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Okinawa Motor Show shifts into gear Nov. 9-10

Motorheads mark your calendar. The biggest motor show on the island is going to make its way back.

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VIDEO: Okinawa Kitchen: A stroke of luck with delicious imokinton

With the return of fall, grocery stores stock up on sweet potatoes and seasonal snacks with satsuma-imo (sweet potato) flavors.

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Rules for riding e-scooters in Japan

With the recent uptick of violations and accidents involving e-scooters in Japan, I realized it might be time to catch up on the rules and regulations of using these vehicles.

Food & Drink

Taste of Okinawa: Burger joint Captain Kangaroo in Nago now hot spot for taco rice

Before 2020, Captain Kangaroo near Tapic Stadium Nago was known for its hearty burgers. Now, this burger joint has become a spot to grab Okinawa’s signature dish, taco rice.


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In the footsteps of Okinawa’s railway

One day as I was driving, a funny tune caught my attention coming from a radio, going “Afee! Afee!”

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Taste of Okinawa: Every day sandwich day at Five Star Deli in Chatan

Five Star Deli near the Sunabe Seawall in Chatan City has garnered a lot of popularity on Okinawa.


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Food & Drink

Natto Beans: All about Japan’s weird fermented soy superfood

Japanese natto beans have garnered a bit more of the spotlight in recent years for their superfood and probiotic appeal.

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Okinawa's wonderful waters great place to snorkel

If you are on the island of Okinawa, you have the opportunity to see world-class reefs in crystal clear water.

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VIDEO: Japan kitchen: Simple recipe for Kabocha Korokke

Kabocha korokke, is a common and very popular bento meal item. You’ll find this in many schoolchildren’s lunch boxes when autumn arrives as it’s a great way for moms to get their kids to eat more veggies.

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20 fun things to do on Okinawa's interesting Ishigaki Island

The southern island of Ishigaki is famous for its clear emerald-green water and beautiful white sandy beaches.

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Exploring Okinawa: Uncovering Nanjo City's hidden spots

Because I didn’t know what my options were until I arrived, I set aside the afternoon of my anime sightseeing day trip to Nanjo City for whatever locally spoke to me.

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Submit photos for Welcome to the Pacific magazine by Jan. 22, 2025

Have you ever dreamed about having your photo featured on the cover of a magazine?In May 2025, the next edition of our annual Stars and Stripes Welcome to the Pacific magazine will hit the streets, and we’re looking for you, our readers, to help make it the best ever!

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Stars and Stripes can help you customize T-shirts, tote bags!

Stars and Stripes’ Printshop now offers customized T-shirts and tote bags.

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Job Opening at Stars and Stripes: Multimedia, Digital, and Programmatic Sales Contractor

Are you an experienced sales professional with a passion for multimedia and digital sales? Stars and Stripes is looking for independent contractors to join our team, working in Tokyo, Seoul, Okinawa, or Singapore.

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