Mystery lies at Yonaguni Island’s eastern point
The revelation of Aratake was realized in the year 1987 during his tenure as the director of Yonaguni-Cho Tourism Association. Given the role he played, he felt a pressing responsibility to discover new underwater locations that guests could delve into and explore, hoping to provide a unique and invigorating experience to every visitor, thereby promoting tourism.
Tourism was not only Aratake’s source of livelihood but also a pivotal aspect of the island’s economic structure. In pursuit of enriching the island’s attractions, he embarked on an expedition, mapping unexplored territories, and it was during this journey to the island’s eastern extremity that he stumbled upon something profoundly astonishing, a discovery that redefined his understanding of natural formations and human creations.