicycle Tour
Adults (Over 13 years old): ¥5,100
Children (7-12 years old): ¥3,700
Departure Time (from Ishigaki Port)
7:30 / 9:00 / 10:30
Itinerary:
Ishigaki Port ➜ Kohama Port ➜ Electric Bicycle Rental ➜ Kohama Port ➜ Ishigaki Port
Price Includes:
Round trip ferry tickets, Electric bicycle rental fee (up to 4 hours), Insurance fee.
* For an additional 300 yen, you can use the bicycle for the entire day.
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Phantom Island & Snorkeling Tour
Adults (Over 13 years old): ¥11,500
Children (7-12 years old): ¥7,000
Minimum participants: 2 Pax
Departure Time (from Ishigaki Port)
7:30
Itinerary:
Ishigaki Port ➜ Kohama Port ➜ Phantom Island Landing & Snorkeling ➜ Kohama Port ➜ Ishigaki Port
Price Includes:
Round trip ferry tickets, Guide fee, Insurance fee, Equipment
Kuroshima
Kuroshima is often called the "Heart Island" (ハートアイランド) because its shape resembles a heart.
The island's main industry is cattle farming, with over 2,000 cows roaming its vast pastures, while the human population is fewer than 200 residents, earning it the nickname "Island of Cows."
Kuroshima is known for its expansive grasslands, crystal-clear waters, tranquil atmosphere, and breathtaking starry skies, making it a perfect retreat for relaxation and connecting with nature.
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Kuroshima Bicycle Tour
Adults (Over 13 years old): ¥5,000
Children (7-12 years old): ¥3,300
Departure Time (from Ishigaki Port)
8:30 / 12:00
Itinerary:
Ishigaki Port ➜ Kuroshima Port ➜ Bicycle Rental (All day) ➜ Kuroshima Port ➜ Ishigaki Port
Price Includes:
Round trip ferry tickets, Bicycle rental fee, Insurance fee.
Iriomote Island
Iriomote Island is the largest island in the Yaeyama Islands and the second largest in Okinawa, Japan (after the main island of Okinawa). About 90% of the island is covered by subtropical virgin forests, featuring dense mangroves, magnificent waterfalls, and a diverse range of wildli0fe, including rare endemic species. In July 2021,
Iriomote Island was designated a UNESCO World Natural Heritage Site, becoming Japan's fifth World Natural Heritage Site.
Visitors to Iriomote Island can enjoy various outdoor activities, such as taking a sightseeing boat to explore the mangrove ecosystem up close or taking a water buffalo cart across shallow waters to Yubu Island. For adventure enthusiasts, the island offers hiking, canoeing, stand-up paddleboarding (SUP), snorkeling, and scuba diving, providing an immersive experience of Okinawa’s unique wildlife and natural environment.
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Iriomote Mangrove River Cruise & Yubu Island Sightseeing
Adults (Over 13 years old): ¥14,400
Children (7-12 years old): ¥9,800
Preschoolers (0-6 years old): Free (Bus seats and meals are not provided)
Departure Time (from Ishigaki Port)
9:00 / 10:30
Itinerary:
Ishigaki Port ➜ Ohara Port ➜ Mangrove River Cruise (1H) ➜ Mihara ➜ Cross the sea by water buffalo cart ➜ Lunch & Free Time at Yubu Island ➜ Iriomote Wildlife Conservation Center ➜ Ohara Port ➜ Ishigaki Port
* No visits to IWCC during closed days or when reserved for private events.
Price Includes:
Round trip ferry tickets, Mangrove River Cruise fee, Bus fare, Yubu Island entrance fee, Insurance fee, Lunch (Please inform us in advance if you have food allergies.)
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Iriomote Island Canoe & Trekking Tour
Adults (Over 13 years old): ¥17,100
Children (7-12 years old): ¥12,100
Minimum participants: 2 Pax
Tour Time 8:00-15:30
* Reservations must be made at least one day in advance.
Itinerary:
Ishigaki Port ➜ Uehara Port ➜ Base Camp ➜ Canoeing at the Nishida River (about 30 min) ➜ Jungle Trekking (about 30 min) ➜ Lunch & Break Time at Waterfall ➜ Trekking & Canoeing Return to Base Camp for shower ➜ Uehara Port ➜ Ishigaki Port
Option:
•For an extra 3,000 yen, add a cave exploration! (Tour ends around 17:50 )
Price Includes:
Round trip ferry tickets, Guide fee, Equipment (shoes, life jacket, waterproof bag), Insurance fee, Lunch box (Please inform us in advance if you have food allergies.)
Access
Yaeyama Kanko Ferry
1 Misaki-cho, Ishigaki City, Okinawa Prefecture,Euglena Ishigaki Port Remote Island Terminal
By bus from Ishigaki Airport: About 30 to 40 minutes (Get off at Ishigaki Port Remote Island Terminal)
By car from Ishigaki Airport: About 30 minutes