Island time for Teshima artists, enriching both their work and their lives. Islander Interviews – Ideal for Your Trip Home

A photographer grew up looking out over the Sea of Japan and a painter grew up in Tokyo. We asked these young artists to share with us what they found when they moved to Teshima, and how they have changed their lives and work in Teshima beyond art. To see the works of the photographer, Mr. Kitamura, and the painter, Ms. Yue, please visit the Art Gallery.

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    Announcer of island life

    Mana

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    Announcer of island life

    Mana

    Born in Yokohama. After visiting the Setouchi International Art Festival as a student, she fell in love with the islands and moved to Kagawa, where she joined Setonaikai Broadcasting, covering art, traditional culture, and daily life on the islands.

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    Lives in Teshima

    Kazuya Kitamura

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    Lives in Teshima

    Kazuya Kitamura

    Born in Yonago City, Tottori Prefecture, he moved to Teshima in the summer of 2024 and has been shooting mainly advertising and portraits. He launched "joie", a service for photo weddings and family portraits, and travels throughout Japan to shoot on the islands of the Seto Inland Sea and Kagawa Prefecture. Click here for interview

  • photographic portrait

    Lives in Teshima

    Yue

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    Lives in Teshima

    Yue

    Born in Tokyo, Japan. After studying art as a student, moved to Teshima in the spring of 2024. While working at "Restaurant of the Sea," he creates paintings and designs goods and packages. Click here for interview

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