Ishigaki Travel Guide

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Local name: 石垣市 Population: 48.1 thous. (2019)Area: 88.42 mi²Elevation: 39 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 24°20'27"N, 124°9'25"E
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Ishigaki Top Attractions

Ishigaki Attractions - What to See and Explore

Ishigaki offers many attractions and places to visit. Here are the most important ones: Ishigaki City Yaeyama Museum, Furusutobaru Castle, Miyaradunchi, Yamabare tao fang Yamabare Pottery Studio. Below you will find a complete list of places worth visiting.

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Day trips

Ishigaki – popular in the area (distance from the center)

In the vicinity of Ishigaki, it's worth seeing attractions such as: Tarama Prefectural Natural Park (Tarama), Mount Omoto (Ishigaki), Kayama Island (Iriomote-Ishigaki National Park).

  • tarama prefectural natural park41 milesNE
  • mount omoto ishigaki6.2 miN
  • kayama island iriomote ishigaki national park10 milesW
  • kabira bay ishigaki7.8 miN
  • minna island44 milesNE

Best Time To Visit Ishigaki

Learn when is the best time to travel to Ishigaki weather-wise and what to expect in each season.

Popularity among visitors

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July is the most popular and therefore the most crowded month to visit this location. Many people also choose to visit in April, May, June and August.

Average temperatures in °F

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The highest air temperature is in May, June, July, August and September. While the coldest is in January, February, March and December.

Monthly rainfall in inches

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The lowest rainfall is recorded in February and March. Most of it rains in August.

Length of day in hours

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We can expect the longest days in June, while the shortest in December.

Sunrise

Best Ways to Experience the City

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Food & drink

Cuisine

A guide to some of the best local dishes and drinks that you will meet in the region.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What are the top attractions to visit in Ishigaki?

What is the best time to visit Ishigaki?

July is the most popular and therefore the most crowded month to visit this location. Many people also choose to visit in April, May, June and August. The highest air temperature is in May, June, July, August and September. While the coldest is in January, February, March and December.

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