亮点

  • A citizens' parade of dancers and decorated floats through town
  • Live island music and stage performances
  • A closing fireworks display over the harbour

由来与背景

Held each November, Ishigaki Island Festival is the Yaeyama region's largest celebration, gathering islanders and visitors for two days of parades, music and fireworks.

Good to know for visitors

Getting there
About 30 minutes by bus or car from New Ishigaki Airport; the venues are in central Ishigaki near the port. Open directions in Google Maps ↗
Booking & entry
Free to attend — details on the official page (button above).
Language
Mostly in Japanese — a translation app on your phone helps.
Good for
culture seekers, music fans, families

温馨提示

Book flights and accommodation on Ishigaki well ahead — it is peak season and the small island fills up fast.

交通

Shinei Park and central Ishigaki City — Shinei Park, Hamasaki-cho, Ishigaki City, Okinawa

Japan-Event Editorial
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