Island life is full of charm 
Osanpo Iheya 


Akki-yo! You've come a long way! 

The charm of island life, up close

Serene landscape of local hamlet.

Friendly local children.

Sweet granny, or obaa, shares freshly-harvested vegetable with the neighborhood.

Grandpa, or ojii, plays Sanshin guitar with warm smile.

Community events which everyone stand in unity to make it a success.

All part of a simple yet genuinely affluent island life.


Osanpo Iheya introduces such attractions found in the daily life of Iheya.

 

This guide was created with the locals of Iheya in hopes that more people will discover the charm of this lovely island.

Go ahead and have a nice stroll around the island, and discover the beauty of Iheya.

Shisa drives away evil from the rooftop, as they charm passersby with its unique expressions. 



Fresh vegetables from the farm sold at a roadside stand.



Ishiganto, a stone talisman, are placed at T-junctions and three-way junctions.



A slow-moving farm truck is a common scenery found on the island.