Taketomi Island - Birthplace of Asatoya Kuyama

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What Is the Birthplace of Asatoya Kuyama?

The birthplace of Asariya Kuyama, who appears in “Asariya Yunta,” a folk song representative of the Yaeyama region.

The lyrics of this folk song depict the resolute Asatoya Kuyama rejecting the advances of an island official.

This Ryukyu-style house is beautiful from the outside and is also a popular photo spot on Taketomi Island.

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Things to Do at the Birthplace of Asariya Kuyama

The route to Asariya Kuyama’s birthplace is part of a water buffalo cart sightseeing tour, and you can see it by riding the cart.

Also, during the water buffalo cart tour, the old man sometimes plays the sanshin and sings “Asariya Yunta.”

The stone walls built from coral, the hibiscus flowers, and the Ryukyu-style houses create a stunning contrast—so be sure to take some photos!

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