If you visit Ishigaki Island, the crystal-clear blue sea is beautiful, but the orange sea that glows in the sunset is also highly recommended. Ishigaki Island has many sunset spots, but why not take a kayak and enjoy a panoramic sunset view while floating on the sea?

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1. Sunset Kayaking – Out into the Orange-Colored Ocean –
2. Recommended shops for sunset kayaking in Ishigaki Island
3. Conclusion

1. Sunset Kayaking – Out into the Orange-Colored Ocean –

Kayaking eliminates the need to change into a swimsuit. The tour proceeds as follows: meet at the shop, travel to the designated spot, receive a brief kayaking lesson, and then set off into the sea.
We set off as the sun began to set. The sea looks quite different from the perspective of a kayak.

This truly is the open sea. Can you see the small canoe in the background?

Moving further and further away from the coastline

The sky is light blue, and the orange of the sun is deepening, shining brighter.
It emits an intense light, and the light and orange color reach their peak just before the sun touches the horizon!

And then comes the magic hour.
For just a few minutes after sunset, you're enveloped in a gentle atmosphere where the sky and the sea all seem to become one.

A breathtaking view that makes you forget to even blink.
I let myself be carried away by the movement of the waves, and simply gaze at the western sky.

Once the magic hour is over, night slowly creeps in.

The start time for the sunset kayak tour varies depending on the season, but the entire tour usually lasts about two hours.
You'll be floating on the sea in your kayak for about an hour. During that hour, the scenery changes dramatically.
The sea, the sky, and the sun. The scenery that unfolds beyond what you can see is something only a kayaker can offer.

2. Recommended shops for sunset kayaking in Ishigaki Island

Chura Chura's cheerful staff

Chura Chura, a kayak and SUP tour specialist that is popular for its sunset kayak tours, has guides who are certified in water rescue and the Kayak Guide Association, so even first-timers can participate with peace of mind, and the tours are also full of great content!

What's more, you get to keep the photos taken by your guide during the sunset kayaking tour.
I'm so happy that someone took such beautiful photos of me and this special scenery.
*The photos on this page were also kindly provided by ChuraChura.

Of course, you're welcome to bring your own camera. The store also offers free rental of waterproof packs and sells waterproof cases for smartphones.

Chura Chura offers tours to sunset viewing spots throughout the year, and pick-up and drop-off services are available within Ishigaki Island's city center.
In addition to sunset tours, we also offer various other kayak and SUP tours, so if you'd like to try kayaking or SUP in Ishigaki Island, please feel free to inquire.

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3. Conclusion

With kayaking, you don't need to change into a swimsuit (you can participate as long as you're wearing clothes that can get wet), and there aren't many activities you can do in the evening.
If you go to Ishigaki Island, be sure to visit the orange-colored sea.

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