Traditional Sugar Mill, Ryukyu Okinawa
A short photo essay of the traditional sugar extraction process from sugar cane using a bullock driven crushing mechanism. The low yield of this process surprised me. I wondered why … Continue reading
August 11, 2013 · 2 Comments
Grace of a Ryukyu Weaver, Okinawa
Another shore excursion, another learning experience. A lesson in grace, a lesson in technique from the legacy of the Ryukyu Kingdom, seen in Okinawa, Japan The Weaving Process: jm Aug … Continue reading
August 10, 2013 · 2 Comments
Snake Wine in Okinawa
A port stop and a shore excursion turn out to be a lesson in wine culture! A few phone photos of Okinawa street culture first : There’s … Continue reading
July 27, 2013 · 9 Comments
