Ishigaki Cruise Port Guide: HIDDEN GEMS for DIY Excursions!
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We chose a car for our mixed generation group. It provided maximum flexibility for everybody and an ability to change gears at the last minute to explore stuff along the road
It's a very small operation. Mom and pop kind of thing, literally. And a baby.
We certainly won out on the hidden gems aspect of our trip, and it was no nightmare at all.
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Is renting a car at the Ishigaki, Japan cruise port the key to an unforgettable DIY shore excursion, or a stressful nightmare? We put it to the test to help you decide. In this complete Ishigaki port guide for cruise passengers, we cover everything you need to know about navigating the Euglena Rito Ferry Terminal, the pros and cons of car rental, and how to see the best of the island on your own. From the stunning turquoise waters of Kabira Bay to the unique finds at Euglena Mall, we share our authentic experience. We'll give you our final verdict on the car rental question and show you how to find the best local food (hello pineapple and spam onigiri!) and unique souvenirs like Shisa dolls. This is your essential guide for a perfect day in Ishigaki, Okinawa! 👇 Chapters 👇 0:00 Intro 1:21 Port basics 5:01 Car rental details 7:02 Driving on the island 8:32 Kabira Bay 9:30 Pineapple Stand 11:07 Ishigaki Stalactite Cave 13:18 Euglena Mall (with parking and food) 👇 Helpful Links 👇 Taxi Tours: https://ishigaki-tours.com/en/column/ishigakijima-taxi Euglena Rito Ferry Terminal Google map: https://maps.app.goo.gl/onS23ptitj728xPz8 Grand Rental Car Ishigaki Google map: https://maps.app.goo.gl/7eWLsdnz7J2oyyZ37 Website: https://ishigaki-rentacar.com/?utm_source=google&utm_medium=map&utm_campaign=googlemap Ishigaki City Car Rental Companies Google map: https://maps.app.goo.gl/V259LVCZSBzvqExY9 Pineapple Stand (Nakae pineapple farm) Google map: https://maps.app.goo.gl/ZxKZ4TGCLCm1U43r5 Kabira Bay Google map: https://maps.app.goo.gl/ZfmUSa3q5BAUfk7G7 Ishigaki Stalactite Cave Google map: https://maps.app.goo.gl/6YCxjYwFdnW2cXfH8 Website: http://www.ishigaki-cave.com/ Euglena Mall Google map: https://maps.app.goo.gl/NonE9S1KzNWY5uh97 Website: https://www.euglenamall.com/ #Ishigaki #JapanCruise #Okinawa #Princesscruises #theportlowdown ********************************************************** Finding value and getting some tips from our videos? Support us: Subscribe https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLdrgdmwIf5Z1qhRf5HIq-g?sub_confirmation=1 and share with your shipmates. 🎹Theme music by Rafael Deo 🫶 Connect with us Web: http://www.portlowdown.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61557696962794