Located in the heart of Ishigaki, 730 Crossing marks a pivotal moment in postwar Okinawan history when traffic switched overnight from right-hand to left-hand driving on July 30, 1978. Following decades of U.S. military administration, the seamless transition was celebrated as a major milestone and memorialized at this central intersection. Today, the surrounding plaza has been revitalized as 730 Shiishii Park, where the historic marker stands proudly guarded by traditional lion-dog statues. It offers travelers a quick and fascinating glimpse into the island's unique 20th-century geopolitical journey.
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