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Akiko Ishigaki: a film from Iriomote.
A documentary about textile maker Akiko Ishigaki on Iriomote, with drone footage contributed by our team.
Culture & community
Obon on Ishigaki.
This archive story follows the remembrance and family traditions we encountered on Ishigaki during Obon in 2017.
Juroku-nichi-sai
Juroku-nichi-sai is New Year’s Day for the ancestors. It’s the 16th day of the new year, the day after the first full moon in the moon calendar or lunar calendar. According to this calendar, New Year’s Day in 2017 was on the 28th of January. In the Yaeyama islands the moon calendar is still used […]
Shops & farmers markets in Ishigaki
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 to go when you’re not a local resident. Are you the kind of person, that likes to search for specialty stores, loves to try local fruit and never wants […]
Restaurant Shunka Banchan Ishigaki
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 the city and visit this peaceful area in Ishigaki. The restaurant serves natural Japanese food on pottery produced by local potters. The menu changes regularly. For the […]
Stay safe in the Yaeyama islands
Japan is a very safe country to travel. The Japanese people would like to prevent insecurity and choose safe situations first. That makes travelling through Japan enjoyable. We made a list of possible hazards on the beaches and inside the ocean. Don’t worry, this list is mainly to make you conscious and to prevent unnecessary situations. […]
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