Ishigaki – Iriomote Uehara
Ferry to Okinawa
Ishigaki – Iriomote Uehara
Ferry to Okinawa
Yaeyama Kanko Ferry provides the ferry from Ishigaki to Iriomote Uehara. Ishigaki Iriomote Uehara ferries cost between £30 and £92, depending on ticket details. Prices exclude any service fees. Ferry timetables change seasonally, use our Deal Finder to get live pricing and availability for Ishigaki Iriomote Uehara ferries.
The first Ishigaki Iriomote Uehara ferry typically departs from Ishigaki at around 08:00. The last ferry usually departs at 15:30.
The Ishigaki Iriomote Uehara ferry trip can take around 50 minutes. Sailing times can vary between ferry operators and can be impacted by weather conditions.
There are 26 weekly sailings from Ishigaki to Iriomote Uehara provided by Yaeyama Kanko Ferry. Timetables can change from season to season.
Ishigaki Iriomote Uehara ferry prices typically range between £30* and £92*. The average price is typically £61*. The cheapest Ishigaki Iriomote Uehara ferry prices start from £30*. The average price for a foot passenger is £61*.
Pricing will vary depending on number of passengers, vehicle type, route and sailing times. Pricing is taken from searches over last 30 days and exclusive of service fees, last updated April 25.
The distance between Ishigaki to Iriomote Uehara is approximately 24.7 miles (39.8km) or 21 nautical miles.
No, ferry operators currently do not allow cars to travel on sailings between Ishigaki and Iriomote Uehara.
Yes, foot passengers can travel with Yaeyama Kanko Ferry ferries between Ishigaki and Iriomote Uehara.
Pets are allowed on ferries travelling from Ishigaki to Iriomote Uehara with Yaeyama Kanko Ferry. Please also note that your pet may have to stay in the vehicle during the journey unless the ferry operator supplies pet accommodation.
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| Ishigaki - Iriomote Uehara Route summary | ||
|---|---|---|
| Departure Country | Japan | |
| Destination Country | Japan | |
| No. of Operators | 1 | |
| Operators | Yaeyama Kanko Ferry | |
| Average Price | £53* | |
| Average Daily Sailings | 4 | |
| Average Weekly Sailings | 26 | |
| Average Sailing Duration | 50m | |
| First Ferry | 08:00 | |
| Last Ferry | 15:30 | |
| Distance | 21 nautical miles | |
* Prices subject to change, pricing is taken from last 30 days, last updated 2024-11-05.
Surrounded on all sides by the baby-blue surf of the East China Sea, Ishigaki is the very definition of a paradise island. The second-largest of the volcanic Yaeyama islands in the southernmost reaches of Japan, Ishigaki is blessed with a rear-round warmth, rolling hills covered in lush swathes of tropical woodland, and broad stretches of gold-sand beaches that skirt along the coast. Despite its undeniable appeal, the island has managed to preserve its peaceful and laid-back atmosphere away from the bustle of tourism; it’s soothing soundtrack composed of nothing more than the hum of wildlife and the gentle lapping of waves upon the shore. The island’s rough-shaped coastline is pitted with bays perfect for watersports, with diving, snorkelling and surfing the most popular forms of recreational activity. With much of the surrounding sea protected by a national park, the stunning world beneath the waves thrives with rare marine life. Those who want to view the underwater scene without getting their feet wet can hop on a glass-bottomed boat in Kabira Bay instead. The region’s port is found in Ishigaki city on the south-western coast of the island. It is a lively facility of small jetties and piers neatly separated into small, square inlets that stretch across the seafront. The ferry terminal can be found on the edge of the city’s Misakicho district. It is a relatively large facility with plenty of passenger amenities including an indoor waiting hall; a pay-phone; vending machines selling food and drink; and a busy, on-site taxi-rank. Due to its central city location, travelling to and from the port is simple. Buses and coaches leave from stops directly outside the terminal and whisk passengers to the island’s main sightseeing spots, including the various beach-lined bays and the verdant slopes of Bannadake mountain. Though there are plenty of narrow, rural roads that weave across the heart of the island, the most accessible route for motorists unfamiliar with the local surroundings is the 390 highway. This long roadway passes by the island’s regional airport as it traces Ishigaki’s undulating southern coast. A host of ferry routes currently leave from the city port on a daily basis. Services hosted by Yaeyama Kanko Ferry and Ishigaki Dream Tours sail short journeys west to the ports of Ohara and Uehara on Iriomote Island, as well as to the islands of Taketomi, Kohama, Kuroshima and Hatoma.
The landscape and infrastructure of Uehara of is a juxtaposition from the quintessential image of modern day Japan; the town centre is a quaint collection of shops, cafes and restaurants, bound together by a small, steady stream of tourism mixed with the locals maintaining their simplistic lifestyle. The day tripper and the short term visitor are both catered for by the few amenities in the town; supermarkets sell local produce at a fairly cheap price and there are some fine restaurants serving some traditional Japanese cuisine. The lack of entertainment and landmarks means that many only use Uehara as a layover point before moving on to more popular tourist destinations. However, for anyone longing for a few days amid peace and tranquillity, the relaxed environment is perfect for whiling away the hours.
A couple of rental car companies are in operation around the town, though most choose to walk around the serene surroundings.
