Description
Be sure to read the Special Notes further down this page for important requirements and restriction.
Gain insight into Ishigaki's most popular sights with tours that showcase its unique history and photogenic beauty. Your exploration begins with a coach ride to Minsa Textile Gallery. Learn about the Ishigaki's traditional craft, expressing the wish of women "love me forever". Then on to the Tojin Tomb, a sacred site that pays tribute to the tragic events of 1852 when an American/British ship transporting Chinese workers wrecked off Ishigaki's rocky coast. Next, embark on a glass-bottomed boat tour on picturesque Kabira Bay. Step aboard and delight in the clarity of the turquoise waters and the stunning color and formations of the coral reefs. Your last stop is the Tamatorizaki Observatory, which boasts views all the way to Ibaruma Bay and Hirakubozaki on clear days. The pathway from the entrance to the observation deck is planted with an abundance of gorgeous hibiscus flowers that bloom year round.
Special Notes:
Wear low-heeled, comfortable walking shoes. This tour is not recommended for those guests with walking difficulties due to the number of steps and walk on sand .If Glass bottom boat ride is canceled due to weather conditions, a visit to Yaima village will substitute. Visiting order may vary. Bring local currency.