{"id":3345,"date":"2026-01-09T21:11:44","date_gmt":"2026-01-09T12:11:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/?p=3345"},"modified":"2026-04-15T21:01:36","modified_gmt":"2026-04-15T12:01:36","slug":"uehara-port-and-ohara-port","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/3345","title":{"rendered":"Are There Two Ports on Iriomote Island? The Differences Between \u201cUehara Port\u201d and \u201cOhara Port\u201d and How to Choose the Right One"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hello everyone!<\/span><\/p>\n<p>One of the largest activity stores in Iriomote Island<br \/>\n<strong><span style=\"background: linear-gradient(rgba(255, 255, 102, 0) 60%, #ffff66 60%); font-size: 16 px;\">Iriomote Island ADVENTURE PiPi<\/span><\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">!<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Do you know Iriomote Island?<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Iriomote Island is an island in Okinawa Prefecture, located more than 400 km southwest of the main island of Okinawa.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Gemini_Generated_Image_qx5ho2qx5ho2qx5h-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" class=\"size-full wp-image-13686 aligncenter\" srcset=\"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Gemini_Generated_Image_qx5ho2qx5ho2qx5h-1.jpg 640w, https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Gemini_Generated_Image_qx5ho2qx5ho2qx5h-1-320x240.jpg 320w, https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Gemini_Generated_Image_qx5ho2qx5ho2qx5h-1-16x12.jpg 16w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/>It is located so close that it is closer to Taiwan than to the main island of Okinawa, and there is no airport because most of the island's area is covered by subtropical jungle.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Therefore, in order to travel to Iriomote Island,<\/span><strong><span style=\"background: linear-gradient(rgba(255, 255, 102, 0) 60%, #ffff66 60%); font-size: 16 px;\">The only means of transportation is by boat (ferry)<\/span><\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The first two are the following.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Iriomote Island has two main ports serving as gateways to the island, and in this article, I\u2019d like to introduce Uehara Port and Ohara Port.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong><div class=\"su-button-center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/en\/activity\/\" class=\"su-button su-button-style-glass\" style=\"color:#FFFFFF;background-color:#3bce7d;border-color:#30a564;border-radius:7px;-moz-border-radius:7px;-webkit-border-radius:7px\" target=\"_self\" title=\"Links to activities available on Iriomote Island\"><span style=\"color:#FFFFFF;padding:7px 20px;font-size:16px;line-height:24px;border-color:#76dda4;border-radius:7px;-moz-border-radius:7px;-webkit-border-radius:7px;text-shadow:1px 1px 1px #000000;-moz-text-shadow:1px 1px 1px #000000;-webkit-text-shadow:1px 1px 1px #000000\"><i class=\"sui sui-hand-o-right\" style=\"font-size:16px;color:#ffffff\"><\/i> Can be done in Iriomote Island<br \/>\nClick here for activities!<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_65 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-light-blue ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6ad821a239f4c\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseprofile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6ad821a239f4c\"  aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/3345\/#%E8%A5%BF%E8%A1%A8%E5%B3%B6%E3%81%AF%E3%81%A9%E3%81%A3%E3%81%A1%E3%81%AE%E6%B8%AF%E3%82%92%E9%81%B8%E3%81%B6%E3%81%B9%E3%81%8D%EF%BC%9F%E4%B8%8A%E5%8E%9F%E6%B8%AF%E3%83%BB%E5%A4%A7%E5%8E%9F%E6%B8%AF%E3%81%AE%E9%81%95%E3%81%84%E3%81%A8%E6%AF%94%E8%BC%83\" title=\"Which Port Should You Choose on Iriomote Island? Differences and Comparison Between Uehara Port and Ohara Port\">Which Port Should You Choose on Iriomote Island? Differences and Comparison Between Uehara Port and Ohara Port<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/3345\/#%E4%B8%8A%E5%8E%9F%E6%B8%AF%E3%81%AE%E3%83%A1%E3%83%AA%E3%83%83%E3%83%88\" title=\"Advantages of Uehara Port\">Advantages of Uehara Port<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/3345\/#%E2%91%A0%E3%83%93%E3%83%BC%E3%83%81%E3%81%BE%E3%81%A7%E8%BF%91%E3%81%84\" title=\"(1) Close to the beach\">(1) Close to the beach<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/3345\/#%E2%91%A1%E5%91%A8%E8%BE%BA%E3%81%AE%E6%96%BD%E8%A8%AD%E3%81%8C%E5%85%85%E5%AE%9F\" title=\"(2) Excellent facilities around the area\">(2) Excellent facilities around the area<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/3345\/#%E5%A4%A7%E5%8E%9F%E6%B8%AF%E3%81%AE%E3%83%A1%E3%83%AA%E3%83%83%E3%83%88\" title=\"Advantages of Ohara Port\">Advantages of Ohara Port<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/3345\/#%E3%80%902026%E6%9C%80%E6%96%B0%E3%80%91%E7%9F%B3%E5%9E%A3%E5%B3%B6%E3%81%8B%E3%82%89%E5%90%84%E6%B8%AF%E3%81%B8%E3%81%AE%E3%83%95%E3%82%A7%E3%83%AA%E3%83%BC%E6%99%82%E5%88%BB%E8%A1%A8%E3%81%A8%E6%96%99%E9%87%91\" title=\"[2026 Update] Ferry Schedules and Fares from Ishigaki Island to Various Ports\">[2026 Update] Ferry Schedules and Fares from Ishigaki Island to Various Ports<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/3345\/#%E3%83%95%E3%82%A7%E3%83%AA%E3%83%BC%E3%81%AE%E6%96%99%E9%87%91\" title=\"Ferry Fees\">Ferry Fees<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/3345\/#%E4%B8%8A%E5%8E%9F%E6%B8%AF%E8%A1%8C%EF%BC%88%E7%89%87%E9%81%93%EF%BC%89\" title=\"To Uehara Port (one way)\">To Uehara Port (one way)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/3345\/#%E5%A4%A7%E5%8E%9F%E6%B8%AF%E8%A1%8C%EF%BC%88%E7%89%87%E9%81%93%EF%BC%89\" title=\"To Ohara Port (one way)\">To Ohara Port (one way)<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/3345\/#%E3%80%90%E7%9F%B3%E5%9E%A3%E5%B3%B6%E7%99%BA_%E2%86%92_%E4%B8%8A%E5%8E%9F%E6%B8%AF%E8%A1%8C%E3%81%8D%E3%80%91\" title=\"Ishigaki Island \u2192 Uehara Port\">Ishigaki Island \u2192 Uehara Port<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/3345\/#%E3%80%90%E7%9F%B3%E5%9E%A3%E5%B3%B6%E7%99%BA_%E2%86%92_%E5%A4%A7%E5%8E%9F%E6%B8%AF%E8%A1%8C%E3%81%8D%E3%80%91\" title=\"Ishigaki Island \u2192 Ohara Port\">Ishigaki Island \u2192 Ohara Port<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/3345\/#%E7%B9%81%E5%BF%99%E6%9C%9F%E3%81%AE%E6%B3%A8%E6%84%8F%E4%BA%8B%E9%A0%85\" title=\"Notes for peak season\">Notes for peak season<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/3345\/#%E3%83%8D%E3%83%83%E3%83%88%E4%BA%88%E7%B4%84%E3%81%8C%E3%80%8C%E6%BA%80%E5%B8%AD%EF%BC%88%C3%97%EF%BC%89%E3%80%8D%E3%81%A7%E5%8F%96%E3%82%8C%E3%81%AA%E3%81%84%E3%81%8A%E5%AE%A2%E6%A7%98%E3%81%B8\" title=\"For customers who cannot make online reservations due to &quot;full (x)\">For customers who cannot make online reservations due to \"full (x)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/3345\/#%E4%B8%8A%E5%8E%9F%E8%88%AA%E8%B7%AF%E6%AC%A0%E8%88%AA%E6%99%82%E3%81%AE%E3%81%94%E6%A1%88%E5%86%85\" title=\"In case of Uehara route cancellation\">In case of Uehara route cancellation<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/3345\/#%E8%88%AA%E8%B7%AF%E3%81%AE%E9%81%8B%E8%88%AA%E6%99%82%E9%96%93%E3%81%AE%E9%81%95%E3%81%84\" title=\"Differences in operating times of routes\">Differences in operating times of routes<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/3345\/#%E3%83%AC%E3%83%B3%E3%82%BF%E3%82%AB%E3%83%BC%E3%83%BB%E3%82%AB%E3%83%BC%E3%83%95%E3%82%A7%E3%83%AA%E3%83%BC%E3%81%AE%E5%88%A9%E7%94%A8\" title=\"Using Rental Cars and Car Ferries\">Using Rental Cars and Car Ferries<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/3345\/#%E4%B8%A1%E6%B8%AF%E3%82%92%E8%A1%8C%E3%81%8D%E6%9D%A5%E3%81%99%E3%82%8B%E3%81%AB%E3%81%AF%EF%BC%9F\" title=\"How do I travel between both ports?\">How do I travel between both ports?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/3345\/#%E3%81%95%E3%81%84%E3%81%94%E3%81%AB\" title=\"in the end\">in the end<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E8%A5%BF%E8%A1%A8%E5%B3%B6%E3%81%AF%E3%81%A9%E3%81%A3%E3%81%A1%E3%81%AE%E6%B8%AF%E3%82%92%E9%81%B8%E3%81%B6%E3%81%B9%E3%81%8D%EF%BC%9F%E4%B8%8A%E5%8E%9F%E6%B8%AF%E3%83%BB%E5%A4%A7%E5%8E%9F%E6%B8%AF%E3%81%AE%E9%81%95%E3%81%84%E3%81%A8%E6%AF%94%E8%BC%83\"><\/span><span style=\"font-size: 24px;\">Which Port Should You Choose on Iriomote Island? Differences and Comparison Between Uehara Port and Ohara Port<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When planning a trip to Iriomote Island, the first dilemma you\u2019ll face is deciding whether to go to Uehara Port or Ohara Port.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Conclusions,<\/span><strong><span style=\"background: linear-gradient(rgba(255, 255, 102, 0) 60%, #ffff66 60%); font-size: 16 px;\">Objectives and Key Considerations<\/span><\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The recommended port varies depending on the factor. Please take a look at the comparison table below first.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div class=\"su-table su-table-alternate\">\n<table style=\"width: 100%\">\n<tbody>\n<tr style=\"background-color: #f2f2f2\">\n<td style=\"text-align: center;width: 30%\"><strong>Comparison Criteria<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;width: 35%\"><strong>Uehara Port<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;width: 35%\"><strong>Ohara Port<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"text-align: center\"><strong>Who This Is Recommended For<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center\"><strong>Focus on Activities and Water Fun<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center\"><strong>Leisurely Sightseeing: Nakama River and Yufu Island<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"text-align: center\"><strong>Travel Time from Ishigaki Island<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center\">About 45 to 55 minutes<\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center\">About 40 to 45 minutes<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"text-align: center\"><strong>Adult One-Way Fare<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center\">2,690 yen<\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center\">1,580 yen<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"text-align: center\"><strong>Winter Service Rate<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center\">Low<br \/>\n(Flights are often canceled due to strong north winds.)<\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center\"><strong>High<\/strong><br \/>\n(Surrounded by islands and stable)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"text-align: center\"><strong>Surrounding Environment and Facilities<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center\">Plenty of restaurants, supermarkets, and lodging options<\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center\">Peaceful, quiet, and idyllic atmosphere<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"text-align: center\"><strong>Top Attractions<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center\">Stardust Beach, Pinaisara Falls, and more<\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center\">Nakama River Mangroves, Yufu Island, etc.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It\u2019s helpful to check maps and other resources in advance to familiarize yourself with the ferry routes from Ishigaki Island, the relative locations of the various ports, and the reasons why Uehara Port tends to get rough in winter (such as wind direction)\u2014this will make it easier to plan your trip.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E4%B8%8A%E5%8E%9F%E6%B8%AF%E3%81%AE%E3%83%A1%E3%83%AA%E3%83%83%E3%83%88\"><\/span><span style=\"font-size: 24px;\">Advantages of Uehara Port<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-4896 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/\u4e0a\u539f\u6e2f\u2461P8061161-640x480.jpg\" alt=\"Uehara Port\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" srcset=\"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/\u4e0a\u539f\u6e2f\u2461P8061161-640x480.jpg 640w, https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/\u4e0a\u539f\u6e2f\u2461P8061161-1280x960.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/\u4e0a\u539f\u6e2f\u2461P8061161-320x240.jpg 320w, https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/\u4e0a\u539f\u6e2f\u2461P8061161-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/\u4e0a\u539f\u6e2f\u2461P8061161-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/\u4e0a\u539f\u6e2f\u2461P8061161-2048x1536.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In terms of accessibility, Ohara Port is convenient, but,<\/span><strong><span style=\"background: linear-gradient(rgba(255, 255, 102, 0) 60%, #ffff66 60%); font-size: 16 px;\">Ease of Sightseeing After Arrival<\/span><\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In this regard, Uehara Port is superior.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E2%91%A0%E3%83%93%E3%83%BC%E3%83%81%E3%81%BE%E3%81%A7%E8%BF%91%E3%81%84\"><\/span><span style=\"font-size: 20px;\">(1) Close to the beach<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-7627 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/LINE_ALBUM_20220916_220925_0-640x480.jpg\" alt=\"Maruma Beach\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For those who want to enjoy marine activities such as snorkeling,<\/span><strong><span style=\"background: linear-gradient(rgba(255, 255, 102, 0) 60%, #ffff66 60%); font-size: 16 px;\">Uehara Port, Just a Short Walk from the Beach<\/span><\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">I recommend this.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Beaches such as Hoshisuna Beach, Tsukigahama Beach, and Nakano Beach\u2014known for its beautiful sunsets\u2014are all located near Uehara Port.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you drive, it\u2019ll only take a few minutes, and you\u2019ll be able to enjoy a wide variety of activities all within a compact area.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-4897 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/\u6d66\u5185\u5ddd\uff3fP6308609-640x480.jpg\" alt=\"Urauchi River\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" srcset=\"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/\u6d66\u5185\u5ddd\uff3fP6308609-640x480.jpg 640w, https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/\u6d66\u5185\u5ddd\uff3fP6308609-1280x960.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/\u6d66\u5185\u5ddd\uff3fP6308609-320x240.jpg 320w, https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/\u6d66\u5185\u5ddd\uff3fP6308609-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/\u6d66\u5185\u5ddd\uff3fP6308609-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/\u6d66\u5185\u5ddd\uff3fP6308609-2048x1536.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Furthermore, the area around Uehara Port is<\/span><strong><span style=\"background: linear-gradient(rgba(255, 255, 102, 0) 60%, #ffff66 60%); font-size: 16 px;\">River Activities<\/span><\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It is also very popular.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">About a 10-minute drive away is the Urauchi River, the longest river in Okinawa Prefecture, where you can enjoy boat cruises and hiking.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you want to enjoy both the ocean and the river, using Uehara Port is definitely your best bet.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E2%91%A1%E5%91%A8%E8%BE%BA%E3%81%AE%E6%96%BD%E8%A8%AD%E3%81%8C%E5%85%85%E5%AE%9F\"><\/span><span style=\"font-size: 20px;\">(2) Excellent facilities around the area<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-6585 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/IMG_7277-640x480.jpg\" alt=\"Tamamori Supermarket\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When comparing the number of restaurants, souvenir shops, and lodging facilities,<\/span><strong><span style=\"background: linear-gradient(rgba(255, 255, 102, 0) 60%, #ffff66 60%); font-size: 16 px;\">Uehara Port is by far the better option<\/span><\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The company is doing so.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are many restaurants serving local cuisine and island-style cafes within walking distance, so the wide variety of dining options is another great perk.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Even for those who drink alcohol, having restaurants and lodging close by is<\/span><strong><span style=\"background: linear-gradient(rgba(255, 255, 102, 0) 60%, #ffff66 60%); font-size: 16 px;\">A really great feature<\/span><\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It can be said that<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E5%A4%A7%E5%8E%9F%E6%B8%AF%E3%81%AE%E3%83%A1%E3%83%AA%E3%83%83%E3%83%88\"><\/span><span style=\"font-size: 24px;\">Advantages of Ohara Port<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-4898 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/\u5927\u539f\u6e2f\u2461P4295839-640x480.jpg\" alt=\"Ohara Port\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" srcset=\"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/\u5927\u539f\u6e2f\u2461P4295839-640x480.jpg 640w, https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/\u5927\u539f\u6e2f\u2461P4295839-1280x960.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/\u5927\u539f\u6e2f\u2461P4295839-320x240.jpg 320w, https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/\u5927\u539f\u6e2f\u2461P4295839-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/\u5927\u539f\u6e2f\u2461P4295839-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/\u5927\u539f\u6e2f\u2461P4295839-2048x1536.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">On the other hand, the area around Ohara Port is more than just the beach\u2014<\/span><strong><span style=\"background: linear-gradient(rgba(255, 255, 102, 0) 60%, #ffff66 60%); font-size: 16 px;\">Fun in the Mountains and by the River<\/span><\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">...will be the main focus.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A mangrove cruise on the Nakama River, which is teeming with natural beauty, is a classic and popular activity in the area around Ohara Port.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-10810 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/S__30425277-640x480.jpg\" alt=\"Ohara Port\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Another famous tourist attraction is<\/span><strong><span style=\"background: linear-gradient(rgba(255, 255, 102, 0) 60%, #ffff66 60%); font-size: 16 px;\">Water Buffalo Cart Boarding Area for Yufu Island<\/span><\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">...so you can enjoy a leisurely time.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The area around Ohara Port has a somewhat idyllic atmosphere, making it perfect for those who want to spend some quiet time.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In contrast to the bustling Uehara Port,<\/span><strong><span style=\"background: linear-gradient(rgba(255, 255, 102, 0) 60%, #ffff66 60%); font-size: 16 px;\">A Relaxing Island Pace<\/span><\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you want to fully enjoy [...], Ohara Port might be a good choice.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E3%80%902026%E6%9C%80%E6%96%B0%E3%80%91%E7%9F%B3%E5%9E%A3%E5%B3%B6%E3%81%8B%E3%82%89%E5%90%84%E6%B8%AF%E3%81%B8%E3%81%AE%E3%83%95%E3%82%A7%E3%83%AA%E3%83%BC%E6%99%82%E5%88%BB%E8%A1%A8%E3%81%A8%E6%96%99%E9%87%91\"><\/span><span style=\"font-size: 24px;\">[2026 Update] Ferry Schedules and Fares from Ishigaki Island to Various Ports<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-5924 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/OI004484-640x480.jpg\" alt=\"Ishigaki Airport: Exterior View\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" srcset=\"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/OI004484-640x480.jpg 640w, https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/OI004484-1280x960.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/OI004484-320x240.jpg 320w, https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/OI004484-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/OI004484-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/OI004484-2048x1536.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The boat heading for Iriomote Island is part of the same Yaeyama Islands group<\/span><strong><span style=\"background: linear-gradient(rgba(255, 255, 102, 0) 60%, #ffff66 60%); font-size: 16 px;\">Operates only from Ishigaki Island<\/span><\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The company is doing so.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Travel from Ishigaki Airport to Ishigaki Port, and board a ferry bound for Iriomote Island from the \u201cIshigaki Port Remote Islands Terminal\u201d located there.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-6858 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/IMG_4736-scaled-e1692338039988-640x480.jpg\" alt=\"Ishigaki Port Remote Islands Terminal, Yaeyama Sightseeing Ferry, Ticket Counter\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" srcset=\"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/IMG_4736-scaled-e1692338039988-640x480.jpg 640w, https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/IMG_4736-scaled-e1692338039988-1280x960.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/IMG_4736-scaled-e1692338039988-320x240.jpg 320w, https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/IMG_4736-scaled-e1692338039988-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/IMG_4736-scaled-e1692338039988-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/IMG_4736-scaled-e1692338039988-2048x1536.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ferry services are primarily operated by two companies: \"An'ei Kanko\" and \"Yaeyama Kanko Ferry.\" Each company's<\/span><strong><span style=\"background: linear-gradient(rgba(255, 255, 102, 0) 60%, #ffff66 60%); font-size: 16 px;\">Morning Flight Schedule<\/span><\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">I've summarized the fees below.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E3%83%95%E3%82%A7%E3%83%AA%E3%83%BC%E3%81%AE%E6%96%99%E9%87%91\"><\/span><span style=\"font-size: 20px;\"><strong>Ferry Fees<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The one-way ferry fares (departing from Ishigaki Island) for ferries bound for Uehara Port and Ohara Port are as follows.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E4%B8%8A%E5%8E%9F%E6%B8%AF%E8%A1%8C%EF%BC%88%E7%89%87%E9%81%93%EF%BC%89\"><\/span><strong><span style=\"font-size: 18px;\">To Uehara Port (one way)<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u30fbAdults (junior high school students and older): 2,690 yen<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u30fbChildren (elementary school students): 1,350 yen<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E5%A4%A7%E5%8E%9F%E6%B8%AF%E8%A1%8C%EF%BC%88%E7%89%87%E9%81%93%EF%BC%89\"><\/span><strong><span style=\"font-size: 18px;\">To Ohara Port (one way)<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Adults (12 years and older): 1,580 yen<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Child (6-11 years old): 800 yen<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E3%80%90%E7%9F%B3%E5%9E%A3%E5%B3%B6%E7%99%BA_%E2%86%92_%E4%B8%8A%E5%8E%9F%E6%B8%AF%E8%A1%8C%E3%81%8D%E3%80%91\"><\/span><span style=\"font-size: 20px;\">Ishigaki Island \u2192 Uehara Port<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Travel time: About 45\u201355 minutes (about 70\u201380 minutes via Hatoma Island)<\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"su-table su-table-alternate\">\n<table style=\"width: 100%\">\n<tbody>\n<tr style=\"background-color: #f2f2f2\">\n<td style=\"text-align: center;width: 30%\"><strong>Hours.<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;width: 70%\"><strong>Operator \/ Remarks<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"text-align: center\">07:00<\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center\">An-ei Kanko<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"text-align: center\">08:00<\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center\">Yaeyama Sightseeing<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"text-align: center\">08:30<\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center\">An-ei Kanko (* via Hatoma)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"text-align: center\">11:00<\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center\">Yaeyama Sightseeing<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E3%80%90%E7%9F%B3%E5%9E%A3%E5%B3%B6%E7%99%BA_%E2%86%92_%E5%A4%A7%E5%8E%9F%E6%B8%AF%E8%A1%8C%E3%81%8D%E3%80%91\"><\/span><span style=\"font-size: 20px;\">Ishigaki Island \u2192 Ohara Port<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Time required: approx. 40-45 min.<\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"su-table su-table-alternate\">\n<table style=\"width: 100%\">\n<tbody>\n<tr style=\"background-color: #f2f2f2\">\n<td style=\"text-align: center;width: 30%\"><strong>Hours.<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;width: 70%\"><strong>Operator \/ Remarks<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"text-align: center\">07:00<\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center\">An-ei Kanko (*Only when Uehara flights are canceled*)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"text-align: center\">07:30<\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center\">Yaeyama Sightseeing<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"text-align: center\">08:30<\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center\">An-ei Kanko<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"text-align: center\">09:00<\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center\">Yaeyama Sightseeing<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"text-align: center\">10:30<\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center\">Yaeyama Sightseeing<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">*This is the latest schedule effective April 1, 2026, and onward. The schedule is subject to change due to weather conditions, so please check before boarding.<\/span><strong><span style=\"background: linear-gradient(rgba(255, 255, 102, 0) 60%, #ffff66 60%); font-size: 16 px;\">Official Websites of Each Company<\/span><\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">for more information.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E7%B9%81%E5%BF%99%E6%9C%9F%E3%81%AE%E6%B3%A8%E6%84%8F%E4%BA%8B%E9%A0%85\"><\/span><span style=\"font-size: 20px;\">Notes for peak season<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/DSC00845-scaled-e1727667690258-640x480.jpg\" alt=\"Pick: Uehara Port\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-11810 aligncenter\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">During busy periods such as Golden Week and summer vacation,<\/span><strong><span style=\"background: linear-gradient(rgba(255, 255, 102, 0) 60%, #ffff66 60%); font-size: 16 px;\">Ferry tickets sell out quickly<\/span><\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This may happen. It\u2019s best to make a reservation in advance on each ferry company\u2019s official website.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Also, since the Remote Islands Terminal gets very crowded,<\/span><strong><span style=\"background: linear-gradient(rgba(255, 255, 102, 0) 60%, #ffff66 60%); font-size: 16 px;\">Arrive 30 minutes before departure.<\/span><\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We recommend that you do the following<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/P8061172-640x480.jpg\" alt=\"Uehara Port\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-6786 aligncenter\" srcset=\"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/P8061172-640x480.jpg 640w, https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/P8061172-1280x960.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/P8061172-320x240.jpg 320w, https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/P8061172-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/P8061172-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/P8061172-2048x1536.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E3%83%8D%E3%83%83%E3%83%88%E4%BA%88%E7%B4%84%E3%81%8C%E3%80%8C%E6%BA%80%E5%B8%AD%EF%BC%88%C3%97%EF%BC%89%E3%80%8D%E3%81%A7%E5%8F%96%E3%82%8C%E3%81%AA%E3%81%84%E3%81%8A%E5%AE%A2%E6%A7%98%E3%81%B8\"><\/span><span style=\"font-size: 18px;\">For customers who cannot make online reservations due to \"full (x)<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Even if the advance reservation quota is full due to consecutive holidays, etc., you can still make a reservation at the ferry port counter on the day of the event.<\/span><strong><span style=\"background: linear-gradient(rgba(255, 255, 102, 0) 60%, #ffff66 60%); font-size: 16 px;\">Same-day tickets will be available for purchase.<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Please rest assured that you will be able to participate in the tour without any issues.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/DSC00856-scaled-e1727666910680-640x480.jpg\" alt=\"Pick: Uehara Port\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-11806 aligncenter\" \/><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E4%B8%8A%E5%8E%9F%E8%88%AA%E8%B7%AF%E6%AC%A0%E8%88%AA%E6%99%82%E3%81%AE%E3%81%94%E6%A1%88%E5%86%85\"><\/span><span style=\"font-size: 18px;\">In case of Uehara route cancellation<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Even if the Uehara route is cancelled,<\/span><strong><span style=\"background: linear-gradient(rgba(255, 255, 102, 0) 60%, #ffff66 60%); font-size: 16 px;\">Detour route via Ohara Port<\/span><\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can join the tour at<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In that case, the ticket is not for \u201cOhara Port,\u201d but simply<\/span><strong><span style=\"background: linear-gradient(rgba(255, 255, 102, 0) 60%, #ffff66 60%); font-size: 16 px;\">Purchase a round-trip ticket to Uehara Port<\/span><\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Please.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(This is so you can use the ferry company's free shuttle bus.)<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong><div class=\"su-button-center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/iriomote-tour.com\/activity\/setplan-activity-ferry.html?utm_campaign=setplan-activity-ferry&#038;utm_medium=referral&#038;utm_source=iriomote-pipi.com\/archives\/3345\" class=\"su-button su-button-style-glass\" style=\"color:#FFFFFF;background-color:#3bce7d;border-color:#30a564;border-radius:7px;-moz-border-radius:7px;-webkit-border-radius:7px\" target=\"_self\"><span style=\"color:#FFFFFF;padding:7px 20px;font-size:16px;line-height:24px;border-color:#76dda4;border-radius:7px;-moz-border-radius:7px;-webkit-border-radius:7px;text-shadow:1px 1px 1px #000000;-moz-text-shadow:1px 1px 1px #000000;-webkit-text-shadow:1px 1px 1px #000000\"><i class=\"sui sui-hand-o-right\" style=\"font-size:16px;color:#ffffff\"><\/i> Ferry ticket included<br \/>\nIriomotejima Activity Tour<br \/>\nFor more information on the<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E8%88%AA%E8%B7%AF%E3%81%AE%E9%81%8B%E8%88%AA%E6%99%82%E9%96%93%E3%81%AE%E9%81%95%E3%81%84\"><\/span><span style=\"font-size: 24px;\">Differences in operating times of routes<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-5949 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/IMG_0251-640x480.jpg\" alt=\"Ishigaki Island, Ishigaki Port Remote Islands Terminal\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" srcset=\"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/IMG_0251-640x480.jpg 640w, https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/IMG_0251-1280x960.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/IMG_0251-320x240.jpg 320w, https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/IMG_0251-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/IMG_0251-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/IMG_0251-2048x1536.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The boat ride between Ishigaki Island and Uehara Port takes about 45 to 55 minutes. On the other hand, the boat ride between Ishigaki Island and Ohara Port takes about 40 to 45 minutes, so in terms of travel time,<\/span><strong><span style=\"background: linear-gradient(rgba(255, 255, 102, 0) 60%, #ffff66 60%); font-size: 16 px;\">Ohara Port is slightly faster.<\/span><\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This is the result.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Another point worth noting is that ferry service to Uehara Port is often suspended during the winter.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-6511 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/P8061154-640x480.jpg\" alt=\"Uehara Port\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" srcset=\"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/P8061154-640x480.jpg 640w, https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/P8061154-1280x960.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/P8061154-320x240.jpg 320w, https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/P8061154-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/P8061154-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/P8061154-2048x1536.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The route between Uehara and the port has nothing to block the wind, so it is greatly affected on windy days, and waves tend to get high.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In contrast, the route between Ohara Port and Taketomi Island and Kohama Island is located to the north, and<\/span><strong><span style=\"background: linear-gradient(rgba(255, 255, 102, 0) 60%, #ffff66 60%); font-size: 16 px;\">The surrounding islands block the wind.<\/span><\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Therefore, flights are unlikely to be canceled.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">On the winter route to Uehara Port, it\u2019s not uncommon for more than half of the monthly sailings to be canceled.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">From the perspective of access from Ishigaki Port,<\/span><strong><span style=\"background: linear-gradient(rgba(255, 255, 102, 0) 60%, #ffff66 60%); font-size: 16 px;\">Ohara Port is more stable.<\/span><\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It can be said that this is obvious at a glance.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E3%83%AC%E3%83%B3%E3%82%BF%E3%82%AB%E3%83%BC%E3%83%BB%E3%82%AB%E3%83%BC%E3%83%95%E3%82%A7%E3%83%AA%E3%83%BC%E3%81%AE%E5%88%A9%E7%94%A8\"><\/span><span style=\"font-size: 24px;\">Using Rental Cars and Car Ferries<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-7200 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/0754_original-e1692695022660.jpg\" alt=\"Yaeyama Sightseeing Ferry Chura-san\" width=\"639\" height=\"480\" srcset=\"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/0754_original-e1692695022660.jpg 639w, https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/0754_original-e1692695022660-320x240.jpg 320w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 639px) 100vw, 639px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you visit Iriomote Island and want to tour around the island<\/span><strong><span style=\"background: linear-gradient(rgba(255, 255, 102, 0) 60%, #ffff66 60%); font-size: 16 px;\">The use of rental cars is standard.<\/span><\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Since there is a lot of undeveloped land, you\u2019ll likely find it inconvenient to rely solely on public transportation.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are also several car rental companies catering to tourists in the areas around the two ports, and<\/span><strong><span style=\"background: linear-gradient(rgba(255, 255, 102, 0) 60%, #ffff66 60%); font-size: 16 px;\">A rental car is a must<\/span><\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One might even go so far as to say that.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-6646 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/IMG_7369-640x480.jpg\" alt=\"rent-a-car\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Also, if you\u2019ve already rented a car on Ishigaki Island,<\/span><strong><span style=\"background: linear-gradient(rgba(255, 255, 102, 0) 60%, #ffff66 60%); font-size: 16 px;\">Car Ferry<\/span><\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Let's consider using it.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Since car ferries operate from both Ohara Port and Uehara Port, you can take your car directly to Iriomote Island.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, keep in mind that it will take longer than if you were to take a high-speed ferry.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-8214 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/2236377_s.jpg\" alt=\"rent-a-car\" width=\"640\" height=\"427\" srcset=\"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/2236377_s.jpg 640w, https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/2236377_s-320x214.jpg 320w, https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/2236377_s-272x182.jpg 272w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you plan to take part in local tours or similar activities, be sure to allow plenty of time when making your plans.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">By the way, if you're traveling between the two ports by rental car,<\/span><strong><span style=\"background: linear-gradient(rgba(255, 255, 102, 0) 60%, #ffff66 60%); font-size: 16 px;\">Estimated time: about 1 hour<\/span><\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The first two are the following.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E4%B8%A1%E6%B8%AF%E3%82%92%E8%A1%8C%E3%81%8D%E6%9D%A5%E3%81%99%E3%82%8B%E3%81%AB%E3%81%AF%EF%BC%9F\"><\/span><span style=\"font-size: 24px;\">How do I travel between both ports?<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-6786 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/P8061172-640x480.jpg\" alt=\"Uehara Port\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" srcset=\"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/P8061172-640x480.jpg 640w, https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/P8061172-1280x960.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/P8061172-320x240.jpg 320w, https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/P8061172-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/P8061172-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/P8061172-2048x1536.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Even if you go to the wrong port, the ferries connect the various parts of the island<\/span><strong><span style=\"background: linear-gradient(rgba(255, 255, 102, 0) 60%, #ffff66 60%); font-size: 16 px;\">Iriomote Island Bus Route<\/span><\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Please rest assured that the service is operating as usual.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The bus stops cover major attractions and both ports, and affordable \u201cone-day passes\u201d are available for purchase on the bus.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can get on and off the bus freely even at locations other than bus stops<\/span><strong><span style=\"background: linear-gradient(rgba(255, 255, 102, 0) 60%, #ffff66 60%); font-size: 16 px;\">Free Boarding and Alighting System<\/span><\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This unique system is also a major draw.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E3%81%95%E3%81%84%E3%81%94%E3%81%AB\"><\/span><span style=\"font-size: 24px;\">in the end<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What did you think of the two entrances to Iriomote Island?<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Proper preparation is what determines whether a trip is a success or a failure.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong><span style=\"background: linear-gradient(rgba(255, 255, 102, 0) 60%, #ffff66 60%); 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