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Things to do

Enjoy Ishigaki Island's nature with all your senses

You can feel the "living nature" with the sounds of swaying trees and birds chirping.
We offer a variety of experiences that allow you to experience the island's nature.

  • Enjoy the Rainbow Forest throughout the year

    Experience the cycle of life with all your senses in the subtropical jungle.
    Enjoy the special location of Rainbow Forest in the national park and the dramatic natural events that change with the seasons.

    • 《spring(Late January to early May)》The blessings of the sea and the dance of light

      January to May is the season for seaweed, such as seaweed called Arsa and Mozuku, which allows you to experience the richness of the sea.
      From the end of March to the beginning of May, for just 30 minutes after sunset, you can experience a magical night as Yaeyama fireflies dance wildly in front of the inn.

    • 《Early-summer(June)》Surrounded by the scent of barringtonia

      A mystical flower that blooms at night and fades away in the morning. "Barringtonia"
      The forest of wild hanging flowers on the premises is enveloped in a sweet fragrance.

    • 《summer(July to September)》Golden sunset and the hour of the Sabani

      It's the season for swimming in calm waters and watching fiery sunsets along the West Coast.
      There is nothing more luxurious than boarding a traditional Okinawan wooden boat, the Sabani, and waiting for the sunset while listening to the sound of the waves.

    • 《winter(November to January)》Silent jungle and warm sunshine

      Although there are windy and rainy days, the occasional sunny spell is surprisingly warm and comfortable, enough to make you forget that it's winter.
      It's the perfect season to reset yourself, sitting around a bonfire in silence and listening to the sound of the water and the rustling of the trees.

  • Enjoy the "little effort" and travel to trace the water cycle

    "Camping" is an experience of being in nature.
    Tour the "Water Circulation course" proposed by Rainbow Forest.

    • 《Day1 14:00》Check In

      Immerse yourself in the soundscape.
      Leave the hustle and bustle of the city behind and head into the heart of the jungle.
      All you can hear are the sounds of rivers and waterfalls, the rustle of the wind, and the chirping of birds and insects.
      First, experience the "unusual" experience of doing nothing.

    • 《Day1 16:00》Enjoy the extra effort you've been avoiding in your daily life

      Cook your own food in the outdoor kitchen.
      Enjoying the inconvenience of camp cooking and picking up fallen branches around a campfire awakens the five senses.

    • 《Day1 20:00》A natural planetarium

      Under the unobstructed starry sky, you can enjoy natural events (morning mist and moonlit nights) while falling into a deep sleep.

    • 《Day 2 Morning》An adventure following the water cycle

      Embark on a journey that connects the mountains, rivers, and sea, using the Fukido River adjacent to the inn as your field.
      【Water Cycle course】
      Trek down from the waterfall in the mountain stream, canoe through the mangroves, and finally head out to the sea.
      The rain that falls on the mountains returns to the sea and becomes clouds again.
      This is a special course where you can experience the cycles of the Earth firsthand.

    • 《Day 2 Afternoon》Beachcombing and snorkeling

      Search for treasure washed up on the beach or dive into the crystal clear waters.
      You will be transported deep into the natural surroundings of Ishigaki Island.

  • A two-day, one-night plan to explore Ishigaki Island, connecting the city and forest

    Rainbow Forest's most recommended and efficient model course!

    • 《morning》Rainbow Reef Tour

      Take a boat to the "Phantom Island" and snorkel with manta rays and sea turtles.
      Take part in a tour that condenses the charm of Ishigaki Island's ocean.

    • 《noon》Lunch at your favorite place

      Enjoy your free time while feeling the island atmosphere.

    • 《afternoon》Check in at Rainbow Forest

      We arrived at 2pm and had a BBQ in the outdoor kitchen that evening.

    • 《next morning》After breakfast of hot sandwiches,Check Out

      Recharge your energy in nature and head to your next destination.

  • From a "trip to complete a schedule" to a "trip to return to nature"

    You can't fully experience it in just one night, so you'll only be able to discover it on the second day. "Silence of the heart"

    • 《Day 1》Listen to the breathing of the jungle

      [14:00]
      Once you check in, your digital detox begins.
      Put your smartphone down and start by walking around the inn.
      Jungle sounds in the national park,The murmuring of the Fukido River.
      The afternoon of the first night is a time to "acclimate" to the rhythm of the city.
      [16:00]
      Enjoy camping meals with a little extra effort.
      You can light your own fire and prepare dinner using ingredients you brought with you.
      The freedom to enjoy inconvenience awakens feelings that have been forgotten in everyday life.
      【20:00】
      First time stargazing.
      As your eyes get used to the darkness, a starry sky will appear.

    • 《Day 2》Blending into the Earth's cycle(The actual day)

      【8:00】
      Enjoy your hot sandwich in the morning dew.
      On the morning of the second day, you should be able to hear the birds singing closer than yesterday.
      [10:00]
      The "Water Circulation course" connects mountains, rivers, and the sea.
      We went down the river from the waterfall, kayaked through the mangroves and out to sea.
      You will trace with your own body the process of rain that falls on the mountains returning to the sea.
      The only way to experience this "vertical movement" is to stay overnight and have ample time.
      [15:00]
      The luxury of doing nothing, a second afternoon.
      Returning from the tour, we relaxed at the inn again.
      By the afternoon of the second day, I was already used to the place and the sounds.
      Take a look at the compost in the garden or feel the breeze in the hanging flower forest.
      You will begin to feel like you are living a life rather than just sightseeing.
      [19:00]
      The second night of bonfire and deep conversation.
      We burn the branches we have collected and face ourselves and our companions in a silence deeper than yesterday.

    • 《Day 3》Embark on your next journey with sharpened senses

      【9:00】
      A final breakfast and some values to take home.
      The "recycling" and "ways to avoid producing waste" that you experience during your stay will surely change the way you view your everyday life.
      [11:00]
      Check out.
      With your mind and body in sync with the rhythm of nature, you can move on to your next destination with a light step.