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Miyako Islands: Riding the Ocean Breeze

Take in the tropical breeze and blue ocean while cycling around Miyako, a group of 8 islands in Okinawa Prefecture. Our cyclist explores the biggest one and samples local specialties including Shima-dofu, a kind of tofu made with seawater. San-shin, a traditional instrument made from the ebony tree is a key tool for playing folk songs loved by locals. This adventure features island-hopping by crossing numerous bridges and walking through a mangrove forest in low tide. Join us on this beautiful journey!

English
  • Originally Aired January 12, 2019
  • Runtime 60 minutes
  • Content Rating United States of America TV-G
  • Network NHK
  • Created January 13, 2019 by
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  • Modified December 21, 2023 by
    morbus