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Itoman Haaray; a traditional and fun eve… [CULTURE Festival]
The Itoman Haaray takes place on the May 4th of the Lunar Calendar. This day is actually June 18th 2026 of the Gregorian Calendar. Most peop...Read More
Chasing the Dragon – The Naha Haarii [Festival]
The Naha Haarii Festival will happen during Golden Week from May 3-5, 10:00 ~ 19:00 at the Naha New Port. Haarii — meaning “dragon boat” in ...Read More
Golden Week, Japan’s Mega Holiday [CULTURE Family Festival]
Spring is here. And in Japan that means warmer weather, cherry blossoms, and rainy season. But, before the rainy season takes hold and shrou...Read More
Movies in AAFES Theaters May 24 ~ 30 [Movies -On Base-]
KADENA THEATER Admission Prices Adult $6.00, Child $3.25 3D movies Adult $8.00 Child $5.25 24 Sat 0900 Godzilla PG13 24 Sat 1230 The Amazing Spider-man PG13 24 Sat 1600 ...
2014.05.22
Real Escape Game comes to Okinawa [ENTERTAINMENT]
The scenario is classic mystery: you’re inside the luxurious Orient Express train, enjoying a well deserved vacation, when suddenly the train is hijacked by person or persons unkn...
2014.05.22
Reclusive jazz bassist to perform in Okinawa [ENTERTAINMENT]
Swedish bass player and composer Anders Jormin is in Okinawa this week to stage one of his rare public performances, a concert at Garamand Hall in the Ginoza Village Cultural Cente...
Horoscope [Horoscope]
May 22 ~ 28 Aries This is just the right time for romance and good communication. Your natural attractiveness and right words are your advantages. So maybe, on the level of passion...
Movies in AAFES Theaters May 17 ~ 23 [Movies -On Base-]
KADENA THEATER Admission Prices Adult $6.00, Child $3.25 3D movies Adult $8.00 Child $5.25 17 Sat 0830 Godzilla 2014 PG13 17 Sat 1130 Godzilla 3D PG13 18 Sun Base Mandat...
2014.05.15
Ryukyu Philharmoinic Orchestra Brass Quintet stages afternoon concert [ENTERTAINMENT]
The Ryukyu Philharmonic Orchestra Brass Quintet is presenting an afternoon concert at Palette Civic Theater Wednesday, featuring tunes from well-known musicals. Doors open at 1 p.m...
2014.05.15
Stateside bands entertaining at Schwab Festival [Festival]
Two American bands are on stage this weekend at the Camp Schwab Festival courtesy of Armed Forces Entertainment. The 2014 Camp Schwab Festival will kick off at 2 p.m. both Saturday...
Horoscope [Horoscope]
May 15 ~ 21 Aries Just now almost all compete for your friendship. As you are a happy go lucky person, this is love on a comfortable and safe level. There will be talk of money pro...
Movies in AAFES theaters May 10~16 [Movies -On Base-]
KADENA THEATER Admission Prices Adult $6.00, Child $3.25 3D movies Adult $8.00 Child $5.25 10 Sat 0830 The Amazing Spider-Man 2 PG13 10 Sat 1200 The Amazing Spider-Man 3D PG13 ...
Horoscope [Horoscope]
May 8 ~ 14 Aries Because of your very social nature, you usually are well aware of what is going on around you. However, there’s now someone who’s troubled and reluctant to open up...
2014.05.04
Inspiring violin master to perform in Urasoe [ENTERTAINMENT]
A 90-year-old Israeli violinist will perform in Okinawa on May 11th, teaming with local musicians including the Gitlis Okinawa Orchestra. Ivry Gitlis is an Israeli violinist and UN...
Movies at AAFES Theaters May 3 ~ 9 [Movies -On Base-]
KADENA THEATER Admission Prices Adult $6.00, Child $3.25 3D movies Adult $8.00 Child $5.25 03 Sat 1900 Rio 2 PG 03 Sat 1130 Brick Mansions PG13 03 Sat 1400 Captain America: Win...
2014.05.01
Golden Week offers kids’ event whole family can enjoy [ENTERTAINMENT]
In Japan, May 5th is Children’s Day, the national holiday every Japanese kid waits for with much anticipation and excitement. This holiday is part of Golden Week, which is a series...
2014.05.01
Okinawa Zoo offers Golden Week specials [Festival]
The Okinawa Zoo & Wonder Museum are in the Golden Week spirit, exhibiting 500 koinobori, the carp streamers, and offering a series of dance and musical performances aimed at ch...
2014.05.01
Tambo Festival is a delight for children [Festival]
The Tambo Festival Saturday in Kin town is for everyone, but for kids, it is a ‘not to miss’ event. Tambo means ‘rice paddy.’ “The community-sponsored festival is free, running 9 ...
2014.05.01
Mega holiday Golden Week grips Okinawa [Festival]
By Bill Charles A string of national holidays lasting through Tuesday has schools, government offices and many businesses shuttered as Okinawa embrace what is commonly known as the...
Horoscope [Horoscope]
May 1 ~ 7 Aries If you have talked about your friend’s love affair, you can expect hear whether you got it right. Your love life is sweet, and it’s best to stick with it. Be carefu...
2014.04.27
Colorful Koinobori Festivals kick off [Festival]
The 20th Hija River Koinobori Festival, one of the island’s best known events, begins Sunday morning with raising of the Koinobori. Raising of the koinobori begins at 10 a.m. at th...
2014.04.27
Vienna Choir Boys making return visit to Okinawa [ENTERTAINMENT]
The most famous youth choir in the world, the Vienna Choir Boys, is returning to Okinawa for a single concert next Tuesday at the Okinawa City Civic Hall. The concert by the group ...
Movies at AAFES Theaters Apr. 26 ~ May 2 [Movies -On Base-]
KADENA THEATER Admission Prices Adult $6.00, Child $3.25 3D movies Adult $8.00 Child $5.25 26 Sat 0900 Bears G 26 Sat 1115 Bears G 26 Sat 1330 Heaven Is For Real PG 26 Sat 1615...
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