Ishigaki Port Ritō Terminal (Euglena Ishigaki Port Ritō Terminal) is the ferry hub for the Yaeyama Islands in Okinawa. High-speed boats operated by Anei Kankou and Yaeyama Kanko Ferry connect Ishigaki to Taketomi (10 min, ¥790), Kohama (25 min, ¥1,400), Kuroshima (25 min, ¥1,510), Iriomote Ohara (35 min, ¥2,060), Iriomote Uehara (40 min, ¥2,690), Hatoma (40 min, ¥2,690), and Hateruma (60-80 min, ¥4,070).
Ishigaki Port Ritō Terminal is the gateway to the Yaeyama Islands, Japan’s southernmost inhabited archipelago. Located in central Ishigaki city, this modern terminal handles over 1 million passengers annually with high-speed boats departing to 7 different islands throughout the day.
Routes & Fares (2026)
Two operators — Anei Kankou and Yaeyama Kanko Ferry — serve all routes with combined departures every 30-60 minutes for popular islands.
Taketomi Island: 10-15 min, ¥790 one-way (most frequent, ~20 departures/day)
Kohama Island: 25-30 min, ¥1,400 one-way
Kuroshima Island: 25-30 min, ¥1,510 one-way
Iriomote (Ohara): 35-40 min, ¥2,060 one-way
Iriomote (Uehara): 40-60 min, ¥2,690 one-way (frequent winter cancellations)
Hatoma Island: 40-60 min, ¥2,690 one-way
Hateruma Island: 60-80 min, ¥4,070 one-way (Japan’s southernmost inhabited island)
Access
New Ishigaki Airport to terminal: ~25 min by car or bus (Karry bus ¥540). The terminal is in central Ishigaki, walkable from most hotels.
FAQ
- Q. Can I buy tickets without a reservation?
Yes, walk-up tickets are available for most routes. Reservations are recommended only for the 8:00 AM Iriomote departure and all Hateruma sailings.
- Q. Is there contactless payment?
Yes, both operators accept credit cards and touch payment at the terminal counters.
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