Title From Meiji to Showa (20th century)

  • Okinawa
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Villages/Towns Regional Specialties
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Text Length:
≤250 Words
FY Prepared:
2020
Associated Tourism Board:
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明治から昭和(20世紀)

カツオ漁と島々の繁栄


慶良間諸島では明治時代の後半からカツオ漁が盛んになりました。この地で製造された鰹節は「ケラマ節」と呼ばれ、県内外に名を馳せ、島の人々の暮らしは豊かになっていきました。


From Meiji to Showa (20th century)

Bonito Fishing Brings Prosperity


In the latter half of the Meiji era (1868–1912), bonito fishing boomed in the Keramas. The shavings of the dried fish made here were known as Kerama-bushi, and were famous throughout Okinawa Prefecture and beyond. The popularity led to a step forward in the islanders’ quality of life.


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