In Japan, Tsuribori refers to ponds where you can enjoy fishing without even going to sea.

When April comes around, it’s time to pay up in Japan. Road tax payment needs to be made between April and May. 

Just like spring arrives early with cherry blossoms, summer is coming up really soon in Okinawa.

U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Dylan Ries, a utilities systems technician with 9th Engineer Support Battalion, 3rd Marine Logistics Group, participates in underwater egress training at the Hansen Aquatics Center

Back in the day, there was not much to like about winter in Okinawa.

Bushido Warriors FC will host the Bushido Warriors Kin Town Cup 2026, an international futsal tournament bringing together U.S. military teams and local Okinawan clubs for a day of competitive soccer, cultural exchange, and community engagement.

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Todd Karlsen, a native of Washington and an administrative specialist with III Marine Expeditionary Force Support Battalion and assigned to the Reserve Affairs Branch, III MEF, was awarded Reserve Administration Non-commissioned Officer of the Year on Feb. 26, 2026

U.S. Marine Corps 1st Lt. Alim Hicks, a native of Istanbul, Turkey, and a supply officer with III Marine Expeditionary Force Support Battalion, III MEF Information Group, shares his experience with leadership and family at Camp Hansen, Okinawa, Japan, Feb. 19, 2026.

Many drivers in Okinawa have probably noticed that, since January, traffic has significantly increased on the Okinawa Expressway between Ishikawa Interchange near Camp Courtney and Kin Interchange near Camp Hansen.

Cafe Gallery Doka Doka is an Okinawan Yachimun (pottery) gallery and cafe restaurant in Onna.