The New Japan, Issue 1 – Yaeyama Isands
Release date: March 31, 2026
The New Japan is a new magazine that highlights regional cultures throughout Japan.
The “NEW” in the title refers to “a new discovery for each reader.” Through this magazine, the editorial team hopes to inspire readers to visit the places featured in its pages.
The theme of the inaugural issue is the Yaeyama Islands, a chain that includes Ishigaki, Iriomote, and other islands. The issue offers a multifaceted look at the charms of Yaeyama—from its magnificent natural landscapes to its inherited crafts and beloved local foods.
In this issue:
Debut Issue Content:
- Genki Cool: Ishigaki Island’s Iconic Drink
- An Interview with architect Sou Fujimoto
- Revival of the Sabani Sailboat
- Ishigaki Island Food Guide
- Yaeyama’s Last Bonito Fishing Boat
- A Visit to Dyeing Artist Akiko Ishigaki
- How Taketomi Preserved Its Traditional Architecture
- The Enduring Charm of “Churasan”
- Yonaguni Island and the New Tourism of “Anti-Tourism”
Participating Creators (in no particular order):
Ian Bennett, Tetsuo Kashiwada, Ichi Nakamura, Tatsuya Taboi, Nanoki Kinomoto, Izumi Shiokawa, Shigeo Okada, Yuuki Maeda, Nameko Shinsan, Ben Davis, Kenji Hall, Sam Holden, Matt Treyvaud
Language: Japanese/English
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