Kyushu Okinawa
Ishigaki
Japan’s southernmost city, a tropical paradise
Ishigaki is one of the best ports for beginning your journey of Japan.From anchor travel by tender round to Kabira Bay, where the color of the sea changes with the sun and at low tide the coral reef can be viewed from the tender.Admire the exquisite Black Pearls that are cultivated in this bay.Tender ashore to take a leisurely early evening stroll around this lively village holiday town, taking in the “island” atmosphere of Japanese handicraft stores and casual dining in this delightful place.
On day two in Ishigaki, we will have you out scuba diving among world-renowned rare blue coral and witnessing giant manta rays at play
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Kabira Bay one of only two places in Japan where they cultivate black pearls
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Kabira Kannon Temple on top of the hill nearby the observation point of Kabira Bay
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Fusaki Beach calm and safe sandy beach on the western edge of the island
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Manata The mantas congregate in the summer months around Kabira Bay
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Ishigaki Beef perfect place for breeding wagyu -- Japanese cattle famed for their excellent meat.
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Shisa traditional cultural artifact derived from Chinese guardian lion
Cruising Maps
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Amami
A haven of sea and sand
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Beppu
A group of eight hot spring towns
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Fukuoka & Omuta
Friendly people, fantastic ramen, Japan’s biggest festival
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Goto Retto
Marine playground and former haven of secret Christianity
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Iki
The island of gods, a connecting bridge since ancient times
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Iriomote
The Galapagos of the East
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Ishigaki
Japan’s southernmost city, a tropical paradise
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Kagoshima/Ibusuki
Naples of the East ~ home to the great volcanoes
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Karatsu
castles, caves, ceramic art and a day at the beach
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Koshiki Retto
Wild natural islands with rugged cliffs and untouched bays
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Miyako
A peaceful island in the sun for watersports, cycling and golf
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Nagasaki
A vibrant port city full of color and international flair
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Okinawa
Distinct island culture born of the age of Rukyu Kingdom
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Setouchi
Unspoiled nature and Unique Culture
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Taketomi
A time capsule of traditional Ryukyu culture and architecture
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Yakushima
The country's first UNESCO World Heritage site, home to the best natural wonders
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Yonaguni
The last place in Japan to see the setting sun
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Zamami
Unspolied paradise in an emerald blue sea