ISL& Natural Guides Ishigaki
E-Book takes you on a journey to reveal the heart of Ishigaki Island
We carefully wrote and designed an e-book and softcover guidebook about Ishigaki Island for you, comfortable to take along and a lovely keepsake.
Explore culture and nature in ishigaki island
- Get to know about the flora and fauna of Ishigaki and Iriomote Ishigaki National Park
- Interesting facts about Yaeyama traditions
- The most intriguing traditional festivals and their moon calendar dates
- The most wonderful beaches of Ishigaki
Dive into Yaeyama’s local food
- Lovely cafes and restaurants plus vegetarian options
- Learn about the Ryukyu cuisine based on Nuchigusui & Ishokudogen
- The power food of the Yaeyama’s
Find out about local art&design in Ishigaki island
Handy guides and maps
- Area guides with recommendations covering the whole island linked with Google my maps. Very easy while navigating
- Large maps of Ishigaki island and Ishigaki Town. With all personal recommendations and ferry access
Lot’s of travel tips and tricks
- Thorough climate information, clothing tips
- Do’s and don’ts for climate and safety
- Many handy tips to go out and about
And extra’s
- Personal Mémoires
- Recipes
- Hiking spots with detailed route
Sense the Ishigaki island atmosphere
How’s life on the Yaeyama’s?
Interviews with islanders:
- Famous photographer Kiyotaka Kitajima who’s life is all about capturing the beauty of the Okinawa islands and riding the waves.
- The designs of designer Yasutake Ikeshiro, born and raised in Ishigaki, embody the heart of Ishigaki island.
- Illustrator and foodlover Konoha Sakai rides her bike around Ishigaki in search for local ingredients to creatively cook with. She shares delicious recipes she illustrated herself.
- Freediver Kiyomi Takemasa struggled with being a workaholic. The sea is her medicine.
Celeste Ortelee combines her study and background in tourism with her personal experiences in The Yaeyama islands and created a guide that will help you go around Ishigaki island like a local friend.
In 2014, she traveled to Ishigaki Island, where she met her partner. Her first glimpse of the Yaeyama Islands were breathtaking, with unforgettable moments etched in her memory.
I couldn’t have these wonderful experiences without the sweet local people I have met along my discovery. Celeste
For years, wrapping her experiences into a beautiful book was a dream. In 2023 it became a reality. The result was a guidebook, born from her belief that travelers need a local friend to truly uncover the essence of this beautiful island.
On Ishigaki Island, she started a pottery studio and collaborates with her partner on various creative projects. Read more.
The book is available in local shops around Ishigaki island and as an e-book on Amazon.
Isl& Natural Guides Ishigaki
– All the stops, ideas, and suggestions are featured in the Ishigaki Island guide, complete with links to seamlessly integrate them into your itinerary.
The Island Natural Guides to Ishigaki, covering everything you need to know about the island, is now available for purchase on Amazon and at various locations around the island.
E-book Isl& Natural Guides Ishigaki
– The E-BOOK is comfortable to read in full color on your tablet or phone. Moreover, with detailed hiking routes, specially developed links to area maps, and connections to all the key spots, it’s incredibly easy to use while you’re exploring the island.