Title: Visit Yaeyama Islands: Best of Yaeyama Islands Tourism | Expedia Travel Guide - Expedia.ca [Hotels in Yaeyama Islands](https://expedia.ca/Yaeyama-Islands-Hotels.d553248622820591374.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Vacation Rentals in Yaeyama Islands](https://expedia.ca/Yaeyama-Islands-Vacation-Rentals.d553248622820591374.Travel-Guide-VacationRentals)[Flights to Yaeyama Islands](https://expedia.ca/Cheap-Flights-To-Yaeyama-Islands.d553248622820591374.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Yaeyama Islands Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Yaeyama-Islands.d553248622820591374.Car-Rental-Guide)[Yaeyama Islands Vacation Packages](https://expedia.ca/Yaeyama-Islands.d553248622820591374.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Yaeyama Islands ## Travel Guide ![Ishigaki showing coral, scuba and marine life](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/152000/152696-Okinawa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Ishigaki featuring marine life and coral](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/152000/152751-Ishigaki.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Ishigaki showing food](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/152000/152737-Okinawa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Ishigaki which includes food](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/152000/152733-Okinawa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Ishigaki showing food](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/152000/152757-Ishigaki.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Yaeyama Islands Where to stay Things to do ### Where to stay in Yaeyama Islands ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Ishigaki Though Ishigaki might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Euglena Mall and Ishigaki Island Ferry Terminal. [](https://expedia.ca/Ishigaki-Ishigaki.dx885848543166898176) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Arakawa While visiting Arakawa, you might make a stop by sights like Ishigakijima Astronomical Observatory and Fusaki Beach. [](https://expedia.ca/Ishigaki-Arakawa.dx885839976984641536) ![Default Image](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/76742c102db4b4866eacadf31508b5ab.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Maezato If you're spending some time in Maezato, Maezato Beach and Iriomote-Ishigaki National Park are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.ca/Ishigaki-Maezato.dx885845344496304128) ![Default Image](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/98ede0e66b9dadabfb6bb00e02372fb0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Misakicho When in Misakicho, you can plan a visit to Ishigaki Island Ferry Terminal and Euglena Mall, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area. [](https://expedia.ca/Ishigaki-Misakicho.dx885840816204058624) ![Default Image](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/152000/152730-Okinawa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Kabira If you're spending some time in Kabira, Kabira Park and Kabira Bay are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.ca/Ishigaki-Kabira.dx553248635975862070) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Ishigaki-Tonogusuku.dx553248635975851207) - Yaeyama Islands Hotel Deals - Vacation Rentals in Yaeyama Islands ![ANA InterContinental Ishigaki Resort by IHG](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/10700/10603/94d45f5d_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### ANA InterContinental Ishigaki Resort by IHG 354-1 Maesato Ishigaki Okinawa-ken CA $190 CA $236 total Dec 8 - Dec 9 Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Ishigaki. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 outdoor pools, and 5 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ... 9/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews) Amazing service . Reviewed on Nov 21, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=08%2F12%2F2025&endDate=09%2F12%2F2025&selected=10603&PinnedHotelID=10603&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248622820591374) ![Nest Hotel Ishigaki Maesato Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101060000/101055500/101055401/a5e797be_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Nest Hotel Ishigaki Maesato Beach 345-4 Maezato Ishigaki Okinawa CA $67 CA $74 total Dec 12 - Dec 13 Stay at this hotel in Ishigaki. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Ishigaki Island Ferry Terminal and Fusaki ... 7.8/10 Good! (84 reviews) . Reviewed on Oct 15, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=12%2F12%2F2025&endDate=13%2F12%2F2025&selected=101055401&PinnedHotelID=101055401&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248622820591374) ![seven x seven ishigaki](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105860000/105859800/105859795/727508a8_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### seven x seven ishigaki 254-19 Ishigaki okinawa CA $221 CA $243 total Dec 1 - Dec 2 Stay at this hotel in Ishigaki. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Ishigaki Island Ferry Terminal and Fusaki Beach are located ... 9.6/10 Exceptional! (83 reviews) Stunning resort that had many fantastic amenities. Reviewed on Nov 1, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=01%2F12%2F2025&endDate=02%2F12%2F2025&selected=105859795&PinnedHotelID=105859795&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248622820591374) [See all 434 properties in Yaeyama Islands](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=30%2F11%2F2025&endDate=01%2F12%2F2025®ionId=553248622820591374) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ![Mr.KINJO GRAND CATS](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83040000/83034700/83034672/4ce5a769_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Mr.KINJO GRAND CATS 2-chome-3-39 Hamasakicho Ishigaki Okinawa Stay at this aparthotel in Ishigaki. Enjoy free WiFi and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Ishigaki Island Ferry Terminal and Fusaki Beach are located ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (118 reviews) 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 May 28, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Ishigaki-Hotels-MrKINJO-GRAND-CATS.h83034672.Hotel-Information) ![HOTEL Ishigakijima 2020](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/58000000/57890000/57882900/57882846/309c7872_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### HOTEL Ishigakijima 2020 Maezato 412-1 Ishigaki Okinawa Stay at this aparthotel in Ishigaki. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Ishigaki Island Ferry Terminal and Fusaki Beach ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (247 reviews) Good stay w limited baggage space Overall good stay except that there was very limited space to open our luggages. Suggest they should remove the big chair set to provide more space. Reviewed on Sep 1, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Ishigaki-Hotels-Cozystay-Group-Hotel-Ishigakijima2020.h57882846.Hotel-Information) ![VIVOVIVA ISHIGAKIJIMA](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101180000/101178700/101178643/3c6bbb66_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### VIVOVIVA ISHIGAKIJIMA Shinkawafunagura 2485-3 Ishigaki Okinawa Stay at this condo in Ishigaki. Enjoy free WiFi, onsite spa services, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Fusaki Beach and Ishigaki Island Ferry Terminal ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (19 reviews) 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. 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Wander the beaches and waterfront in the area. [](https://expedia.ca/Ishigaki-Port-Ishigaki.d6293407.Vacation-Attraction) ![Kabira Bay Beach showing a beach and boating as well as a small group of people](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/152000/152802-Kabira-Bay-Beach.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kabira Bay Beach 3.5/5(3 reviews) Feel the crunch of the glorious white sand on the soles of your feet on this secluded beach where black pearls are cultured. [](https://expedia.ca/Kabira-Bay-Beach-Kabira.d6102518.Vacation-Attraction) ![Kabira Bay](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/525c160ff9898ebd4c61cfe2f6facd7e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kabira Bay 3.5/5(2 reviews) Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Kabira Bay during your travels in Ishigaki? [](https://expedia.ca/Kabira-Bay-Ishigaki.d553248635924014744.Vacation-Attraction) ![Sukuji Beach](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/f0a60599089af0f7329c77f83968ec63.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Sukuji Beach 5/5(1 review) If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Sukuji Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Ishigaki. [](https://expedia.ca/Sukuji-Beach-Ishigaki.d6102520.Vacation-Attraction) ![Hateruma Island Starlight Tower](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/57a25a075f4c690b2aaba66b057d0eb2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. 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