Ishima Kanko Service | Miyako Soba and Marine Rentals at Toguchi-no-Hama (Irabu, Miyako)

Ishima Kanko Service is a handy shop standing right in front of Toguchi-no-Hama, one of Irabu Island's finest white-sand beaches, offering Miyako soba, marine rentals and souvenirs. The Miyako soba, served with house-made chilli miso, is a popular bowl that locals come to eat too, letting you take a breather before or after sea play. The marine rentals have a wide range, from snorkel masks, fins, wetsuits, life jackets, beach parasols, rubber rings and box goggles to kayaks (2 hours), so you can enjoy the sea at Toguchi-no-Hama empty-handed. For souvenirs, it sells items such as Simon tea (tea bags). Meals are Monday to Saturday 9:00 to 16:00, rentals handled until evening, and the return of rental items is by 16:30 on the day as a guideline. For travellers who want to fully enjoy the beach, it is a reliable base providing meals, gear and souvenirs all at once.

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Basic Information

Location (Island)Irabu Island
AddressAza Irabu 1391-1, Irabu, Miyakojima City, Okinawa
Hours / Opening timeMeals (Miyako soba): Mon to Sat 9:00 to 16:00 / marine rental reception: 9:00 to 17:00 (official listing 8:30 to 20:00; after 17:00 transferred to mobile). Return of rental items by 16:30 on the day
ClosedSunday (meals section). Rental operation to be confirmed
FeeMeals such as Miyako soba up to around 999 yen. Marine rentals (snorkel gear, rubber rings, parasols, 2-hour kayak, etc.) separate by item. Confirm fee details with the shop
ParkingAvailable; besides the car park beside the shop, you can use the Toguchi-no-Hama public car park and roadside
Contact0980-78-5006 / http://ijimakan.sakura.ne.jp/ijimakan/

Visiting tips & what to bring

Toguchi-no-Hama is a natural beach with no lifeguard, and caution is needed for currents and rip currents. Do not overdo snorkelling or kayaking, and return the day's rental items by 16:30. As the beach has little shade, preparing a hat, sunscreen and drinks is reassuring. As you walk over stairs and sand to the beach, beach sandals or marine shoes are comfortable to have. The meals section is closed on Sundays, so confirming the operating status by phone before visiting is recommended.

For families with small children

Toguchi-no-Hama is shallow with many calm days, an easy beach to play at even with small children. You can rent rubber rings, life jackets and parasols and have a meal right nearby, convenient as a swimming base for families with children aged 0 to 6. However, there is no lifeguard and shade is limited, so guardians should always accompany them and be mindful of frequent breaks, hydration and sun protection. As nappy-change and breastfeeding facilities cannot be expected, advance preparation is reassuring.

FAQ

Q.What can you do at this shop?

A.You can have meals such as Miyako soba, marine rentals such as snorkel gear, rubber rings, parasols and kayaks, and buy souvenirs such as Simon tea, all in one place. It is a handy base for sea play at Toguchi-no-Hama.

Q.By when do I return rental items?

A.The return of rental items is by 16:30 on the day as a guideline. Reception is handled until evening, but plan with time to spare in your sea-play schedule.

Q.From what time can you eat Miyako soba?

A.Meals are served Monday to Saturday from around 9:00 to 16:00, closed Sunday. The Miyako soba with house-made chilli miso is the specialty. Confirming the operating status by phone before visiting is reassuring.

Q.Is there parking?

A.Besides the car park beside the shop, you can use the Toguchi-no-Hama public car park and roadside. It is an easy location to secure parking together with beach use.

Q.Can you go swimming empty-handed?

A.You can rent masks, fins, wetsuits, life jackets, rubber rings, parasols, chairs and even kayaks, so with a swimsuit and towel you can enjoy the sea at Toguchi-no-Hama empty-handed.