There are more than 600 solutional cave in Okinawa, surrounded by coral reef seas and subtropical islands.
The largest limestone cave is Gyokusendo Cave. Founded over 300,000 years, Gyokusendo Cave is one of the largest in Japan, with a total length of 5,000 meters and more than one million Speleothem. (Open to the public is 890m)
In today's civilization, every place on the earth seems to have become a daily space for mankind, but extraordinary spaces are spreading in our feet, the underlying world. A variety of Speleothem, underground rivers flowing through caves, and the sound of dripping water. Experience the underground time that has continued for tens of thousands of years and has passed.

Highlights

"Okinawa Cave Week 2021" was held for eight days from November 21 to 28, 2021 with the aim of allowing citizens to get acquainted with the nature and culture of Okinawan caves and Karst area. There were many deep events by cave specialists at the Okinawa World and the Okinawa Prefectural Museum and Art Museum.

Okinawa, which is located in the subtropical region, many rare fruits that are not seen in other prefectures are grown.
Subtropical fruits are very unique. Flowers bloom directly on the trunk of the tree, and the fruit grows on the thick trunk. The shape of the fruit, the shape of the flower, and the fragrance are completely different from the fruits that Japanese people imagine.
From relatively well-known fruits such as pineapples, mangoes, paplychee, kegaki and jaboticaba ... Tropical Orchaeds cultivates about 50 kinds of tropical fruit trees. Enjoy the rare flowers and fruits and sweet fragrances of each season up close.

Fruit introduction

※Flowers and fruits fluctuate depending on the weather. Please understand.

In Okinawa, which flourished through trade with other countries during the Kingdom of ryukyu era, unique traditional crafts have been developed under the influence of various foreign cultures. Okinawan traditional crafts have been nurtured as unique crafts, while incorporating the crafts and techniques of each country, adapting to the climate and climate of this area. Items designated as national and prefectural traditional crafts are one of the nation's leading national and prefectural governments. It can be said that it features new patterns and designs that combine patterns and designs from China, Southeast Asia, Japan, etc. with unique motifs, the plain and bright color sensation unique to southern countries, and bold and somewhat simple modeling.

Factory introduction

Ryukyu Glass

After the war, Ryukyu glass started as a reuse of empty coke bottles brought in by Americans. It's an attractive, light and bright atmosphere like a southern country. With glass melted at high temperature, you can enjoy the process of making various products by simply looking at it.

Bingata Dyeing

Traditional dyeing of Okinawa, which boasts 500 years of history. "Red" refers to overall color, and "type" is said to refer to various patterns. Under the influence of Southeast Asia, China, and Japan, it has taken in Okinawa's nature and climate and has developed it as a colorful dye.

Pottery.

It is said that Pottery's technology was introduced in trade with China and Southeast Asia around the 14th and 16th centuries. In the 17th century, pottery has been manufactured in Okinawa, and its own manufacturing method has developed. There are many works that draw patterns of natural motifs such as arabesque and fish, with a thick and somewhat rustic texture.

Weaving

Okinawa is said to be a treasure trove of textiles, and various textiles are transmitted to various parts of the small island. In the workshop, you can see new weaving that has been arranged in a modern style while using the traditional techniques of Shuri, such as Kaori, Lawton weaving, and hand kaori.

To experience list

Okinawa was once an independent country called Kingdom of ryukyu. People trade with countries across the sea and have nurtured their own culture while incorporating various cultures. Here, Ryukyu Kingdom Castle Town is a space where the time slipped back. The beautiful red-roofed old folk house lined the eaves, and people dressed in gorgeous Ryukyu costumes come across the street. You can feel the Ryukyu of a long time ago, such as old folk house and Fu-ru Piggery (toilet sites), which have been recognized as Shinto ritual in the village, and masonry using techniques unique to Okinawa around old folk house. You can feel the Ryukyu of a longTangible Cultural PropertyKami Ashagi. Please enjoy leisurely and leisurely travel.

Look for it, the roof Shisa

Red tiles were manufactured around the 18th century, but at that time "red" was regarded as noble color, and the common people became available only after entering Meiji period. In Okinawa, where there are many typhoons, the seams of tiles are thoroughly painted with plaster to prevent them from being blown off by strong winds. It is said that the Shisa on the red tile roof seen in Okinawa was made from red tiles with plaster, which was joined by clay roof tile craftsmen.

Ryuso was allowed to wear only by royals and tribes during the Kingdom of ryukyu period.
It is said that it was developed under the influence of Chinese Han clothes and Japanese kimonos. The gorgeousness of the Bingata Dyeing pattern is also attractive.
You can enjoy strolling in Ryuso in Ryukyu Kingdom Castle Town.

The large eaves block the sun's light, the wind blows comfortably through, and the nostalgic scenery seen from the open doors. In old folk house, "Yonna-Yonna (slowly relaxed)" Please enjoy Okinawa time.

Ryukyu dog "Sora-chan" lives in Ryukyu Kingdom Castle Town. She looks dignified, but she's a shy girl♪
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The natural monument of Okinawa Prefecture. Unlike native dogs in Japan, it is thought that the pedigree of the southern dog of Jomon period.

Chimdondondon (thing your chest will be loud)! "Super Eisa" is popular with a bold arrangement of Okinawan traditional performing art "Eisa". The rough work of hitting the large Wadaiko and jumping while rotating, is the coolness of goose bumps. In addition to Eisa, you can enjoy a variety of Okinawan performing arts at once, such as a lively lion dance as if you were alive, Ann Gama, a comical Yaeyama performing arts, Yotsutake, Sanshin and folk song. The end of the show is "Chachashi" It is a dance of the Okinawa dialect that means "coat". Let's dance together with the performers and the audience.

What is Eisa?

Eisa is the Buddhist prayer dance who sends his ancestors to the world on the last day of the Bon Festival in old calendar (Okinawa Obon is three days from July 13 to 15) in old calendar. old calendar On July 13th, "Unke" in the Okinawa dialect, we will prepare a offering in the Buddhist altar and set up a candle on the gate of the house in the evening to welcome the spirit of our ancestors. old calendar On July 14th, we call "Nakabi" and visit relatives' homes with Buddhist altars. old calendar On July 15th, we will send off our ancestors, offering, and treat our ancestors byUkui. At the same time, each village will show a Eisa called "Michijune." Although the number of local governments that hold traditional events is simplified, men and women dance along the Eisa, parade around the village and pray for the sound health, the family's safety and prosperity of each family. Now, thanks to the successor problem of Eisa and the development of the creative Eisa, it has become possible to enjoy Eisa at festivals and events.

Eisa's musical instruments

Big drum
large Wadaiko is the head of the brave Eisa. Made of cowhide and cow skin are used mainly for skin. It weighs 5 to 8kg, don't! Echoed a powerful sound. There are various ways to beat drums, and the expression method is also a good idea.

Tight drum
Unlike large Wadaiko, it weighs 2-3kg. The drum can be rebeled by the weight of the drum and can be expressed throughout the body. Rhythm and dynamic movements are outstanding, and you can see them. In the area around Okinawa City, you can see Eisa, which is the main drum.

Sanshin
The main skin sanshin, which can be said to have been a symbol of richness, which has been expensive since ancient times. It originates from the three strings, a Chinese string instrument, and it is a major instrument that it is said that there is one in the family in Okinawa, such as tokonoma. ※In Okinawa, events are held in various parts of the prefecture as "Sanshin Day" with March 4 as "Sanshin Day".

Sanba
A musical instrument made by three plates tied with string. It is used like castanets and tambourine.
※In Okinawa, March 8 is "Samba Day".

The legendary entertainment "Habu Snake Show", which once predominated the world, is still playing! (It's not a tough fight!)
At the show are Okinawa's strongest poisonous snake, Habu Snake, the currently unemployed alien creature Mangoose, Cobra, with a cool neck open, and human beings! ! Creatures are thrilled with pride! But it's a must-see battle!　Take a look at Show Venue which is stronger, Habu Snake's poison vs. human poison!

◎"Decision" is no longer possible due to the revision of the Animal Protection Law in 2000. It has become a story even in TV variety show locations (Is it done?) It has changed to a popular "competition." Please enjoy yourself.♪

Every year in Okinawa, Habu Snake bites occur! Carefully observe Habu Snake's mouth, fangs and poison. Can you withstand the strongest stimulus of poison that kills human life! ?

When and what does Habu Snake feel and attack! ? That speed is an event of a moment! Don't look at it, watch it carefully.

Mangoose with a lovely expression and Sea Snake is more toxic than Habu Snake. One-on-one serious game of death every time! Which one do you support?

Now that the battle show is gone, it is human beings who builds up!
Cobra of Risk Max, and Human! How's the game?

More than 40 years ago, Habu Museum Park was founded by a research facility in Habu Snake, with the desire to reduce the damage to Habu Snake in Okinawa. It has become a forum for international conferences where poisonous snakes from various countries gather, which is attracting attention worldwide. Since then, exhibits related to Habu Snake are inferior to anywhere. This facility is not only terrifying but also a surprising aspect of Habu Snake. And not only Habu Snake! A group of strange and unique friends, such as Mangoose, Sea Snake, Coconut crab and Okinawa tree lizard. Please be healed by mysterious charming creatures.

Pleasant fellows