This tour to Iriomote's most remote inhabited region is not meant for the weak hearted. This is a full day of hiking, boat cruising and in the summer swimming & snorkeling. A local guide will lead you through the old mining settlements on Uchibanare Island and WWII caves used by the Japanese military in Funauki Village. The tour includes ferry transportation from Ishigaki Island, all transportation during the tour as well as a delicious lunch made entirely from local produce. The tour costs 17,500 yen for adults for an Ishigaki departure/return. Check with the staff for details on other departures & pricing. *English tour assistants are available to accompany you on the tour at an additional fee.

It is often said that Okinawa people tend to take life slow & easy, this is often referred to as Okinawa Time or when in Yaeyama, Yaeyama Time. If you are looking for a way to enjoy your Yaeyama time why not check out Taketomi Island. It is only a 10 minute ferry ride from Ishigaki and is best enjoyed by a leisurely bike ride.This cycling course includes return ferry, shuttle bus to rental shop and bicycle rental for just 2,900yen!! You may choose your own departure & return times. For complete details talk to our friendly & helpful staff.

This adventure tour will take you canoeing down the Nishita River, trekking through the jungle to the Sangara Waterfalls where you will have free time to enjoy a leisurely Japanese lunchbox (bento) as well as swimming in the falls. *This tour will take you through some rough terrain so you should be physically able as well as properly attired! The cost is 14,500 yen Adult / 11,000 yen Child. Check with the Hirata Tourism Inc. staff for full details.

This tour to Iriomote's most remote inhabited region is not meant for the weak hearted. This is a full day of hiking, boat cruising and in the summer swimming & snorkeling. A local guide will lead you through the old mining settlements on Uchibanare Island and WWII caves used by the Japanese military in Funauki Village. The tour includes ferry transportation from Ishigaki Island, all transportation during the tour as well as a delicious lunch made entirely from local produce. The tour costs 17,500 yen for adults for an Ishigaki departure/return. Check with the staff for details on other departures & pricing. *English tour assistants are available to accompany you on the tour at an additional fee.