SweetsKokusai-dori
Beni-imo (purple sweet potato) tarts
紅いもタルト
Purple sweet potato tarts — Okinawa's classic gift.
Where to buyOkashi Goten Kokusai-dori Matsuo ↗
Shopping
Shopping streets & markets in Ishigaki Island, Okinawa · 2
Tax-free shopping changes from November 1, 2026
Instead of tax being deducted at the store, you now pay including tax and get it refunded later.
- Show your passport at a tax-free store and pay the tax-inclusive price
- When leaving Japan, customs at the airport checks your passport and purchases
- Once checked, the store (or a refund agent) refunds the consumption tax
Minimum spend and refund methods can vary by store, so ask before paying.
Shopping streetIshigaki Island
Euglena Mall
ユーグレナモール
An arcade in central Ishigaki with souvenirs, sweets and the public market.
MarketIshigaki Island
Ishigaki Public Market
石垣市公設市場
A market selling island fruit, seafood and local products.
Local products & gift ideas
3 gifts to bring home from Okinawa and where to buy them · Ishigaki Island first
SweetsKokusai-dori
Chinsuko
ちんすこう
Traditional Ryukyu cookies baked with lard, in salt and brown sugar flavors.
Where to buyArakaki Chinsuko Honpo ↗
FoodMiyako Island
Yukishio (Snow Salt)
雪塩
Fine salt made from Miyako Island seawater, plus salt sweets and ice cream.
Where to buyYukishio Museum (Miyako Island) ↗
Most are also sold at souvenir shops in airports and major stations. Check hours and stock via the Google Maps links.