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Glamping Resort Yokabushi
Ishigaki
A glamping resort near the Tamatorizaki viewpoint, with a restaurant and bicycles for guests.
Island · No. 18 in Japan
Boutique hotels in Ishigaki
Ishigaki is the gateway to Okinawa's Yaeyama Islands, with coral reefs, manta rays and the emerald waters of Kabira Bay.
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Where to stay in Ishigaki
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Hoshinoya Taketomi Island
Ishigaki
A village of traditional Okinawan houses with stone walls on tiny Taketomi Island, a short ferry ride from Ishigaki.
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Ishigaki Sunset Cove
Ishigaki
A beachfront hideaway on the quiet west coast, with a pool and garden.
Ishigaki lies far to the southwest of Okinawa's main island, closer to Taiwan than to Tokyo. Its coral reefs are among Japan's best for snorkeling and diving, and Kabira Bay's turquoise water is one of the country's most famous views. Ferries link it to the smaller Yaeyama islands, including Taketomi with its traditional red-tiled village.
Where to stay
Ishigaki town is practical for restaurants and ferries. The west and north coasts are quieter and more scenic, and a car is useful.
Good to know
The best weather runs from April to June and October to November; typhoons can strike from July to October. Swimming is not allowed in Kabira Bay itself.
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Questions about Ishigaki
How many boutique hotels are there in Ishigaki?
We list 3 boutique hotels in Ishigaki, including Glamping Resort Yokabushi, Hoshinoya Taketomi Island and Ishigaki Sunset Cove.
