Title: Yaeyama Islands Travel Guide: Best of Yaeyama Islands, Asia Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Yaeyama Islands](https://expedia.co.uk/Yaeyama-Islands-Hotels.d553248622820591374.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Holiday Rentals in Yaeyama Islands](https://expedia.co.uk/Yaeyama-Islands-Holiday-Rentals.d553248622820591374.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals)[Flights to Yaeyama Islands](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Yaeyama-Islands.d553248622820591374.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Yaeyama Islands Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Yaeyama-Islands.d553248622820591374.Car-Hire-Guide)[Yaeyama Islands Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Yaeyama-Islands.d553248622820591374.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Yaeyama Islands Travel Guide ## Tourist 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 While Ishigaki isn't home to many top sights, Euglena Mall and Ishigaki Island Ferry Terminal are some notable places to visit nearby. [](https://expedia.co.uk/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 If you're spending some time in Arakawa, Ishigakijima Astronomical Observatory and Fusaki Beach are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Ishigaki-Arakawa.dx885839976984641536) ![Kabira Bay Beach featuring a beach and boating 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.co.uk/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 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Ishigaki-Misakicho.dx885840816204058624) ![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 When in Shineicho, you can plan a visit to Ishigaki Island Ferry Terminal and Euglena Mall, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Ishigaki-Shineicho.dx885840577357324288) ![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.co.uk/Ishigaki-Tonogusuku.dx553248635975851207) - Top hotels in Yaeyama Islands - Top Holiday 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 £151 9 Feb - 10 Feb Stay at this luxury hotel in Ishigaki. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 3 outdoor pools and 5 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ... 9/10 Wonderful! (1,002 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 21 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=09%2F02%2F2026&endDate=10%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 £149 19 Feb - 20 Feb Stay at this beach resort in Ishigaki. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 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 25 Dec 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=19%2F02%2F2026&endDate=20%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 £40 8 Feb - 9 Feb Stay at this hotel in Ishigaki. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews) It is close to Ishigaki downtown. You can walk to restaurants and stores. It's very convenient. Reviewed on 23 Sept 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=08%2F02%2F2026&endDate=09%2F02%2F2026&selected=17407716&PinnedHotelID=17407716&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248622820591374) [See all 399 properties in Yaeyama Islands](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=06%2F02%2F2026&endDate=07%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 Wi-Fi 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 28 May 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/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 Wi-Fi, on-site 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 15 Aug 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/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 Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and balconies. Popular attractions Ishigaki Island Ferry Terminal and Fusaki Beach ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (86 reviews) 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 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Ishigaki-Hotels-HOTEL-MrKINJO-Suns-In-ISHIGAKI.h35356523.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in Yaeyama Islands](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=553248622820591374&sort=VACATION_RENTAL) 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. ## Check Yaeyama Islands hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248622820591374&startDate=2026-02-05&endDate=2026-02-06)[5 Feb - 6 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248622820591374&startDate=2026-02-05&endDate=2026-02-06) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248622820591374&startDate=2026-02-06&endDate=2026-02-07)[6 Feb - 7 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248622820591374&startDate=2026-02-06&endDate=2026-02-07) [This weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248622820591374&startDate=06%2F02%2F2026&endDate=08%2F02%2F2026)[6 Feb - 8 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/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.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248622820591374&startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%2F02%2F2026)[13 Feb - 15 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/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 sandy 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 5/5(2 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.co.uk/Kabira-Bay-Beach-Kabira.d6102518.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 5/5(1 review) Explore the waterfront in Ishigaki with a trip to Ishigaki Island Ferry Terminal. Wander the beaches and waterfront in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Ishigaki-Port-Ishigaki.d6293407.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 5/5(1 review) Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Kabira Bay during your travels in Ishigaki? [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kabira-Bay-Ishigaki.d553248635924014744.Attraction) ![Ishigaki Island Limestone Cave featuring caving and caves](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.co.uk/Ishigaki-Island-Limestone-Cave-Ishigaki.d6293429.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 5/5(3 reviews) If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Yonehara Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Ishigaki. While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Yonehara-Beach-Ishigaki.d6102524.Attraction) ![sukuji beach in ishigaki island; Shutterstock ID 718436449; purchase_order: SF 06557000; job: ; client: ; other:](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6102520/11e121db-b59f-49c4-8d85-19d30211f249.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Sukuji Beach 5/5(1 review) If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Sukuji Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Ishigaki. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Sukuji-Beach-Kabira.d6102520.Attraction) ## Cities near Yaeyama Islands ![Kabira Bay Beach which includes a sandy beach and boating](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6102518/db942da9-1389-400e-ac8f-5e15b4ec2915.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Ishigaki ![Adobe](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2647/4bd46386-fbdc-4f39-88bc-d89695cd5e22.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Yonaguni ![Beach after Ohara](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000730651/51ffc7b9-fd2d-4ed9-9686-be2ed9050a0d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Haimi - Cities near Yaeyama Islands [Ishigaki](https://expedia.co.uk/Ishigaki.dx1635)[Yonaguni](https://expedia.co.uk/Yonaguni.dx2647)[Haimi](https://expedia.co.uk/Haimi.dx3000730651) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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