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Iriomote 2027: Okinawa's Jungle and Mangrove Island
Ninety per cent jungle, home to the endangered Iriomote wildcat, and only reachable by boat from Ishigaki. A UNESCO site since 2021 and still almost tourist-free compared to the main Okinawa island.
2026-10-25·3 min read·Read →Ishigaki Island Festival 2027: Yaeyama's Annual Culture + Fireworks Weekend
Ishigaki Island Festival 2027 fills Shinei Park across November 6-7 — Yaeyama's biggest cultural event with parades, Ryukyu dance, taiko, local food stalls, and a Sunday fireworks finale.
2026-10-25·4 min read·Read →