[10% Discount] Ishigaki Yaima Village Admission Ticket & Experience Plan | Purchase Online | Instant Booking
- Tour the houses designated as national tangible cultural properties
- You can encounter squirrel monkeys, water buffalo, and crested eagles
- Enjoy the Ie Ashibi (sanshin show) four times a day
Attraction Tickets
| Ticket type | E-ticket (requires redemption) |
| Exhibit type | Traditional culture exhibits |
| Attraction type | History & culture, Theme parks, Traditional house experience |
| Tour types | None |
Product Info
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- Located on a hill overlooking the scenic Nagura Bay on Ishigaki Island, Ishigaki Yaima Village is Japan's southernmost theme park, recreating the charming old-fashioned houses of the Yaeyama Islands against a backdrop of abundant nature. The village features a water buffalo pond, a crested serpent eagle conservation enclosure, and a squirrel monkey park. Visitors can also observe rare flora and fauna on a tour of Nagura Anpal, a Ramsar Convention site registered in 2005. After exploring the village, take a break at the Anpal Restaurant in the Nagura Drive-in and enjoy delicious local cuisine and shopping.
- Shisa Painting Experience: Using quick-drying acrylic paints, you'll paint unglazed Shisa statues. Create your own original Shisa with colors and expressions entirely up to you! This activity is enjoyable for everyone from young children to adults. As we use quick-drying acrylic paints, you can take your creation home the same day. Choose from a single (male or female) or a pair (male and female).
- Star Sand Art Experience: Create your own original artwork by filling small bottles with star-shaped "star sand" and colorful sands. This activity is enjoyable for children and adults alike. The colorful and cute star sand art makes a perfect souvenir or memento of your trip.
- Experience the Ryukyu culture with beautifully colored Bingata (Okinawan dyed textile) costumes and feel like a local islander! Enjoyable for children and adults alike. Men's costumes are also available. Taking photos with your own camera is welcome. Create wonderful travel memories!
Rows of good old houses
You can interact with squirrel monkeys
The sound of the sanshin resonates throughout the room.
A panoramic view of Ishigaki Island's famous Nagura Bay
Shisa coloring experience: Color using quick-drying acrylic paints
Shisa coloring experience
Star sand art experience: Fill a small bottle with star sand and colored sand to create an original piece of art
Star sand art experience
Ryukyu costume experience: Take a commemorative photo wearing a beautifully colored bingata!
Purchase Notice
- If you cancel your unused ticket after the designated date or if your reservation time has passed, your reservation will be cancelled and no refunds will be given. If you are unable to attend, please contact KKday customer service by 4:00 PM the day before your visit. *No cancellation fees will be charged if the park is closed due to force majeure, such as natural disasters.
[Shisa coloring experience/star sand art experience]
- This experience takes place inside Nagura Drive-In (an area where no entrance fee is required for Ishigaki Yaima Village).
- If you wish to enter Ishigaki Yaima Village, please purchase a separate entrance ticket.
[Ryukyu costume experience]
- This experience will be held at Ohama Residence in Ishigaki Yaimamura Village. A separate village admission ticket must be purchased.
Includes/Excludes
- Consumption tax
- Village entrance fee (applicable only to the Village entrance ticket plan)
- Shisa coloring experience (depending on the plan selected)
- Star sand art experience (depending on the selected plan)
- Ryukyu costume experience (depending on the selected plan)
- Village entrance fee (applicable only if you select the experience plan)
Redemption Location
Ishigaki Yaima Village Ticket Office
Address Info: 967-1 Nagura, Ishigaki CityMonday 09:00 - 17:30
Tuesday 09:00 - 17:30
Wednesday 09:00 - 17:30
Thursday 09:00 - 17:30
Friday 09:00 - 17:30
Saturday 09:00 - 17:30
Sunday 09:00 - 17:30
How to Redeem Your Voucher
How to Use Your Voucher
- Please present your QR code on-site
Voucher Redemption Period
- The voucher must be redeemed on the selected date and within operating hours; Invalid after expiration
Validity Period
- The voucher must be used on the selected date and within operating hours; Invalid after expiration
Experience Location
Location Name: Ishigaki Yaima Village
Address: 967-1 Nagura, Ishigaki CityCancellation Policy
- Cancellations 2 day(s) (inclusive) before the selected date are allowed. Unused orders can be canceled for free
- Cancellation is not allowed between 0–1 days from the selected date. Orders cannot be canceled or modified, and refunds will not be granted.
- Due to time zone differences, the confirmed cancellation date is based on the supplier’s local time. Please allow 2–5 business days to process your cancellation request, after which the cancellation fee will be charged according to the product’s cancellation policy. Once your refund request is confirmed, KKday will initiate the refund to your original payment method within 15 days. The actual refund timing depends on your card-issuing bank’s policy.
FAQ
1. Can visitors encounter squirrel monkeys at Ishigaki Yaima Village?
Yes, Ishigaki Yaima Village features a dedicated Squirrel Monkey Garden where visitors can observe and interact with these lively animals up close. It's a highlight of the village, offering a unique wildlife experience within a natural setting.
2. What are the recommended transportation options to reach Ishigaki Yaima Village?
Ishigaki Yaima Village is accessible by car or local bus. From Ishigaki Airport, it's approximately a 20-30 minute drive. If taking the bus, you can board a local bus heading towards Nagura and alight at the 'Yaima Village Mae' stop, which is conveniently located directly in front of the village entrance. Taxis are also readily available across the island.
3. What cultural experiences and traditional houses can I explore at Ishigaki Yaima Village?
Ishigaki Yaima Village showcases well-preserved traditional Yaeyama houses, some of which are designated as national tangible cultural properties, allowing you to learn about local life and architecture. Visitors can also enjoy the 'Ie Ashibi' sanshin show, which presents traditional Okinawan music and dance, offering an immersive cultural experience.
4. Beyond squirrel monkeys and traditional houses, what other unique attractions can visitors find at Ishigaki Yaima Village?
In addition to the squirrel monkey garden and traditional houses, Ishigaki Yaima Village also features a buffalo pond, where you can observe water buffalo, and a protection cage for crested eagles. Furthermore, there is a designated tour course leading to Nagura Amparu, a natural mangrove forest, providing diverse nature and wildlife observation opportunities.
5. What natural landscapes or marine-related activities are near Ishigaki Yaima Village, such as Nagura Bay or mangrove forests?
Ishigaki Yaima Village is beautifully situated on a hill overlooking the scenic Nagura Bay. The village itself offers a tour course to Nagura Amparu, a pristine mangrove forest, allowing visitors to explore this significant ecosystem. While the village doesn't offer direct marine activities like swimming, it provides a gateway to observe important local natural landscapes.
6. What is the 'Ie Ashibi' sanshin show at Ishigaki Yaima Village, and how often can I experience it?
The 'Ie Ashibi' sanshin show at Ishigaki Yaima Village is a vibrant traditional Okinawan musical performance. It features the sanshin, a three-stringed instrument, along with local songs and dances, offering a deep dive into Yaeyama culture. The show is typically performed four times a day, providing visitors with multiple opportunities to enjoy this cultural highlight.
7. What are the best ways to travel from Ishigaki Yaima Village to other popular Ishigaki Island attractions like Kabira Bay?
To explore other popular Ishigaki Island attractions like Kabira Bay from Ishigaki Yaima Village, renting a car is highly recommended for flexibility and convenience. Alternatively, local buses connect various points on the island, though checking routes and schedules in advance is advisable. Taxis are also an option for direct transport; Kabira Bay is approximately a 15-20 minute drive from the village.
8. What is the historical significance of the traditional Yaeyama houses at Ishigaki Yaima Village?
The traditional Yaeyama houses at Ishigaki Yaima Village are historically significant as they meticulously preserve and recreate the architectural style and way of life from the 'good old days' of the Yaeyama region. Many of these houses are recognized as national tangible cultural properties, offering visitors a unique and authentic connection to Okinawa's rich historical and cultural heritage.
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