Discover the Rich Heritage at Ishigaki Shiritsu Yaeyama Museum

Getting There

• Car

  If you're driving, start from Ishigaki City Center and head southwest on Route 390. Continue for about 10 minutes until you reach the intersection at Tonoshiro. Turn left onto Route 78, and after about 1 kilometer, you will see signs for Ishigaki Shiritsu Yaeyama Museum. The museum is located at 4-1 Tonoshiro, Ishigaki, Okinawa 907-0004. There is parking available on-site, but please check for any parking fees.

• Public Transportation - Bus

  From Ishigaki City Center, locate the bus stop for the local buses (you can ask locals or look for the 'Ishigaki Bus' signs). Take the bus heading toward Tonoshiro; the ride will take approximately 15-20 minutes. Get off at the 'Tonoshiro' bus stop, which is a short walk from the museum. Follow the signs towards the museum, which is located at 4-1 Tonoshiro. Be sure to check the bus schedule ahead of time, as buses may not run frequently.

• Taxi

  For convenience, you can also take a taxi from any location in Ishigaki City. Simply tell the driver 'Ishigaki Shiritsu Yaeyama Museum' or provide the address (4-1 Tonoshiro, Ishigaki, Okinawa 907-0004). The taxi ride will take about 10 minutes from the city center. Taxi fares typically range from 1,000 to 1,500 yen, depending on your starting point, so make sure to have cash ready.