OIST offers five-year graduate study programs for pursuing education and research on technologies at world-class levels. Tours of the facility, which is surrounded by greenery and enjoys a view of the East China Sea are available. There is also a café open to the public

The facility uses video, exhibits and sound to show how traditional culture, performing arts and people’s lives developed within the bountiful nature of Taketomi Island and Iriomote-Ishigaki National Park.

Many traditional Okinawan pottery workshops have been established in Yomitan Pottery Village. Visitors may purchase their favorite pottery works and tour the kiln.

This residence was constructed in the traditional Okinawan architectural style in the mid-18th century. It is a very valuable structure representative of a prewar house and has been preserved in its original state.

The Okinawa Prefectural Museum offers exhibits showing Okinawa’s nature, history, culture and other aspects. The Art Museum principally displays works by artists having a connection with Okinawa. There is even a section where visitors may try on dyed fabrics.

Fukushu-En Park encompasses a total area of 8500 m². The ancient Chinese scenery and structures express traditional Chinese methods, and the seasonal trees and flowers are arranged in a pattern evocative of the four seasons.

News about the Shurijo Castle Park closure
Shurijo Castle Park includes Shurijo Castle where the ancient Ryukyuan Kings lived and many other historical sites associated with the Ryukyu Kingdom. Here, visitors can experience Ryukyuan history and culture as well as the unique architectural style.