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From Sogenji Ishimon (stone gate), cross the Sogenji Bridge, then turn right and follow the Kumoji River. Turn left at the first traffic light, cross the Nakayoshi Bridge, and continue down the road. There will be a monorail above you when you cross the bridge. Then, turn right at the second alleyway and go straight until you come out at a big street named Okiei Street. Turn left onto Okiei Street and you will soon come to the Mutsumibashi intersection.

Mutsumibashi Intersection

On the side where Kokusai Street meets the Mutsumibashi intersection you will see two shopping arcades, Mutsumibashi Street and Ichiba-hondori Street. Go down Ichiba-hondori, which is next to the large fashion store building.

Ichiba-hondori Street

You will see souvenir shops on both sides of Ichiba-hondori selling Okinawan products like awamori (a distilled alcoholic drink made with Indica rice) and sanshin (a traditional Okinawan three-stringed instrument). This arcade area is meant for pedestrians, so walk your bicycle and take time to enjoy the splendid assortment of local products. Continue straight down Ichiba-hondori and you will see the First Makishi Public Market. Turn left at the market and you will come to Heiwa Street. Turn right at Heiwa Street, then go straight for a short distance and you will come to a fork in the road. Go down the road to the left that follows the shopping arcade and you will come to Tsuboya Yachimun Street at the end of the arcade.