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VIDEO: Fun on Okinawa: A crafty day in Onna Village

On a sunny autumn day, I headed to Onna Village. I have been there many times the past few years for activities such as snorkeling near Cape Maeda and water obstacles at Manza Beach. This time, however, I was in the mood for something crafty.

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VIDEO: Exploring Okinawa: Ziplining at Forest Adventure

Hold on tight and get ready for the adrenaline rush of ziplining at Forest Adventure Onna.

Food & Drink

VIDEO: Avoid these no-nos when using chopsticks in Japan

As chopsticks have a 3,000-year history, various customs and traditions surround their use, and the following are some no-nos of chopsticks.

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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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Photo Of Cave Okinawa near Camp Foster a whole lot of fun

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Cave Okinawa near Camp Foster a whole lot of fun

You don’t necessarily need a harness, a helmet, or a headlight to feel like Lara Croft or Indiana Jones.

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Food & Drink

VIDEO: Japanese Kitchen: Spice up dinner with mapo tofu

As someone who loves spicy food, summer is the time I am most excited about.


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Be respectful around Okinawa's sacred big tombs

For those who are new to the island, traditional Okinawan tombs may look very intriguing. But the spiritual importance these large structures have to Okinawans should be respected.

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Food & Drink

Taste of Japan: Japanese ramen vs. Okinawa soba

So what’s the difference between ramen and Okinawa soba anyway?

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Taste of Japan: Story behind Okinawa's ‘A-lunch’

Yoshoku, or Western dishes, came to Okinawa decades after hitting Japan’s mainland. The adoption of the Western cuisine was accelerated when the island became more exposed to American food after the battle of Okinawa.

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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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VIDEO: Exploring Okinawa: Glass Boat Tour in Miibaru Beach

Miibaru Beach on the southern coast of Okinawa’s main island is a major draw for tourists. Its sandy shore runs a kilometer long, including the neighboring Hyakuna Beach.

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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.

Photo Of Beautiful locations to enjoy takeout meals on Okinawa

Food & Drink

Beautiful locations to enjoy takeout meals on Okinawa

Grabbing my food to-go and sitting outside to enjoy it has been something I look forward to.

Photo Of VIDEO: Karate Kid fans can walk in his shoes in Okinawa

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VIDEO: Karate Kid fans can walk in his shoes in Okinawa

In early spring, I had the chance to visit Mutabaru Observatory, an Okinawan site you may recognize from Netflix series Cobra Kai.

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