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Jason Derulo, rapper Saweetie among slated acts for Afro Jam Festival on July 17-20

This summer, the Okinawa Suntory Arena will be serenaded by some big rap, R&B and pop artists for Afro Jam Festival 2025 running July 17-20.

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Smooth windsurfing on Okinawa’s Senaga Island

While stationed in Okinawa, you’ve probably tried surfing, snorkeling, diving and beachcombing. But, if you’re looking to up the ante, give windsurfing a try.

Food & Drink

My Faves: Okinawan ‘snack bread’

Kashi pan or “菓子パン” is a word that means “snack bread” in Japanese.

Food & Drink

Taste of Okinawa: Garlicky happiness at Tsuki no Akari near Kadena’s Gate 2

Chuka Soba Tsuki no Akari is a sleek shop on Gate 2 Street that is popular and familiar to Kadena residents and employees.


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Food & Drink

Mexico taco joint debuts first branch in Chatan

There are many taco joints on Okinawa, but Mexico is arguably one of the most famous. Since its debut in 1977, this joint has been known for serving only one simple menu item: “taco.”

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Food & Drink

BURGER’S TIME IMUA is special burger place in Okinawa 

I introduced to myself the rule of “one hamburger per week.” That normally means a hamburger on Saturday, most likely at an A&W restaurant.


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Let Okinawan demons chill you at Murasaki Mura lantern festival

Summer is considered a spooky season in Japan and Okinawa. Locals seek a chill through Kimodameshi (test of guts) in an effort to have a break from the steamy heat.

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VIDEO: Okinawa's spectacular bullfights a sight to behold

Bullfights on Okinawa are a huge spectacle that draw huge crowds of people cheering on their favorite bulls.

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Tearing it up on ATVs in Higashi Village, Okinawa

It had been years since I’d made my way back to Higashi Village on Okinawa’s northeastern coast.

Photo Of Fake food, real art: The century-old history of sanpuru’s artful Japanese craftsmanship

Food & Drink

Fake food, real art: The century-old history of sanpuru’s artful Japanese craftsmanship

Glistening noodles wrapped taut around the wooden edge of a chopstick.

Photo Of Mysterious underwater ruins: Explore the unexplained in Yonaguni, Okinawa

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Mysterious underwater ruins: Explore the unexplained in Yonaguni, Okinawa

Are you an adventure-seeker with a passion for history and diving? Then get ready to explore one of the world’s most mysterious underwater sites—Yonaguni!

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VIDEO: Japan Tip of the Day-Preparing gift for weddings 

If you have family members or friends who are Japanese, you may have opportunities to attend local wedding ceremonies. If that’s the case, you will need to prepare a handsel.

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Share your ink in Stars and Stripes’ 2025 Pacific Tattoo magazine!

Stars and Stripes wants to feature your tattoos and the stories behind them in our next Pacific Tattoo magazine!

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