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Islands of Okinawa

Okinawa is part of the Ryukyu Islands archipelago. Outside the main island, a diverse network of beautiful islands exists, many of which still have secrets to show and tell.

Kerama Gold

Bathed in the golden glow of a setting sun, the Kerama Islands dance on the horizon. When seen through a telephoto lens they adopt and almost levitating quality, adding to their mystique.

Starry Nights and Waterfalls

A 1hr nocturnal trek into the jungles to find Sangara Waterfall on the island of Iriomote. Positioned just right to also shoot the Milky Way above it.

Turtle Time

If there's one thing about the Kerama Islands it has to be the warm, crystalline and inviting waters that are home to an abundance of Sea Turtles.

Turquoise Gems

Bathed in Turquoise lagoons the Kerama Islands to the east of the main island of Okinawa are some of the most picturesque islands in the prefecture.

Hi Five Islanders

Managed to snag this mother and son having a family moment when walking out by Toguchi Beach in Yomitan on the main island of Okinawa.

Windswept Islands

Storms and Okinawa go hand in hand. From tropical squalls to Category 5 batten down the hatches, hold on the the dog doozies. But they survive.

Watersports Paradise

A watersports paradise the Ryukyu Islands are meccas for exponents of SCUBA Diving, Surfing, Fishing and all manner of sail powered adventures.

Sunset’s For Miles

Wherever you find yourself in Okinawa chances are at some point in time you'll lucky and witness one of the amazing sunsets that occur in the region.

The Explorer

I've been on Okinawa for three and a half years. In that time I've been fortunate enough to travel and witness many of its floral and fauna treasures.