Tranquil retreat on Manabe-shima: picturesque island town with old wooden houses, friendly locals, and a cat population outnumbering humans.
Tranquil Island Haven: Manabe-shima is a picturesque destination off the coast of Japan, known for its charming town with old wooden houses and a village shop since the Meiji period. The islands feline population outnumbers humans, offering a serene escape with a rich history, including a visit from Kōbō Daishi and an illustrated book capturing its unique character and friendly locals.
I am Jordy Meow, a French photographer based in Tokyo. I explore offbeat places in Japan.
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