Local Guide
7 recommended gourmet spots on Kohama Island

It takes about 25 minutes to get to Kohama Island by high-speed boat from Ishigaki Island. The beautiful blue gradation of the ocean, the wide open sky, and the sugarcane swaying in the breeze create a charming atmosphere for the tranquil island time. Here are some recommended gourmet spots where you can enjoy breakfast, lunch, and dinner on Kohama Island. Immerse yourself in the relaxed island time and enjoy a happy moment with delicious food.

Great coffee complements sandwiches and sweets

Enjoy a delicious cafe time with the delicious "ABC Sandwich" (550 yen) and "Sakurai Latte" (450 yen)
Enjoy a delicious cafe time with the delicious "ABC Sandwich" (550 yen) and "Sakurai Latte" (450 yen)

This small coffee roastery is located in the village of Kubazaki, located on the westernmost tip of Kohama Island. The "ABC Sandwich" is a popular hot sandwich made with the golden combination of avocado, bacon, and cheese.
The perfect accompaniment to a hot sandwich is Sakurai Coffee's original "Sakurai Latte," made with soy milk, milk, and Okinawan cane sugar. The slightly sweet Sakurai Latte is so delicious you'll never forget it once you've tried it.

Relaxing time at a hidden coffee shop

The aroma of freshly ground coffee beans creates a blissful moment.
The aroma of freshly ground coffee beans creates a blissful moment.

There are only small counter seats and two two-seater tables inside the shop. The small space allows you to feel the owner's attention to detail. Pleasant music plays inside the shop, and the aroma of brewing coffee creates a happy atmosphere.
Desserts such as "Kohama Island Brown Sugar Gateau Chocolat" and "Baked Cheesecake Made with Ishigaki Jersey Cream" are also perfect companions to freshly brewed coffee.

Comments Local Guide
Sakurai Coffee & Island Coffee Roastery is a wonderful cafe where you can enjoy some special delicious food when you want to take a break.
Sakurai Coffee & Island Coffee Roastery
  • URLhttps://islandcoffee.thebase.in
  • 住所Okinawa Prefecture Yaeyama District Taketomi Town Obama 1496 108 Annex MAP
  • アクセスAbout 10 minutes by car from Obama Port
  • 営業時間12:00～17:00
  • 定休日Sunday, Monday, Tuesday
  • TEL070-1219-0011
  • 駐車場free

Start your day with a delicious breakfast and coffee

A colorful salad with a refreshing sour taste complements the Croque Madame. "Croque Madame" (1,600 yen)
A colorful salad with a refreshing sour taste complements the Croque Madame. "Croque Madame" (1,600 yen)

A small cafe located inside a hotel in the north of Kohama Island. Open from 8am to 11am, you can enjoy a delicious breakfast. The owner's commitment to using only the finest ingredients resulted in a delicious dish: Croque Madame, a classic French dish.
The dish includes country bread from Bread Django, a bakery on Ishigaki Island, ham from TESIO, a ham and sausage specialty store on Okinawa's main island, and a homemade béchamel sauce made with Marija milk from Ishigaki Island and wheat flour from Okinawa. The melted Gruyere cheese and soft-boiled fried egg create a rich and delicious flavor.

Start your trip in a relaxed, open space

Enjoy a luxurious time admiring the emerald green ocean in a relaxing space.
Enjoy a luxurious time admiring the emerald green ocean in a relaxing space.

The shop has a calm atmosphere with a view of the emerald green ocean of Kohama Island, and is lined with products from Okinawan artists selected by the owner. Each product has a unique, high-quality feel, and the lineup gives a glimpse of the owner's attention to detail. After breakfast, why not take a look at the products and find your own favorite?
Enjoy a delicious breakfast and coffee in an open space with high ceilings and large windows, and prepare for a happy morning on your journey.

Comments Local Guide
The breakfast is so delicious you'll be sad to finish it. All the dishes are best enjoyed with the recommended coffee.
CANAAN Breakfast and Coffee

The secret ingredient of this delicious burger is the brown sugar from Kohama Island.

"Obama Burger" 1,000 yen (fry set is an additional 200 yen), "Pineapple juice" 400 yen
"Obama Burger" 1,000 yen (fry set is an additional 200 yen), "Pineapple juice" 400 yen

This cafe is popular among both the islanders and tourists. The dynamic and filling "Obama Burger" is made with bacon, lettuce, tomato, fried egg, beef patty, and teriyaki sauce made with brown sugar.
When the restaurant first opened in 2009, the owner tried some brown sugar from Kohama Island and found it to be delicious, so he thought about incorporating it into the menu, and so this teriyaki sauce was born. The sweetness of the brown sugar creates a rich flavor that whets the appetite.

Relaxing island time at an ocean view cafe

A casual and cheerful space reminiscent of an American diner
A casual and cheerful space reminiscent of an American diner

With light music and an American diner-like atmosphere, the restaurant has counter seats by the windows, bar counter seats, and tables that seat four, so even Guest/customer with children can enjoy their meals without worry. The restaurant is on the second floor, up a flight of stairs, so you can enjoy an ocean view from the window.
In addition to the Obama Burger, they also offer taco burgers, taco rice, and french fries. In the evening, you can order Okinawan-style dishes such as "Ohamajima Sea Grapes" and "Island Shallots (Salted)" from the a la carte menu.

Comments Local Guide
If you have a little time before your return boat, we recommend enjoying some fries and a drink while looking out at the sea from the counter seats by the window.
BOB's CAFE
  • URLhttps://www.instagram.com/bobscafekohama/
  • 住所3400-38 Obama, Taketomi-cho, Yaeyama-gun, Okinawa Prefecture MAP
  • アクセスAbout 2 minutes walk from Obama Port
  • 営業時間11:15-16:00 (last order 15:30) *Ends when sold out
  • 定休日Irregular holidays
  • 駐車場None

A cafe filled with delicious food that you'll want to stop by if you come to Kohama Island

The secret to a delicious sundae is the syrup made from brown sugar from Kohama Island. "Brown Sugar Sundae" (550 yen)
The secret to a delicious sundae is the syrup made from brown sugar from Kohama Island. "Brown Sugar Sundae" (550 yen)

A small coffee shop located at the entrance to the village, up the straight road that stretches from Obama Port. You can enjoy the master's special "black chicken curry" and "keema curry", as well as delicious sweets.
The popular "Brown Sugar Sundae" is made with syrup made from brown sugar from Kohama Island, and the rich, deep sweetness and cold vanilla ice cream create an exquisite harmony. Other recommended flavors include brown sugar milk and passion fruit shaved ice.

The owners are a married couple, an oil painter and a picture book writer.

A relaxing space where you can feel the warmth of wood
A relaxing space where you can feel the warmth of wood

The interior of the restaurant has a calming atmosphere, with the warmth of wood, allowing you to enjoy the relaxed island time that is unique to Kohama Island. The tables and chairs in the restaurant are made of island wood such as yarabu wood (Terihaboku) and Ryukyu pine.
The Yalabu tree was apparently in the garden of a large old house next door to the house the owners used to live in. As they saw the tree every day, they were attached to it, so they accepted it on the condition that they would cover the cost of cutting it down, and had it turned into tables and chairs for the restaurant, with the feeling that they were bringing the tree back to life.

Comments Local Guide
Inside the store, you can also purchase lovely souvenirs such as tenugui towels and bags designed by his wife, who is a picture book author and illustrator.
COFFEE HOUSE Palm Tree
  • URLhttp://yashinoki.jp/yasinoki.htm
  • 住所2584 Obama, Taketomi-cho, Yaeyama-gun, Okinawa Prefecture MAP
  • アクセスAbout 4 minutes by car from Obama Port
  • 営業時間11:00～15:30
  • 定休日Wednesday and Thursday
  • TEL0980-85-3253
  • 駐車場free

The gently seasoned Okinawan cuisine will soothe your body and mind.

"Okinawa Gozen" (3,500 yen) where you can taste Okinawan home cooking, "Glass of Wine" (500 yen) *One or two extra dishes are included with the set shown in the photo
"Okinawa Gozen" (3,500 yen) where you can taste Okinawan home cooking, "Glass of Wine" (500 yen) *One or two extra dishes are included with the set shown in the photo

This creative restaurant is run by a chef from Kohama Island. The Okinawa Gozen menu, which serves Okinawan home cooking using fresh island ingredients, is lightly seasoned and made with plenty of seasonal ingredients unique to Okinawa, such as island fish sashimi, vinegared mozuku seaweed, green papaya salad, bitter melon salad, stir-fried carrots, jimami tofu, rafu-te, and champuru (stir-fried dish).
In addition to this, you can also enjoy Western-style cuisine using island ingredients, as well as the Chef's Choice Course. (The Okinawa Gozen and Chef's Choice Course are only available for dinner and require a reservation.)

Enjoy island cuisine in a relaxing atmosphere

The interior of the store has a nostalgic atmosphere with the warmth of wood, creating a relaxing space.
The interior of the store has a nostalgic atmosphere with the warmth of wood, creating a relaxing space.

The interior of the store, which has a wooden motif, displays everyday items that are characteristic of Okinawa, such as looms and Kuba hats, creating a space that exudes a sense of nostalgia. The lunch menu includes dishes such as "Taco rice with island tofu" and "Spicy curry," and the "Daily Lunch Plate" features dishes recommended by the chef using seasonal ingredients.
The Kei original hand-baked salted rice crackers sold in the store are perfect as souvenirs.

Comments Local Guide
We also highly recommend the "Chef's Choice Course," a Western-style meal made with island ingredients that is unique to Keiyorokobi!
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Exquisite Yakiniku recommended by our dedicated experts

The high-quality lean meat of Ishigaki beef is appealing for its melt-in-your-mouth tenderness and refreshing aftertaste. "Ishigaki beef lean meat" (1,980 yen), "Ishigaki beef premium lean meat" (2,200 yen), "Happy tongue" (2,800 yen)
The high-quality lean meat of Ishigaki beef is appealing for its melt-in-your-mouth tenderness and refreshing aftertaste. "Ishigaki beef lean meat" (1,980 yen), "Ishigaki beef premium lean meat" (2,200 yen), "Happy tongue" (2,800 yen)

This yakiniku restaurant serves the finest meat, carefully selected by yakiniku experts, in the best condition. Among them, the lean meat from Ishigaki beef is the restaurant's top recommendation, and is a must-try item when you visit. "Ishigaki beef lean meat," "Ishigaki beef premium lean meat," and "Ishigaki beef extreme lean meat" (can be ordered from a single slice).
The restaurant uses high-quality Ishigaki beef red meat, which is extremely juicy and tender, with a refreshing aftertaste that only red meat can offer. The luxuriously sized "Happy Tongue" fillet is also sure to leave you satisfied.

Recharge your energy with delicious yakiniku to rival the tropical sun

Enjoy yakiniku in a lodge-style restaurant with a wooden theme
Enjoy yakiniku in a lodge-style restaurant with a wooden theme

This restaurant is located in an area surrounded by trees near the entrance to Tumar Beach. Because it is close to the beach, there are outdoor seats where you can sit even when wet, allowing you to enjoy a yakiniku experience that is unique to the island. There is also tatami seating at the back of the lodge-style restaurant, so it is also suitable for families with small children and groups.
You can enjoy your own original yakiniku set meal by selecting your favorite meat from the abundant menu and combining it with rice and soup. Pick-up service between the restaurant and the port is also available with advance reservation, so even those who drink alcohol can visit the restaurant with peace of mind.

Comments Local Guide
One slice of "Ishigaki Beef Ultimate Lean Meat" is enough to satisfy your appetite. The exquisite tenderness and delicious flavor of Ishigaki beef will fill your mouth.
Yakiniku (grilled meat)
  • URLhttps://yakiniku-yaramasu.owst.jp
  • 住所3208-11 Obama, Taketomi-cho, Yaeyama-gun, Okinawa Prefecture MAP
  • アクセスAbout 5 minutes by car from Obama Port
  • 営業時間12:00-14:00 (Last orders for food 13:30, last orders for drinks 13:30)
    17:00-22:00 (Last orders for food 21:00, last orders for drinks 21:00)
  • 定休日Thursdays, 2nd and 4th Fridays *Open on the 2nd and 4th Fridays until October
  • TEL0980-85-3838
  • 駐車場free
  • メモFree shuttle service available

Enjoy Yaeyama soba in a cozy port restaurant

"Nankotsu Soki Soba" 1,000 yen. Thinly sliced egg and spring onions add color and flavor.
"Nankotsu Soki Soba" 1,000 yen. Thinly sliced egg and spring onions add color and flavor.

The bright yellow building in front of Obama Port is the restaurant's landmark. In addition to local dishes such as Yaeyama soba, the restaurant offers a wide variety of menu items such as set meals and rice bowls, and the warm hospitality of the husband and wife owners, making it popular with islanders and tourists alike.
The specialty soba soup is made with two types of kelp from Hidaka and Rausu, and bonito stock, and the flavor fills your mouth when you slurp the noodles. Along with the classic "shima soba," the "gankotsu soki soba" is also popular. This is a proud dish in which the gankotsu soki is simmered until soft and tender, then seared.

Relax and enjoy island cuisine and island time in a space filled with Okinawan flavors.

Orders are placed using a tablet. There are tables and raised seating, so it's safe for families with children.
Orders are placed using a tablet. There are tables and raised seating, so it's safe for families with children.

Inside the store, you'll notice Okinawan folk tools and crafts such as Kuba hats. The relaxed island time atmosphere is so comfortable you'll want to stay for a while.
The menu is diverse, including soba noodles, and the set meals, such as fried chicken, pork shogayaki, and goya chanpuru, are not only tasty but also filling. There is a lineup of dishes that will leave you spoilt for choice, including taco rice and katsudon, so it's no wonder that there are so many repeat customers. Enjoy the island cuisine with your favorite drink, such as Orion beer, awamori, mango or shikuwasa juice, or sanpin tea.

Comments Local Guide
Also noteworthy are sweets made with Kohama Island's brown sugar, such as "Brown Sugar Sata Andagi." "Po-po-Crepes" (from 14:00, not sold in summer) are made with dough containing brown sugar and come in a wide variety of flavors, such as whipped cream and mango banana cream.
Shimamuchu
  • 住所3390 Obama, Taketomi-cho, Yaeyama-gun, Okinawa Prefecture MAP
  • アクセスA short walk from Obama Port
  • 営業時間11:30～16:00
  • 定休日Irregular holidays
  • TEL0980-85-3881
  • 駐車場None

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