Ishigaki City Public Market

**Overview** Walk from the Ishigaki ferry terminal to this covered public market inside Euglena Mall. Browse the seafood and meat stalls, find island vegetables or cut fruit at Sun Ishigaki, and pick up a food gift for the ferry. The market dates to 1899 and added an eat-in area when it reopened in 2021, so it also works as a lunch stop on a rainy day. Start here if you have only a short window downtown, then browse the surrounding arcade if you have more time. **Key metrics** - Market founded: 1899 - Listed market hours: 09:00–20:00 - Walk from ferry terminal: About 5 min - Current building completed: 1987 **Pros** - The covered market combines island produce, seafood, souvenirs and lunch. - The city lists the market within a five-minute walk of the ferry and bus terminals. - Published tenant listings let you check which food stalls suit your visit. **Cons** - The market is useful on an Ishigaki itinerary and requires a separate trip from the main island. - Stall schedules vary and market-wide hours do not guarantee your chosen vendor is open. - The specialty-products sales center announced renovation with a reopening date still to be set. **Best for** Travelers who want local food gifts and lunch in downtown Ishigaki. **Things to watch out for** Check the second- and fourth-Sunday closures and the hours for any stall you want to visit. Other vendors remain open during the specialty-products center renovation.