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Shimenawa, sacred New Year rice straw fe… [Living]
“Shimenawa,” literally a “closing rope” is a decoration mostly seen at Shinto shrines to mark holy places where spirits reside. A variation ...Read More
What do you do on Okinawa during the New… [CULTURE LIFE]
It’s finally the end of the year 2025, and so it’s time to ask how was your year 2026? Good memories, bad memories, each person has their ow...Read More
Okinawa Expressway Renewal Work Starts J… [CURRENT ISSUE LIFE Living]
NEXCO, the company operating the Okinawa Expressway announces that Expressway renewal works start from January 6th to April 28th in 2026 bet...Read More
2014.12.22
Grand Blue Christmas Specials served with wine list to match [Gourmet]
A downright authentic Italian restaurant with a spectacular view overlooking central Okinawa from its hilltop location in Kitanakagusuku is brightening the holiday season with a go...
2014.12.22
Antique Dollhouse Exhibition shows works of five artists [Living]
A total of 80 dollhouses created by five artists from various parts of Japan are gathered for display in Tomiton. The collection consists of various types of works like European st...
2014.12.19
Kirairo Marche showcases handicrafs Sunday at Ginowan [Shopping]
One of the biggest craft markets on Okinawa, Kirairo Marche, is open to the public on Sunday. Kirairo Marche is not only a handmade goods market, but a variety of shops coming toge...
2014.12.19
Yuntanza-yaki Pottery Fair set for weekend [Shopping]
It’s an annual event taking place on the third week of December, when the studios of Yuntanza kiln and Yuntanza north kiln will get together. It is one of the most popular pottery ...
Okinawa desperately needs to improve English education [Education]
Dear Speaker of the Okinawa Prefecture Assembly I Love Okinawa Campaign / World O.C.E.A.N. NGO (World Ocean Culture & Education Action Network) Chairman Eduardo Heinrich-Sanche...
2014.12.17
Chicken Karaage – Japanese style deep fried chicken [Cooking Recipe]
Karaage is a really popular dish for everybody from young kids to adults in Japan. This was my favourite dish when I was small and I loved to find karaage in my school lunch box. I...
2014.12.15
Time for education innovation [Education]
By E. Heinrich-Sanchez Okinawa is striving to become an Asia-Pacific hub for distribution, and a gateway to Asia. Quality English education has been identified as a priority yet th...
2014.12.15
Evening dinner cruise shows Naha from new perspective [CURRENT ISSUE Living]
The holiday season is the time for entertaining new experiences, and one often overlooked is a relaxing dinner cruise in the harbor areas of Naha City. Island Life Concierge overse...
2014.12.14
Three ways to say “bye bye” to back pain [Health & Beauty]
By David Higgins Even if you love your career, there are always going to be some aspects of the job that are unappealing. Personally speaking, in my line of work the thing that bo...
2014.12.11
Jushi – steamed rice with mixed vegetables [Cooking Recipe]
Jushi is one of the most popular Okinawan dishes. There is a similar dish in mainland Japan, but using pork belly among the ingredients makes this steamed rice meal quite unique to...
2014.12.08
There’s nothing that matches good Thai Massage [Health & Beauty]
One of the most popular massages in the world is Thai Massage, and Okinawa is home to Jasmine, a premier Thai Massage salon that is catching the holiday spirit this month with a 10...
2014.12.08
Pets have holiday season, too! [Family]
The holiday season is in full swing, and Coo & Riku, one of the largest and best known pet shop chains in Japan, has launched its Christmas Campaign. Pets and merchandise will ...
2014.12.07
Trick art returns to Ashibinaa Mall [Living]
A Trick Art show by S.D. Space Design was a tremendous hit on Okinawa a year ago, and now is making a return with all new, different paintings. When seen through a camera lens, the...
2014.12.07
Creating website takes patience and good planning [Technology]
By David Higgins If you have ever wanted to pursue your own business or even just put your thoughts out to the world, creating your own website is a must. Putting content on a web...
2014.12.06
Petition for international rules for ocean environment [Nature & Environment]
By E. Heinrich-Sanchez Dear Japan Update readers. We are blessed to be living in Okinawa, rated as one of the top ten diving spots in the world. As a fleet of Chinese “Red C...
2014.12.03
Japanese style curry [Cooking Recipe]
Do you like Japanese style curry? I noticed a lot of people like Japanese style or CoCo curry and want to know how to cook it at home. So here is a Japanese curry recipe. You can ...
2014.12.02
Sweet and tender simmered pork [Cooking Recipe]
You might have noticed Okinawans love pork. Pork is in Okinawan noodles, fried rice and even in vegetables – it’s everywhere! This week, I introduce one of my favourite pork ...
2014.12.02
Goya salad [Cooking Recipe]
Goya, or ‘bitter melon’, is a common and traditional local vegetable. You might have seen it at your local farmers’ market and wondered how to cook it. Well, there is more use for ...
2014.12.01
Who’s Who at AMICUS? Quest for Transparency [Education]
By E. Heinrich-Sanchez Obunsha Co.’s management is being questioned and under scrutiny by the Okinawa Prefecture Assembly. Important deadlines are coming up in December and l...
2014.12.01
Three Okinawa Classified Sites you should check out [Living]
By David Higgins If you are interested in buying or selling items such as furniture, electronics, clothing, etc. and are living in Okinawa, the best way to deal with these items is...
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