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The Yaeyama Islands are the southernmost of three major island groups making up the prefecture of Okinawa. The Miyako and Okinawa Islands are the other two.

Among the Yaeyama Islands, Ishigaki Island is the most populated and serves as the region's transportation hub. Other islands include the jungle covered Iriomote Island and Taketomi Island, famous for its beautifully preserved, traditional Ryukyu village.

Attractions

Iriomote Island (2) Yaeyama's largest island, covered by jungle. Taketomi Island (2) Site of a traditional Ryukyu village. Ishigaki Island (1) Main island of the Yaeyama Islands.

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Orientation

Orientation How to get to and around the Yaeyama Islands. About transportation in Japan

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