2025 Yonaguni Travel Guide: Must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transportation routes (updated in May)

You definitely have to make a reservation for dinner on Yonaguni Island! I heard this before and after I went, but it's better to make a reservation🥺💓 ⁡ However, I was wondering where to go before I went, so I'll write it down here. ⁡ ②③ #MoistRollCafe 📍4022-119 Yonaguni-cho, Yaeyama-gun, Okinawa Tel: 0980-87-3130 ⏰ 10:00-17:00 Approx. 500-1000 yen per person ⁡ 🔸A cafe at the #westernmostcafeinJapan. The cakes are really delicious, so I definitely want you to try them🥺 Not only is it a cafe, they also have lunch, and it looked really delicious. (I didn't make a reservation here, but they were nice enough to let me in even though I was there at the last minute) ⁡ ⁡ ④ The pudding I bought at the store was so delicious ⁡ ⑤ Island cuisine #Umikyo 📍 4022-6 Yonaguni, Yonaguni-cho, Yaeyama-gun, Okinawa Tel: 080-5476-2230 ⏰ 18:00~22:00 About 3000 yen per person. (Maybe it depends on if you drink alcohol) ⁡ 🔸 Reservations are required. It's famous and delicious. I was able to walk there from the guesthouse Mosura! They say it's better to order swordfish and harago sashimi, but I really liked the harago 💓 Delicious ⁡ The stars on the way home were so beautiful I walked back to the guesthouse while looking up at the sky. It's really nice. I didn't bring my tripod so it was a bit difficult to take pictures. w ⁡ ⁡ ⑥ #fishingcooperativerestaurant 📍4022 Yonaguni, Yonaguni-cho, Yaeyama-gun, Okinawa Tel: 090-1080-4792 ⏰11:00-14:00 Setmeal: 1000 yen ⁡ 🔸Are you going there?! It's said to be delicious! A restaurant that many people have told me about. Yonaguni is a place where you don't see many people, but I saw the most tourists here (like 5 groups lol) It was delicious☺️ ⁡ ⑦　#douguiwari 📍564 Yonaguni, Yonaguni-cho, Yaeyama-gun, Okinawa Tel: 0980-87-3739 ⏰18:00-0:00 ⁡ 🔸It's an izakaya in a residential area It was pitch black around here, so I walked around with my cell phone light on. But, there are electric lights so you can't see the stars that well. Oh, it was delicious, but it was food ☺️ It was a great place for drinkers because alcohol is cheaper than food and soft drinks. ⁡ ⁡ ⑧Guesthouse Fiesta 📍1080 Yonaguni, Yonaguni-cho, Yaeyama-gun, Okinawa Tel: 080-6499-0740 ⁡ 🔸A very popular guesthouse. There are dorm-type and private rooms, but I stayed in a private room and it was amazing. The balcony and the room were clean, there was alcohol, and the staff were very friendly and kind. I heard rumors from other people saying "That inn was great!" It's such a good inn that I've heard great reviews from other people. ⁡ They'll take you to tourist spots and apparently they'll even send you a boat on a sunny day. ↑I'm sorry, I haven't used this site and I don't know much about it ⁡ #Domestic travel journal #Yonaguni #Yonaguni Island #Okinawa

Yonaguni Island, the westernmost island of Japan✨ There are few people and the sounds are clear. It's in Okinawa, but somehow it doesn't feel like Okinawa. Yonaguni Island is an island where you don't feel the presence of people and it feels like time has stopped. ⁡ It's so small that you can drive around the island in just over an hour. Even when I was sightseeing, I always met the same tourists and said, "We met again," and when I returned to the guesthouse, I said, "Oh! You were staying here! ... However, the sea was beautiful and the waves were cool! ⁡ ③ #Higashizaki Observatory There are almost wild horses walking around Yonaguni Island. They are very friendly and cute, but be careful because they become aggressive when they have children. ⁡ ④⑤Dr. Koto Clinic The hospital where Dr. Koto was photographed. It costs 300 yen to enter. You can pay by credit card or barcode. High tech. ⁡ ⑦Sona Village This was a place where you could feel the presence of people, but it was still quiet. There are a lot of guesthouses. ⁡ ⑧The sky was so wide. ⁡ ⁡ #Domestic Travel Record #Yonaguni #Yonaguni Island #Dannu Beach Public Toilet

Yonaguni Island is the westernmost island of Japan. Therefore, it also has the westernmost cafe in Japan. At Moist Roll Cafe, the westernmost cafe in Japan, they serve memorable creative dishes using ingredients from Yonaguni Island. Cafe time is only available with a roll cake and drink set or a drink alone. Everything was delicious and we had a relaxing time. [Moist Roll Cafe] Address: 4022-119 Yonaguni, Yonaguni-cho, Yaeyama-gun, Okinawa Phone number: 0980-87-3130 Business hours: 11:30-17:00 #Domestic travel #Yonaguni Island #Yonaguni #Okinawa #Okinawa travel #Okinawa sightseeing #Okinawa gourmet #Okinawa cafe

Do you know the TV drama "Dr. Koto Clinic"? The setting is the fictional island of Shikina, but it was actually filmed on Yonaguni Island. The clinic is a tourist spot and you can visit it. It's a little high-tech, and you can pay the entrance fee of 300 yen not only with cash but also with PayPay or credit card, even though it is unmanned. I watched only two episodes of the drama the day before going to Yonaguni Island, but that alone got me excited, so those who watched the drama might be very excited. [Dr. Koto Clinic Location] Address: 3027-1 Yonaguni, Yonaguni-cho, Yaeyama-gun, Okinawa Prefecture Phone number: 050-7117-6200 Business hours: 09:00-18:00 #Domestic travel #Yonaguni Island #Dr. Koto Clinic #Okinawa #Okinawa trip #Okinawa sightseeing #Okinawa trip

Yonaguni horses are a natural monument on Yonaguni Island. You can see them in large numbers on the island, and they are friendly, beautiful, and really cute. They are not afraid of people, so you can approach them and spend time with them. There are several spots on the island where they are likely to appear, one of which is the Higashizaki Observatory/Lighthouse. On a clear day, you can sometimes see Iriomote Island to the east. The lighthouse is a little far from the parking lot, but you can meet the horses while walking. [Higashizaki Observatory] Address: Yonaguni, Yonaguni-cho, Yaeyama-gun, Okinawa Prefecture Open 24 hours #Domestic travel #Yonaguni Island #Yonaguni horse #Okinawa #Okinawa trip #Okinawa sightseeing #Okinawa trip

#SummerWeekendTrip #RemoteIslandTrip This was the most beautiful beach on Yonaguni Island. You can see it from above, so it's easy to take photos. It's a little difficult to get down to the beach in sandals. Address Yonaguni, Yonaguni-cho, Yaeyama-gun, Okinawa Prefecture 907-1801 Access About 8 minutes by car from Yonaguni Airport About 14 minutes by car from Yonaguni Port

#WesternJapan #RemoteIslandTrip Food ordered Marlin marinated rice bowl 1100 yen Bitter melon salad 300 yen I went to Tabigafu, a restaurant at Yonaguni Airport. It's so good value you wouldn't think it was an airport restaurant. I especially recommend the marlin marinated rice bowl Address 4350 Yonaguni, Yonaguni-cho, Yaeyama-gun, Okinawa 907-1801 Access The right end of Yonaguni Airport

#WesternJapan #RemoteIslandTrip The gateway to Yonaguni Island. It's the size of a train station, but the remote island airport vibe tickles the traveler's heart. It's small, but there's a restaurant so you can spend your time comfortably. It's also nice that it's moored offshore so you can see the propeller planes up close. Address 4350 Yonaguni, Yonaguni-cho, Yaeyama-gun, Okinawa 907-1801

Address: Yonaguni Island Atmosphere/Facilities: The setting of the popular drama Dr. Koto Clinic remains as it was. Recommended points: Scenes from the drama will come to mind when you see anything, such as the examination room, waiting room, and bicycles. The sea right next to it is also beautiful! Evaluation: It's worth a visit if you've seen the drama.

I've conquered Cape Soya in the north, Cape Nosappu in the east, Hateruma Island in the south, and finally Yonaguni Island in the west!!!☆ I was so thrilled to have been able to conquer all the edges, and it was such a beautiful place!!! The word "unreal" best describes this place😄🎵 There were heaps of views that I want to see forever!!!❤#breathtakingviews

Yonaguni Island is located on the border with Taiwan. It is an island where the native horse, the Yonaguni horse, lives. There is a drama that was entirely filmed on Yonaguni Island. There is an open set of the Shikina Island Clinic that appears in Dr. Koto's Clinic! Once a year, the drama staff comes to Yonaguni Island to maintain the clinic in preparation for the resumption of filming. The movie was released last year, so I visited when it was in good condition 💡 Inside, there is a reception desk, examination room, on-call room, etc., so it feels like Dr. Koto is really there. 📍: Dr. Koto's Clinic Location 🏝️: Yonaguni Island 💰: 300 yen/person #FuriTabiWinter #Okinawa #OkinawaTrip #OkinawaTourism #YonaguniIsland #Dr.Koto'sClinic

The tour that allows you to see the underwater ruins of Yonaguni Island by boat is characterized by the fact that you can observe the ruins through the glass inside the boat. The tour departs from Kubura Port, ⏰The duration is about 1 hour 💰The participation fee is about 7,000 yen for adults and 4,000 yen for children 📞Reservations can be made smoothly by contacting the local operator in advance. The recommended season is from December to May, when the sea is calm and clear, but the tour may be canceled depending on the sea conditions. And if you are prone to motion sickness, we recommend taking motion sickness medicine! You may be able to see sea turtles and a variety of marine life, and you can enjoy a mysterious sight  . By the way, when I went, the sea conditions were bad and it was a blur lol #0 yen trip November

It takes an hour and a half by plane from the main island of Okinawa. Yonaguni Island is the westernmost point of Japan. It is so close to the border that you can see Taiwan on a clear day. Yonaguni Island is home to the native Yonaguni horses, and there are roads on the ranches. [Major tourist attractions] ・Monument at the westernmost point of Japan (Nishizaki Lighthouse) ・Nama Beach ・Location for Dr. Koto's Clinic ・Tategami Rock ・Gunkan Rock ・Higashizaki Observatory ・Nanta Beach ・Tindahanata [Useful information] ・It is easier to enter the evening dining area if you make a reservation. Also, sometimes reservations are required, so we recommend making arrangements in advance. ・Rental bicycles or cars are easier to get around ・Drive slowly within the ranch [Story] Yonaguni horses live freely and without worrying about people. It doesn't matter if there are cars. My first visit was in October 2023. We rented a car from the airport and traveled around the island in it. On the way, we drove carefully, waiting for herds of horses and crossing the road. We were driving through a ranch to go to the open set of Dr. Koto's "Shikinajima Clinic". The herd of horses moved towards the car, and we were surrounded on all sides. Panic👀 I honked the horn without thinking, and the horses' eyes seemed to become aggressive... I couldn't do anything, and I was running around in circles. I regretted not asking the rental car company how to deal with the situation, and quickly looked for the phone number...🔎 We noticed that there was a car parked a little distance behind ours. But we couldn't get out... Perhaps they thought we couldn't deal with it because they realized that we were renting a car, so we were saved by a local truck. When a child in the passenger seat of a truck in the opposite lane passed by, he touched one of the horses and made a movement as if to move the herd. They kept moving until the horses started to move, and little by little the herd moved away, and we escaped the critical situation 😱 If you are going around Yonaguni Island by rental car, you might want to ask about what to do if you are surrounded by horses when you rent the car. #TravelMemories #YonaguniIsland #YonaguniHorses #Dr.KotoClinic #0YenTravelNovember

Atlantis of Japan Take a photo of the native horse A paradise for divers at Yonaguni Island (与那国島) . Yonaguni Island (Yaeyama Islands) is the westernmost island in Japan The last place to see the sunset in Japan And on this island, we can see Yonaguni horses which are the original native horse breed of Japan that can run freely on the island This is the most remote island in Okinawa Making it quite difficult to travel to But let me tell you.. It's very good, beautiful until you're definitely tired, Oh! . Yonaguni Island is famous for diving with Oh Because it is one of the few places in Japanese waters Where you can see "Whale sharks and Hammerhead sharks" Which are sharks that are rare in the world The chance of seeing them is high during November - April. It is another place that divers from all over the world dream of . And another highlight of diving is.. Mysterious underwater ruins (Yonaguni Monument) Above 10,000 years old, which look like.. Man-made structures such as stairs, pillars and other structures, how did they come about? Some people call this ruin the Yonaguni Monument. Some say that these ruins were formed naturally. Some say that they were man-made. It is still a mystery that is still being explored to this day. . • How to get there Naha Airport --> Yonaguni Airport (about 90 minutes) Ishigaki Airport --> Yonaguni Airport (about 30 minutes) . There are only one to two trips a day to Yonaguni Island from Ishigaki Island and one trip a day from Naha. On Ishigaki Island, there are ferries that go to Yonaguni Island 2 times a week, with the return trip on a different day. The trip takes about 4 hours.

#Okinawa Attractions For tourists seeking the pure natural scenery of Okinawa, Minami Ranch is undoubtedly a rare and great place to go. Located in Okinawa Prefecture, Minami Ranch is a leisure scenic spot that combines the original natural environment with a leisurely and comfortable atmosphere, providing tourists with a unique island experience. The ranch is located in the tranquil hills. From afar, you can see the winding green hills and streams, forming a charming natural picture of the hometown. There are many tall and straight tropical plants planted inside the ranch, and tourists walking through it feel as if they are in a primeval forest. Deep in the pasture, you can see cows leisurely playing by the stream, as well as dairy products made using traditional methods.

Cape Nishizaki is located on the westernmost tip of Yonaguni Island, where a monument marks the westernmost point of Japan. It is an essential sightseeing spot on the island that should not be missed when unlocking travel achievements in Japan. This location is also where one can enjoy the latest sunset in Japan, sinking in the west. From Cape Nishizaki, one can see the westernmost village of Japan named Kubura Village, as well as the endless blue and invincible ocean view. On a clear day, one can even see Taiwan. Most visitors choose to come to Cape Nishizaki at dusk, as it is the spot where the sunset is the latest in Japan. Watching the horizon gradually dyed red by the afterglow, the view of the sunset later than anywhere else in Japan can only be experienced on Yonaguni Island, offering a special moment in time. Cape Nishizaki Address: Kubura, Yonaguni, Yaeyama District, Okinawa Prefecture

I went to Yonaguni Island, the westernmost point of Japan! This time I took a JAL flight I flew from Naha Airport to Yonaguni Airport on a direct flight. I used a rental bicycle that JAL lends out at Yonaguni Airport. I was able to get from Yonaguni Airport to the westernmost point of Japan by bicycle in about 20 to 30 minutes. There was little traffic on the road and not a single pedestrian. It was almost too comfortable to ride. There was a park at the westernmost point, where you could see the rock that marks the westernmost point and the sea. There was also a space 5 minutes walk from the park where horses were on the road, and I experienced a surreal world. It goes without saying The sea was very beautiful! Yonaguni Island, the westernmost point of Japan Why not go and check it out? #westernmostpointofJapan #YonaguniIsland #YonaguniAirport #solotravel #sea #summer

Nishizaki is the westernmost cape on Yonaguni Island. There is a stone tablet marking the westernmost point of Japan. It is a tourist attraction on the island that you cannot miss to unlock your Japan tourism achievements. This place is also a spot where you can enjoy the latest sunset in Japan. From Nishizaki Cape, you can see the westernmost village in Japan called Kubera Village, as well as the endless blue sea view. If the weather is clear, you can even see Taiwan. Most tourists choose to #punch-in Nishizaki at dusk, because this is the latest sunset spot in Japan. Watching the other side of the horizon gradually dyed red by the sunset, the sunset is later than anywhere else in Japan. Only by coming to Yonaguni Island can you experience this special time. Nishizaki Address: Kubera, Yonaguni Town, Yaeyama District, Okinawa Prefecture #Sign up for May Hotel Test Sleeper

#Gourmet Marlin caught in the waters off Yonaguni Island, the westernmost point of Japan. This fisheries cooperative restaurant is open only for three hours at lunchtime at Yonaguni Fishing Port. Their most popular marlin set meal is incredibly delicious. Marlin sashimi and fried marlin. You can enjoy different textures of the sashimi depending on the part of the fish. The raw mozuku seaweed is also fresh and delicious. All this for 1,000 yen is a great deal! This is a restaurant you should definitely visit when you come to Yonaguni Island.

The easiest way to get to Yonaguni Island is by plane. There are flights from Naha Airport and Ishigaki Airport. You can also take a boat, departing from Ishigaki Island on the 25th and returning the next day. This is known as the route in Japan that is most likely to cause seasickness and vomiting. There are two taxis on the island 🚕, you need to be lucky to get one.

I got there on a plane from Ishigaki, and from the moment we landed I was excited by the beauty of the ocean around Yonaguni. My boss at work recommended Rokujo Beach as his favorite beach in the Sakishima Islands, and it was truly beautiful. I guess it's a matter of personal preference, but I prefer Rokujo Beach to Nishihama Beach in Hateruma. The entrance is a little hard to find (second photo), and you have to go further and climb down a cliff (third photo) to reach it. Be careful if you're wearing sandals. It's definitely worth going. #breathtakingview

Yonaguni, the westernmost island of Japan, is a place where beautiful humanity and kindness remain. The sea is rough but beautiful. The green is so vivid it soothes the eyes. If you're really lucky, you can even see Taiwan. It's probably because of this island that the TV drama Dr. Koto was created. #OkinawaTrip

Okinawa Yonaguni Island Japan's westernmost island Yonaguni Island Finally, finally, Japan's westernmost island Yonaguni Island I went on a trip to a remote island so I'll share it! This time, I went to the most popular tourist spot on Yonaguni Island Japan's westernmost monument ✅ Japan's westernmost monument ✅ About 9 minutes by car counterclockwise from Yonaguni Airport I finally reached Japan's westernmost monument! The sense of accomplishment is amazing A place that can only be reached by changing planes three times That's Japan's westernmost monument! The sea seen from here was beautiful as expected #Remote island trip#Yonaguni Island #Keihan Group Campaign #Japan's westernmost monument #Summer weekend trip

Okinawa Yonaguni Island Japan's westernmost island Yonaguni Island Finally, finally, I went to Yonaguni Island, the westernmost island of Japan I've been on a trip to this remote island, so I'll report on it! This time, I went to Agarizaki ✅ Agarizaki ✅About 13 minutes by car from Yonaguni Airport I went to Agarizaki, the easternmost part of the westernmost island of Japan! Here, you can see ✅Agarizaki Lighthouse ✅Yonaguni horses ✅Yonaguni cows There is also the Agarizaki Observatory, but it has decayed and you can't climb it It was a hangout for the horses and cows to avoid direct sunlight! The view is amazing The sea was beautiful from here too! #RemoteIslandTrip#YonaguniIsland #KeihanGroupCampaign #Agarizaki#AgarizakiObservatory #SummerWeekendTrip

Okinawa Yonaguni Island Japan's westernmost island Yonaguni Island Finally, finally, I went to Yonaguni Island, the westernmost island of Japan I've been on a trip to this remote island, so I'll report on it! This time, I went to Rokujo Beach ✅ Rokujo Beach ✅ About 7 minutes by car from Yonaguni Airport You have to turn down a side road along the road, but it might be difficult to find at first glance. I happened to notice a local motorcyclist parked there, but it's hard to find There was a sign, though Then, when I went down the side road there it was! Wow, what a spectacular view❗️ It was a spectacular view that made me wonder what it was However, I couldn't go to the beach. The beach is located at the bottom of a very steep cliff. I was a little scared so I didn't go. But the view from above was enough to satisfy me! #RemoteIslandTrip#YonaguniIsland #KeihanGroupCampaign#RokujoBeach #SummerWeekendTrip

Okinawa Yonaguni Island Japan's westernmost island Yonaguni Island Finally, finally, Japan's westernmost island Yonaguni Island I went on a trip to a remote island, so I'll report on it! This time, I went to Abuhiti Beach ✅ Abuhiti Beach ✅ About 6 minutes by car from Yonaguni Airport It's a beach in a cemetery, so I feel a little embarrassed, but I had to excuse myself and visit Honestly, it was much larger than a 4.5 tatami mat lol But I was very satisfied with the beauty of the sea! If you climb a little rock, the view is even better, and it was amazing! #RemoteIslandTrip#YonaguniIsland #KeihanGroupCampaign#4.5TatamiBeach#AbuhitiBeach #SummerWeekendTrip

Yonaguni Island, Okinawa Yonaguni Island, the westernmost island of Japan Finally, finally, I went to Yonaguni Island, the westernmost island of Japan I took a trip to the remote island, so I'll report on it! This time, I went to Tindabana, a prefecture-designated scenic spot! ✅Tindabana ✅About a 5-minute drive from Yonaguni Airport Tindabana seems to be a huge rock about 100m above sea level This time, I went up close to see it I parked in the parking lot and walked along the promenade. The surrounding area is completely filled with subtropical plants After walking for a while I was able to see the rugged rock surface of the huge rock up close It was very impressive! It must have taken a long time for something like this to be created If you go further in, there is a small observation deck where you can see the whole town. The ocean was visible, the breeze was pleasant, and the scenery was amazing. #Remote Island Trip#Yonaguni Island #Keihan Group Campaign #Tindabana #Summer Weekend Trip

#SummerWeekendTrip #OkinawaTrip #RemoteIslandTrip Ayamihabiru is the dialect name for the moth Yonagunisan, the world's largest moth that was the model for the famous Mothra. In addition to Ayamihabiru, the museum also exhibits reptiles endemic to Yonaguni Island, making it a highly recommended place for those who love reptiles and other animals. Access About a 15-minute drive from Yonaguni Airport