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Ten of Ishigaki Island's quieter beaches, where few visitors go: Hirakubo, Sakieda, Yamabara (Crystal Beach), Kuura-no-hama, Shiraho, Tadahama, Kannon, Ohsaki, Akaishi, and Hirano — plus Oganzaki and Tamatorizaki Observatory as a bonus.

The seven most popular and best-known beaches on Ishigaki Island: Kabira Bay, Maesato, Fusaki, Yonehara, Ishigaki Island Sunset Beach, Sukuji, and Painuhama — plus Tamatorizaki Observatory and Oganzaki as a bonus.

Sakieda Minami-hama on Ishigaki Island is a quiet stretch of shore with clear water and 500 metres of beautiful sand. There is coral offshore for snorkeling and diving. Here is how to find the entrance, where to park, and what is nearby.

Hirakubozaki marks the northernmost point of Ishigaki Island, where emerald water and coral reef appear in the same view. The sunset and the night sky are both remarkable. Here is what to know about the walkway, the free parking lot, and how long to allow.

Kannon Beach on Ishigaki Island is a quiet find, with clear water and a genuinely beautiful sunset. Few visitors come here, so it suits anyone who wants a calm stretch of shore. Here is what to know about parking and safety.

Kuura-no-hama in the north of Ishigaki Island is a quiet find, with exceptionally clear water, beautiful sand, and a fine sunset. Ishigaki Island Sunset Beach is right next door. Here is what to know about parking, safety, and what is nearby.

Tadahama Coast on Ishigaki Island keeps its natural character, with clear water and shallows that stretch far out at low tide. Maesato Beach is right next door. Here is what to know about the free parking lot, how to reach the shore, and what is nearby.

Ohama Coast on Ishigaki Island keeps its natural character, with a well-kept walkway along the shore. It suits anyone who wants unhurried time by the sea rather than a swim. Here is what to know about the free parking lot and what is nearby.

Ryukyu Kannonzaki Lighthouse looks out over the sea near central Ishigaki, and the sunset here is the reason to come. A paved walkway makes it wheelchair accessible. Here is what to know about the free parking lot and Fusaki Beach nearby.

Painuhama Artificial Beach sits in the town area of Ishigaki Island, with clear water and clean sand. It opens for a limited season each year, so check the official site before you go. Here is what to know about parking, the neighboring park, and the Southern Gate Bridge.