• Marcus & Jorge Explore 2024
    Squirel Monkeys entertain and demand snacksHistoric fisherman homeShisa, which offer protection against evil, came to Okinawa from China in the 14th centuryRough surf breaks against a protective coral reefKabira BeachPassenger Steve quickly fills in his sketch with water color on siteSteve will base his oil painting on this work on our next sea dayTotoro keeps guard at the cave exitSyan, a world renowned balloon artist from JapanSyan brings to life his Phoenix before an adoring audience

    Ishigaki Island, Okinawa, Japan

    February 23, 2024 in Japan ⋅ 🌬 72 °F

    From black pearl cultivation to coral reef exploration, Kabira Bay delights. So too did cold brew and ice cream. We strolled back in time more than a century. Tatami mat floors, rice paper walls, and the rustic lifestyle of a fisherman greeted us at Ishigaki Yakima Village. Further back in time we pushed and emerged at massive 1.6 km long Stalactite Caves which take three years to grow just a millimeter.Read more