Past Events
Opening Ceremony for Crafted Traditions: Artistic Forms from Onna Village
2025-12-02Crafted Traditions: Artistic Forms from Onna Village
Cephalopods: The Masters of the Ocean
2025-10-25 to 2025-11-03For centuries, cephalopods, including octopuses, squids, and cuttlefish, have fascinated artists and artisans across many coastal cultures, and have been represented in many ways. However, cephalopods remain mysterious creatures that are hard to encounter in real life. In this video exhibition, renowned marine life photographer Ryo Minemizu, provides us with a glimpse into the biology, behavior, and unique genetic features of these marine invertebrates. This exhibition is organized by the Cephalopod International Advisory Council 2025 and hosted by the Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology.
CYCLE Exhibition 2025
2025-10-03 to 2025-10-21CYCLE Exhibition 2025 Cycle Energy for Creation
BRIDGE Network Presents: HUMAN – MODEL – WORLD: A Collection of Scientific Images
2025-09-02 to 2025-09-22For the fifth anniversary of the BRIDGE Network, scientists from OIST and other partner institutes have submitted images emerging from their research, showing glimpses of their laboratories and subjects. This exhibition is coming to OIST after shows in ISTA (Austria), The Crick Institute (UK), and the United Nations University, Tokyo Campus.
Okinawa Memorial Day Lecture 2025
2025-06-17June 23 is Okinawa Memorial Day. To mark the occasion, a special lecture on Okinawa's history and war will be held on June 17 (Tue) 15:00-17:00 in the OIST Auditorium.
Okinawa Memorial Day Exhibition
2025-06-13 to 2025-07-02This special exhibition to commemorate Okinawa Memorial Day presents a selection of wartime photographs from the Onna Village Museum Collection.
Polar Blues, Island Hues: Contrasting Colors of Okinawa and Antarctica
2025-04-07 to 2025-04-20This photographic exhibition presents stunning images of Antarctica and Okinawa, offering a visual journey through their contrasting landscapes. Through these images, we are invited to reflect on how global warming is altering these fragile environments.
Oto・Iro Installation
2025-02-03 to 2025-03-06Immerse Yourself in the Sounds (Oto) and Colors (Iro) of Okinawa. An installation by the OIST Sonic Lab project, showcasing the intersection of sound, color, and well-being through the nature of Okinawa.
No reservation required | Free entry
CYCLE Exhibition 2024
2024-10-22 to 2024-11-14CYCLE Exhibition 2024 Cycle Energy for Creation