Kabira Bay — Attraction in Ishigaki

The color of the sea and the beach are beautiful, however I was deeply shocked by the amount of trash lying around in the beach. I was even sadder when I witnessed the state of the coral reef. I guess this reef must have been a colorful, amazing, full of wonder sight 10 years ago but the constant tourism exploitation has laid so much waste, that only skeletons remain. I immediately regretted my decision of taking the glass-bottomed tour boat as I too contributed in the continued suffering of the remaining sea life in this place. I only wish the Japanese government would close down this area for several years to allow nature a chance to grow back again to its previous glory and only then find an eco-friendly way to visit the bay. My intention of my review in not meant as a criticism of the inhabitants of Ishigaki, as I’m sure all coral reefs in this planet are being exploited in a similar way and are also either dying or dead already. I only wish we stop this exploitation and find a better way to preserve these...

Absolutely stunning scenery and all very photogenic. I’d advise arriving very early if possible though before the organised tours descend for a few hours all seemingly just after lunchtime and utterly torpedo the peaceful and relaxing atmosphere. The day we visited there were numerous coach loads of some of the most obnoxious and selfish people I have ever encountered anywhere in my travels. Shouting at each other at the tops of their voices, dropping empty soda cans everywhere and constantly walking in front of other people attempting to take photographs. When they all cleared off again it was blissfully peaceful again but the day we were here helped us determine how we scheduled visits to other touristy spots the rest...

Stunning beach and scenery and somewhere you have to see. You can’t swim here but you can take a glass bottom boat out for around ¥1,000 per person. We didn’t see anything amazing during the tour (apart from blue coral) so I probably wouldn’t consider the ¥1,000 really worth it. It might be exciting if you have children. Otherwise it’s a great beach to walk along and dip your toes in the shallow water.

A few shops around, ice creams on sale and places to drink. We took the no 9 bus from Ishigaki central bus station which takes about 40 minutes to reach Kabira Bay. Certainly the place to get an awesome picture in...