In Kubura, this cosy izakaya is a local favourite. Though the menu is in Japanese only, we recommend the kajiki (locally caught swordfish) sashimi and the sansai (locally gathered wild mountain vegetables) salad. Ask a Japanese speaker to make reservations for you, as it's a small and popular spot that fills up quickly.
Island Cuisine Isun
Yaeyama Islands
Lonely Planet's must-see attractions
0.64 MILES
Just as Hateruma-jima has a monument to mark Japan's southernmost point, Yonaguni-jima has one to mark the country's westernmost point (日本最西端の碑), here at…
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5.34 MILES
Literally 'Standing-God Rock' (although another name might come to mind), this offshore obelisk can be viewed from several spots on the bluffs above.
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5.57 MILES
The raised platform that overlooks Gunkan-iwa also offers views of the jagged coastline of Sanninu-dai.
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6.27 MILES
At the eastern tip of the island, wild Yonaguni horses graze in the pastures leading out to the lighthouse at Agarizaki.
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2.53 MILES
On the south coast of the island is the pleasant little village of Higawa, which has a wide, sandy crescent of beach. The water here is clear and shallow,…
Nearby Yaeyama Islands attractions
0.64 MILES
Just as Hateruma-jima has a monument to mark Japan's southernmost point, Yonaguni-jima has one to mark the country's westernmost point (日本最西端の碑), here at…
2.53 MILES
On the south coast of the island is the pleasant little village of Higawa, which has a wide, sandy crescent of beach. The water here is clear and shallow,…
5.34 MILES
Literally 'Standing-God Rock' (although another name might come to mind), this offshore obelisk can be viewed from several spots on the bluffs above.
5.57 MILES
The raised platform that overlooks Gunkan-iwa also offers views of the jagged coastline of Sanninu-dai.
5.59 MILES
Aptly named, this striking offshore fin does bring to mind an imposing ship.
6.27 MILES
At the eastern tip of the island, wild Yonaguni horses graze in the pastures leading out to the lighthouse at Agarizaki.