Shiimi: A time to remember and honor the dead in Okinawa
April marks the beginning of one of Okinawa’s most important and sacred religious ceremonies, known locally as shiimi. This particular ceremony takes ...Read More
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- Shiimi: A time to remember and honor the dead in Okinawa [CULTURE]
- Shisa get their day on Thursday [History Living]
- Okinawa Beach Opening Information 2025 [Nature & Environment News]
- Sanshin, The Heart and Soul of Okinawa [CULTURE]
- Higashi Village’s Azalea Flower Festival [Festival]
- Hina dolls bring health, happiness to small girls [CULTURE]
- Valentine’s Day in Japan is all about romance and chocolate with a twist [CULTURE]
- ‘Year of the Snake’ begins in Okinawan fishing communities [CULTURE CURRENT ISSUE]
- Pro-Baseball Spring Training 2025 [Family Sports]
- “Tankan” is taste of Okinawan winter [Nature & Environment]
- Cherry Blossom Festivals on Okinawa kicks off Saturday [Festival]
- Find symbol of your year to visit the right temple [Living]
- Muuchii’s big lunar day is celebrated today [CULTURE]
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This noodle dish is easy and quick to cook, using ketchup with fried noodles to create a good old Okinawan flavor. This is straightforward home cooking, so basically you can customize and use whatever vegetables you can find in your fridge. Ingredients (Serves 2) • Okinawa Soba Noodles 沖縄そば 14 oz or 400g • 1 canned luncheon meat, sliced (e.g. Spam) • 1/4 goya (bitter melon) • 1 lbs bean sprouts • 1/4 cabbage, shredded • 2 garlic cloves, chopped • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil • 2 tablespoons Worces...Read More


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