On a site only 500 meters distant from Camp Hansen stands Kin Temple. It is one of eight famous temples in okinawa and is operated by the Buddhist Shingon sect.

In 1552, the Buddhist priest Nisshu, a native of Wakayama Prefecture, was washed ashore near Kin Bay on his way to Japan from China after practicing Buddhism in China. He was rescued by Kin villagers.

During his stay in Kin Village, he heard the story of large snakes that lived in a stalactite cave and often ate domestic animals. He thanked the villagers for saving him and prayed for them to kill the snakes, which eventually happened. He also made three Buddhist statues and set them in front of the cave.

Later, the Shingon sect built a temple near this cave. The temple is made of wood and has an attractive design. The temple contributes to the spiritual livelihood of the northern communities as a place to hold marriage ceremonies and funeral services.

The cave is 300 meters in length and is well known as a storage room for local awamori, Tatsu.