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Mr. Gushi, Mr. Guke, good morning. In the car today. That's right. No, it's nice, isn't it? This time, we've rented an electric car and are heading to Ryukyu Village in Onna Village. Yes. Is that so? It's been a while. It's nice to be in a car again. That's right. This car is a Toyota BZ4X. It's a really good car. The acceleration is good, and it's smooth, isn't it? It's quiet. The two people riding are in a Toyota electric car, the BZ4X. It has a sporty design and is designed for driving range and ride comfort. The driver's seat is horizontally spacious and easy to drive. Well, we're heading to Ryukyu Village, but today, at Ryukyu Village, we'll experience traditional houses, see performances, drink sugarcane juice, [music] and feel the good old Okinawa. Yes. Mr. Guke, the Okinawa we want to convey is here. Mr. Gushi and Mr. Guke have arrived at Ryukyu Village in Onna Village in the BZ4X. [music] This time, Mr. Gushi will experience traditional houses, [music] and enjoy nostalgic sugarcane juice, immersing himself in the good old Okinawa. Mr. Gushi, the Okinawa we want to convey is here. The two of them have arrived at Ryukyu Village in Yamada, Onna Village. It has a good atmosphere, doesn't it? Hello. Hello. That's right. Ah, you're here. Mesore. Yes. [Laughs] Okay. Wow, it's good. It's good. This is Mr. Oshiro, who will be guiding us today. Thank you for your cooperation. Mr. Oshiro, thank you for your cooperation. Yutasaruguchi, Oshiro. In Okinawan dialect, it means "nice to meet you." Yes, nice to meet you. [Laughs] So, Mr. Oshiro, what kind of facility is this Ryukyu Village? Yes. Ryukyu Village is a facility themed around the Okinawa of the past that I want to convey. We have gathered traditional houses that were actually used by our ancestors in Okinawa from 130 to over 200 years ago, and it is a facility where you can directly experience the lifestyle and worldview of that time. Yes. Yes. I haven't been here in a while, but it's changed. Has it changed? It seems to have gotten bigger, and more buildings have been added. Yes, we are probably expanding in terms of area, so I would like to introduce it as much as time allows today, so please bear with us. Thank you. This is the entrance. This is the entrance. I don't remember this. Ryukyu Village. Within the vast grounds, traditional houses relocated from various parts of the prefecture stand side by side, making it a theme park where you can learn about Okinawan culture and history while having fun. The first place we visited is the former Nakazono family house. Mr. Oshiro, it's a magnificent residence. Yes. This is the former Nakazono family house. Yes. It was relocated from the southern part of Yomitan Village. It's still the same, isn't it? That's right. Each pillar has a number on it, and various colors. We took various measures to ensure there were no mistakes when dismantling and reassembling it. We had specialists, carpenters, who were able to reassemble it here. Wow, that's amazing. It's over 200 years old. It's a pillar, isn't it? Yes. The former Nakazono family house was built in the late 1800s in the southern part of Yomitan Village and was relocated to Ryukyu Village in 1984. It consists of two main buildings and is a typical residential house. What are the characteristics of these Ryukyu traditional houses? The characteristic of Ryukyu traditional houses is that at the base of the pillars, there are large stones or stones cut from coral. The house stands on these stones. I see. What is this for? Yes, there is a reason for that. Okinawa has many typhoons, doesn't it? So, it's a measure to prevent the house from being destroyed by typhoons and strong winds. Yes. And then, the height, I guess you call it. It's quite low compared to ordinary houses. This is also a wisdom, I guess you call it, to reduce shaking and burden by lowering the center of gravity. Yes. The former Nakazono family house can be entered and viewed by anyone. If you get tired of walking, you can rest here. Ah, Mr. Oshiro, this is. It's a very famous tree in Okinawa. Yes. And it is said that a very famous fairy lives in that tree in Okinawa. If you'd like, please try to find it. Ah, the fairy is in the tree. Yes. It seems to be often found in Gajumaru trees. Yes, yes. Yes. Is it here? It's over there. Where is it? Over there. Ah, it's there. [Laughs] Is it there? It's the house of the Kijimuna. Yes. It's there. I think it's sleeping right now, but. Yes. This is the home of the Kijimuna. Kijimuna are fairies that live in Gajumaru trees and are said to be masters of fishing and hunting. Well, not everyone can see the Kijimuna. I see. They say only kind-hearted people can see them. That's right. [music] So, Mr. Gushi, you have a kind heart. Are you watching me? [Laughs] Mr. Gushi, I'm glad you found it. Everyone, try looking for the Kijimuna's home too. It's good that you saw the Kijimuna today. Yes. Wow, right in front of me. I never thought I would. I couldn't see them when I was young. I didn't see them. I only heard stories. Yes. I heard them. Yes. Well, let's go. Alright. Something has arrived. Palji! Ride your bicycle, you! This isn't a bicycle, it's a URU. It's a URU. Do you have a license? No, you don't need a license. Oh, do you have a visa? No, I don't have a visa. What? [Laughs] Huh? Yes. Yes. Excuse me. Ah, hello. Hello. Hello. Please. Excuse me. Uh, who? Ah, I'm sorry. I'm Meiba Curry, who won the Grand Prix for two consecutive years in 2025 and 2026. Please. Yay! Please. Please. It says champion. We're the same champion. I'm a champion. Cool, cool. You should have done it at the end. No, no, no, no. This is common, common, common. Look, here. Wow. [Laughs] You're doing great. Cool, cool. Amazing. Well, Mr. Gushi, it's your first time meeting him, isn't it? It's my first time too. Meiba Curry, who won the Grand Prix twice. Please introduce yourself first. Short course and Ryukyu Village guide. What is that village? Ah, the village is also on the way. Go straight for 20 years, then turn at Wabi's Ise-chan-kai. Every morning, thank you. [Laughs] Thank you. Ah, that's amazing. [Laughs] I didn't understand anything. Isn't this small car amazing? [Laughs] How did you meet? Uh, I came as an exchange student. Yes, I came in July 2015. Yes. From where? Uh, from Nepal. Nepal. Is that so? Nepal. No, that's right. What nationality are you? I'm a Naki person. Naki-ji. I'm a Naki person. [Laughs] In fact, Meiba Curry's purpose was not to introduce Nepal, but to introduce the electric micro-mobility URU, which is currently being rented at Ryukyu Village. The URU does not require a license and can be easily operated by anyone. The speed can also be adjusted to your reflexes, so you can explore freely. Mr. Gushi, would you like to try riding it? Well, I still feel like I'm in my 40s, so I'm still energetic. Wow, thank you for your consideration. Mr. Gushi, who is still energetic, chooses to walk with his own feet for those who truly need it, rather than using the URU. Next, we arrived at the former Tamahashi family house. In front of both of you, there is this wall, but it is called a "bin." It's big, isn't it? Yes. This "bin" is often placed in front of houses. Do you know why it's there? Yes. Yes. From Mr. Gushi. Mr. Gushi. In short. Yes. There is no entrance to the house. Yes. So, you hide it. Oh. Like a screen. Is that it? I think so too. Is that it? A screen. That's right. A screen. It is placed in front of the house to serve as a screen. You can't see in. Exactly as Mr. Gushi explained. Okinawan houses have an open atrium inside, so they were often placed in front of the house to allow you to see inside from the outside. And there is one more reason. There are right and left paths. From the right, customers and people of high status enter. We are honored guests today. Let's go from the right. Shall we? It feels nice. Let's enter from the right. [Laughs] The former Tamahashi family house was built in Shioya, Onna Village in 1891 and was relocated to Ryukyu Village in 1982. It is said that a family with the surname Go-maru lived here. Again. [Laughs] It hurts. Hello. Who is this? This is our original Ryukyu herbal tea, which we offer for free to everyone. And you can drink as much as you want. Oh. Please drink it. It's very delicious. Please, please. It was interesting. Here, you can enjoy Ryukyu herbal tea for free. We still have a lot of walking to do, so let's drink some tea and keep going, Mr. Gushi. Yes. It contains 38 kinds of medicinal herbs. It's herbal tea, isn't it? It's an original from Ryukyu Village. Please. It's delicious. [Laughs] What is this? I'll have it with ice. [Laughs] There's still more. There's still more. There's still more. You poured a lot, and it's delicious. Everyone, drink the healthy tea recommended by the energetic mother. After the commercial, we will enjoy Eisa. Mr. Gushi, the Okinawa we want to convey is here. The two of them have arrived at Ryukyu Village in Yamada, Onna Village. They toured traditional houses and learned about Okinawan culture and history at this theme park where you can learn while playing. In fact, there is also a sake brewery. Mr. Oshiro, this is a sake brewery, isn't it? Is it the original sake brewery? Yes. Yes. It was originally in Shuri, and we will hear detailed stories from Mrs. Okabe, who is in charge of our sake brewery. Nice to meet you, Mrs. Okabe. Nice to meet you. You're making it with great effort. I'm trying my best. Yes. When did you move here? Yes. We started our business in Shuri in Meiji 35 (1902), and we moved here in 2020. Yes. And now we are brewing sake here. Oh, yes. Yes. What kind of sake are you making? Yes, since our founding, we have been particular about the "Araroka" brewing method, which involves less filtration. While many easily drinkable sakes are being made, we are deliberately sticking to the traditional brewing method. Yes. We are committed to it. I see. The sake brewery was founded in 1902 and produces traditional Awamori, as well as new Awamori using the local ingredients of Onna Village. We will try the Awamori using the brand "Afuso." This time, we have two types that focus on Onna Village. This is the first one. Yes. 27 degrees. Yes. This is the product. 27 degrees. That's good. It's easy to drink on the rocks. Yes. It has a nice aroma. I'll try it. Yes. Ah, it's delicious. [Laughs] Ah, thank you. This one has an alcohol content of 27 degrees. You might think it's a bit in-between. In-between. Actually, the width of Onna Village is 27 km, so we made the alcohol content 27 degrees. You can do that? Yes. And the most important thing is that there is a district called Afuso in Onna Village, and we use the "Afuso" rice, which is the main staple food, as the raw material. So, you're using Afuso rice. Yes, it's delicious. The sweetness of the main staple food is probably reflected in the sake. How was the taste? Wonderful. Thank you. It's mellow. Mellow. Yes. This one is 42 degrees. It is said to be inspired by the east-west distance of Onna Village, which is 4.2 km, and has a strong taste. It is sold at Ryukyu Village, so if you want to try it, please do. Mr. Gushi, who is tipsy from Awamori. [music] Next, let's go see traditional Okinawan performing arts. At the Kijimuna Theater and the central plaza, you can enjoy Eisa and other performances at scheduled times. Beautiful Ryukyu dance. Only four of them, then there's no way. And finally, a Kachashi that involves the audience. Mr. Gushi is also enthusiastically participating in Eisa. In addition to Eisa, there are also performances in the traditional houses. Please check the Ryukyu Village website for performance times. Yay! Hey, hey. [Laughs] Yes. Oh, they're here again. They're quite noticeable, aren't they? Noticeable. Noticeable. Their smiles are good, and you get drawn in. You get drawn in. Did they know the way from the beginning? They seem to be ambushing us from the start. It's amazing. This sugarcane juice is very delicious and very healthy. If you'd like, I'd like you to try it. You must be tired from walking around. This will cool you down and relieve fatigue. Yes, yes. I'll have it. I'll have the sugarcane juice. Yes. Ah, the sweetness of sugarcane. [Laughs] It's raw, this is the real thing. Nostalgic. Yes, it's nostalgic. You don't have to chew it anymore. It's become so good. In the past, I used to chew and chew it. Yes. Yes. [Laughs] Ah. Yes, it's nice. Yes. It's happiness to be able to drink it all squeezed like this. It's the best. Delicious. He's so happy. It relieves fatigue. It relieves fatigue. This is great. It's incredibly delicious. Yes, it's the best. Sugarcane juice made from Okinawan sugarcane. The only ingredient is sugarcane. The gentle sweetness of sugarcane is healing. In addition to what we introduced today, there are also experiences like Shisa painting and walking tours, so children and adults can enjoy them. Come and play with your whole family. Next time, Mr. Gushi will visit the Yomitan Village Museum. The Yuta Museum in Yomitan Village has extensive exhibits on history, folk culture, art, and crafts. Mr. Gushi will learn about the history of Yomitan Village. Please look forward to it.