{"id":5822,"date":"2026-01-09T15:25:12","date_gmt":"2026-01-09T06:25:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/?p=5822"},"modified":"2026-01-10T12:06:08","modified_gmt":"2026-01-10T03:06:08","slug":"%e8%a5%bf%e8%a1%a8%e5%b3%b6%e7%ab%b9%e5%af%8c%e5%b3%b6","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/5822","title":{"rendered":"Iriomotejima-Taketomi Island"},"content":{"rendered":"<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-69f2561b3d845\" 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\" 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href=\"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/5822\/#%E8%A5%BF%E8%A1%A8%E5%B3%B6%E3%81%A3%E3%81%A6%E3%81%A9%E3%82%93%E3%81%AA%E5%B3%B6\" title=\"What kind of island is Iriomote Island?\">What kind of island is Iriomote Island?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/5822\/#%E5%A4%A7%E8%87%AA%E7%84%B6%E3%81%AE%E4%B8%AD%E3%81%A7%E3%82%A2%E3%82%AF%E3%83%86%E3%82%A3%E3%83%93%E3%83%86%E3%82%A3%E3%82%92%E6%A5%BD%E3%81%97%E3%82%80%E3%81%AA%E3%82%89%E8%A5%BF%E8%A1%A8%E5%B3%B6\" title=\"Iriomote Island for enjoying activities in the great outdoors\">Iriomote Island for enjoying activities in the great outdoors<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/5822\/#1%E6%97%A5%E3%81%8B%E3%81%91%E3%81%A6%E6%BA%80%E5%96%AB%EF%BC%81\" title=\"Spend a day to fully enjoy it!\">Spend a day to fully enjoy it!<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/5822\/#%E5%AE%BF%E6%B3%8A%E3%82%82%E3%81%8A%E3%81%99%E3%81%99%E3%82%81\" title=\"Lodging is also recommended.\">Lodging is also recommended.<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/5822\/#%E8%A5%BF%E8%A1%A8%E5%B3%B6%E3%81%B8%E3%81%AE%E8%A1%8C%E3%81%8D%E6%96%B9\" title=\"How to get to Iriomote Island\">How to get to Iriomote Island<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/5822\/#%E8%A5%BF%E8%A1%A8%E5%B3%B6%E5%A4%A7%E5%8E%9F%E6%B8%AF\" title=\"Ohara Port, Iriomote Island\">Ohara Port, Iriomote Island<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/5822\/#%E8%A5%BF%E8%A1%A8%E5%B3%B6%E4%B8%8A%E5%8E%9F%E6%B8%AF\" title=\"Uehara Port, Iriomote Island\">Uehara Port, Iriomote Island<\/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-8\" href=\"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/5822\/#%E7%AB%B9%E5%AF%8C%E5%B3%B6%E3%81%A3%E3%81%A6%E3%81%A9%E3%82%93%E3%81%AA%E5%B3%B6%EF%BC%9F\" title=\"What kind of island is Taketomi Island?\">What kind of island is Taketomi Island?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/5822\/#%E3%81%AE%E3%82%93%E3%81%B3%E3%82%8A%E8%A6%B3%E5%85%89%E3%81%AA%E3%82%89%E7%AB%B9%E5%AF%8C%E5%B3%B6\" title=\"Taketomi Island for leisurely sightseeing\">Taketomi Island for leisurely sightseeing<\/a><\/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\/5822\/#%E5%8D%8A%E6%97%A5%E3%81%A7%E6%BA%80%E5%96%AB%E3%81%A7%E3%81%8D%E3%82%8B%EF%BC%81\" title=\"You can fully enjoy it in half a day!\">You can fully enjoy it in half a day!<\/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\/5822\/#%E7%AB%B9%E5%AF%8C%E5%B3%B6%E3%81%B8%E3%81%AE%E8%A1%8C%E3%81%8D%E6%96%B9\" title=\"How to get to Taketomi Island\">How to get to Taketomi Island<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/5822\/#%E8%A5%BF%E8%A1%A8%E5%B3%B6%E3%83%BC%E7%AB%B9%E5%AF%8C%E5%B3%B6%E3%81%AE%E3%83%95%E3%82%A7%E3%83%AA%E3%83%BC%E8%88%AA%E8%B7%AF\" title=\"Iriomotejima-Taketomi Island Ferry Routes\">Iriomotejima-Taketomi Island Ferry Routes<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/5822\/#%E7%9F%B3%E5%9E%A3%E5%B3%B6%E3%81%8B%E3%82%89%E6%97%85%E8%A1%8C%E3%81%A7%E8%A1%8C%E3%81%8F%E3%81%AA%E3%82%89%E3%81%A9%E3%81%A1%E3%82%89%E3%81%8C%E3%81%8A%E3%81%99%E3%81%99%E3%82%81%EF%BC%9F\" title=\"Which is the best place to travel from Ishigaki Island?\">Which is the best place to travel from Ishigaki Island?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/5822\/#%E6%B2%96%E7%B8%84%E3%81%AE%E5%A4%A7%E8%87%AA%E7%84%B6%E3%82%92%E6%A5%BD%E3%81%97%E3%81%BF%E3%81%9F%E3%81%84%E3%81%AA%E3%82%89%E8%A5%BF%E8%A1%A8%E5%B3%B6\" title=\"If you want to enjoy the great nature of Okinawa, Iriomote Island\">If you want to enjoy the great nature of Okinawa, Iriomote Island<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/5822\/#%E6%B2%96%E7%B8%84%E3%81%AE%E7%90%89%E7%90%83%E7%8E%8B%E5%9B%BD%E6%99%82%E4%BB%A3%E3%81%AE%E8%A1%97%E4%B8%A6%E3%81%BF%E3%82%92%E3%82%86%E3%81%A3%E3%81%9F%E3%82%8A%E8%A6%B3%E5%85%89%E3%81%AA%E3%82%89%E7%AB%B9%E5%AF%8C%E5%B3%B6\" title=\"Taketomi Island for relaxing sightseeing in the Ryukyu Kingdom era townscape of Okinawa\">Taketomi Island for relaxing sightseeing in the Ryukyu Kingdom era townscape of Okinawa<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/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\/5822\/#%E8%A5%BF%E8%A1%A8%E5%B3%B6%E3%83%BB%E7%AB%B9%E5%AF%8C%E5%B3%B6%E8%A6%B3%E5%85%89%E3%81%AE%E6%B3%A8%E6%84%8F%E7%82%B9\" title=\"Points to note for sightseeing in Iriomotejima and Taketomi Island\">Points to note for sightseeing in Iriomotejima and Taketomi Island<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/5822\/#%E3%83%95%E3%82%A7%E3%83%AA%E3%83%BC%E3%81%AE%E6%99%82%E9%96%93%E3%81%AB%E6%B3%A8%E6%84%8F\" title=\"Note ferry times.\">Note ferry times.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/5822\/#%E6%80%A5%E3%81%AA%E9%9B%A8%E3%81%AB%E6%B3%A8%E6%84%8F\" title=\"Watch out for sudden rain\">Watch out for sudden rain<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/5822\/#%E7%B4%AB%E5%A4%96%E7%B7%9A%E3%81%AE%E5%BC%B7%E3%81%95%E3%81%AB%E6%B3%A8%E6%84%8F\" title=\"Note the intensity of ultraviolet rays.\">Note the intensity of ultraviolet rays.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/5822\/#%E8%A5%BF%E8%A1%A8%E5%B3%B6%E3%83%BC%E7%AB%B9%E5%AF%8C%E5%B3%B6%E3%81%AE%E3%83%95%E3%82%A7%E3%83%AA%E3%83%BC%E3%81%AF%E8%A6%81%E4%BA%88%E7%B4%84\" title=\"Reservations required for Iriomotejima-Taketomi Island ferry.\">Reservations required for Iriomotejima-Taketomi Island ferry.<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/5822\/#%E3%81%8A%E5%9C%9F%E7%94%A3%E3%81%AF%E9%80%9A%E8%B2%A9%E3%81%8C%E3%81%8A%E3%81%99%E3%81%99%E3%82%81%EF%BC%81\" title=\"Mail order is recommended for souvenirs!\">Mail order is recommended for souvenirs!<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/en\/archives\/5822\/#%E3%81%BE%E3%81%A8%E3%82%81\" title=\"summary\">summary<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E8%A5%BF%E8%A1%A8%E5%B3%B6%E3%81%A3%E3%81%A6%E3%81%A9%E3%82%93%E3%81%AA%E5%B3%B6\"><\/span>What kind of island is Iriomote Island?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-6377\" src=\"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/IMG_0387-640x480.jpg\" alt=\"\u897f\u8868\u5cf6\u306e\u30b8\u30e3\u30f3\u30b0\u30eb\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" \/><br \/>\nIriomote Island is located in Taketomi-cho, Yaeyama-gun, Okinawa Prefecture.<br \/>\nLocated approximately 2100 km southwest of Tokyo, it is covered with subtropical virgin forest.<br \/>\nIt boasts a diverse natural environment that includes jungles in the backcountry, mangroves in the estuary, and tidal flats on the coast.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E5%A4%A7%E8%87%AA%E7%84%B6%E3%81%AE%E4%B8%AD%E3%81%A7%E3%82%A2%E3%82%AF%E3%83%86%E3%82%A3%E3%83%93%E3%83%86%E3%82%A3%E3%82%92%E6%A5%BD%E3%81%97%E3%82%80%E3%81%AA%E3%82%89%E8%A5%BF%E8%A1%A8%E5%B3%B6\"><\/span>Iriomote Island for enjoying activities in the great outdoors<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-6375\" src=\"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/IMG_0377-640x480.jpg\" alt=\"\u30c8\u30ec\u30c3\u30ad\u30f3\u30b0\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" srcset=\"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/IMG_0377-640x480.jpg 640w, https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/IMG_0377-1280x960.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/IMG_0377-320x240.jpg 320w, https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/IMG_0377-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/IMG_0377-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/IMG_0377-2048x1536.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><br \/>\nThe best part of Iriomote Island is that you can experience the great nature through various activities.<br \/>\nNature observation on mud flats stretching from the estuary to the coast, canoeing and SUP in mangrove forests, trekking in the jungle, canyoning to enjoy natural water slides, the list goes on and on.<br \/>\nYou will have unforgettable memories through experiences on a grand scale.<br \/>\nIf you want to enjoy nature in a relaxed atmosphere, Iriomote Island is recommended.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1%E6%97%A5%E3%81%8B%E3%81%91%E3%81%A6%E6%BA%80%E5%96%AB%EF%BC%81\"><\/span>Spend a day to fully enjoy it!<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Iriomote Island offers a full range of activities that can be enjoyed throughout the day.<br \/>\nYou can freely arrange a tour that combines several different types of tours in a single day, or a short tour packed with fun.<br \/>\nOne day is not enough! You may think.<\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E5%AE%BF%E6%B3%8A%E3%82%82%E3%81%8A%E3%81%99%E3%81%99%E3%82%81\"><\/span>Lodging is also recommended.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>Iriomote Island also offers a wide range of accommodations.<br \/>\nFrom nationwide resort hotels to local guesthouses and minshuku, there is a wide variety and price range.<br \/>\nAfter a day of activities, we recommend the option of staying overnight on Iriomote Island.<br \/>\nIt is also a privilege for those who stay overnight to enjoy Iriomote Island at night and early in the morning.<br \/>\nAt night, you can enjoy beautiful starry skies, said to be some of the best in the country, and a real jungle night tour.<br \/>\nYou will be lucky if you see a coconut crab or a semaruga turtle.<br \/>\nBy joining an early morning departure tour, you can avoid the crowds and have the beautiful morning sea all to yourself.<br \/>\nStaying on Iriomote Island is filled with a special feeling that you cannot experience anywhere else.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E8%A5%BF%E8%A1%A8%E5%B3%B6%E3%81%B8%E3%81%AE%E8%A1%8C%E3%81%8D%E6%96%B9\"><\/span>How to get to Iriomote Island<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Such Iriomote Island can be accessed by sea from Ishigaki Island.<br \/>\nIshigaki Island has Ishigaki Airport and can be reached by direct flights from major cities.<br \/>\nIf there is no direct flight, go to Ishigaki Airport via Naha Airport.<br \/>\nFrom Ishigaki Island, you will travel by boat.<br \/>\nThere are two routes departing from the remote island terminal, one to Uehara Port in the northern part of Iriomote Island and the other to Ohara Port in the southern part.<br \/>\nEach port and route has its own characteristics, so choose the one that best suits your travel plans.<br \/>\nThe service may be cancelled during typhoon season, so please be careful when making your plans.<\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E8%A5%BF%E8%A1%A8%E5%B3%B6%E5%A4%A7%E5%8E%9F%E6%B8%AF\"><\/span>Ohara Port, Iriomote Island<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-6378\" src=\"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/P8121536-640x480.jpg\" alt=\"\u5927\u539f\u6e2f\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" srcset=\"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/P8121536-640x480.jpg 640w, https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/P8121536-1280x960.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/P8121536-320x240.jpg 320w, https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/P8121536-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/P8121536-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/P8121536-2048x1536.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><br \/>\nThe journey from Ishigaki Island to Ohara Port takes 30 minutes by regular high-speed boat and 45 minutes by car ferry.<br \/>\nThe car ferry operates three days a week, so check in advance if you plan to travel by car.<br \/>\nThis route is less likely to be cancelled even in winter, and is becoming increasingly popular for its stability.<br \/>\nMangrove excursion boats and canoe tours departing from Ohara Port are also available for easy access.<br \/>\nBoats to Taketomi Island and Kohama Island are also available, making it a good base for touring the outlying islands.<\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E8%A5%BF%E8%A1%A8%E5%B3%B6%E4%B8%8A%E5%8E%9F%E6%B8%AF\"><\/span>Uehara Port, Iriomote Island<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-6379\" src=\"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/P8061078-640x480.jpg\" alt=\"\u4e0a\u539f\u6e2f\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" \/><br \/>\nFrom Ishigaki Island to Uehara Port in the northern part of Iriomote Island takes 40 minutes by regular high-speed boat or 1 hour and 50 minutes by car ferry.<br \/>\nThe car ferry takes longer because it passes through Hatoma Island, but it operates six days a week.<br \/>\nThe facilities around the port are excellent, with restaurants, island cafes, and resort hotels.<br \/>\nPlease note that this route is susceptible to winter northerly winds and is frequently cancelled.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E7%AB%B9%E5%AF%8C%E5%B3%B6%E3%81%A3%E3%81%A6%E3%81%A9%E3%82%93%E3%81%AA%E5%B3%B6%EF%BC%9F\"><\/span>What kind of island is Taketomi Island?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-6381\" src=\"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/P6135910-640x480.jpg\" alt=\"\u7af9\u5bcc\u5cf6\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" \/><br \/>\nTaketomi Island is located in the Yaeyama Islands in Okinawa Prefecture.<br \/>\nIt is also called \"the closest remote island,\" and would be about 10 minutes by high-speed boat from Ishigaki Island.<br \/>\nThe villages located in the central and northwestern parts of the island preserve a traditional landscape consisting of coral stone walls, red tile roofs, and white sand paved roads.<br \/>\nThe sight of buffalo carts going through the town is a symbol of Taketomi Island.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E3%81%AE%E3%82%93%E3%81%B3%E3%82%8A%E8%A6%B3%E5%85%89%E3%81%AA%E3%82%89%E7%AB%B9%E5%AF%8C%E5%B3%B6\"><\/span>Taketomi Island for leisurely sightseeing<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-6382\" src=\"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/S__29089976-640x480.jpg\" alt=\"\u7af9\u5bcc\u5cf6\u306e\u6c34\u725b\u8eca\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" srcset=\"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/S__29089976-640x480.jpg 640w, https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/S__29089976-1280x960.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/S__29089976-320x240.jpg 320w, https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/S__29089976-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/S__29089976.jpg 1478w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><br \/>\nThe best way to enjoy Taketomi Island is to \"take it easy.<br \/>\nFrom the moment you land on the island, you may feel that time is passing differently.<br \/>\nThe exotic, old town streets, traveled by buffalo cart, which is slower than a person can walk, is a place where you can immerse yourself in an extraordinary island time.<br \/>\nA short walk from the center is a spectacular beach with sparkling clear water.<br \/>\nIt is wonderful to spend time relaxing and taking it easy, just like the many island cats.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E5%8D%8A%E6%97%A5%E3%81%A7%E6%BA%80%E5%96%AB%E3%81%A7%E3%81%8D%E3%82%8B%EF%BC%81\"><\/span>You can fully enjoy it in half a day!<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Another attraction of Taketomi Island is that you can enjoy it in half a day even if you take it easy.<br \/>\nA half-day itinerary can be completed by taking a buffalo cart from the harbor to the village, wandering around, and returning to the harbor.<br \/>\nIf you stay a little longer, you can rent bicycles to tour the beach.<br \/>\nThis may be another reason why Taketomi Island is so beloved.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E7%AB%B9%E5%AF%8C%E5%B3%B6%E3%81%B8%E3%81%AE%E8%A1%8C%E3%81%8D%E6%96%B9\"><\/span>How to get to Taketomi Island<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Let us show you how to get to Taketomi Island.<br \/>\nTaketomi Island has no airport and is accessible by boat.<br \/>\nHigh-speed boats and ferries operate from Ishigaki Island's remote island terminal to Taketomi Island, and the high-speed boat ride takes 10 minutes.<br \/>\nThis is a popular route with a large number of vessels, with about 40 departures per day.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E8%A5%BF%E8%A1%A8%E5%B3%B6%E3%83%BC%E7%AB%B9%E5%AF%8C%E5%B3%B6%E3%81%AE%E3%83%95%E3%82%A7%E3%83%AA%E3%83%BC%E8%88%AA%E8%B7%AF\"><\/span>Iriomotejima-Taketomi Island Ferry Routes<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-6384\" src=\"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/P6135005-640x480.jpg\" alt=\"\u7af9\u5bcc\u6e2f\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" srcset=\"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/P6135005-640x480.jpg 640w, https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/P6135005-1280x960.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/P6135005-320x240.jpg 320w, https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/P6135005-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/P6135005-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/P6135005-2048x1536.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><br \/>\nThere is also a ferry connecting Iriomote Island and Taketomi Island.<br \/>\nThere are about 20 flights per day during the summer high season and about 10 flights per day during the winter season.<br \/>\nThe time required is 10 to 15 minutes.<br \/>\nAdvance reservations are required.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E7%9F%B3%E5%9E%A3%E5%B3%B6%E3%81%8B%E3%82%89%E6%97%85%E8%A1%8C%E3%81%A7%E8%A1%8C%E3%81%8F%E3%81%AA%E3%82%89%E3%81%A9%E3%81%A1%E3%82%89%E3%81%8C%E3%81%8A%E3%81%99%E3%81%99%E3%82%81%EF%BC%9F\"><\/span>Which is the best place to travel from Ishigaki Island?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Both Iriomote and Taketomi Islands can be accessed from Ishigaki Island.<br \/>\nIf we dare to choose one or the other, how should we decide?<br \/>\nBoth are so appealing, it's hard to decide.<br \/>\nHere are some of the key points.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E6%B2%96%E7%B8%84%E3%81%AE%E5%A4%A7%E8%87%AA%E7%84%B6%E3%82%92%E6%A5%BD%E3%81%97%E3%81%BF%E3%81%9F%E3%81%84%E3%81%AA%E3%82%89%E8%A5%BF%E8%A1%A8%E5%B3%B6\"><\/span>If you want to enjoy the great nature of Okinawa, Iriomote Island<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>If you want to enjoy the great nature unique to the southern islands, Iriomote Island is the place for you.<br \/>\nThrough a wide variety of activities, visitors can experience the majestic mangroves and dense jungle, and the exhilaration of clear streams.<br \/>\nYou can freely choose and combine the time you want to spend on your tour, from a short tour to a full day.<br \/>\nIriomote Island offers many options and would be perfect for an active trip.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E6%B2%96%E7%B8%84%E3%81%AE%E7%90%89%E7%90%83%E7%8E%8B%E5%9B%BD%E6%99%82%E4%BB%A3%E3%81%AE%E8%A1%97%E4%B8%A6%E3%81%BF%E3%82%92%E3%82%86%E3%81%A3%E3%81%9F%E3%82%8A%E8%A6%B3%E5%85%89%E3%81%AA%E3%82%89%E7%AB%B9%E5%AF%8C%E5%B3%B6\"><\/span>Taketomi Island for relaxing sightseeing in the Ryukyu Kingdom era townscape of Okinawa<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-6383\" src=\"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/S__29090088-640x480.jpg\" alt=\"\u7af9\u5bcc\u5cf6\u306e\u8857\u4e26\u307f\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" \/><br \/>\nIf you like historical landscapes that take you back in time, Taketomi Island is the place for you.<br \/>\nYou will surely be able to take your time to enjoy the old town and forget the hustle and bustle of everyday life.<br \/>\nThe history of the Ryukyu Kingdom, which built its own culture, is still alive today.<br \/>\nTaketomi Island is a good place for a trip that focuses on spending time.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E8%A5%BF%E8%A1%A8%E5%B3%B6%E3%83%BB%E7%AB%B9%E5%AF%8C%E5%B3%B6%E8%A6%B3%E5%85%89%E3%81%AE%E6%B3%A8%E6%84%8F%E7%82%B9\"><\/span>Points to note for sightseeing in Iriomotejima and Taketomi Island<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Here are some points to keep in mind when touring Iriomote and Taketomi islands.<br \/>\nThere will be a number of things that are out of the ordinary on a remote island in the subtropics.<br \/>\nCheck again and enjoy your trip safely.<\/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%99%82%E9%96%93%E3%81%AB%E6%B3%A8%E6%84%8F\"><\/span>Note ferry times.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>When visiting Iriomote and Taketomi Islands, it is important to pay attention to ferry times.<br \/>\nPlan your departure and travel times, as well as your return ferry time, so that you will be in plenty of time for your return trip.<br \/>\nThe timetable changes depending on the time of year, so special attention should be paid if you wish to avoid the peak tourist season.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E6%80%A5%E3%81%AA%E9%9B%A8%E3%81%AB%E6%B3%A8%E6%84%8F\"><\/span>Watch out for sudden rain<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Iriomote and Taketomi Islands have a subtropical climate.<br \/>\nIn this climate zone, you may experience sudden squalls during the rainy season.<br \/>\nIt rains very hard, so it is recommended to prepare a good rain gear.<br \/>\nIn some cases, you may want to consider reconsidering the timing of your trip.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E7%B4%AB%E5%A4%96%E7%B7%9A%E3%81%AE%E5%BC%B7%E3%81%95%E3%81%AB%E6%B3%A8%E6%84%8F\"><\/span>Note the intensity of ultraviolet rays.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The sun is strong on Iriomote and Taketomi Islands, and symptoms such as burns caused by ultraviolet rays may occur.<br \/>\nTo prevent sudden changes in physical condition, please take adequate UV protection with hats, parasols, sunglasses, etc.<br \/>\nAvoiding going out during the noon hour, when ultraviolet rays are stronger, is also helpful.<br \/>\nDo not let your guard down and use sunscreen even on rainy or cloudy days, and reapply frequently.<br \/>\nAlso, be sure to prepare more drinks and hydrate properly to prevent heat stroke.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E8%A5%BF%E8%A1%A8%E5%B3%B6%E3%83%BC%E7%AB%B9%E5%AF%8C%E5%B3%B6%E3%81%AE%E3%83%95%E3%82%A7%E3%83%AA%E3%83%BC%E3%81%AF%E8%A6%81%E4%BA%88%E7%B4%84\"><\/span>Reservations required for Iriomotejima-Taketomi Island ferry.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-6385\" src=\"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/P6135007-640x480.jpg\" alt=\"\u7af9\u5bcc\u6e2f\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" srcset=\"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/P6135007-640x480.jpg 640w, https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/P6135007-1280x960.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/P6135007-320x240.jpg 320w, https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/P6135007-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/P6135007-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/P6135007-2048x1536.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><br \/>\nTo take the ferry between Iriomote Island and Taketomi Island introduced earlier, you need to make a reservation in advance.<br \/>\nSearch for \"Taketomi Passage\" to see the operator's website.<br \/>\nReservations can be made through its website and by phone.<br \/>\nThe timetable and other information is also posted on the website.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E3%81%8A%E5%9C%9F%E7%94%A3%E3%81%AF%E9%80%9A%E8%B2%A9%E3%81%8C%E3%81%8A%E3%81%99%E3%81%99%E3%82%81%EF%BC%81\"><\/span>Mail order is recommended for souvenirs!<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-9394\" src=\"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/istockphoto-1455739518-612x612-1-e1693973447244.jpg\" alt=\"\u30b9\u30de\u30db\" width=\"640\" height=\"479\" srcset=\"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/istockphoto-1455739518-612x612-1-e1693973447244.jpg 543w, https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/istockphoto-1455739518-612x612-1-e1693973447244-320x239.jpg 320w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>There are no big shopping malls on either Iriomote or Taketomi islands,<span style=\"background: linear-gradient(rgba(255, 255, 102, 0) 60%, #ffff66 60%); font-size: 16 px;\"><strong>There are no souvenir shops called souvenir shops.<\/strong><br \/>\n<\/span><br \/>\nSo, if you want to buy souvenirs for yourself or as gifts, we recommend that you buy them by mail order!<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Iriomote and Taketomi islands have fixed ferry times, so you will not be pressed for time if you mail order.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-9395 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/iriomote-pipi.com\/pipicms\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/istockphoto-1336983620-612x612-1.jpg\" alt=\"\u8cb7\u3044\u7269\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" \/><\/p>\n<p>And it doesn't take up valuable time,<span style=\"background: linear-gradient(rgba(255, 255, 102, 0) 60%, #ffff66 60%); font-size: 16 px;\"><strong>There is no need for additional baggage.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>You can buy it online 24 hours a day, whenever you want, so please take a look at the link below!<\/p>\n<div class=\"su-box su-box-style-bubbles\" id=\"\" style=\"border-color:#089b4a;border-radius:5px\"><div class=\"su-box-title\" style=\"background-color:#3bce7d;color:#FFFFFF;border-top-left-radius:3px;border-top-right-radius:3px\">In-store vs. online purchase<\/div><div class=\"su-box-content su-u-clearfix su-u-trim\" style=\"border-bottom-left-radius:3px;border-bottom-right-radius:3px\">\n<div class=\"su-table su-table-alternate\">\n<table style=\"width: 49.272%;height: 138px\">\n<tbody>\n<tr style=\"height: 58px\">\n<td style=\"height: 58px;width: 11.3022%\">\n<p style=\"text-align: center\"><strong><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">over-the-counter (financial)<br \/>\n<span style=\"color: #ff0000\">(Merit)<\/span><\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"height: 58px;width: 35.317%;text-align: left\">You can see the real thing.<br \/>\nYou can ask questions on the spot.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 56px\">\n<td style=\"height: 56px;width: 11.3022%;text-align: center\"><strong>store<br \/>\n<span style=\"color: #0000ff\">(Demerit)<\/span><\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"height: 56px;width: 35.317%;text-align: left\">More baggage.<br \/>\nTime for travel will be allocated.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 56px\">\n<td style=\"height: 56px;width: 11.3022%\">\n<p style=\"text-align: center\"><strong><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">net (hair, netball, etc.)<br \/>\n<span style=\"color: #ff0000\">(Merit)<\/span><\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"height: 56px;width: 35.317%;text-align: left\">You can buy them whenever you want, 24 hours a day.<br \/>\nA wide variety of types of products.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 56px\">\n<td style=\"height: 56px;width: 11.3022%\">\n<p style=\"text-align: center\"><strong><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">net (hair, netball, etc.)<br \/>\n<span style=\"color: #0000ff\">(Demerit)<\/span><\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"height: 56px;width: 35.317%;text-align: left\">It is impossible to see the real thing directly.<br \/>\nShipping costs will be charged.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<p><strong><div class=\"su-button-center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/okinawa-store.com\/\" 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=\"Souvenir Page\"><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> To purchase souvenirs from Yaeyama<br \/>\nHERE!<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E3%81%BE%E3%81%A8%E3%82%81\"><\/span>summary<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>We have introduced sightseeing in Iriomote and Taketomi Islands.<br \/>\nEach has its own unique characteristics and will add to the memories of a wonderful trip.<br \/>\nIn order to make your trip as you envisioned, it is important to gather information and prepare in advance.<br \/>\nPlan well and enjoy the extraordinary world.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>What kind of island is Iriomote Island? Iriomote Island is located in Taketomi-cho, Yaeyama-gun, Okinawa Prefecture. Located about 2100 km southwest of Tokyo, it is covered with subtropical virgin forest. 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