Introducing starry sky spots and recommended tours on Ishigaki Island!

Date updated: 2025/12/17

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Okinawa ・ Ishigaki Island for, for the first time in Japan starry sky reserve A place certified by there is.
Shining depending on the season Southern Cross or Big Dipper can be observed.

This time Recommended Starry Sky Spots on Ishigaki Island featured.
Together Stargazing tour and starry sky photo tours, activities that you can experience together I will also introduce

Please use this article as a reference and enjoy the starry sky of Ishigaki Island!

table of contents

1 Starry sky of Ishigaki Island
2 Ishigaki Island Starry Sky Season
3 Stargazing spots on Ishigaki Island
4 Ishigaki Island Starry Sky Observation Tour
5 Ishigaki Island stargazing tour ranking
6 Enjoy the starry sky of Ishigaki Island!
7 Editorial department recommended feature articles

Starry sky of Ishigaki Island

Iriomote Ishigaki National Park (Iriomoteishi Gakikokuritsu Koen) for the first time in Japan starry sky reserve A place certified by .
Iriomote Ishigaki National Park Iriomote Island , Ishigaki Island and surrounding coral reef seas and islands Japan's southernmost national park is.

"Light pollution," which makes it difficult to see the stars due to the lighting of houses and street lights in urban areas, is spreading all over the world.

" starry sky reserve (Dark Skyplace Program)” Efforts to protect a dark natural night sky without light pollution It is certified by the world's largest NPO, the International Dark Sky Association (IDA).

Ishigaki Island too " starry sky reserve ” Target area of .
Compared to the city, there are fewer street lights, so you can observe the beautiful stars shining in the night sky.
Ishigaki Island was formulated by the International Astronomical Union You can also see 84 of the 88 constellations It is said that.

Ishigaki Island is located around 24 degrees north latitude. seen in the Southern Hemisphere Southern Cross ” can also be seen!
Cannot be seen in most areas of Japan in the northern hemisphere For," Dreaming of the Southern Cross ” is sometimes called.

Ishigaki Island Starry Sky Season

A family taking pictures under the starry sky and lighthouse of Ishigaki Island Field Nature Ishigaki Island

Ishigaki Island Weather is not sunny every day, but is relatively stable throughout the year.

Typically Astronomical observation Recommended season is winter when the air is clear.
The fine weather rate of Ishigaki Island is Low from November to January , Tend to be high from July to October there is .

Southern Cross is observable at From the end of December to the end of June .
milky way can be seen all year round, but the best time to see it is May to October is.

The stars that can be observed differ depending on the time of year, If you want to see the starry sky of Ishigaki Island for sure, you should visit the starry sky observation from July to October when there is a high rate of fine weather!

Ishigaki Island Stargazing Tour Reservation Rankings

Stargazing spots on Ishigaki Island

banna park

Ishigaki Island A forest park located in the center of banna park ”.
Banna Park is located on Mt. Banna at an altitude of 230m and is a park where you can see the sea.

You can observe the flora and fauna that inhabit the Yaeyama area, and there are attractions such as athletics that you can enjoy with your children. Popular spot for family sightseeing is.

Banna Park, which is about 62 times the size of Tokyo Dome, has four observatories.
Among them, the observatory near the summit " Observatory overlooking the emerald sea is recommended!
From the observatory, you can see the entire Ishigaki Island, and binoculars are also installed. Stargazing Perfect for

A superb view spot where you can enjoy the night view of the city along with the starry sky is.

banna park
Address: 961-15 Ishigaki, Ishigaki City, Okinawa Prefecture

Kabira Bay

Located in the northwestern part of Ishigaki Island, the emerald green sea is dotted with lush islands. Kabira Bay (Kabirawan)”.
A popular spot as the best scenic spot on Ishigaki Island is.

About 300 species of coral and more than 1000 species of tropical fish live in a wide variety of organisms. doing.

You can't swim in Kabira Bay, so you can observe coral and fish from the bottom of the glass-enclosed boat. Glass boat tour or SUP experience is a popular activity.

At night, the stars are reflected on the surface of Kabira Bay, creating a magical world.

during the day Marine activity enjoy the night Stargazing recommended for those who want to is.

Kabira Bay
Address: 934 Kabira, Ishigaki City, Okinawa Prefecture

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Ishigakijima Astronomical Observatory

Equipped with the conditions necessary for starry sky observation, it was built in an optimal location. Ishigakijima Astronomical Observatory ”.
The Ishigakijima Astronomical Observatory is operated by six organizations, including the National Astronomical Observatory of the National Institutes of Natural Sciences, Ishigaki City, and the Ishigaki City Board of Education.

held irregularly Stargazing party , In addition to observing the starry sky with a telescope, he also explains in detail about the moon and planets. .

" 4D2U dome theater , See the universe three-dimensionally with 3D glasses It is a spot where you can do it and also study.

Recommended for those who want to study about celestial bodies and those who want to observe the starry sky in earnest is.

Ishigakijima Astronomical Observatory
Address: 1024-1 Shinkawa, Ishigaki City, Okinawa Prefecture

Cape Hirakubo

Ishigaki Island Located at Hirakubozaki, the northernmost point Hirakubozaki Lighthouse .
There is a lighthouse at the end of the pasture of Japanese black beef, You can overlook the ocean with a large panorama of the Pacific Ocean on the right and the East China Sea on the left. .

Hirakubozaki Lighthouse is about 40km away from the city center, and between Okinawa Because the highest peak of Mt. A popular starry sky spot unobstructed by artificial lights is.

Cape Hirakubo
Address: Hirakubo, Ishigaki City, Okinawa Prefecture

Ishigaki Island Starry Sky Observation Tour

Stargazing tour

Starry Sky Observation Tour Image Ishigakijima Starry Sky Farm

Stargazing tour If you participate in Stargazing under the commentary of a starry sky guide can enjoy .

It is also a certified starry sky sanctuary. shooting star hill is in front of Cape Hirakubo, which we have already introduced. many shooting stars Features!

A sanshin concert held under a sky full of stars is sure to make you forget the hustle and bustle of the city and relax.

【Ishigaki Island】特別な星空ツアー☆国内初のstarry sky reserve平久保半島☆予約者のみ入れる特別な場所→"shooting star hill”☆双眼鏡・三線ライブ・ハンモック・望遠鏡

shooting star hill

Ishigaki Island

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No. 1 starry sky environment in Ishigaki Island! Go to "shooting star hill" which is also a starry sky reserve certified area! Starry sky tour ☆彡The feature is the number of shooting stars! Giant arch of the Milky Way! To be honest, if you don't come this far, you can't see this starry sky. A professional starry sky guide will guide you through the starry sky based on the characteristics of Ishigaki Island. In addition, when the sanshin live song echoes,

Introducing starry sky spots and recommended tours on Ishigaki Island!

Starry sky of Ishigaki Island

Ishigaki Island Starry Sky Season

Stargazing spots on Ishigaki Island

banna park

Kabira Bay

Ishigakijima Astronomical Observatory

Cape Hirakubo

Ishigaki Island Starry Sky Observation Tour

Stargazing tour

Starry Sky Photo Tour

Stargazing and SUP Tour

Stargazing and snorkeling tour

Stargazing × Jungle Night Tour

Stargazing × Limited Time Tour

Ishigaki Island stargazing tour ranking

Enjoy the starry sky of Ishigaki Island!

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