Ie, Island village in Kunigami District, Japan
Ie is a village on an island in Kunigami District covering roughly 23 square kilometers with Mount Gusuku as its prominent landmark. The landscape combines agricultural land with coastline, shaped by the mountain's presence.
The village was the site of intense combat in April 1945 when American forces secured the island during World War II. The battle left a deep mark on the island's history and shaped its path forward.
The community celebrates local festivals and observances that shape daily life and reflect traditional Okinawan customs. These gatherings show how residents maintain connections to their heritage and pass it forward through their neighborhoods.
Regular ferries connect the village to Motobu town on Okinawa Island year-round, providing the main transportation link. Visitors should check sailing conditions since weather can affect crossings.
The village earned the nickname 'Peanut Island' from its shape when viewed from above and its history of growing peanut crops that once shaped local agriculture. This association remains part of how people remember the place.
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