Starry Sky Observation & Jungle Night Tour | Ishigaki island, Okinawa

About this tour

Experience starry sky appreciation and a night jungle walk on Ishigaki Island, Japan’s first certified starry sky reserve. Enjoy the beautiful night sky and subtropical flora and fauna on the Ishigaki Island Night Tour. See many animals and plants that are not found on the Japanese mainland, including the unusual coconut crab.

• Weather permitting, you can enjoy a natural planetarium! 
• Chance to meet tropical nocturnal creatures!

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－Course Information－

• Departure Time: 7:30pm
• Meeting Place: Main entrance of Ishigaki Port Remote Island Terminal (Landmark: a red mailbox)
  Address: Misakicho, Ishigaki, Okinawa 907-0012
• Tour Duration: about 2 hours
• End of Tour: 9:30 pm
• Drop-off Place: On the spot
• Minimum Number of Participants: 2 people

— Itinerary Highlights —

• Starry Sky Observation
  Ishigaki Island, popularly known as “Island of Stars” or “Star Island,” is Japan’s first official “Starry Sky Reserve.” If the weather is clear, you may see the sky full of stars like a still photograph since it is not easily impacted by the jet stream.
• Night Safari
  The night safari allows you to explore the jungle at night. It is also a famous tourist destination, and Ishigaki Island, which is located in the subtropical temperature zone, has a distinct ecosystem. Enjoy looking for subtropical vegetation and animals around the area.
• Natural Planetarium
  Ishigaki Island has few artificial lights at night. Weather permitting, you can enjoy a natural planetarium!
  *Taking photo of the starry sky is not included in the package.