Ishigaki Secret Forest Natural Illumination Yaeyama Hime Firefly Tour

A Fantastic Light Gifted by Nature:
The Night of the Yaeyama Hime Fireflies

We invite you to Ishigaki Island's night, to a mystical secret forest that opens only in spring. Here, shortly after sunset, you can witness tens of thousands of stars pouring down onto the ground. The stars are the 'Yaeyama Hime fireflies', the smallest in Japan. The sight of tens of thousands of fireflies illuminating the forest floor simultaneously creates an illusion of a galaxy unfolding beneath your feet.

This special tour is more than just sightseeing; it offers a digital detox experience, where you turn off artificial lights and focus entirely on the tranquility of nature and the light of life. At a secret spot known only to the guide, hold your breath with loved ones and witness a magical moment. After the tour, a shuttle service directly to the downtown restaurant district is provided, making your evening on Ishigaki Island even more perfect and fulfilling.

Ishigaki's Night: Witness the Phenomenal Swarm of Yaeyama Hime Fireflies for Just 30 Minutes After Sunset

A Miracle of 30 Minutes: The Time to Encounter a Carpet of Light

Yaeyama Hime fireflies reveal themselves for a very short period, approximately 30 to 45 minutes after sunset. The synchronized twinkling of countless fireflies near the ground presents a breathtaking spectacle, as if a carpet of light has been laid across the forest floor.

Complete Relaxation Without Your Smartphone

To protect the delicate ecosystem of the fireflies, the use of smartphone and camera flashes is strictly prohibited during observation. Escape artificial lights and noises, and experience true healing by listening only to the light of nature and the whispers of the forest in the darkness.

A Convenient Journey for the Whole Family

Everyone from infants (0 years old) to seniors can participate safely. Children aged 2 and under are free of charge. Free pick-up and drop-off services are available from city hotels and the ferry terminal, as well as to the restaurant district after the tour, allowing for efficient use of your travel itinerary.

"A pure festival of light, gifted by Ishigaki's spring, made even more precious by its fleeting moments."