Ishigaki
Ishigaki · Japan · 24.34, 124.16
A tropical island serving as the gateway to Okinawa Prefecture's Yaeyama Islands. Emerald-green seas, white-sand beaches, and coral reefs surround it, while Kabira Bay is known for its Michelin three-star scenery. It is a base for visiting nearby islands, including diving spots where visitors can swim with manta rays and Taketomi Island, reached by water buffalo cart. Close to Taiwan, the subtropical island is known for its distinctive Ryukyuan culture and warm climate.
Port highlights
Ishigaki beef, Yaeyama soba, sea grapes, and tuna
Unit: °C · Adapted from Japan Meteorological Agency climate normals · Period: 1991–2020 · Station: Ishigakijima · about 0.7 km from port · Last checked: Oct 3, 2026 · A guide for choosing your travel month.
Compared with Tokyo, everything costs about the same.
Prices from nearby Naha (Okinawa) (about 410 km away). Actual prices here may be higher, as this is a remote island or location. · Amounts in the recorded local currency. No currency conversion applied. · Last checked: Oct 2026 · Prices in remote areas and islands may be higher. · Sources: Shop and menu prices · The Economist, Big Mac Index (CC BY 4.0)
Getting there from Japan
About 11 km from airport to port (straight-line distance)ApproximateCalculated from OurAirports coordinates (Oct 4, 2026)
Access from Japan: A = direct flight / B = one connection / C = two or more connections (indicative)