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FamilyMart Miyako Irabu | The Only Convenience Store on Irabu Island (Miyako)

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The only convenience store in the Irabu Island and Shimojishima area is this FamilyMart Miyako Irabu. Located near the intersection of Prefectural Routes 90 and 204 close to Sarahama Port, it operates 24 hours, year-round. As large supermarkets and convenience stores are few on the island, it is a valuable presence for travellers to rely on for replenishing drinks, light meals and daily necessities, and for withdrawing cash at the ATM. Dropping by before heading out to Irabu Island or Shimojishima sightseeing by hire car or rental bike is convenient for hydration mid-drive and procuring rice balls and bento. With parking for about 14 cars, dropping by by car is reassuring too. The reassurance of being open before and after Shimojishima Airport or beach touring, and during early-morning or late-night travel, can be called a major appeal in remote-island sightseeing. It is a spot to remember as a reliable hub smoothing your island stay.

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Basic Information

  • Location (Island)Irabu Island
  • AddressAza Maezato-soe 647-1, Irabu, Miyakojima City, Okinawa
  • Hours / Opening time24 hours (open year-round)
  • ClosedNone
  • FeeFree (in-store goods are paid)
  • ParkingAvailable, free, about 14 cars
  • Contact0980-78-5308

Visiting tips & what to bring

Toilets and an ATM are usable both inside and outside the shop, but being a remote-island store, some goods and services may differ from main-island stores. It can get crowded in the tourist season and at boat/plane arrival times. As the surroundings are living streets of the Sarahama village with narrow sections, take care entering/leaving the car park and stopping on the road. As the specialist range such as beach goods is limited, preparing snorkel gear and the like in advance is recommended.

For families with small children

Being open 24 hours with clean toilets usable for breastfeeding and nappy changes, and baby goods (disposable nappies, snacks, drinks) available, it is a reassuring replenishment hub for families with small children. It can respond when you suddenly need drinks, light meals or cash during remote-island sightseeing, a reassuring factor. However, as it is not a playground, take great care of children running out in the car park or inside.

FAQ

Q.Is this the only convenience store on Irabu Island?

A.Yes, FamilyMart Miyako Irabu is the only convenience store in the Irabu Island and Shimojishima area. This store is the one to rely on for procuring food, drinks and daily necessities.

Q.Is it open 24 hours?

A.Yes, it operates 24 hours, year-round. It is convenient to drop by before early-morning 17END or before/after late-night and early-morning travel.

Q.Can you use the ATM?

A.You can use the in-store FamilyMart ATM. As remote islands often have situations needing cash, withdrawing here before sightseeing is reassuring.

Q.Is there parking?

A.Yes, there is free parking for about 14 cars. It handles drop-bys by hire car or rental bike.

Q.Where is it?

A.It is in Maezato-soe, near the intersection of Prefectural Routes 90 and 204 close to Sarahama Port. It is an easy location to access by crossing the Irabu Ohashi Bridge and heading toward Sarahama.