Remembering Reversion and Driving on the Right Side, or is it the L…
Day of Naha: Immerse Yourself in the Capital City of Okinawa
Tanabata is precursor to Obon season, and day for wishes
June 23rd, Okinawa’s Peace Memorial Day
Itoman Haaray; a traditional and fun event in southernmost of Okinaw…
Remembering Reversion and Driving on the Right Side, or i…
When Okinawa was returned to Japan on May 15th, 1972, part of the package was an entirely new set of challenges that needed to be met. For Okinawans, ...Read More
HEADLINES
- Remembering Reversion and Driving on the Right Side, or is it the Left? [History]
- Day of Naha: Immerse Yourself in the Capital City of Okinawa [Community CURRENT ISSUE]
- Tanabata is precursor to Obon season, and day for wishes [CULTURE]
- June 23rd, Okinawa’s Peace Memorial Day [CURRENT ISSUE]
- Itoman Haaray; a traditional and fun event in southernmost of Okinawa [CULTURE Festival]
- June 1st is day dedicated to Okinawa’s Kariyushi Wear [Living]
- Okinawa marks 54th anniversary of reversion to Japan [Politics]
- Yohena’s Ajisai-en, The Hydrangea Garden of Motobu [Nature & Environment]
- Chasing the Dragon – The Naha Haarii [Festival]
- Golden Week, Japan’s Mega Holiday [CULTURE Family Festival]
- Shiimi: A time to remember and honor the dead in Okinawa [CULTURE]
- Okinawa Beach Opening Information 2026! [CURRENT ISSUE LIFE]
- Sanshin, The Heart and Soul of Okinawa [CULTURE]
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“Day of Go-ya”
Today the May 8th (5/8) is the “Day of Go-ya”!! (Bitter melon) “5” is “Go”, and “8” is “Ya” in Japanese. Let’s have a Go-ya today!! Recipe for Go-Ya Champuru here! https://youtu.be/9SQvTL0N0-4...Read More
OkiPark Vol.38 Motobu Park in Haebaru Town
Motobu Park is located in southern Okinawa, in the town of Haebaru. This is not to be confused with Motobu Town located to the north. The park sits on a hill top and has a wonderful view of the surrounding area. The playground facilities on location suit kids of varying age levels, from toddlers to grade scho...Read More
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