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VIDEO: Okinawa Kitchen: Chinnuku Jyushii a winter treat

If you live on Okinawa, you might have seen a seasoned rice dish called “jyushii.” This Okinawan dish is similar to mainland Japan’s takikomi gohan but features ingredients like fuuchiibaa (artemisia) and chiribira (Chinese chive).

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Taste of Okinawa: Healthy appetizers

As the number of bars and pubs on the island indicates, drinking is a big part of life in Okinawa.

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My Paradise: Solo adventure in Phu Quoc, Vietnam

Phu Quoc, the biggest island in Vietnam, is known for its white-sand beaches, turquoise water and hiking trails.

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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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Drinkable mayonnaise: 5 quirky and fun drinks to try in Japan this winter

Winter has come to Japan, and so has a new line-up of exciting time-limited products! Every year, Japan greets winter with a selection of warm, seasonally flavored beverages like yuzu tea and hot chocolate, perfect for grabbing from a convenience store, vending machine, or supermarket for a day out and about.

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VIDEO: Return to Kouri Island, Okinawa

Kouri Island is a relaxing getaway from Okinawa’s main island with beautiful beaches to help you disconnect from the busy world and reconnect with nature.

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Setsubun celebrates ‘change of seasons’ in Japan on Feb. 2

For those of you venturing out in town on Feb. 2, be sure to watch out for flying beans and fleeing ogres.

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Shochu and Soju: What’s the difference?

Differences, similarities, and why these East Asian spirits are trending.

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Nago Grocery Store: A peaceful souvenir shop and cafe in downtown Nago

Nago Grocery Store is a beautiful souvenir store located in downtown Nago. Nago is the largest Northern city on the main island of Okinawa and the city has a slower pace than Naha.

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VIDEO: Somin Champuru an Okinawan favorite

Somen, or somin in Okinawan dialect, comes in different varieties, but an Okinawan favorite is to have the noodles stir-fried in somin champuru.