Private Tour
Spirit of Ishigaki: Explore the land and Lore
Overview
Available languages
Mobile ticket
I’m a native English speaker who’s built my life here, finding both peace and community on this beautiful island, and I want to share that same feeling with you.
What makes my tour different from others? It’s not only customizable and flexible - it’s about the culture, history, wildlife, folklore, and how this island was formed.
Choose the pickup location, the pace, and the places based on exactly what your interests are.
Your time here is short, so I’ll make sure we get the most out of it.
Whether you want to see the famous sights like Kabira Bay or dive deeper into the quieter, hidden corners only locals know about, I’ll tailor the experience to your interests.
As we drive through jungles, coastlines, and quiet local roads, I’ll show you the details most visitors miss — the plants, the birds, the sacred sites, the everyday life of the island.
Come see Ishigaki not just as a visitor, but as someone connected to its story.
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Ishigaki Island Limestone Cave
listen to the history of this place and see natural minerals and their formation over time
A wonderful spot where you meet Ishigaki's famous pineapple queen. She will serve you two variations of pineapples, fresh cut from her farm. These pineapples represent the verities that can be found here on Ishigaki. You can take them to go, or you can eat them there while enjoying the nice view of the ocean.
What‘s Included
Air-conditioned vehicle
Meals
Alcoholic Beverages
Options
Spirit of Ishigaki: Explore the land and Lore
Pickup included
Reviews
12 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
The Best of Ishigaki
Lori K,,Dec 19, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Stephanie was a wonderful tour guide. Even though the weather didn't cooperate at all times Stephanie arranged sites that were incredible. My husband and I wanted to explore the history and culture of Ishigaki and that is exactly what she provided. We have mobility issues and Stephanie was incredibly helpful. She even took us to a book store so I could purchase a book about Ishigaki and its history. If I could give her a 10 star review I would. She exceeded all expectations.
THE BEST 10/10
pppprrrrrrr,,Dec 13, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We could not have asked for a better tour guide. We have never had a tour guide so passionate and thorough. You can instantly tell how passionate she is not only of her job but the island. She loves the island so much and will make sure you fall in love with it as much as her by the end of the tour. She know the island so well from ecology to its history. She is pleasant and funny too. You can either follow her plan if you have no idea what you’re doing or if you have specific places and things you want to see, she will definitely cater to your needs, she is very accommodating and considerate. Some of the many things we did with her: She took us to the Yarabudake mountain - it offered the best private views of the island. We went to Oganzeki lighthouse - we felt like we were at the edge of the world. She also took us to Banya bakery for a little tour break for some delicious pastries while we sat and watched the ocean. We truly felt like we were experiencing the island as locals! 10/10 we loved Stephanie!
Excellent English-speaking Ishigaki Tour Guide
thepenster,,Nov 27, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Terrific Ishigaki tour guide — knowledgeable about the island’s culture, history, stories, nature, fascinating insights & unique hidden gems. Steph is a native English speaker who customized the tour to our interests. Her flexibility and thoughtful planning is perfect for all ages. She showed us secret scenic spots & local eateries, creating an unforgettable experience. We highly recommend Steph — a genuinely passionate and exceptional guide in Ishigaki.
Steph was really...
Judith O,,Nov 27, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Steph was really great! The tour was super informative and so much more personal than the usual 08/15 offers. She was fully responsive to my interests, and it almost felt like I was out with a friend. For those looking for something special – highly recommended!
Excellent English-speaking Ishigaki Tour Guide
Penny C,,Nov 19, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Our Ishigaki guide was fantastic — knowledgeable about the island’s culture, history, stories, nature, fascinating insights & unique hidden gems. Steph is a native English speaker who customized the tour to our interests. Her flexibility and thoughtful planning is perfect for all ages. She showed us secret scenic spots & local eateries, creating an unforgettable experience. We highly recommend Steph — a genuinely passionate and exceptional guide in Ishigaki.
An amazing experience discovering Ishigaki with a fantastic guide
nogaroe2025,,Nov 17, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Exploring Ishigaki with Steph was an amazing experience. We couldn't climb steep places and she was very considerate. She organized a great tour according to our needs. We learned a lot about Ishigaki's history and culture. Steph explained so many fascinating things about the places we visited, including the animals and plants we saw on the way. With Steph, we had a wonderful time discovering this beautiful place and the local history of Kerama Islands. If we come back to Ishigaki, we will book her tour again !
Beautiful town & amazing tour guide!
Lauren T,,Nov 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was our favorite tour of the trip! The guide Steph is truly the sweetest. We really enjoyed Ishigaki and hope to return.
Highly recommend this tour with Steph!!
B N,,Nov 11, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Stephanie was an amazing guide. She picked us up from our hotel and helped us customize the tour to see exactly what we wanted. She knows so much about Ishigaki’s history, nature, and geology, and explained everything in an easy and interesting way. We visited beautiful scenic spots and even stopped at a local dairy farm and a pineapple farm! It was such a fun and memorable day and I highly recommend her tours.
I enjoyed Steph’s...
Masahiro P,,Nov 6, 2025
- Review from Viator
4.00I enjoyed Steph’s personal tour of Ishigaki Island. She was super flexible in terms of transportation and even picked me up at the airport. She then reviewed the itinerary and was willing to make changes based on my preferences. It was a good combination of different aspects of the island, from local vendors, scenic spots, and historical spots. She was passionate about discussing the past/current culture of Ishigaki Island as a whole, not just a tourism destination.
Fantastic tour of this beautiful island, would strongly recommend
891julias,,Aug 22, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I am so pleased I booked a tour of the island with Steph during my holiday to the beautiful island of Ishigaki. The communication from Steph before the trip was excellent as she asked what my interests were so she could tailor the trip, and gave advice on what to bring along for the day. Steph is very knowledgeable and it was lovely to learn more about this beautiful place which has so many great things to see and explore. Having a guided tour meant I had the opportunity to see some lovely hidden gems during the day and learn more about the history of the island. Steph is super friendly and enthusiastic so I thoroughly enjoyed spending the day with her. She was even so kind as to send me restaurants ideas for the reminder of my trip. I would definitely recommend booking a tour with her & I feel very lucky to have visited Ishigaki and explored the island.
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