At the north end of the island, on the west coast, you will find this long strip of sand with a bit of offshore reef. As the name implies, this is one of the island's best spots to watch the sun set into the East China Sea. Shower and toilet facilities are also located here.
Sunset Beach
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7. Ishigaki City Yaeyama Museum
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This is the workshop where the island's woven minsā belts and other textiles are produced.