Mikimoto Pearl Island

ミキモト真珠島
island in Toba
#1 in Toba / #553 in Japan
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by Miyuki Meinaka
/ CC BY-SA 3.0

Mikimoto Pearl Island, located in Toba, Japan, is a renowned site dedicated to the cultivation and history of pearls. It is named after Kokichi Mikimoto, the pioneer of cultured pearls. The island features a museum that showcases the pearl cultivation process, exhibits luxurious pearl jewelry, and highlights the history and development of the pearl industry. Visitors can also witness demonstrations by traditional female pearl divers, known as "Ama," who play a significant role in the island's pearl farming tradition.


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