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 ![Uchibanarijima, Taketomi, Okinawa, Japan.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6290495/459a4a6f-d56c-407d-b593-565b58baa6f7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Uchibanarijima, Taketomi, Okinawa, Japan.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6290495/459a4a6f-d56c-407d-b593-565b58baa6f7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Sotobanarijima, Taketomi, Okinawa, Japan.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6290495/adc41709-1a77-4922-988c-f5a307e131e9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Kabira Bay 川平灣 is located on the north coast of Ishigaki Island, Okinawa Prefecture, Japan. Renowned for its white sands, turquoise waters and dense vegetation, the bay forms part of the Iriomote-Ishigaki National Park.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635924014744/6f2dbcdc-2c17-4f4f-a5c3-d32407ae3101.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1635/d418b8ee-4b5c-4370-a264-6e5d9a9b6cc6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Yaeyama Islands Where to stay Things to do ### Where to stay in Yaeyama Islands ![Aerial view of Tropical lagoon of Ishigaki island of Japan](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6053824/4a94e7a0-2cca-4880-bd4f-96947d9f5304.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) ![Panoramic of Tropical lagoon of Ishigaki island of Okinawa](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/885839976984641536/978bc5ce-f972-40a2-afcb-b62cb370a9fa.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) ![Kabira Bay Beach showing boating and a sandy beach as well as a small group of people](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6102518/968ee816-ccf5-4ba2-b334-cf922ca430a9.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) ![Kabira Bay 川平灣 is located on the north coast of Ishigaki Island, Okinawa Prefecture, Japan. Renowned for its white sands, turquoise waters and dense vegetation, the bay forms part of the Iriomote-Ishigaki National Park.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635924014744/6f2dbcdc-2c17-4f4f-a5c3-d32407ae3101.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) ![Panoramic Taketomijima in ishigaki of Japan with sunny day](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635975851207/35ec9ddf-a5be-47c0-9ebe-018d98f628cd.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) ![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) ### Shineicho Though Shineicho might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Ishigaki Island Ferry Terminal and Euglena Mall. [](https://expedia.ca/Ishigaki-Shineicho.dx885840577357324288) - 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 $228 CA $283 total Feb 5 - Feb 6 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! (1,001 reviews) 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 Jan 21, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=05%2F02%2F2026&endDate=06%2F02%2F2026&selected=10603&PinnedHotelID=10603&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248622820591374) ![Fusaki Beach Resort Hotel & Villas](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5670000/5665600/5665598/79f47e16_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Fusaki Beach Resort Hotel & Villas 1625 Arakawa Ishigaki Okinawa-ken CA $250 CA $276 total Feb 15 - Feb 16 Book a stay at this beach resort in Ishigaki. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews) Amazing beautiful seaside resort Reviewed on Dec 25, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=15%2F02%2F2026&endDate=16%2F02%2F2026&selected=5665598&PinnedHotelID=5665598&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248622820591374) ![The BREAKFAST HOTEL PORTO Ishigakijima](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17410000/17407800/17407716/83426a34_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The BREAKFAST HOTEL PORTO Ishigakijima Tonoshiro 67 Ishigaki Okinawa CA $66 CA $73 total Feb 3 - Feb 4 Stay at this hotel in Ishigaki. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews) It is close to Ishigaki downtown. You can walk to restaurants and stores. It's very convenient. Reviewed on Sep 23, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=03%2F02%2F2026&endDate=04%2F02%2F2026&selected=17407716&PinnedHotelID=17407716&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248622820591374) [See all 398 properties in Yaeyama Islands](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=03%2F02%2F2026&endDate=04%2F02%2F2026®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! (129 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) ![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! (23 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. Reviewed on Aug 15, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Ishigaki-Hotels-VIVOVIVA-ISHIGAKIJIMA.h101178643.Hotel-Information) ![Mr.KINJO SUNS ISHIGAKI](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35360000/35356600/35356523/037a574c_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Mr.KINJO SUNS ISHIGAKI 204-13 Maesato Ishigaki Okinawa Stay at this apartment in Ishigaki. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and balconies. Popular attractions Ishigaki Island Ferry Terminal and Fusaki Beach ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (85 reviews) Very new and modern rooms with a confortable bed. Kitchen utensils cost 1000yen/ day extra and were cheap plastic and barely usable. They were like toys. Other than that this room met all our needs. 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Additional terms may apply. ## Check Yaeyama Islands hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248622820591374&startDate=2026-02-02&endDate=2026-02-03)[Feb 2 - Feb 3](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248622820591374&startDate=2026-02-02&endDate=2026-02-03) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248622820591374&startDate=2026-02-03&endDate=2026-02-04)[Feb 3 - Feb 4](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248622820591374&startDate=2026-02-03&endDate=2026-02-04) [This weekend ](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248622820591374&startDate=06%2F02%2F2026&endDate=08%2F02%2F2026)[Feb 6 - Feb 8](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248622820591374&startDate=06%2F02%2F2026&endDate=08%2F02%2F2026) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248622820591374&startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%2F02%2F2026)[Feb 13 - Feb 15](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248622820591374&startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%2F02%2F2026) ### Popular places to visit ![Kabira Bay Beach showing a beach and boating as well as a small group of people](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6102518/7a975fa0-5250-4e1d-9dc9-e1035883d75c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Kabira-Bay-Beach-Kabira.d6102518.Vacation-Attraction) ![Fishing port in Ishigaki island, Okinawa; Shutterstock ID 668942752; purchase_order: SF 06557000; job: ; client: ; other:](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6293407/9016fb3a-c5a7-44e7-974b-6c4a72f862cf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Ishigaki-Port-Ishigaki.d6293407.Vacation-Attraction) ![Kabira Bay which is located on the north coast of Ishigaki Island, Okinawa, Japan, Shutterstock ID 592340582, Purchase Order: -](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635924014744/10f374ba-148e-4207-904a-56b4677f7d68.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kabira Bay Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Kabira Bay during your travels in Ishigaki? [](https://expedia.ca/Kabira-Bay-Ishigaki.d553248635924014744.Vacation-Attraction) ![Ishigaki Island Limestone Cave which includes caves and caving](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6293429/48396c02-76f3-4cdc-82c2-3c8ef46a5268.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Ishigaki-Island-Limestone-Cave-Ishigaki.d6293429.Vacation-Attraction) ![Yonehara beach in Ishigaki Island, Japan; Shutterstock ID 1102965824; purchase_order: SF 06557000; job: ; client: ; other:](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6102524/77f300ae-0fab-4de1-bada-f8d4fb90af82.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Yonehara Beach If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Yonehara Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Ishigaki. While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront. [](https://expedia.ca/Yonehara-Beach-Ishigaki.d6102524.Vacation-Attraction) ![tropical seascape; Shutterstock ID 157139036](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532761992/4781ba0e-8ad1-44df-838a-1844372e9c38.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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