Ishigaki Secret Forest Natural Illumination Yaeyama Hime Firefly Tour

Nature's Gift: The Magical Light
of the Yaeyama Hime Fireflies at Night

We invite you to Ishigaki Island's secret forest at night, a mystical place that opens only in spring. Here, shortly after sunset, you'll encounter thousands of stars pouring down from above. The stars are the 'Yaeyama Hime fireflies,' boasting the smallest size in Japan. As tens of thousands of fireflies illuminate in unison, carpeting the forest floor, it creates an illusion as if a galaxy has unfolded at 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. In a secret spot known only to your guide, hold your breath with your loved ones and witness this magical moment. After the tour, a shuttle service to the city's restaurant district is provided, making your evening on Ishigaki Island even more perfect and fulfilling.

Witness the wondrous dance of the Yaeyama Hime fireflies for just 30 minutes after sunset on Ishigaki Island.

A Miracle of 30 Minutes: A Time to Behold the Carpet of Light

Yaeyama Hime fireflies reveal themselves for a very short period, about 30 to 45 minutes just after sunset. The sight of countless fireflies synchronizing and twinkling close to the ground creates an overwhelming spectacle, as if a carpet of light has been laid out in the forest.

Complete Relaxation: Put Down Your Smartphone

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

A Convenient Journey for the Whole Family

Suitable for everyone from infants (0 years old) to the elderly, children under 2 can participate for free. With free pick-up and drop-off service from city hotels and the ferry terminal, as well as a drop-off service to the bustling restaurant area after the tour, you can efficiently utilize your travel time.

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