The Yambaru (also often written as Yanbaru) region of Okinawa refers to the northern part of the island which comprises the Higashi, Kunigami, and Ogimi villages. It's a region which is well-known for its natural beauty, being home to subtropical rainforests with unique flora and fauna – but they're also on the map for their art, too.
The Yambaru Art Festival is scheduled from late January until late February, and the multi-venue event will showcase a wide variety of works from different mediums including pottery, glassware, textiles, dyed fabrics, and woodwork items.
For those who can't attend in person, a number of different workshops, lectures, and other parts of the event will be broadcast online via the official website here.
Getting there
This multi-venue event takes place at the following locations:
- Ogimi Village Former Shioya Elementary School (Ogimi Utility Center)
- Okuma Private Beach & Resort
- Hentona Shopping Street
- Oriental Hotel Okinawa Resort & Spa
- Kanucha Resort
- Agu Statue in front of Nago City Hall
- Ogimi Village Office Old Government Building
Kim Bergström @kim.b
Almost 12 years living in Asia. Passionate about Japan's off-the-beaten-path spots, family-friendly travel, flower events (all of them!) and the amazing tea culture here. 🍵🌼🌸
