Oaxaca, Mexico

Oaxaca reveals itself through craftsmanship, colour, and connection. From artisan workshops and bustling mercados to quiet villages and shared traditions, every encounter tells a story. Traveling with Obakki was a reminder that the most meaningful journeys are the ones that bring you closer to the people behind the craft.

Older man wearing a mask riding a bicycle on a city sidewalk with buildings and vehicles in the background.

Person wearing a hat riding a bicycle down a quiet street lined with buildings and overhead utility wires.

View through a small Japanese restaurant entrance with dark curtains showing a counter, wooden stools, and a menu with condiments.

Entrance of a Japanese restaurant with wooden menu boards hanging above, stacked chairs, crates, and a blue trash bin outside.

Traditional Japanese building with grey tiled roof by a pond surrounded by trees and rocks in a serene garden.