[:en]Locals know where to go when it comes to farmers markets and where it’s best for shopping. Sometimes it can be a bit difficult to find just te right place …
[:en] A story on Kuroshima, Kuro island. FROM THE SKY – SORAKARA Kuroshima is one of our favourite Yaeyama islands. Visit our YouTube channel for more videos. If you plan …
[:en] For breakfast & lunch in Ishigaki Shunka Banchan breakfast & lunch restaurant is truly a hidden gem. Located near the ocean in Shiraho, this is a good spot to escape …
[:en] Pizzeria in Ishigaki Searching for a pizzeria in Ishigaki? The islands in the Yaeyama archipelago offer good authentic restaurants, but after a while you crave for something else isn’t …
IntroductionThe Yaeyama Islands (八重山諸島), located in Okinawa Prefecture, are home to some of Japan’s most breathtaking beaches. Unlike crowded mainland destinations, the islands offer a mix of powdery white sand, …
The Heart of the Yaeyama IslandsIshigaki Island (石垣島) is the vibrant center of the Yaeyama archipelago, located in the far south of Okinawa Prefecture. With its turquoise seas, dramatic mountains, …
Iriomote Island (西表島, Iriomote-jima) is the largest island of the Yaeyama chain, yet over 90% of its land is covered in dense subtropical rainforest and mangrove swamps. With only one …
Taketomi Island (竹富島) is one of the most iconic islands of the Yaeyama archipelago. Just a short 10–15 minute ferry ride from Ishigaki, it is famous for its preserved traditional …
Kohama Island (小浜島) is often called the “heart” of Yaeyama. Sitting almost in the geographical center of the archipelago, this small island offers a perfect balance between untouched village life …
IntroductionKuroshima (黒島) is one of the most tranquil and unique islands of the Yaeyama archipelago. Known as the “island of cows” (牛の島) because cattle outnumber humans by more than ten …