Sights in Ishigaki Jima
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Tōrin-ji
Founded in 1614, the Zen temple of Tōrin-ji, near the intersection of Shimin-kaikan-dōri and Rte 79, is home to the 18th-century guardian statues of Deva kings. Adjacent to the temple is Gongen-dō (権現堂), a small shrine rebuilt after being destroyed by a tsunami in 1771.
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Sunset Beach
At the north end of the island, on the west coast, you will find another long strip of sand with a bit of offshore reef. As the name implies, this is a good spot to watch the sun set into the East China Sea.
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Sukuji Beach
On the opposite side of the peninsula is a shallow beach that is good for families with children.
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Miyara Dōnchi
The unique home of a Ryūkyū Kingdom official dating from 1819; walk north along Sanbashi-dōri until you see signs in English.
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Kabira-wan
Just west of Yonehara is the equally famous Kabira-wan, a sheltered bay with white-sand shores and a couple of interesting clumplike islands offshore. This is more of a wading beach than a swimming beach and it's usually busy with boat traffic, which detracts somewhat from its beauty.
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Ishigaki City Yaeyama Museum
Located 100m southeast of the post office is this modest museum, which has exhibits on the culture and history of the island.
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