Category: Life

Amami Rabbit
February 23rd 1995, Amami rabbits, Amami jay, and others—both special … Continued

Artificially-Lighted Chrysanthemum
As you drive down Yanbaru or the southern part of … Continued

Beniimo (Purple yam)
Beniimo is a type of sweet potato that is popular … Continued

Giant Clams
The first time anyone sees any member of the giant … Continued

Iriomote Yamaneko
The Iriomote yamaneko is a small wild cat found only … Continued

Kerama Deer
My father's home island is a small island called Geruma. … Continued

Kibinago (Silver-stripe Round Herring)
Kibinago, the silver-stripe round herring, is called sururu in Okinawa. … Continued

The Ruddy Kingfisher
In Kijoka—known as the village of bashōfu fabric—in Ogimi there … Continued

Ryukyu Murasaki
Countless varieties of butterflies can be found on Okinawa Island … Continued

Ryukyu Wild Boar
An outstanding beast among the land animals of Okinawa—Ryukyu wild … Continued

Shell Ginger
“Hello,” “Nice to meet you” and hand your business card—a … Continued

Yamakunibū
“About yamakunibū…” … Continued

Yonagunisan
Yonagunisan (Attacus atlas ryukyuensis) is one of the biggest moths … Continued