Passionate fans of Aogashima deepen their love for the island in online social event
This year, we launched Aogashima Island Council's official Twitter account (@hello_aogashima) and have been working to develop connections with passionate fans of the island through the hashtag #helloaogashima.
Although we would have liked more visitors to come to Aogashima under normal circumstances, on January 30th, 2022, we held an online social event on YouTube so that people can deepen their love for the island, even without visiting it.
The team worked together to create an event that covered a wide range of content, from Aogashima's geography and a local guide on the island's nature to folk performances, and a collaboration with the popular YouTube channel, AOGASHIMA Channel.
In the "Hello Aogashima Online Guide," we showcased a pre-recorded video created by local coordinator Satoshi Arai. Based on the map featured in the leaflet "Hello Aogashima" which was launched last year, we took viewers around the island through footage of Aogashima's sceneries. It featured impressive panoramic views from the top of the mountains as well as a guide on rare flora and the history of Aogashima.
In the "Hello Aogashima Online Guide," we showcased a pre-recorded video created by local coordinator Satoshi Arai. Based on the map featured in the leaflet "Hello Aogashima" which was launched last year, we took viewers around the island through footage of Aogashima's sceneries. It featured impressive panoramic views from the top of the mountains as well as a guide on rare flora and the history of Aogashima.
There was also a performance of Kanju Taiko, one of Aogashima's traditional arts. In the southern Izu Islands, two drummers play one Taiko in an improvisational style. The viewers were captivated by the powerful performance of the continuously changing drummers.
In the final part, people involved in the production of "Hello Aogashima" gathered to talk about the happy memories and struggles of the project. As the island becomes an increasingly popular destination, we also reconfirmed our hope to welcome visitors who understand the island, rather than simply accepting a larger number of visitors.
Throughout the entire online event, which lasted three and a half hours, we saw constant participation of more than 100 people. There were lively chat conversations between the participants, making it a truly interactive event. Until the day people can visit the island safely, we hope to use online tools to stay connected with people who love the island.
