Day 1

13:00 Ishigaki Port Remote Island Terminal

13:10 Taketomi Island, Taketomi Port

13:15 Taketomi Island Yugafu-kan (Taketomi Island Visitor Center)

Experience the charm of the island at a spot where locals and visitors mingle

The first place you should visit on Taketomi Island is this visitor center, located about a 2-minute walk from the port. Opened by the Ministry of the Environment in 2004, this facility introduces the nature, traditional culture, and performing arts of Taketomi Island.
Inside the open, high-ceilinged building, you will find exhibits such as maps of Taketomi Island, panels explaining the island's year, folk tools and textiles made by hand on the island, and photographs from 1959. You can also experience the charm of the island through video screenings themed around "utsugumi" (cooperation), the spirit cherished by the people of Taketomi Island, and a corner where you can listen to the islanders' ancient songs and stories.
The "Yuntaku Corner," equipped with tables and chairs, is lined with books about the island and can also be used as a rest area. Learning more about the island before you start sightseeing will make your stay even more enriching.

14:00 Kondoi Beach

A beach representative of the Yaeyama Islands, beautiful with its cobalt blue water and white sand

One of the most beautiful beaches in the Yaeyama Islands. The contrast between the dazzling white sand and the crystal-clear blue sea is magnificent, and you can see Ishigaki Island, Kohama Island, and Iriomote Island in the distance. Located on the west side of Taketomi Island, it is also famous as a spectacular spot for sunsets.
Because the water is shallow and there are almost no waves, it is also popular as the only swimming beach on Taketomi Island. It is fully equipped with showers, changing rooms, and restrooms, and parasol rentals are available during the summer season. The powdery sand feels pleasant to walk on barefoot. You can also enjoy just taking a leisurely stroll along the beach.

15:00 HOSHINOYA Taketomi Island

A resort where you can live in harmony with the island and spend your time as if you were a resident

Based on the concept of a "paradise on an island of harmony," guest rooms designed in line with traditional island architecture are lined up across approximately 66,000 square meters of land, and the observation deck offers a panoramic view of the Hoshinoya Taketomi Island village landscape. With a "Gathering Pavilion" featuring a lounge and dining area, as well as a pool and spa building, you can enjoy an extraordinary experience that connects you with the island's nature and culture.

Gajoni

All 48 guest rooms follow the traditional architecture of Taketomi Island, including Ryukyu red-tiled roofs watched over by shisa, stone walls (gukku) made of stacked Ryukyu limestone, and gardens of white coral sand. The south-facing veranda allows the "paikaji" (southern wind) that brings happiness to blow through. The "Gajoni" rooms, which feature a bathtub in the center, offer a sense of openness typical of a southern island combined with a modern aesthetic.

15:30 "Island Moment"

Relaxing time with island snacks

The "Yuntaku Lounge" is a relaxing space that can be used at any time during your stay. From 2:00 PM to 3:50 PM (L.O.), snacks popular in Okinawa are served. We also provide "nuchigusa" (life herbs), medicinal herbs such as longevity spinach and shell ginger that have been essential to the health of islanders. Feel free to blend them and enjoy your own original herbal tea.

16:45 Viewing of "Evening Calm Song"

Gaze at the sunset and surrender yourself to the sound of the sanshin

At dusk, as the sky changes moment by moment, the lounge is enveloped by the sound of the sanshin played by Okinawan performers. They perform a variety of songs that allow you to experience island time, including folk songs that have been passed down through generations in the Yaeyama Islands, including Taketomi Island, which is renowned as an "island of performing arts."

18:00 Dinner "In-room Dining"

Enjoy dinner without reservation in your private detached guest room

In-room dining is a new style of eating that allows you to enjoy the delicious flavors of Okinawa while relaxing in your room. We recommend the "Island Hot Pot," where you can taste unique island vegetables and fragrant "nuchigusa" medicinal herbs.

20:00 "Evening Moment"

A tropical night intoxicated by awamori and the moon

After dinner, head to the lounge to enjoy Awamori, Okinawa's signature liquor. You can savor original Awamori cocktails mixed with syrups made from Okinawan ingredients like shikuwasa citrus and island pepper. Spend a relaxing island night while tipping your Ryukyu glass.

20:45 "Deep Breathing at Tinnu"

Deep sleep stretching while feeling the energy of the moon

"Tinnu" means "of the heavens" in the Okinawan language. Under a night sky shining with the moon and stars, you will be guided into a comfortable sleep by performing deep breathing and stretches on the poolside lawn. After stretching, lie down and gaze at the starry sky.
*May be cancelled depending on weather or lawn conditions.

Day 2

07:00 Breakfast "Dining"

Shimanchu (Islander) Breakfast featuring the bounty of Okinawa

For breakfast in the sun-drenched dining room, choose from two Japanese options, such as the "Island Nine-Dish Breakfast" featuring nine Okinawan dishes packed in a tiered box or "Yushi Tofu Porridge Breakfast," or one Western option. These menus, inspired by the dietary habits that support the vitality of the islanders, will give you energy from the start of the day.

08:30 "Morning Water Buffalo Cart Walk"

Tour the quiet morning village while swaying on a water buffalo cart

The morning village, beautifully swept clean by the islanders, is quiet and has few tourists. Ride the famous water buffalo cart to tour the village lined with single-story houses with red-tiled roofs. Enjoy the seasonal atmosphere accompanied by the guide's commentary, songs, and the sound of the sanshin.

10:00 Pool

A time of slumber by the water mirror pool reflecting the sky

The pool in the center of the facility is kept at a comfortable temperature year-round and is available 24 hours a day (until sunset for children). Since it is mortar-shaped, you are free to swim, enjoy the shallows, or relax on chairs inside the pool. There is also a terrace with a tarp to block the sun by the poolside, allowing you to spend your time however you like.

11:15 Kaiji Beach

Search for lucky star-shaped sand at the beach also known as Star Sand Beach

This beach is also known as "Star Sand Beach" because you can find star-shaped sand there. The star sand is actually the shells of foraminifera that attach to seaweed, and if you press your palm into the sand, you can find tiny star-shaped grains among the sand that sticks to your hand. While you cannot take it home, you can purchase keychains filled with star sand at souvenir shops near the beach entrance.
Although you cannot swim at the beach due to strong currents, you can spend time unique to the island by relaxing in the shade of subtropical trees, enjoying the swings installed on the trees, or watching boats traveling between Kaiji Beach and other islands.

12:30 Soba-dokoro Takenoko

Enjoy traditional Yaeyama soba at a long-established noodle shop

A long-established Yaeyama soba restaurant founded in 1975, nestled near the sightseeing spot "Nishi-sanbashi Pier." For nearly half a century, this renowned shop has been dedicated solely to perfecting its soba, earning the love of both locals and tourists alike.
The soup, based on pork bone and chicken stock and simmered over a wood fire for six hours, is rich in umami and highly aromatic. Its clean, refined flavor pairs perfectly with the straight noodles. In addition to the "Yaeyama Soba" topped with minced pork, the "Soki Soba" and "Sanmainiku Soba" are also highly acclaimed. You can also enjoy changing the flavor with homemade "piyashi" (island pepper) passed down from the previous owner, or "kuchu," island chili peppers soaked in awamori. As it is a popular spot, be prepared for a wait, but the signature soba is a masterpiece worth queuing for.

14:00 Atelier Gokoya

The only pottery studio on the island, rooted in Taketomi Island and reflecting its climate

Lined up at the pottery studio in the Nakasuji settlement are "yachimun" (pottery) pieces made from Yaeyama clay, generously depicting the nature of Taketomi Island and the lives of its people. From the "Chrysanthemum Pattern" with its striking deep blue like the sea, to the "Minna Pattern" reflecting island life such as fishermen and farmers, and the "Paterna Pattern" depicting island goats and water buffalo in a Western style, just looking at them is enough to make your heart leap.
Items held in the hand, such as cups and bowls, are finished to be "light," while plates are designed with a sense of weight and substance. These vessels, which combine ease of use with beauty, add color to daily life and are filled with a charm that makes you want to use them for a long time. Why not find your favorite among these expressive yachimun while enjoying the gentle island time that flows through the atelier?

15:00 "Island Time Spa"

A supreme spa to relax your body and mind

Select your favorite scent from three types of aromas made with ingredients cherished on the island. Through a treatment with a rhythm like waves slowly rolling in and out, you will be guided to a state of deep relaxation for both mind and body.

18:00 Dinner "Dining"

Island Terroir woven from island ingredients and French techniques

The unique food culture and ingredients of the Yaeyama Islands are elevated into one-of-a-kind gourmet experiences using French techniques and innovative ideas. From seafood such as prawns raised on Taketomi Island to colorful tropical vegetables and fruits, and "shimahitati" (island soy sauce) made with unique local methods, the menu reflects the culinary passion of the people of Taketomi Island, offering a continuous series of surprises and gastronomic delights.

Day 3

07:00 Breakfast "Dining"

A breakfast to restore your energy with the bounty of the sea and medicinal herbs

Our "Island Breakfast," which offers a choice of two Japanese-style or one Western-style meal, is packed with seasonal Okinawan flavors. The Western-style options include the "Umikaze Breakfast," featuring a rich and savory bouillabaisse, and the "Cereal Breakfast," which incorporates grains familiar to the island.

10:30 "Weaving Play"

Learn about the handiwork passed down on the island through a weaving experience

A striking feature in a corner of the lounge is a traditional Taketomi Island wooden treadle loom. This was actually used by a local resident, and in our workshop, you can use this very loom to weave a bookmark. You can experience the joy of hand-weaving as you listen to the rhythmic "ton-ton" sound and watch the pattern gradually emerge.

12:00 Check out of HOSHINOYA Taketomijima

12:15 Teedun Kariyushi-kan

Take home Taketomi Island handiwork as a travel souvenir

The passenger waiting area is located inside Taketomi East Port. In addition to selling ferry tickets, it also provides tourist information for the island.
The shop inside the facility is lined with folk crafts and local specialties made from Taketomi Island materials. Baskets and pouches woven from screw pine or shell ginger that grow wild on the island each have a unique charm, reflecting the warmth of handmade craftsmanship. Our original eco-bags, featuring a cute illustration of the Taketomi town bird, the ruddy kingfisher, are gusseted and convenient for both everyday use and travel. We also recommend our hand towels and T-shirts adorned with the traditional "Taketomi Minsa" pattern or the "Kaida characters" once used on the island. Why not enjoy picking out a souvenir of your trip while you wait for your boat?