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Okinawa Beach Opening Information 2026! [CURRENT ISSUE LIFE]
Okinawa Beach Opening Information 2026! Ginowan Tropical Beach (Apr. 18) Chatan Sunset Beach (Apr. 10) Chatan Araha Beach (Mid. Apr.) Nishih...Read More
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
2014.03.05
Kabayan specializes in native Philippines cuisine [Gourmet]
It’s easy to say “serving authentic Philippines cuisine”, but delivering on those promises is a whole lot harder. Arlene Oshiro, who’s been in Okinawa more than 20 years and is own...
2014.03.03
Relaxation that’s simply unbelievable! [Living]
A dip in an onsen hot spring is one of life’s most pleasurable experiences, but most people aren’t aware they don’t have to travel all the way to the mainland to accomplish it. The...
2014.03.02
O-jima shop serves tasty tempura [Gourmet]
Fresh fish is seemingly everywhere on Okinawa Island, but nothing can match the taste of fish on a tiny little island, O-jima. The first store you will see after crossing the bridg...
2014.03.02
Thai cuisine and magnificent view of coastline [Gourmet]
One is hard pressed to say, which is more enjoyable, its Thai cuisine or the gorgeous view from its deck, but Café Kurukuma is arguably one of the most famous tourist spots on Okin...
2014.03.02
Japan Foreign Ministry making efforts to improve ODA [Education]
By Edo Heinrich-Sanchez This week the Economist.com has gathered leaders for the World Ocean Summit in San Francisco. Keynote speakers include U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry, ...
2014.02.24
Protect your pet dog from filaria [Health & Beauty]
In Okinawa, every pet needs regular medication whole year around to prevent filarial disease. It can be either in the form of a once a year shot or an oral dosage taken once a mont...
2014.02.21
Nail art on display in Convention Center [Health & Beauty]
Shiny paint jobs used to adorn the fingertips of many women, some using sparkly chips, before the practice gave way to new artistry featuring colors, gemstones, cartoon characters ...
2014.02.18
Genuine Italian cuisine with superb view as bonus [Gourmet]
Italian restaurant Grand Blue is boasting about how special it is, being located on a hilltop in Kitanakagusuku Village, overlooking Awase and the Pacific Ocean. Napoli Pizza is Gr...
2014.02.17
Crisp stereo provides great traveling tunes [Technology]
From hard pounding bass to smooth hi-fidelity of music, Mr. SoundGood knows what it takes! In Okinawa, owning a vehicle is almost a must, because public transportation leaves much ...
2014.02.17
Yu-sui-do specializes in ‘truly Japanese’ gifts [Shopping]
Many people looking to buy a gift for a friend or a souvenir for themselves want to get something that really reminds them of the time when they lived in Japan. Fortunately, one of...
2014.02.15
Gallery Sora hosts Table Coordination Exhibition to benefit Philippines [Living]
A dining space is where a woman tends to shine. In the company of family, friends and a delicious meal, the dining table is a place to have a wonderful time. And the occasion is th...
2014.02.15
Breathtaking view that had to be shared [Gourmet]
It began as a love of nature, when a man discovered a piece of land in Kitanakagusuku with a phenomenal view and bought it to build a home. Build it he did, but after a short time ...
2014.02.13
Fishing Show showcases right gear to catch the big ones [Technology]
“World fishermen and anglers unite” would be a fitting motto for the second Okinawa Fishing Trade Show coming up at the Okinawa Convention Center this weekend. The free two-day exh...
2014.02.13
Valentine’s Day honors love and romance [Living]
Valentine’s Day is on Friday, and men and women are hurrying to department stores and candy shops to purchase treats for that special person in their lives. In America, Valentine’s...
2014.02.10
Okinawa’s most famous bird [Nature & Environment]
The most famous bird on Okinawa is Yanbaru Kuina. This is an endangered flightless bird with a red beak and red nose and was only discovered in 1978. This bird is sole habitat is...
2014.02.03
KHS students and AFLROTC kadets take on cleaning Kouri Island [Nature & Environment]
By Edo Heinrich-Sanchez Kadena High School students and U.S. Air Force Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps (AFJROTC) led by David J. Weissgerber, affectionately and respectfully ...
2014.02.03
Yukura is key stop at Michi-no Eki Itoman [Shopping]
Yukura is a specialties building in Michi-no Eki Itoman, filled with plenty of local products and souvenirs from around Okinawa. The area was created as a market to sell products m...
2014.02.03
Ryukyu Glass: unique, colorful and affordable [Shopping]
Ryukyu glass is one of Okinawa’s artisan specialties, dating back to the Meiji era about a century ago, but a craft that gained momentum in the post-World War II era as the island ...
2014.01.30
Traditional Chinese New Year Buffet has plenty to sample [Gourmet]
There’s Chinese food, and then there’s the Ryukyu-Chinese adaptation of dishes and served up by Getsuen Hanten, an Okinawa restaurant with nearly six decades of experience. Getsuen...
2014.01.27
Winter is best season for camping on Okinawa [Nature & Environment]
By David Higgins If you are looking for a winter activity on Okinawa, you might want to consider camping. For North Americans, summer is the usual season for camping; however, the...
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