西表島への行き方徹底解説｜どこにある？日帰りで楽しめる？フェリーでのアクセス方法を現地スタッフが紹介
Table of Contents
- 1 The shortest way to get there from Ishigaki Island! One-day trip to Iriomote Island Complete Guide to Iriomote Island
- 2 西表島への行き方・港・基本情報のよくある質問（FAQ）
- 3 Where is Iriomote Island? How to get there from Ishigaki Island!
- 4 Two ports in Iriomote Island Where are "Uehara Port" and "Ohara Port"? What is the difference?
- 5 Points to know before going to Iriomote Island! Points to know before using ferry
- 6 How to move around the island in Iriomote Island
- 7 Iriomote Island can be visited on a day trip!
- 8 Recommended for day trip sightseeing! Iriomote Island Tour with Ferry Ticket
- 9 summary
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The shortest way to get there from Ishigaki Island! Enjoy yourself on a one-day trip☆.
Complete Guide to Iriomote Island Access
It is the second largest in Okinawa Prefecture after the main island of Okinawa,90% of the island is jungleIriomote Island, one of the Yaeyama Islands, with features covered withThe following is a list of the most common problems with the "C" in the "C" column.
In this issue.How to get to Iriomote IslandAn overview of theHere are some of the places you can enjoy even a day trip from Ishigaki Island. You can also enjoy a day trip from Ishigaki Island, so please check it out!
◆If you are considering a trip to Ishigaki Island or Iriomote Island
◆For those who want to know about the situation of airplanes (direct flights) and ferries to Iriomote Island.
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西表島への行き方・港・基本情報のよくある質問（FAQ）
石垣島から西表島まではフェリーで約40〜50分が目安。行き先の港（上原港・大原港）や海況によって所要時間が前後します。
繁忙期は満席になることもあるため、往復の時刻を事前に確認し、フェリー予約ページからの事前予約is recommended.
Uehara Portは浦内川・星砂の浜・ピナイサーラの滝など北部の観光に近い一方、北風の影響で冬場は欠航しやすいis a feature of this product.
Ohara Portは仲間川・由布島など南部の観光に近く、比較的運航が安定The company is doing so.
参加するツアーの集合場所に合わせて港を選ぶのが基本で、上原航路が欠航の場合は大原港経由の連絡バスが出ることもあります。
沖縄本島からは離れていますが、行政区分上はTaketomi Town, Yaeyama County, Okinawa Prefectureにあたり、八重山列島のひとつです。
Ishigaki Island is the most common base for access.
沖縄県では沖縄本島に次いで2番目に大きい島ながら、島の約9割をジャングルが占めるため、
複数の集落に人々が点在し、大自然と共にある穏やかな島時間が流れています。
「西（いり）」は八重山の言葉で“太陽が沈む西の方角”を意味し、地名の由来になっています。
商店や売店はありますが数が限られ、営業時間も短めです。
飲み物・軽食・現金（小銭）などは、石垣島で事前に準備しておくと安心です。
Where is Iriomote Island?
Learn how to get there from Ishigaki Island!
Iriomote Island is about 400 km southwest of Okinawa Island, as shown in the map above.Approximately 18 km west of Ishigaki Islandposition.
It is also known as the "Galapagos of the East" because of its unique ecosystem, including the Iriomote wildcat. You can only see them here.Endangered species and natural monumentsare numerous and have been registered as a World Natural Heritage site.
Below you will find a detailed description of Iriomote Island's features and various experiences.
There are no flights (direct flights) to Iriomote Island!
Access by ferry from Ishigaki Island
The Yaeyama Islands is the collective name for a group of islands located in the southwesternmost part of Okinawa Prefecture, with Ishigaki Island at its center, dotted with islands of rich individuality. Among themOnly Ishigaki Island (New Ishigaki Airport) has an airport.It is.
Therefore, if you are going to Iriomote Island, Taketomi Island, Kohama Island, Hateruma Island, Yonaguni Island, and other remote islands, you mustAlways via Ishigaki IslandThe following is a summary of the results of the project.
Click here to book ferry tickets on the web.
How to get to Ishigaki Island
Since Iriomote Island cannot be reached directly by air, you must first head to Shin-Ishigaki Airport.
There are direct flights to Ishigaki Island from Tokyo (Haneda/Narita), Osaka (Kansai), Nagoya (Centrair), Fukuoka, and Okinawa (Naha). (* Information as of 2025)
If you take advantage of LCCs and sales.There are airline tickets under 10,000 yen one-way.So, it is now possible to easily travel to Ishigaki Island from Tokyo or Osaka by direct flights.
How to get to Ishigaki Port Terminal
Upon arrival at Shin-Ishigaki Airport, drive to Ishigaki Port Terminal, the port of Ishigaki Island.
From Shin-Ishigaki Airport to Ishigaki Port Terminal, you can take a bus, a rental car, or a cab.
The trip takes about 25 minutes by car or 35-45 minutes by local bus.
Buses are,Higashi Unyu Co. and Currie Tourismis available.
Fee: 540 yen (as of March 2025)
Duration: 35 to 45 minutes
Official site:Higashi Unyu
◆Curry TourismDirect flights from the airport to the port
Fee: 500 yen (as of March 2025)
Time required: 30 minutes
Official site:Curry Tourism
If you are planning a trip based on Ishigaki IslandCar rental is recommended.It is. Paid parking is available at the remote island terminal.
Click here to see why we recommend renting a car on Ishigaki Island.
There is a bus stop on the left outside the main lobby and a cab standby area near the front of the building. The cab fare is about 3,000 yen.
Talking with friendly island cab drivers about various topics is one of the pleasures of traveling.
About Ishigaki Port Location
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From Ishigakijima Island Terminal
To Iriomote Island by ferry
From Ishigakijima Island Remote Islands Ferry Terminal, there are two routes to Iriomote Island, one to Uehara Port and the other to Ohara Port.The time required is approximately 40 to 50 minutes.It is.
Fees will range from 2,000 yen to 3,000 yen one way.
Ishigakijima Remote Island Terminal is called "the gateway to Yaeyama" and operates ferries not only to Iriomote Island but also to Taketomi Island and Kohama Island.
Therefore, the ferry counter is very crowded during the GW and summer vacation seasons. To avoid missing the flight you want to takeIt is recommended to book ferry tickets in advance.It is.
Two ports in Iriomote Island
Where is "Uehara Port" and "Ohara Port"? What is the difference?
Uehara Port is located in the north and Ohara Port in the southeast, about 50 minutes away by car.
The Uehara Passage isOften cancelled due to northerly windsHowever, depending on the ship, a bus may be available from Ohara Port to Uehara Port.
| Uehara Port | Ohara Port | |
|---|---|---|
| the time required | From Ishigaki Island Approx. 45-50 min. |
From Ishigaki Island Approx. 40-45 min. |
| one-way fare | Approx. 2,500 yen and up Around 3,000 yen |
Approx. 2,000 yen and up Around 2,500 yen |
| feature | Northwest side of Iriomote Island Easy to be affected by winds and cancellations |
Southeast side of Iriomote Island Close to tourist attractions, mainly in the southern part of the island. |
| tourist attraction | Urauchi River Star Sand Beach Hinai River |
Nakama River Yubu Island |
The gateway to great nature activities!
Basic Information on Uehara Port, Iriomote Island
The Uehara Port area is close to Pinaisara Falls and Sangala Falls,Often a meeting place for activitiesIt is.
Access: 45 minutes by boat from Ishigaki Port
Parking: Available
Toilet: Yes
↓arrow (mark or symbol)Around Uehara PortClick here for recommended activities in
Stable access and peace of mind! Convenient for sightseeing in Yubu Island
Basic Information on Ohara Port (Nakama Port), Iriomote Island
Ohara Port offers convenient access to Nakama River mangrove tours and Yubu Island sightseeing.
Access: 40 minutes by boat from Ishigaki Port
Parking: Available
Toilet: Yes
↓arrow (mark or symbol)Ohara Port AreaClick here for recommended activities in
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Notes on how to get to Iriomote Island!
Points to know before using the ferry
To get to Iriomote Island, you will have to take an airplane and a ferry, but the charm of Iriomote Island is that you can enjoy the transportation itself as a part of your trip.
By understanding the flow of the event in advance, anxiety and loss of time on the day of the event can be greatly reduced.
Approximate number of ferry services and travel time
It takes about 40 to 50 minutes from Ishigaki Island to Iriomote Island by ferry. The number of flights is relatively large, and several services are operated mainly in the morning.
However, the number of buses and hours of operation vary from port to port,Select flights according to your destination and the tours you plan to participate in.is important.
Be aware of flight cancellations and delays due to weather
Ferries to Iriomotejima are easily affected by wind and waves. Especially in winter or on days when the weather is unstable, it is not unusual for the ferry to be canceled or its destination to be changed.
The day before and the day ofAlways check flight statusThe key to a safe and enjoyable trip is to plan ahead and allow plenty of time for alternate routes and time.
↓Click here to read an article about the weather in Iriomote Island.
Scheduling for day trips is important.
When enjoying Iriomote Island by day trip, the biggest point is "time management". If you miss the last ferry, you will have to stay overnight on the island,Acting on the basis of return flightsThe ironclad rule is to
Advance preparation is the key to a successful day trip to Iriomotejima.
Includes ferry ticket
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How to move around the island in Iriomote Island
Iriomote Island is the second largest island in Okinawa,50 minutes by car between Uehara Port and Ohara PortIt will take
Buses are infrequent, so renting a car or a motorcycle is recommended for transportation around the island. Cabs are also available, although not many.
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If you join a tour with pick-up and drop-off, you can enjoy the area without renting a car.
After enjoying canoeing and canyoning at the waterfalls around Uehara Port, you can use the transportation to go sightseeing on Yubu Island, which is not far from Ohara Port, and then return to Ishigaki Island.We recommend making good use of tour transfers.It is.
↓arrow (mark or symbol)with a shuttle serviceClick here for recommended tours
Iriomote Island can be visited on a day trip!
Iriomote Island is surprisingly close, only 40 to 50 minutes by ferry from Ishigaki Island, which is another attraction.
You don't have to give up just because you have to stay overnight in Ishigaki Island. You can have a full day of fun even if it is a day trip!
furthermoreTour with round-trip ferry ticket from Ishigaki IslandThen, you don't have to worry about transportation, and all participants can enjoy a fun and affordable experience.
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Recommended for day-trippers!
Iriomote Island Tour with Ferry Ticket
Popular among day-trippers is a set plan that combines a "ferry ticket" and "activity" together.
No need to purchase a separate ferry ticket, plus ferry and activityCheaper than booking eachYou can enjoy Iriomote Island!
Since a ferry ticket is required to go to Iriomote Island, we recommend you to get a great deal with a set price☆.
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summary
We have provided an overview of how to get to Iriomote Island, with its pristine nature, its features, and how to enjoy it.
If you have any questions about how to board the ferry or how crowded it is, please feel free to contact us.
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