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School's out, now what?

The final school bell has rung and the initial joy and excitement has been replaced with the inevitable, “I’m bored.” Here are a few ideas to help keep your kids busy and your sanity in tact without...
A U.S.-bound plane is parked at a gate at Narita International Airport in Japan, March 9, 2019. AARON KIDD/STARS AND STRIPES
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American with loaded gun in luggage is arrested at airport en route to new job at Okinawa base, police say

A Seattle man flying to Okinawa for a new job as a civilian firefighter at White Beach Naval Facility was arrested after a loaded firearm was found in his bag at Narita International Airport, Japanese police said.
American and Japanese youth play in a basketball tournament Feb 17. 2019 at Renaissance Sports Club, Nakagami, Okinawa Japan. The friendly games were held to give youth the opportunity to compete and enjoy basketball across cultures. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Brennan Priest)
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American and Japanese youth on Okinawa compete in friendly basketball tournament

NAKAGAMI, OKINAWA, Japan— American and Japanese youth basketball teams played against each other Feb. 17 at Renaissance Sports Club, Nakagami, Okinawa Japan.
A whimsical fried potato served alongside Ralph's burgers is sure to bring a smile to any diner's face. AYA ICHIHASHI/STARS AND STRIPES
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ll-beef patties and a simple menu make Ralph’s Burger Restaurant a standout on Okinawa

Over the years, some women have felt reluctant to openly express their love for so-called “manly” food like hamburgers and steaks — but thankfully, the rising trend of high-protein diets and weightlifting routines created specifically for women means that burger lovers like myself no longer have to hide our appreciation for all things meaty.
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Italian Kitchen: Pasta/ravioli recipe for beginners

Fast and easy homemade pasta recipe. Perfect for easy Monday night dinners. Ingredients and directions easy to follow for both beginners and advanced cooks.
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5 simple, delicious recipes with Okinawa's famous brown sugar

Okinawan brown sugar, made from sugarcane grown in fields blessed with strong southern-island sunlight and minerals delivered by the ocean spray, is very rich in flavor.
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Awesome gift ideas! 5 handy Japanese kitchen gadgets

Due to COVID, our time at home got longer and longer. Well, how about a gift to make that homelife a little more special? Step up, kitchen appliances!
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The Okinawa connection between Awamori and Karate

Okinawa is well-known as the birthplace of karate, but Japan’s southern islands are also home to the creation of a unique distilled liquor known as awamori.
Photos by Shoji Kudaka
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Bite into The Bros scrumptious signature sandwiches on Okinawa

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.
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Taste of Japan: The wonderful world of Japanese melons

In recent years the deliciousness of Japanese fruit has been attracting attention overseas. Among the sought-after fruits, melons have gained popularity as a high-class fruit.