Chaka Chaka

Chaka Chaka opened in 2002 with the auspicious claim of being the southernmost reggae bar in Japan. This claim is almost certainly true and the reggae-influenced roots of this bar, which has a huge mural of Bob Marley painted on its rear wall, are unmistakable.

First impressions portray a rather dimly-lit establishment, but this serves to compliment the ambience of this laid-back, friendly bar which is run by two guys – Hisashi and Taichi (a local surfer).

Once a month a 'Reggae / Dance' night is held at Chaka Chaka and if you're looking to experience some of Ishigaki's late-night scene you could do far worse than to check out this bar which has developed quite a following amongst locals.

Drinks

Alcoholic drinks include a reasonable selection of bottled international beers in addition to a wide range of cocktails, wine, awamori and of course, Orion beer.

Food

Chaka Chaka has a good selection of light meals and snacks with the most popular dish being their 'Jamaican jerk chicken'. Other dishes include, tacos, nachos and mini-pizzas.

Location

Chaka Chaka is located on the 3rd floor of a building and is very easy to miss unless you're specifically looking for it. When approaching from the direction of the ferry terminal through the town center take a left down the road before Misakichou's main street (Misakichou's main street is the one with large 'Ooritouri' signs at each end).