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Ishigaki-jima (Ishigaki Island) sits at the heart of the Yaeyama Islands in Okinawa Prefecture, surrounded by clear blue sea and rich natural beauty. As you feel the pleasant ocean breeze, you can relax and enjoy slow island time at cafes with open terraces and great views. This time, we’ve put together a list of popular cafes on Ishigaki-jima with open terraces.
Created: July 21, 2026
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Mirumiru Honpo Honten is a gelato specialty cafe directly run by Isei Bokujo. It sits on a hill on the west side of Ishigakijima (Ishigaki Island), overlooking Nagura-wan (Nagura Bay).
From the open terrace seating spread across the lawn, you can take in a sweeping view of the sea and the islands of the Yaeyama area, making the location outstanding. It is said to be a beautiful spot that feels one with nature.
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There are more than 10 flavors of gelato lined up in the showcase. The most popular is “Milk,” made with a base of freshly squeezed raw milk.
It is said to have the rich depth unique to milk and the great sweetness of fresh milk. Its meltingly smooth texture on the tongue is also said to be outstanding.
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They also serve meals made with the local Wagyu brand, Ishigaki gyu (Ishigaki beef). The Mirumiru Burger is known for its thick patty, about 2 to 3 cm thick.
Made with 100% Ishigaki gyu, it is hearty like a Hamburger Steak and perfect for lunch. It is said to be served with a fresh tomato sauce.
チッチョリーナチビ
I had gelato on a terrace with an ocean view! The Most Popular milk flavor was rich yet not too sweet, and so tasty! The mango was thick and rich! Mixing the two together made it into mango milk and even tastier!(*//艸//)♡Gelato while looking out at the beautiful ocean was the best!
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ロミーナ
The gelato enjoyed on the garden terrace overlooking the grasslands and Sunset Beach sinking into the sea comes in the best setting, together with the surrounding nature. The blue butterfly pea is shio vanilla (salt vanilla) flavor, with a super rich and mellow milk taste. The vanilla is the most popular flavor, and it is excellent. It is unbelievably good.
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Ishigakijima (Ishigaki Island) Garlic Shrimp REHELLOW BEACH Shimayasai Cafe is a detached house cafe restaurant along the coast of Maesato on Ishigakijima. It has seats on an open terrace, where you can enjoy a panoramic view of the blue sea and tropical trees.
The restaurant serves Western style dishes made with plenty of ingredients from Ishigakijima.
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This is the yushi-dofu (soft Okinawan tofu) waffle cake. Yushi-dofu is a traditional soybean food from Okinawa, a soft and silky style of tofu.
When plenty of it is kneaded into the batter, it gives the cake a fluffy texture and a rich taste. You can enjoy it with lots of fruit.
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They also offer a full lineup of Hawaiian dishes. The "Garlic Shrimp Plate" is said to be a dish of fresh shrimp boldly seasoned with plenty of garlic.
The shrimp are very fresh with a plump, springy texture, and its addictive good taste also makes it a popular choice as a snack with drinks.
The view from the terrace seats is amazing, and spending time there after the meal with a coffee is something special too. Just stopping by between sightseeing is enough to enjoy a resort-like mood at this lovely cafe.
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Needless to say, the location is fantastic. If you choose the terrace seating, you get an ocean view right in front of you, and whether in the interior of this restaurant converted from a house or at the indoor table seats, you can relax in an open setting while enjoying the music. Very comfortable.
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Ocean View Cafe PUCA PUCA is an ocean view cafe restaurant located along the coastline of the Maezato area. Its open terrace seating is popular for the emerald green sea stretching out right in front of you.
You can also go down into the garden to take photos. The cafe serves sweets made with ingredients from Ishigakijima (Ishigaki Island) as well as Western style dishes.
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The vividly colored "Tropical Parfait." This Ishigaki-jima (Ishigaki Island)-style dessert is lavishly topped with tropical fruits like pineapple and dragon fruit.
People say the fresh fruit and its sweet-tart taste pair perfectly with the ocean view. They also offer a wide variety of drinks.
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A popular item on the food menu is the "Ishigakijima-san Misaki-gyu (Misaki beef) Roast Beef Bowl." They slowly cook the rare Misaki-gyu at a low temperature and use light seasoning to bring out its rich flavor.
It is said to come with vegetables from Ishigakijima (Ishigaki Island), plus avocado and a soft-boiled egg, and they recommend mixing everything together before eating.
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This cafe has a terrace with an amazingly pleasant view. If the weather is nice, the outdoor seats are recommended. The taco rice came with multigrain rice and lots of vegetables, and it was very healthy and tasty. It was a little spicy, but even people who are not good with spicy food could probably still give it a try. It looks like you can also have a BBQ here!
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mi-0404
I had lunch at a cafe with a nice atmosphere. Before heading to Taketomi-jima (Taketomi Island), I stopped by and chose the taco rice, which came out quickly. It was topped with island vegetables like goya (bitter melon), and it was really tasty〜. It had a bit of a kick, while the cheese added a mellow touch. I felt so relaxed on the terrace where I could eat while looking out at the sea!
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Nobare Misaki Kanko Noen is a cafe on a hill in the northern part of Ishigakijima (Ishigaki Island), with a fruit farm growing pineapples and other produce attached.
The lawn open terrace seats offer a great view of the emerald green sea. The ocean breeze flows through, so it stays cool even in summer and is said to be very comfortable.
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They serve drinks and light meals made with freshly picked fruit grown on their farm. From spring to early summer, they harvest mangoes known for their high sugar content.
You can enjoy them as juice, floats, and parfaits. With no sugar and no additives, the natural flavor of the fruit really comes through.
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Their homemade pineapple juice is popular. It uses pineapples grown at a nearby farm, with high sugar content and mild acidity.
It captures the simple sweetness and rich flavor as they are, and its gentle mouthfeel is said to be soothing.
さきいか。
The view from the terrace seats is just amazing and the best＼(^o^)／It instantly makes you feel like you’re in Okinawa. The drinks and ice cream were both delicious〜！！It’s also close to the airport, so definitely stop by if you have a little free time before your flight!
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こじま家(kojimafam)
What surprised me when I visited was how beautiful the entire facility is! The contrast between the blue sea and the beautifully maintained green trees and lawn was really lovely☺️There are also terrace seats, so I recommend enjoying good food and drinks while taking in the beautiful view✨
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Kourakuen is a fruit parlor and cafe located in the Hirae area in the central part of Ishigakijima (Ishigaki Island). Surrounded by fields in a peaceful setting, it is popular as a place to recharge between sightseeing stops.
The seating is on an open terrace with a lawn. Instead of ocean views, it offers a wide view of the island’s mountains.
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They serve menu items centered on guava, grown on their own farm, along with seasonal tropical fruits.
The "Fresh Mixed Juice" is said to stand out for the juicy texture of the fruit pulp. It is described as a rich, freshly squeezed drink that feels almost like eating fruit.
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The “Fruit Shape Ice” is kakigori (shaved ice) topped with homemade fruit sauce over fine, fluffy ice.
It is said to be so generous that it comes loaded with chunks of fruit, making the most of the fruit’s natural sweetness. They recommend eating it with condensed milk poured over it.
はらぺこあんちゃん
We decided to take our time and enjoy it at the terrace seats behind the restaurant◎It had guava, dragon fruit, and maybe pineapple too? Anyway, it had a real tropical taste and was so good✨It was delicious, and with the great view and fresh air, it really made us not want to go home at all. lol
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アリムさん☆★
There are so many drink options that it is hard to choose what to order... Since I was on Ishigakijima (Ishigaki Island), I went with the shikuwasa frozen drink♪ It was freshly squeezed and delicious!! The nice balance of tartness and sweetness really stood out. You can also take in the great outdoors of Ishigakijima here!! You can enjoy a tasty drink while looking out at the mountains.
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Uli Uli Cafe is a cafe with hamburgers as its main offering, located directly below Tamatorizaki Tenbodai (Tamatorizaki Observatory) in the northeastern part of Ishigakijima (Ishigaki Island). You can also enjoy sweets made with ingredients from Ishigakijima and drinks.
At the open terrace seats, you can relax at your own pace in a lush natural setting surrounded by gajumaru (banyan trees), a tropical plant native to Okinawa.
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They offer many sweets made with beni-imo (Okinawan purple sweet potato), a sweet potato mainly grown in Okinawa. This is a hot-and-cold dessert made with piping hot crumble mixed with beni-imo and topped with ice cream.
Beni-imo has a simple, gentle sweetness, and the crisp texture is said to be so good that you will keep coming back for more.
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The “Uri Uri Hamburger” comes as a single plate with fries and salad, making it perfect for a cafe lunch.
This gourmet burger sandwiches a 100% Ishigaki-gyu (Ishigaki beef) patty and cheddar cheese in a homemade hard style bun. It is said to have a simple flavor that brings out the good taste of the meat.
肉と酒000
At the terrace seats, I ordered the Uriuri Burger! Just as good as I expected, so tasty! The meat was great, and it went really well with the bun too! Sitting on the terrace, reading a book and slowly sipping coffee, this really felt like Ishigaki (Ishigaki).
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Naoサマー☆
When you sit on the terrace seats, it feels as if you are in the middle of a forest. The garden is planted with tropical trees, and birdsong fills the air. It is a café where you can escape the strong sun and happily spend the whole day doing nothing.
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ISHIGAKI MARKET is a stylish cafe with an ocean view, located along the national highway near Tamatorizaki Tenbodai (Tamatorizaki Observation Deck). They serve sweets made with fruits from Ishigakijima (Ishigaki Island), along with light meal options.
The open terrace seats set up on the ocean side are said to have an airy feel that lets you fully enjoy a tropical resort mood.
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The pancakes, made with the restaurant's own batter and cooked to a soft, airy finish, are especially popular. People rave about their texture, saying they seem to melt away in your mouth.
They come topped with plenty of fruit, including mango and pineapple. Another highlight is the bright assortment that makes the most of seasonal fruit.
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The "ito-pinsu (shaved ice made of thread-like fine layers of ice)" here is kakigori (Japanese shaved ice) made by layering very fine, thread-like ice over and over. It melts smoothly in the mouth, and offers a new kind of kakigori where you can really taste the fruit flavors.
They offer Ishigaki-jima (Ishigaki Island)-style flavors such as "beni-imo (purple sweet potato)" and "mango."
ミューミュー30
You can get a great view of the sea from the terrace. Of course, we could also see it well from inside the restaurant. We ordered two pancakes, one topped with all the fruits and one plain, and shared them among four people. We waited about 30 minutes for them to finish cooking, but they were fluffy and very delicious. The pineapple juice was also delicious〜.
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みー0620
It really has a strong tropical feel, and the inside, the terrace seats, and even the food are all cute( *¯ ꒳¯*)！！You can see just a tiny bit of the ocean from the terrace seats! I ordered the all toppings pancakes! The pancakes had a light and fluffy feel! It looks like a lot, but it’s easier to finish than you’d think(՞ . .՞)"It’s a nice place to relax!
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Pine Juice no Yuntaku is a juice stand and cafe run directly by a farm. It has an attached pineapple farm and is a standalone house set in lush green surroundings.
The open terrace seating is said to be a relaxing space where you can look out at tropical plants. You can enjoy freshly squeezed drinks made with fruits from Ishigakijima (Ishigaki Island).
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Their smoothie drinks, made with 100% fruit juice and no added water, are popular. They are sweetened with the natural sugars of the fruit.
The "Pineapple Mango Mix" here is served in two layers. The best part is mixing the two flavors to your liking as you drink.
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The most popular item is the pineapple juice. It is made with a special blend of three kinds of pineapple grown on the farm. Since they press it only after an order comes in, it is said to be exceptionally fresh.
It is said to have a thick texture and rich mouthfeel, letting you directly enjoy its naturally sweet and tangy flavor.
わらびもちーず
I ordered 100% pineapple juice! Even though it was juice, it was so rich and thick like a smoothie, and really tasty! This is a place where you can soak up that real Ishigakijima (Ishigaki Island) vibe, so I definitely recommend checking it out! The terrace seats are super cute. They even have hibiscus flowers there, and when I put one in my hair, it looked so cute♩
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好きな物食べたい
I had the pineapple juice. I had high hopes for it, but it tasted even better than I expected…！！It was so fresh, like the pineapple had been squeezed as is！！！It is the best thing on a hot day. I could not stop gulping it down.
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Miyara Noen is a cafe on a hill near Fusaki Beach on the coastline of Ishigaki-jima (Ishigaki Island). Run directly by a fruit farm, it offers fresh homegrown fruit.
The open terrace seats are said to be in a great location with sweeping views of the sea and greenery. The ocean breeze passes through pleasantly, giving the space an excellent sense of openness.
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Fresh juice made by squeezing fruit for each order is popular. Their homegrown guava juice is said to use very little water or sugar, letting you enjoy the fruit’s own natural sweetness.
It has plenty of fruit pulp, with a simple and clean finish, making it an easy drink you can gulp down.
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The "pine kakigori (shaved ice)" is a fluffy shaved ice dessert made with plenty of homegrown pineapple flesh. They do not use any syrup, and finish it with a puree made only from the fruit flesh.
It is said to have a rich pineapple flavor, and the way the fibers gently come apart in your mouth is excellent.
てんとう虫ゆう
The terrace seating is set up inside a large tent-like area, with about 9 sets of tables and chairs, and it feels cool when the breeze blows. I had the pineapple shaved ice. It was topped with plenty of thick pineapple sauce and was delicious.
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m-sakaguchi
I found it on the way to the beach, so I stopped by. I quenched my thirst with guava juice. Anyway, the view is great. The breeze feels nice too. I recommend it for anyone who wants to just zone out.
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NUTSTOWN COFFEEROASTERS is a cafe on Manseikan-dori in Okawa, Ishigaki City, where you can enjoy authentic coffee. It offers a selection of high quality coffee beans from around the world, along with food made with ingredients from Ishigakijima (Ishigaki Island).
There is open terrace seating at the restaurant, and the space is said to feel bright with the breeze flowing through. It seems like a great place to enjoy the laid back atmosphere of Ishigakijima.
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They are known for roasting Special specialty coffee every day and carefully brewing it by hand drip to bring out the character of the beans.
The "Nutty Latte" is an original latte topped with nut cream and nutty flavors. It is said to offer a nice balance of bitterness, sweetness, and roasted aroma in one.
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They also offer assorted varieties available sweets and light meal options. The “Honjitsu no Gokujo Jibie Dog” is a menu item that lets you enjoy fresh sausage made with daily changing gibier (game meat) such as venison and wild boar.
Served in hard bread and very filling, it is said to be a great choice for brunch as well.
mmtblog
A cafe open from morning to evening. You can enjoy authentic coffee here. I wasn’t sure about the flavors, so I asked the staff, and they kindly explained them to me. The coffee was delicious, but the croissant was especially good. Just like its name, Kiwami (ultimate). I didn’t expect to find such a great croissant on Ishigakijima (Ishigaki Island).
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うにグルメ
It has an image of attracting lots of tourists, and since it is affiliated with Rihalou, the retail selection is also extensive! The parking lot is spacious, so it is easy to get to!! The interior is stylish, and you can relax and take your time! In the cooler seasons, having a drink on the terrace is also a great option!
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