A Yaeyama island with red-tiled houses and water buffalo carts, where village walks reveal a traditional Okinawan landscape.
Highlights
- Red-tiled roofs and sandy lanes
- A traditional island village
- A considerate village walk
A village of red-tiled roofs
The village’s red-tiled roofs, stone walls and sandy lanes form a protected traditional townscape. Alongside the familiar water buffalo carts, flowers around houses and the turns of the lanes reveal smaller details of island life.
The roofs and lanes give Taketomi its distinctive atmosphere. The shapes of the houses and details along the streets reflect island life.
Exploring the area
Planning the island transfer separately from time in the village allows for a more relaxed walk. The streets between major stops are also part of the landscape, rather than simply routes to the next photograph.
Before visiting
The village is also a place where people live. Respect for homes and private land, together with checking ferry services, forms part of planning a visit.
