Traditional tomb, Taketomi Island by Helen Betts

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24-MAY-2003

Traditional tomb, Taketomi Island

There is only one village on Taketomi Island, with traditional Okinawan architecture, beautiful beaches, stone walls, sand streets and transportation by water buffalo-drawn carts. It had a population of 323 as of January 2012.

This is a traditional Okinawan tomb, although much larger than most I’ve seen.

Departing Ishigaki, posted earlier:

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Gill Kopy		19-Apr-2017 04:22
This must have been for a prominent person - lovely although looking somewhat neglected. V

LynnH		18-Apr-2017 14:21
Looks like a fine spot to spend eternity! V

marie-jose wolff		18-Apr-2017 08:01
impressive tomb surrounded with this lush vegetation! V

Ton, Ben & Rob Nagtegaal		18-Apr-2017 05:39
Beautiful image of this impressive tomb. V

Nirvan Hope		18-Apr-2017 05:23
An old looking tomb, but fresh flowers - someone well remembered. Love the unkempt vegetation.

Charlene Ambrose		18-Apr-2017 04:31
Quite and impressive tomb. Must be somebody important!

larose forest photos		18-Apr-2017 00:44
This is so appealing with the lush vegetation and the serene structure. Wonder if it is still like this now. V