“ISLAND SONGS” Music Talk and Mini Concert

ISLAND SONGS

Call for proposals - Cultural Events Program FY2026

The deadline to submit proposals for cultural events to be considered by the OIST Culture Committee for activation in FY2026 (April ’26-March ’27) is coming up on Friday, Dec 12.

If you’re planning to submit, please make sure everything is finalized before the deadline. 

Opening Ceremony for Crafted Traditions: Artistic Forms from Onna Village

 Crafted Traditions: Artistic Forms from Onna Village

Crafted Traditions: Artistic Forms from Onna Village

Step into the vibrant world of Onna Village through Crafted Traditions, an exhibition celebrating the timeless beauty of Okinawan ceramics and glass art.

Cephalopods: The Masters of the Ocean

For 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

CYCLE Exhibition 2025  Cycle Energy for Creation 

BRIDGE Network Presents: HUMAN – MODEL – WORLD: A Collection of Scientific Images

For 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

June 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

This 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

This 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.