In Okinawa, King Tacos is almost like a synonym for taco rice.

In Japan, pineapples grow in only two prefectures: Okinawa and Kagoshima.

Nago Castle Park is a hot spot for cherry blossom-viewing in the winter as thousands of visitors come to enjoy the pink blush flowers. Nago-dake, a mountain just at the back of the park, does not receive the same glory.

In August of 2025, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University celebrates 10 years of providing industry-relevant aviation, aerospace, engineering, and STEM education to U.S. military members, their families, and eligible civilians in the Pacific Command.

Darryl hails from Charleston, South Carolina, and has served 21 years in the United States Air Force as a member of Security Forces.

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

Cape Maeda is a popular diving/snorkeling spot. Its Ao no Dokutsu (blue cave or grotto) sits on the bucket list for many tourists coming to Okinawa.

Here is one of Stars and Stripes 2025-26 Best of the Pacific winners! Let’s find out more about Inns of the Corps (Hansen) on Okinawa.

Here is one of Stars and Stripes 2025-26 Best of the Pacific winners! Let’s find out more about the Palms on Okinawa.

U.S. Marine Corps Pfc. Bryan Chijate, a transmissions system operator with 5th Air Naval Gunfire Liaison Company, III Marine Expeditionary Force Information Group, tests a field expedient radio antenna on Camp Hansen, Japan.