Island Station KABIRA GARDEN,
only a 2-minute walk from Kabira Bay!
Village Tour
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Experience the sacred rituals and customs of the oldest village on Ishigaki Island! Join the first guided village tour in Kabira, a popular tourist destination
Kabira, Ishigaki Island's oldest village, harbors sacred rituals and customs known exclusively to its residents. What are Utaki? Why are certain areas restricted to the public? What is the significance behind the placed stones? Who are the Ujiko? By strolling through the village with a local guide, you'll unravel the history of Kabira Village, which has a connection to the sea. Join the first-ever guided tour in Kabira Village and discover its unexplored charms.
Recommended Highlights of the Kabira Village Guided Tour
*Learn the sacred rituals and history of Ishigaki Island's oldest village, Kabira. *Guided by locals, our tour provides foreign language support through photos and audio guides. *After exploring the village, take a break with the popular Kabira soda. *We provide a Kabira MAP that can also be used during free time.
Schedule
schedule
Meet up at 9:00 AM at Island Station KABIRA GARDEN (approx. 120 minutes)
*Meet-up times may vary depending on the season.
After registration, you will explore Kabira Village with a local guide. You will be guided through Utaki (sacred site), wells, stones, and sacred rituals. After a 90-minute walk, take a break with Kabira soda at a cafe overlooking Kabira Bay. *Please bring your own beverages for the walk.
