Issues
There is always more beneath the surface.
Behind the beauty of Yaeyama, there are stories and challenges that are not always visible to visitors.
Here, I explore the issues shaping the islands, their communities, and everyday life.
01 Agriculture & Land
農業と土地の未来
Who will farm Yaeyama in the future?
Exploring the future of agriculture, farmland, and the landscape of Yaeyama.
02 Tourism & Island Life
観光と島の暮らし
How can tourism coexist with everyday life?
03 Environment & Nature
環境と自然
How should we live with the island’s natural environment?
04 Community & Society
地域社会と暮らし
What is changing in everday life on the island?
05 Culture & Identity
文化と島のアイデンティティ
What makes Yaeyama what it is.