Do you need a rental car for sightseeing in Iriomote Island? Notes before renting a car and recommended driving spots!

Is a rental car necessary for sightseeing in Iriomote Island?

Iriomote Island is a large island covering an area of about 290 square kilometers.

Cabs and local buses are available for sightseeing on the island, but if you want to go all out, you can take a cab or a bus.I want to go to the spot where I want to go freely without being tied down by time.Most of you probably think that this is a good idea.

If you want to explore Iriomote Island freely and to the fullest,Rental cars are the best way to travel.It is.

In this issue, we will provide information on the rental car situation in Iriomote Island, as well as some precautions for driving in Iriomote Island!

Click here for a list of rental car plans in Iriomote Island

 

How to get to Iriomote Island

Ferry service from Ishigaki Port Terminal is available from Ishigaki Island to Iriomote Island.

Bound for Uehara Port and Ohara PortThere are two routes, which take about 50 minutes and 40 minutes respectively from Ishigaki Island.

From Uehara Port, Urauchi River is nearby, and from Ohara Port, you can reach spots around Nakama River and Yubu Island.

It takes about 50 minutes by car between each port, so it is best to choose the route according to your sightseeing plans.

Click here to book ferry tickets to Iriomote Island.

 

Introducing the rental car situation in Iriomote Island!
当日貸出しは？予約は必要？乗り捨てOK？

Iriomote Island, a remote island full of sights and attractions. How is the rental car situation?

 

格安でレンタカーを予約したいなら
WEBの事前予約がおすすめ！

During summer, the on-season of Iriomote Island, many tourists visit the island not only from Japan but also from all over the world, so all rental cars are usually rented out on the same day or the day before.

When you decide the date to go to Iriomote Island,Rent a car as soon as possible.Make a Web Reservationis recommended.

送迎付きのレンタカー会社や港での乗り捨て可能な会社もあるので、用途に合わせて選びましょう。

↓Car rental plans can be booked through ↓Tours

 

Cost of Car Rental in Iriomote Island

The market price for car rental in Iriomote Island is,Approx. 5,000 yen per day for a light carIs. (as of September 2024)

For vehicles between 1000㏄ and 1500㏄, the price is 7,000-10,000 yen, and for 2000㏄ and up, the price is 12,000 yen.

In addition, there are separate charges for exemption from liability and when leaving the vehicle.

 

西表島レンタカーの選び方のポイント

西表島でレンタカーを選ぶポイントを以下にまとめました！

西表島には「上原港」「大原港」2つの港があるので、利用予定の港近くのショップでレンタカーを借りましょう。

 

Recommended car rental stores in Iriomote Island

それでは2つの港のエリア別におすすめのレンタカーショップをご紹介します！

↓ Click here for plans regarding Iriomote Island's harbor.

 

Car rental store near Uehara Port

Yamaneko Rent-a-Car Uehara Office

◆Address:984-57 Uehara, Taketomi-cho, Yaeyama-gun, Okinawa, Japan
◆Access: 5 minutes walk from Uehara Port
◆Opening Hours:8:00-18:00

 

Hoshisuna Rent-a-Car Iriomotejima Uehara Office

◆Address:423 Uehara, Taketomi-cho, Yaeyama-gun, Okinawa, Japan
◆Access: Pick-up service is available.
◆Opening Hours:8:00-18:00

 

Iriomote Island Island Service Kukai

◆Address:934 Iriomote, Taketomi-cho, Yaeyama-gun, Okinawa
◆アクセス：上原港からタクシーで15分、Pick-up service is available within the western area (Shirahama~Funaura)
◆Opening Hours:8:00-18:00

 

Car rental store near Ohara Port

Yamaneko Rent-a-Car Ohara Office

◆Address:201-109, Minami-fumi, Taketomi Town, Yaeyama County, Okinawa, Japan
◆ Phone:0980-85-5111
◆Access: 5 minutes by car from Ohara Port (pick-up service available)
◆Opening Hours:8:00-18:00

 

Orix Rent-A-Car Iriomotejima Ohara Branch

◆Address:201-204, Minami-fumi, Taketomi Town, Yaeyama County, Okinawa, Japan
◆Access: 1 minute walk from Ohara Port
◆Opening Hours:8:00-18:00

 

Tink Rent a Car

◆Address:203, Minamikazumi, Taketomi Town, Yaeyama District
◆Access: Pick-up service is available.
◆Opening Hours:8:00-18:00

 

I would like to go privately with a rental car!
Recommended Driving Spots in Iriomote Island

If you can rent a car safely, let's enjoy the island as soon as possible! Here are some recommended spots in Iriomote Island.

Click here for a list of rental car plans in Iriomote Island

 

①星砂の浜（星砂ビーチ）

Hoshi-suna Beach is a popular spot in Iriomote Island.Star-shaped sandIt is so called because it has

There are many rocky areas, and except for the crevices between the rocks, colorful fish can be observed close at hand.

The waves are calm,snorkelingFor those who want to enjoy theRecommended for trips with children.Oh my god!!!

↓ Near Star Sand Beach! Recommended plan is here↓.

 

②由布島（ゆぶじま）

Yubu Island can be reached by purchasing a ticket at the "Traveler's Station," located about 20 minutes by rental car from Ohara Port, and then leisurely crossing in a buffalo cart.

The entire island is a botanical garden with subtropical trees and flowersThe company is now in the process of

Instead of renting a car, we recommend a tour that includes canoeing or SUP!

↓Click here for recommended plans related to Yubu Island.

 

③大見謝川

大見謝川（オオミジャ川）は上原港からレンタカーで約10分のところにある川で、川近くまで降りることができ、魚をはじめ色々な生き物を見ることができます。

ダイナミックな景観を利用し、大見謝の滝でのcanyoningなどのアクティビティも人気です！

↓Click here for recommended plans related to the Omi River.

 

④大見謝ロードパーク

大見謝川と一緒に訪れたいスポット、大見謝ロードパーク。マングローブ林に遊歩道が整備され、間近に様々な動植物を見ることができます。

展望台からも景色も見所です。

 

⑤ユツン川（ユツンの滝）

ユツンの川は2022年5月15日世界の果てまでイッテQ！で出川女子会コーナーで紹介されました。

上原港から車で約20分ほどで河口まで到着。初めての方はツアーに参加してガイドの案内で行くのがおすすめです。

↓ ユツン川（滝）含むプランはこちら ↓

 

⑥マリユドゥの滝

マリユドゥの滝へは上原港から車で約10分ほどです。日本の滝100選にも選ばれ、三段になっている点が特徴的です。

30分程登ると展望台があります。近くにカンピレーの滝という滝もあり、浦内川遊覧船でこの2つをまわるコースが一般的です。

↓ マリユドュの滝含むおすすめプランはこちら ↓

 

⑦イダの浜

上原港から車で約30分で行けるイダの浜は、トリップアドバイザー2018年『日本のベストビーチ』で第6位に選ばれるほど美しいビーチです。

遠浅なのでお子様連れでも安心です。アクティビティの参加もおすすめです♪

↓ イダの浜含むおすすめプランはこちら ↓

 

⑧ピナイサーラの滝

西表島を代表する滝「ピナイサーラの滝」は、沖縄県で最も落差の大きい滝ですThe following is a list of the most common problems with the "C" in the "C" column.

カヌーでマングローブの中をクルーズして滝への入り口に行き、カヌーを降りてトレッキングで滝つぼを目指すツアーが人気です。

ドライブ中、海中道路からも眺めることができます。

↓ ピナイサーラの滝についてもっと詳しく ↓

↓ ピナイサーラの滝含むプランはこちら ↓

 

⑨うなりざき公園

上原港から車で約10分のところにある公園です。遊具などもあり、のんびりするのにおすすめ。

近くには綺麗なぜんべいビーチもあります。サンセットや星空観測におすすめのスポットでもあります。

 

⑩西表野生生物保護センター

西表野生生物保護センターは、西表島に生息する希少な動植物や、Iriomote wildcat conservation activitiesについて学べる施設です。

大人も子どもも楽しめる内容で、雨の日の観光にもおすすめ。所要時間は30分〜1時間ほどです。

 

レンタカー以外の移動手段は？

西表島をレンタカー以外で楽しむ方法をご紹介します。

ちなみに、2025年5月現在、西表島のタクシー会社は全て休業中It is.

Click here to read the article in conjunction with this one.

 

路線バス

西表島では、西表交通株式会社が路線バスを運行しています。

大原港のさらに少し南、日本最南端のバス停「豊原」から西部の「白浜」まで約1時間40分、1日4本のバスが走っています。

時刻表や最新情報は公式サイトをチェックしてください。

 

レンタルバイク・スクーター

バイクがお好きならレンタバイクもおすすめ！屋根付きの3輪バイクなら急な雨でも安心です♪

遠くに見える石垣島、マリンブルーの海、サンサンと輝く太陽。島風を受けていざ出発！

レンタバイク料金は1日2,000～5,000 yen is the market price.

おすすめレンタバイクプランはこちら↓

 

レンタサイクル

西表島の上原港・大原港、両方の港近くにレンタサイクルショップがあります。

自転車での移動は自由度が高く、気軽に、時間を気にせず島の美しい風景を堪能できて気分爽快！

ただし、坂道もあるので体力に自信のある方におすすめです。

↓Click here to read the article.

 

送迎付きツアーに参加する

80% of the visitors to Iriomote Island are day-trippers.

If you want to make the most of your limited time & enjoy mainly activitiesParticipation in a tour with transportation is recommended!

You can enjoy the charms of Iriomote Island in a day trip without renting a car.

↓Click here to read the article.

 

The best deal by far! Ishigaki Island⇄Iriomote Island
3 recommended tours with round-trip ferry

If you choose the plan that includes a round-trip ferry ticket from Ishigaki Island to Iriomote Island, you don't need to rent a car.This is definitely more economical than making reservations at each of them!

Here are three recommended day trip packages that include ferry tickets♪

 

Popular "Yubu Island" Sightseeing & Tourist Information
Mangrove SUPor Canoe Tour

Riding SUP or canoe in the great nature of Iriomote IslandMangrove forest walkand very popular.Sightseeing on Yubu IslandThis is a greedy plan in which you can enjoy

Recommended for those who want to enjoy plenty of variety.The choice of canoeing or SUP is also a nice feature.

↓Click here for more information about ↓SUPor Canoe Tour

 

The big classic! Mangrove SUP or Canoe
Half Day Course

Iriomote Island, the largest in Japan.Standard tour to enjoy mangrove forest by SUP or canoeIt is. Here, too, you can choose between SUP or canoe.

It takes 5 to 6 hours, so if you sign up for the one departing Ishigaki Port in the morning, you can relax in Ishigaki Island in the afternoon.

It is recommended to enjoy with small children.

↓Click here for more information about SUPor Canoe Plan.

 

Barras Island Snorkeling &
Yubu Island" Buffalo Car Tour

Barras Island, known as the "Miracle IslandThis plan allows you to enjoy snorkeling and two "islands" of "Yubu Island" at

The sea around Barras Island is "It is called "Shihsi Lagoon.One of the largest and most beautiful coral reefs in JapanThis is the point at which the

Enjoy the beauty of the island together with Yubu Island!

↓Barasu Island & Yubu Island Sightseeing Tour

See more Iriomote Island recommended tours

 

西表島でレンタカーを利用する際の
Frequently Asked Questions

西表島でレンタカーを利用する際のよくある質問をまとめました。

Click here for a list of rental car plans in Iriomote Island

 

免責補償とは何ですか？

免責補償制度（CDW）とは、レンタカーを借りるときに有料で追加することのできる補償制度で、借りたレンタカーに何かあったとき、修理費用の一部を自分で払う必要がなくなるものです。

加入は任意ですが、万が一のこともあるので加入しておくのがおすすめです。

 

台風で飛行機が欠航になった場合は？

台風や天災などで飛行機が欠航した場合は、キャンセル料がかからないことがほとんどです。

予約時に確認しましょう。

 

レンタカーの予約はいつから可能？

レンタカーの予約は、利用日の3ヶ月前から受け付けているショップが多いです。

特に観光シーズンに旅行予定の場合は、早め早めに予約しましょう！

Click here for a list of rental car plans in Iriomote Island

 

Cautions for driving in Iriomote Island

The great nature of Iriomote Island is very attractive to travelers.

However, the rare animals that have lived on this island all their lives can be endangered by cars.

From here,Cautions for driving in Iriomote IslandWe will inform you of the following

 

Beware of Iriomote wildcat and other animals!

Iriomote Island is an endangered species ofIriomote wildcat (Prionailurus bengalensis iriomotensis)(Ministry of the Environment's Fourth Red List) is famous for its habitat.

The current population of Iriomote wildcat is approximately 100 animals, and sadly, due to traffic accidents and other factors, the number is decreasing every year.

Iriomote wildcat as well as other wild animals.Increased road killis a problem.

We should be aware that "we are the ones who are intruding," and try to conduct tourism that respects the lives of the island's living creatures.

↓Click here for an article about the Iriomote wildcat.

 

What we can do to protect animals in Iriomote Island

Contact the Iriomote Wildlife Conservation Center if you spot or see a bobcat.

 

summary

We introduced rental cars in Iriomote Island.

Please enjoy the great nature of Iriomote Island 120% while taking care of these things!

↓Click here to read the article.