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Ishigaki Public Market

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Ishigaki Public Market

石垣公設市場

Okinawa

Ishigaki Public Market gathers 26 tenants over three floors in the centre of Ishigaki City, selling Yaeyama seafood, local produce and Okinawan preserved foods. Entry is free and it trades 9:00 AM–8:00 PM, but it is closed on Sundays.

Why we picked it

Many tourists overlook this market in favor of more popular attractions, missing out on authentic local experiences.

Best season
Year-round
Crowd level
Moderate
Rating
3.9· 3,090 reviews
Opening hours
Mon–Sat 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM Sun Closed

Usual hours — confirm with the official site for holidays + seasonal closures.

Admission
Free to enter; you pay only at the individual shops/food stalls (26 tenants over 3 floors).
Website
ishigaki-kousetsu-ichiba.com

Today

9:00–20:00Sun closedFree

Stored weekly hours

Mon–Sat 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM Sun Closed

Tags

marketfoodculture

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