Free Screening of Okinawan Cultural Heritage Documentary “IRABŪ of the Kudaka Island, Okinawa”

Jun 21, 2026 at 1:30pm ~ Jun 21, 2026 at 4:30pm

Discover the sacred traditions of Okinawa through this free English-language documentary screening. IRABŪ of the Kudaka Island, Okinawa follows the production of smoked sea snakes on Kudaka Island and explores the relationship between ritual, memory, and cultural heritage. Featuring rare restored 16mm footage from 1978, the film offers a fascinating glimpse into one of Japan’s most unique island cultures.


Information

Date

Start: Jun 21st 2026 at 1:30pm

End: Jun 21st 2026 at 4:30pm

Venue

International House of Japan Auditorium, Tokyo
5-11-16 Roppongi, Minato-ku

Cost

Free

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