The northern area of ​​Ishigaki Island offers a refreshing sea breeze, lush greenery, and a strong local feel.

This article introduces a bakery in Nosoko that serves amazing bagels!

There are hardly any bakeries in the northern area, and this is a valuable spot where you can also enjoy a cafe experience with your food inside, so be sure to check it out.

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1. What is ISHIGAKI LABO?
2. Where is ISHIGAKI LABO located? Is there parking available?
3. Recommended bread from ISHIGAKI LABO
3-1. Ishigaki Salt Butter Bagel
3-2. Baguette
3-3. Cream Bun
4. Interior: There is a raised seating area for eating in.
5. Summary

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1. What is ISHIGAKI LABO?

ISHIGAKI LABO is a bakery located in Nosoko, in the northern part of Ishigaki Island.

This shop features breads made with local island ingredients, and is particularly known for its wide variety of bagels.

Standing alone amidst the vast natural landscape along the coast, it resembles a secret hideout.

This is a hidden gem of a shop, so popular that many people drive all the way from the city center just to buy their bread.

2. Where is ISHIGAKI LABO located? Is there parking available?

Address: 945-4 Nosoko, Ishigaki City, Okinawa Prefecture
HP:https://www.ishigaki-labo.com/

ISHIGAKI LABO is about a 40-minute drive from the city center.
It's located in the Nosoko area, a route often taken when driving to Tamatorizaki Observatory or Hirakubozaki Lighthouse.
Opening hours are Tuesday to Sunday, 10:00 AM to 16:30 PM. Closed on Mondays.

The spacious area in front of the store serves as the parking lot.

The parking lot is often full during lunchtime.
If you want to take your time, it's best to go right after opening or around 14 PM.

3. Recommended bread from ISHIGAKI LABO

If you're going to ISHIGAKI LABO, here's my top recommendation for a bread you absolutely must try.
Check out our reviews of recommended breads you can only find here, as well as breads that are popular based on word-of-mouth, along with our personal taste test reports!

3-1. Ishigaki Salt Butter Bagel

There are always about six types of bagels available. Among them, the absolute best recommendation is the "Ishigaki Salt Butter Bagel (250 yen)".

The shop's sign even features a picture of a bagel, and bagels are incredibly popular, as evidenced by word-of-mouth recommendations.

I myself became hooked on the deliciousness of ISHIGAKI LABO's bread after trying this bagel, and I've been back many times.

A chewy texture and a rich, melting butter flavor.

The salt from Ishigaki Island adds a nice accent and further enhances the umami flavor.

These bagels are guaranteed to get you hooked after just one bite.

And what's quite unusual is the "Moringa Bagel" (250 yen), which has a deep green color.

Moringa is a superfood that grows in Okinawa.

From its leaves to its roots, it's packed with over 90 kinds of nutrients, earning it the nickname "miracle tree."

These bagels made with moringa have a flavor that evokes images of greenery and the earth.

3-2. Baguette

ISHIGAKI LABO offers a wide variety of breads, including hard-crusted types, ranging from savory to sweet.

The "Baguette (320 yen)" is perfect for taking home.

They will cut it to your preferred size, such as "8 slices cut diagonally."

Its distinguishing feature is that it is finished by fermenting at a low temperature for a long period of time.

The natural deliciousness of the wheat is brought out, resulting in a chewy and moist texture.

It's fine as is, but it's also delicious if you lightly fry it in a pan.

3-3. Cream Bun

For sweet treats, I recommend the "Cream Bun (220 yen)".

When you pick it up with tongs, you'll be surprised and think, "Is it really this fluffy?!"

The dough is thin and soft, and the flavor is mild.

It contains just the right amount of rich custard cream inside.

It has a comforting, nostalgic taste.

4. Interior: There is a raised seating area for eating in.

There is a cafe space inside the store where you can eat in.
After paying, take the tray to your table.

The fact that there's a toaster means you can heat things up as you like, which is a nice bonus.

The drinks include coffee and fresh juices.

This is a rare spot that can also be used as a cafe.

Alternatively, you can enjoy eating bread in the shop first, and then buy some to take home.

5. Summary

If you're in Ishigaki Island, "ISHIGAKI LABO" is a bakery you should definitely go out of your way to visit.

There aren't many bakeries on Ishigaki Island that carry this many bagels.

Enjoy exquisite bagels and bread in a secluded hideaway nestled in the heart of nature.

You're sure to be captivated by its deliciousness! When you visit Ishigaki Island, why not give it a try?