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Get off base and enjoy these fun events on Okinawa

There's some great events coming up, so get off base and check them out!
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Explore Okinawa's stunning Hedo Point

North, or south? That's the sort of question that can best be answered by the flip of a coin when you're considering a weekend road trip to explore Okinawa.
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The basics and friendly reminders about OPSEC

As the U.S. entered World War II, posters depicting the phrase “Loose lips sink ships” were printed and widely circulated.
Little Greek Kitchen on Okinawa has a simple policy: everything is made from scratch, even the pita bread. AYA ICHIHASHI/STARS AND STRIPES
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Little Greek Kitchen serves up food from scratch, fantastic view in Yomitan, Okinawa

Five years ago, I discovered a lovely Greek restaurant housed in an old metal shipping container on Ikei Island, part of a small island chain on the east side of Okinawa.
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A theme park in Yomitan Village dedicated to Okinawa’s history and culture

Near Yomitan Village’s coastline, you’ll find a theme park which offers something curious to both history buffs and arts and crafts fans. At Murasaki Mura, take a walk back to Naha’s old Chinatown and see a park dedicated to Okinawa’s history and culture.
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Taco rice is all the craze on Okinawa

Nothing says fast food in the south of Japan like “tako-raisu!” And 2019 marks the 35th birthday of this signature Okinawan dish, according to local lore.
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Looking for a burrito on Okinawa? Here's where to go!

Burritos are not common in Japan. To top that, putting one together can prove a challenge. 
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How to hop around Okinawan islands on the cheap

I departed on a Sunday morning in May from Okinawa’s Tomari Port (see sidebar below), which was crowded with tourists of different nationalities. I could hear them speaking English, Chinese, French, Korean, and Japanese. Some held snorkeling gear, while others had underwater cameras in hand.
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Okinawans love them some Spam

Spam, Spam, Spam – lovely Spam!
To most, it’s an old Monty Python skit. But if you’re on Okinawa, it’s a way of life.
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Know how to act around Okinawa's 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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Taco rice is all the craze on Okinawa

Nothing says fast food in the south of Japan like “tako-raisu!” And 2019 marks the 35th birthday of this signature Okinawan dish, according to local lore.
Photos by Shoji Kudaka
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Cuisine: Mexican

Looking for a burrito on Okinawa? Here's where to go!

Burritos are not common in Japan. To top that, putting one together can prove a challenge. 
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Cuisine: American

Okinawans love them some Spam

Spam, Spam, Spam – lovely Spam!
To most, it’s an old Monty Python skit. But if you’re on Okinawa, it’s a way of life.
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Okinawa's Wing King a tasty option for chicken

While many of your go-to restaurants for hot wings, a familiar game-day favorite, like Buffalo Wild Wings or Hoo ters, may not yet have a home in Okinawa, there is no need to feel disappointed. Wing King is here to help with those spicy cravings.
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Okinawa's Forest Café Junon serves up hearty comfort food

Junon offers hearty comfort foods perfect after spending time underground. Choose from hamburger steak, taco rice, a “fish dish” and more. There are also both Japanese and English menus available.
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On Okinawa, tasty sandwiches can be found at The Bros

Americans may be hard to please when it comes to sandwiches. Every U.S. state has its signature sandwich, and individuals often have their own favorites.