This time we're heading to HOSHINOYA Taketomi Island, Ishigaki Island and Taketomi Island with the best drone team. In addition to breathtaking scenic footage, we've packed it with real information you won't find in guidebooks and trivia that will make your trip many times more enjoyable. ✈️ Drone Administrative Scrivener: Shintaro Sasaki (For help with the complicated drone flight permit applications and rules, contact Mr. Sasaki!) • 【法令調査データプレゼント】竹富島でドローンを飛ばす方法についてドローン専門の行政書... 🚁 Drone Pilot: Hayato Yokoyama (A genius at stable, cinematic aerial photography!) / @drone-creator-hayato 🚀 FPV Drone Pilot: Erinnu (A master of bird-like, speed-filled footage!) • ドローン教室@GIZMODO ドローンパイロットえりんぬ NannyME オンライン... L Erinnu's drone class (NannyME) can be booked on LINE! https://lin.ee/veTELWQ If you enjoyed this trip, please give us a like and subscribe! It will be a great encouragement for our next trip! Please let us know in the comments where you'd like to go. #OkinawaTrip #TaketomiIsland #HoshinoyaTaketomiIsland #Hoshinoya #Okinawa #IshigakiIsland #Beach #Ocean #okinawa #ishigaki #island #ocean #japan #hiddengem 4K Drone VLOG: Is HOSHINOYA Taketomi Island Japan's Most Beautiful Resort? | The Ultimate Okinawa Travel Guide YouTube Description Planning a trip to Hoshinoya Taketomi Island in Okinawa? Stop scrolling. This is the ultimate 4K visual guide you've been searching for. This isn't just a travel vlog; it's a masterclass in experiencing Japan's most beautiful and remote islands, created by a team of Japanese travel and professional drone pilots. I'm Ayaka Sasaki, an Onsen (Hot Spring) Sommelier, and while I usually travel solo, this time I brought my expert crew to show you how to experience Ishigaki and the Taketomi Islands to their absolute fullest. We share our insider secrets, professional tips, and breathtaking 4K drone footage that will make you feel like you're flying with us over the emerald green ocean. ✅ IN THIS VIDEO, YOU'LL DISCOVER: A Complete Tour of HOSHINOYA Taketomi Island: See the traditional Ryukyu-style guest pavilions, the 24-hour pool The "Google Maps Trap": Learn why Google Maps can be misleading on remote islands and the best way to find restaurants that are actually open. ✈️ MEET OUR PROFESSIONAL TEAM: AYAKA SASAKI (Host | OnsenbyAYAKAJAPAN): Your guide to the best of Japanese travel and onsen culture. 🌏 A PRACTICAL GUIDE FOR YOUR OKINAWA TRIP: ESSENTIAL APPS: Transportation: The "DiDi" ride-hailing app is useful on Ishigaki Island. Note that "GO" and "Uber" are not widely available here. Weather: Okinawa's weather is famously unpredictable. Use an app with a reliable rain radar like "Windy" or "tenki.jp" to avoid sudden squalls. Translation: Google Translate (with the offline Japanese dictionary downloaded) is your best friend. Payments: While credit cards are common, Japan is still a cash-heavy society. For easy train and convenience store payments, get a "Welcome Suica" or "PASMO PASSPORT" IC card at the airport. NAVIGATING THE ISLANDS: Ferries: Book your ferry tickets online from Ishigaki Port to Taketomi in advance to check for discounts. Use the coin lockers at the port for heavy luggage. Taketomi Island: Renting a bicycle is the best way to get around. App-based sharing services don't exist here; rent from a shop at the port or in the village. An electric-assist bike is highly recommended for the sandy paths! Important: There are NO major convenience stores (like 7-Eleven, FamilyMart) or supermarkets on Taketomi Island. Buy any essential snacks, drinks, or medicine on Ishigaki before you board the ferry. *INSIDER GOURMET TIPS: Yaeyama Soba: Different from mainland Okinawa soba, it has thin, straight noodles. The broth is a light, delicious blend of pork and bonito fish flakes. Be sure to try adding a dash of the local "Piya-shi" (island pepper). Kuruma Prawns (Ebi Fry): Taketomi is a major center for farmed Kuruma Prawns. The "Ebi Fry" (deep-fried prawns) at local diners are incredibly fresh and a must-try. Ishigaki Beef: A famous brand of wagyu beef. Treat yourself to an unforgettable steak or yakiniku (Japanese BBQ) dinner on Ishigaki Island. Awamori: This is Okinawa's indigenous distilled spirit, made from long-grain rice. It's stronger than sake. Visiting a local distillery for a tasting is a great cultural experience. #JapanTravel #Okinawa #Hoshinoya #TaketomiIsland #Ishigaki #DroneJapan #4KVlog #VisitOkinawa #LuxuryTravelJapan #JapaneseFood