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Ferry from Ishigaki to Taketomi

Depending on the season their are usually 10 daily and 63 weekly sailings between Ishigaki and Taketomi. 2 ferry operators provide the ferries from Ishigaki to Taketomi, Yaeyama Kanko Ferry & Ishigaki Dream Tours.Ishigaki Taketomi ferries take around 15 minutes. The ferry costs between $36 and $91, depending on ticket details. Prices exclude any service fees. Ferry timetables change seasonally, use our Deal Finder to get live pricing and availability for ferries from Ishigaki to Taketomi.

What's the ferry schedule from Ishigaki to Taketomi?

The earliest Ishigaki Taketomi ferry typically departs Ishigaki at about 07:30 and the last ferry usually leaves at 17:30.

How long is the ferry from Ishigaki to Taketomi?

Ferries from Ishigaki to Taketomi sail in around 15 minutes. Ferry duration can vary by ferry provider and can be impacted by weather conditions.

Ishigaki Taketomi Ferry Operator Schedules

There is 63 weekly sailings from Ishigaki to Taketomi provided by Yaeyama Kanko Ferry & Ishigaki Dream Tours. Timetables can change from season to season.

Yaeyama Kanko Ferry provide 63 sailings weekly. Ishigaki Dream Tours provide 6 sailings weekly.

How much does the ferry cost from Ishigaki to Taketomi?

The price of a ferry from Ishigaki to Taketomi typically range between $36* and $91*. On average the Ishigaki Taketomi ferry is $45*. The cheapest Ishigaki Taketomi ferry prices start from $36*. The average price for a foot passenger is $45*.

Pricing will vary depending on number of passengers, vehicle type, route and sailing times. Pricing is taken from searches over last 30 days and exclusive of service fees, last updated March 25.

What is the distance from Ishigaki to Taketomi?

The distance between Ishigaki to Taketomi is approximately 4 miles (7km) or 4 nautical miles.

Can I travel on the ferry from Ishigaki to Taketomi with a car?

Unfortunately, cars are not allowed to travel on ferries between Ishigaki and Taketomi.

Can I travel as a foot passenger from Ishigaki to Taketomi?

Yaeyama Kanko Ferry & Ishigaki Dream Tours allow foot passengers on Ishigaki Taketomi ferries.

Can I take my pet on the ferry from Ishigaki to Taketomi?

Yaeyama Kanko Ferry allow pets on ferries from Ishigaki to Taketomi. Please also note that your pet may have to stay in the vehicle during the journey.

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Ishigaki - Taketomi Ferry Route Summary
Departure CountryOkinawa
Destination CountryOkinawa
No. of Operators2
OperatorsYaeyama Kanko Ferry & Ishigaki Dream Tours
Average Price$45
Average Daily Sailings10
Average Weekly Sailings63
Average Sailing Duration15 m
Fastest Sailing Duration15 m
First Ferry07:30
Last Ferry17:30
Distance4 Nautical Miles

* Prices subject to change, pricing is taken from last 30 days, last updated 1 March 2025.

Ishigaki to Taketomi Ferry Most Popular Questions

  • How long is the ferry from Ishigaki to Taketomi?

    The ferry crossing time from Ishigaki to Taketomi is approximately 15 minutes. Sailing duration may vary from season to season and by operator, so we would advise doing a live check using our Deal Finder.

  • How much is the ferry from Ishigaki to Taketomi?

    Ishigaki to Taketomi ferry price can differ depending on the season. The average price of a ferry from Ishigaki to Taketomi is $45. Price exclusive of booking fees.

  • Which ferry companies operate between Ishigaki to Taketomi?

    There are 2 popular ferry operators for Ishigaki to Taketomi. These are

  • How can I book ferry tickets from Ishigaki to Taketomi?

    Book ferries from Ishigaki to Taketomi through our deal finder and check our offers page to view the latest ferry offers. 

  • Can you travel as a foot passenger on the ferry from Ishigaki to Taketomi?

    Yes, you can travel as a foot passenger from Ishigaki to Taketomi with

  • Can you take your car on the ferry from Ishigaki to Taketomi?

    Cars are currently not allowed to board ferries from Ishigaki to Taketomi.

  • Can you bring pets on the ferry from Ishigaki to Taketomi?

    Yes, pets are permitted onboard the ferry. You may need a pet passport. Please read the ferry operators pet guidelines. Currently you can bring pets on ferries with:

  • How far is Ishigaki to Taketomi?

    The distance from Ishigaki to Taketomi is 4 nautical miles.

Ishigaki Guide

Ishigaki Ferry Port

Surrounded on all sides by the baby-blue surf of the East China Sea, Ishigaki is the very definition of a paradise island. The second-largest of the volcanic Yaeyama islands in the southernmost reaches of Japan, Ishigaki is blessed with a rear-round warmth, rolling hills covered in lush swathes of tropical woodland, and broad stretches of gold-sand beaches that skirt along the coast. Despite its undeniable appeal, the island has managed to preserve its peaceful and laid-back atmosphere away from the bustle of tourism; it’s soothing soundtrack composed of nothing more than the hum of wildlife and the gentle lapping of waves upon the shore. The island’s rough-shaped coastline is pitted with bays perfect for watersports, with diving, snorkelling and surfing the most popular forms of recreational activity. With much of the surrounding sea protected by a national park, the stunning world beneath the waves thrives with rare marine life. Those who want to view the underwater scene without getting their feet wet can hop on a glass-bottomed boat in Kabira Bay instead. The region’s port is found in Ishigaki city on the south-western coast of the island. It is a lively facility of small jetties and piers neatly separated into small, square inlets that stretch across the seafront. The ferry terminal can be found on the edge of the city’s Misakicho district. It is a relatively large facility with plenty of passenger amenities including an indoor waiting hall; a pay-phone; vending machines selling food and drink; and a busy, on-site taxi-rank. Due to its central city location, travelling to and from the port is simple. Buses and coaches leave from stops directly outside the terminal and whisk passengers to the island’s main sightseeing spots, including the various beach-lined bays and the verdant slopes of Bannadake mountain. Though there are plenty of narrow, rural roads that weave across the heart of the island, the most accessible route for motorists unfamiliar with the local surroundings is the 390 highway. This long roadway passes by the island’s regional airport as it traces Ishigaki’s undulating southern coast. A host of ferry routes currently leave from the city port on a daily basis. Services hosted by Yaeyama Kanko Ferry and Ishigaki Dream Tours sail short journeys west to the ports of Ohara and Uehara on Iriomote Island, as well as to the islands of Taketomi, Kohama, Kuroshima and Hatoma.

Ishigaki to Taketomi Ferry Timetables

Timetables between 3/3/2025 and 9/3/2025


Operator Departure Time Arrival Time Duration Sailing Days
Yaeyama Kanko Ferry 07:30 07:45 15 minutes Everyday
Yaeyama Kanko Ferry 08:30 08:45 15 minutes Everyday
Yaeyama Kanko Ferry 09:30 09:45 15 minutes Everyday
Yaeyama Kanko Ferry 10:30 10:45 15 minutes Everyday
Yaeyama Kanko Ferry 11:30 11:45 15 minutes Everyday
Yaeyama Kanko Ferry 13:00 13:15 15 minutes Everyday
Yaeyama Kanko Ferry 14:00 14:15 15 minutes Everyday
Ishigaki Dream Tours 14:30 14:45 15 minutes Everyday
Yaeyama Kanko Ferry 15:00 15:15 15 minutes Everyday
Yaeyama Kanko Ferry 16:00 16:15 15 minutes Everyday
Yaeyama Kanko Ferry 17:30 17:45 15 minutes Everyday
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