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[2026 Latest] 10 Recommended Restaurants on Iriomote Island! Local staff introduce delicious places to eat!

2026-05-30 11:38

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One of the best parts of the trip is theVisit unique local "eateriesThere is a "I'm sorry," isn't there?

 

Iriomote Island also has "restaurants" that can be found only in Iriomote Island.

 

I want to know what restaurants you recommend on Iriomote Island!"

 

と考えている方におすすめしたい記事です!

 

About Restaurants in Iriomote Island

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Iriomote Island is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Japan, visited by many tourists every year.

 

Emerald green waters, white sandy beaches, and unique ecosystems,This tropical island full of charm attracts many visitors regardless of the season!The following is a list of the most common problems with the "C" in the "C" column.

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And one of the reasons why Iriomote Island has attracted so many people's interest is because of its culture, which is very different from that of the areas north of Kyushu and beyond.

 

One of the charms of Ishigaki Island is its culture.Food."When you visit Iriomote Island, focusing on theA must-visit restaurant.to the following.

 

Food and Beverage Situation in Iriomote Island

八重山そば

In Iriomote Island, as in other parts of OkinawaUnique food culturehas taken root.

 

Typical examples areYaeyama soba (buckwheat noodles)or kamai, as it is called.wild boarHandmade from harvest to finished productbrown cane sugarSuch as.

 

Also, when you visit Iriomote Island, you can enjoy the food along withspecialtyWe would also like to enjoy the awamori of the

 

How to find restaurants in Iriomote Island

西表島 白地図

Now, here we are at Iriomote Island.How to find a restaurant where you can enjoy quality foodto the following.

 

There are many restaurants on Iriomote Island that offer dishes that can only be found here, and in many cases, when you visit, you may be at a loss as to which one is the best.

 

Of course, there is also the pleasure of going to the places you see, which is one of the best parts of traveling, but this timeHow to research in advanceWe will introduce two

 

Search from information on the Internet

Many tourists visit Iriomote Island, and the Internet is a great place to visit.Articles recommending restaurantsThere are many

 

Finding the restaurants you are looking for by looking for such articles will help you enjoy your trip smoothly.

 

Also, because I can gather information before I travel,Very useful when planning a trip!The following is a list of the most common problems with the "C" in the "C" column.

 

Ask local residents for recommendations.

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It is also a good idea to ask the hotel or guest house where you are staying for restaurant recommendations.

 

at timesInformation on hidden gems that only the locals know aboutmay be obtained.

 

In addition, you may be able to find a secret menu that only local residents know about.

 

Near Uehara Port
おすすめ飲食店

上原港 看板 写真

There are two large ports on Iriomote Island, and many restaurants stand in the vicinity of each.

 

First, the north side.Restaurants near Uehara PortIntroduction of the

 

上原港付近のおすすめ飲食店
①南国ごはん じーなー

南国ごはん じーなー|Jeener

Tropical dining with tropical and island cuisine.

 

On fine days, terrace seating is also available,Pleasant sea breeze unique to the tropicsYou can enjoy your meal while feeling the

 

The restaurant is also available for large private parties and group use, and barbecue courses are available with advance reservations.

 

Or lunch.Local cuisine using ingredients from Iriomote IslandPlease visit us to enjoy the

 

Please note that reservations are required for dinner!

南国ごはん じーなー
address (e.g. of house) 2F 681-82 Uehara, Taketomi-cho, Yaeyama-gun, Okinawa, Japan
sales
Hours.
11:30~14:00
17:00-21:00
regular closing day Closed on weekends and holidays (notice on Instagram)
phone 0980-87-5445

 

上原港付近のおすすめ飲食店
②美々

上原港から徒歩8分の場所に位置する美々は、美味しくて手頃なご飯をいただけるお店.

 

特に柔らかい豚肉がたっぷり入ったソーキそばが人気。

 

また、マンゴージュースはジェラートのようでとても新鮮で濃厚と評価されています。

 

スタッフは親しみやすく、店内は清潔感があり落ち着く雰囲気となっています。

美々
address (e.g. of house) Uehara, Taketomi-cho, Yaeyama-gun, Okinawa
sales
Hours.
11:00~17:00
regular closing day nashi (Pyrus pyrifolia, esp. var. culta)
phone 0980857178
food log
(External site)

美々

 

上原港付近のおすすめ飲食店
(iii) A boy in Iriomote

Next we will introduce a very popular cafe on Iriomote Island,A Boy in Iriomote.

 

This very stylish café, handmade by the owner, is well-liked by locals as well as tourists.

 

We have a full lineup of hand-drip coffee and a variety of plates,A cafe you'll want to visit for a break between trips..

A Boy in Iriomote
address (e.g. of house) 559 Uehara, Taketomi Town, Yaeyama County
sales
Hours.
Business hours and holidays are subject to change, so please check with the store before visiting.
regular closing day unscheduled holiday (e.g. on a bank holiday)
phone 09075925592
food log
(External site)

A Boy in Iriomote

 

上原港付近のおすすめ飲食店
4) Rough La Garden

Raff La Gardenis a surf cafe-style eatery with a wide variety of burgers.

 

If there is a store with this kind of atmosphere right from the harbor, you will be tempted to stop by.

 

Although this restaurant offers a wide variety of burgers, it is also a perfect place to enjoy Okinawan soba noodles and set menus.

Raff La Garden
address (e.g. of house) 550-1 Uehara, Taketomi Town, Yaeyama County
sales
Hours.
11:30~14:00
18:30~Last Business hours and holidays are subject to change, so please check with the store before visiting.
regular closing day tree
phone 0980857088
food log
(External site)

Raff La Garden

 

上原港付近のおすすめ飲食店
(5) One Falcon

one falcon (esp. the peregrine falcon, Falco peregrinus)is an izakaya where you can enjoy a wide selection of island cuisine and drinks.

 

Perhaps the most significant feature, however, is that although it is an izakaya, it has a stone oven and serves authentic pizza.

 

You can drink with classic Okinawan dishes and even eat pizza!It is the one and only restaurant that is

one falcon (esp. the peregrine falcon, Falco peregrinus)
address (e.g. of house) 10-726 Uehara, Taketomi Town, Yaeyama County
sales
Hours.
17:00 – 23:00
regular closing day water (esp. cool, fresh water, e.g. drinking water)
phone 0980857833
food log
(External site)

one falcon (esp. the peregrine falcon, Falco peregrinus)

 

上原港付近のおすすめ飲食店
6) Densa Restaurant

Denser Dineris a common diner, the ideal home-cooked restaurant where you can go every day and never get tired of the food.

 

Located right next to the harbor, it can be used as a quick stopover while waiting for the ship.

 

Okinawa soba and other home-style dishes,I'll try it again before I leave the island.It may also be a good idea to

Densa Restaurant
address (e.g. of house) 10-726 Uehara, Taketomi Town, Yaeyama County
sales
Hours.
火曜日以外:11:30-18:00
火曜日:11:30-16:00
regular closing day water (esp. cool, fresh water, e.g. drinking water)
phone 0980856453
food log
(External site)

Densa Restaurant

 

大原港付近の
おすすめ飲食店

大原港

Next, we will introduce you to the south side of Iriomote Island.Recommended restaurants near Ohara Port.

 

All of the restaurants we introduce are highly recommended not only for the taste of their food but also for the atmosphere in their restaurants, so please stop by when you visit Iriomote Island.

 

Recommended restaurants near Ohara Port
①Kitchen Matsuyama

Kitchen Matsuyamais a restaurant derived from Matsuyama Bento, which is very famous in Iriomote Island.

 

The menu is simple, such as Yaeyama soba and set menus.

 

At this restaurant, you can experience the great taste of the famous restaurant that made its name as Matsuyama Bento.

Kitchen Matsuyama
address (e.g. of house) 201-140, Minamikazami, Taketomi Town, Yaeyama County
sales
Hours.
10:30~14:00
regular closing day fire
phone 09068584491
food log
(External site)

Kitchen Matsuyama

 

Recommended restaurants near Ohara Port
(2) Cafe Hanazumi Iriomotejima

Recommended for those who want to take a breather in the late afternoon,Cafe Hanazumi Iriomotejima.

 

It is a renovated old private house with a relaxed atmosphere.

 

You can enjoy a hearty meal that is good for your health along with our special tea.

Cafe Hanazumi Iriomotejima
address (e.g. of house) 201-75, Aza-Nanpumi, Taketomi Town, Yaeyama County
sales
Hours.
11:30 – 17:00
regular closing day water (esp. cool, fresh water, e.g. drinking water)
phone 0980855261
food log
(External site)

Cafe Hanazumi Iriomotejima

 

Recommended restaurants near Ohara Port
KamuRe Fishing & Cafe

KamuRe Fishing & Cafeis a coffee shop that you will want to stop by when you want to rest your tired body after a trip.

 

Although the menu is small, you can enjoy dishes such as beef soup, Yaeyama soba, taco rice, and curry, which the owner has put a lot of skill into.

 

Visit after activities or in between sightseeing.

KamuRe Fishing & Cafe
address (e.g. of house) 201-153, Minamikazami, Taketomi Town, Yaeyama County
sales
Hours.
11:30-15:00
regular closing day water (esp. cool, fresh water, e.g. drinking water)
phone 0980855339
food log
(External site)

KamuRe Fishing & Cafe

 

Recommended restaurants near Ohara Port
(4) AZAHAEMI

AZAHAEMIis a tavern located in a great location with a view of the sea.

 

It is characterized by the fact that it is easy to enter with several people or even by one person.

 

You can enjoy dishes that can only be found on Iriomote Island, using fresh fish, seaweed, and wild boar called kamai, which are caught in the suburbs.

AZAHAEMI
address (e.g. of house) 508-51, Minami Kazami, Taketomi Town, Yaeyama County
sales
Hours.
11:30 – 14:00
17:00 – 23:00
regular closing day fire
phone 0980-85-5777
food log
(External site)

AZAHAEMI

 

Iriomote Island restaurants and
I want to enjoy them together.
Five recommended activities

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西表島に訪れた際にはぜひとも立ち寄りたい飲食店をご紹介しました!

 

From here.Recommended activities to enjoy in Iriomote Islandto the following.

 

西表島にはいくつもの絶景スポットがあり、その楽しみ方も実に様々です。

 

certainlyEnjoy in your own wayTry to find out.

 

Mangrove SUP/Canoe
×x Canyoning

マングローブ カヌー

I want you to experience it in Iriomote Island,Canoeing and SUP in mangrove forests.

 

Mangrove forests, which cannot be seen north of Kyushu, are widespread! The unique subtropical shape of the trees growing out of the muddy surface of the water is a spectacular sight that can never be seen anywhere else.

 

In addition, in places such asCanyoningYou can also enjoy the nature of Iriomote Island while walking or swimming in the mountain stream.

キャニオニング

The best part of canyoning is that you can enjoy it with only one body, jumping into the river in the great nature of Iriomote Island.

 

Cross canoeing and SUP with canyoning.Unusual experienceWhy not try to

 

Canyoning x Yubu Island Sightseeing

キャニオニング

Iriomote Island hasCanyoningIn any of these places, you can push through the dense Yaeyama nature.

 

Iriomote Island is a place of such natural beauty that it has been called the last unexplored region of the earth, and you will see jungles and mangroves that are almost untouched to this day.

 

And, you can also enjoy it with canyoning,Sightseeing in Yubu Island!

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On Yubu Island, you can see the tranquil, traditional Okinawan streets.

 

The sight of buffalo carts passing through the city center, where tropical flowers bloom, is truly a sight that will make you forget the passage of time.

 

After an aggressive activity in canyoning, thisTranquil townscapeWhy not be healed by the

 

Barras Island Snorkeling x
Mangrove SUP/Canoe

バラスシュノーケル

When you visit Iriomote Island, I would like you to experience the beauty of the sea, and I would like to recommend a place to do so.Barasu Island.

 

Barasu Island is a very small uninhabited island off the coast of Iriomote Island, and is also called Miracle Island because of its beauty and the fact that it disappears with the ebb and flow of the tide.

 

The island also has aExcellent snorkeling spotIt is also known as the "Coral Bay," where you can observe corals on the ocean floor and the colorful tropical fish that swarm there.

マングローブカヌー

And after enjoying the sea of Iriomote Island to the fullest like this.SUP and canoeing in mangrove forestsYou will experience the

 

You will be able to enjoy the nature of Iriomote Island from various angles!

 

Barras Island Snorkeling
×x Yubu Island Sightseeing

シュノ×由布島

The activity that is introduced as an activity to enjoy the sea of Iriomote Island to the fullest isSnorkeling at Barras Island.

 

And with it on tours, etc.Yubu Island Sightseeingis often a set of

西表島 水牛車 由布島観光

After thoroughly enjoying snorkeling in the crystal clear waters, you will be taken across the sea in a buffalo cart.

 

This course to Yubu Island includes a relaxingUnique Tropical Emotion.

 

in the end

In this issue, we have introduced a number of recommended restaurants and activities on Iriomote Island.

 

Iriomote Island hasNature as a taste and unexplored region that can never be tasted in other parts of the world..

 

Fill your stomach with Okinawa soba and bitter gourd stir-fry, experience activities to enjoy the great nature such as mangrove forests, crystal clear sea, and limestone caves, and by all means, enjoy Iriomote Island, a tropical resort island, to its fullest.

 

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We are looking for friends!

スタッフ募集

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From tour guides, to administrative staff, marketing personnel, sales staff, and back office personnel,Wide range of occupationsWe are actively hiring at

 

Inexperienced workers are welcome! If you are considering moving to Okinawa or taking on a new challenge, we would love to hear from you.

 

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