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VIDEO: Exploring Okinawa with stroll around Shuri Castle’s neighborhood

Though Shuri Castle may top your list among the many attractions to visit in Okinawa, the neighborhood surrounding the iconic castle is home to many other historical sites to check out.

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Exploring Okinawa: Head to Yaese Town for trail trekking, goats and more

On a sunny late-autumn day, I headed to Horohoro no Mori in Yaese Town on Okinawa’s southern coast.

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Cycling Okinawa: Discover culture and friendship with e-CHARity

Nestled in the heart of Naha, Okinawa, e-CHARIty is transforming the way visitors experience this beautiful island through eco-friendly e-bike rentals and engaging local guided tours.

Food & Drink

Okinawa Goat Misaki in Naha: An anthropology of goat cuisine

Goat meat, like Chui jhal, Boodog or Kaldereta, is usually associated with Bengal, Mongolian or Filipino cuisine. It is not what you normally associate with Japanese cuisine, so how did it make as a powerhouse dish in this oversized counter bar and dining room they call Misaki?


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Photo Of Shima Nakama Restaurant in Naha, Okinawa

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Shima Nakama Restaurant in Naha, Okinawa

Charles Spense, the author of the book Gastrophysics once said, the pleasures of the table reside in the mind, not in the mouth. So as you eat today, are you stressed and closed to the world, or is your heart open to new possibilities?

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Be respectful! Tomb visiting season begins April 4 in Okinawa

Starting late March through April, you would see banners and flags with the word “清明祭” at local supermarkets on the island.


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Okinawa’s White Beach Festival to be held April 12-13

Don’t miss the live entertainment, festival foods and more at the White Beach Festival on April 12 and 13.

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Mercure Hotel Naha in Okinawa: The Future of Travel

At Mercure Naha Okinawa, they are taking the democratisation of travel to the next level.

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Japan Tip of the Day: Restaurant reservations made easy with app

Making a reservation at a restaurant in Japan can be difficult and intimidating if you don’t speak the language.

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Upcoming events on bases in Okinawa

There are some great events coming up in Okinawa!

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Time to pay up! It’s road tax season in Japan!

It’s time to pay your annual road taxes, which are mandated by Japanese law and based on vehicle engine size.

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Exploring Okinawa: What not to do at cultural sites

Okinawa does not hide nor horde their cultural sites, but they do require respect is given when visitors are present.

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Education

Month of the Military Child: Military children, tell us your story!

Hey, all you kids in the military community need to read this. Seriously! So, please put down your iPad, iPhone or other digital device for the next couple of minutes. You’ll survive, and I promise no one will take them.

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Education

Salute your 2025 graduate in Stripes Grad Tab; Deadline May 5 for Okinawa

High school graduation is a special time, and Stars and Stripes is pleased to once again be putting together our annual Grad Tab, highlighting information on all of the Pacific DoDEA high schools and their graduating classes.

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