Kabira Marine Service
川平マリンサービス24°28′ N 124°09′ EBoatIshigaki-jimaEnglish spoken
Kabira Marine Service runs 30-minute glass-bottom boat trips on Kabira Bay every 15 minutes from 9:00 to 17:00, at ¥2,300 for adults in 2026, from its desk in the Kabira community building by Kabira Park.
The company has run glass-bottom boats on Kabira Bay since 1985, and its crew are mostly from Kabira village. The captain keeps up a running commentary as he eases the boat over the coral, and the company says the odds of seeing a sea turtle are excellent. Swimming is banned in the bay because of its strong currents, which makes the boat the way to see what's under that famous colour.
Arrive by car in about 40 minutes from the airport or 30 from the port terminal, or take the route bus to the Kabira Koen stop, a minute's walk away. The company's own car park holds 10 cars, and when it's full the city car park next door charges ¥200 for the first hour. English is fine at the desk.
What they offer
| Offering | From | Duration | Months |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kabira Bay glass-bottom boat2026 fare for ages 12 and up; ages 4–11 ¥1,200; one child of 3 or under rides free with each adult, without a seat. Boats leave every 15 minutes from 9:00, last boat 17:00. Online booking offers a late-booking discount and a plan with a Blue Seal ice cream. | ¥2,300 / adult | About 30 min | Year-round |
FAQ
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How much is the glass-bottom boat at Kabira Bay?
Kabira Marine Service charges ¥2,300 for adults and ¥1,200 for children aged 4–11 in 2026 for its 30-minute glass-bottom boat. Boats leave every 15 minutes from 9:00 to 17:00.
Can you swim in Kabira Bay?
No. Swimming is prohibited in Kabira Bay because of its strong tidal currents, so the glass-bottom boats are the way to see its coral.
Do Kabira Bay glass-bottom boats run in winter?
Yes. Kabira Marine Service operates year-round, closing only when typhoons or sea conditions stop the boats. Phone 0980-88-2335 on the day to check.
Does Kabira Marine Service speak English?
Yes. Kabira Marine Service works in Japanese and English.
Is Kabira Marine Service open in winter?
Kabira Marine Service: The boats run every day of the year and stop only for typhoons or rough sea, so phone on a windy winter morning before you drive out. Rain doesn't stop the trip, and the company asks you to bring rain gear.
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