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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,...
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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Cuisine: Japanese

Kampai – Okinawan style!: Get into the spirits of the Ryukyu Kingdom

The French have their wine, you can’t get more American than beer and everybody knows Japan is all about the sake, right?
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Oodles of cold noodles

This cold noodle salad is quick, light, and won’t have you spending more than five minutes in front of a stove. The prep work is easy and the final dish comes together quickly. Boiling the noodles and a quick sear are the only things that will tear you away from your other summer duties.
Photo courtesy of Shirasa Shokudo
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Cuisine: Japanese

Shirasa Shokudo serves up seafood bowls with original sauce

An old Ryukyuan legend has it that a young couple accidentally fell from the sky onto Kouri Island, becoming the first inhabitants of what we know call the Okinawan islands.
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Cuisine: Thai

Get a spice of life at Jai Thai on Okinawa

Spicy Asian food always seems to hit the spot when it’s hot outside. Your sweat and the taste of hot peppers go well together.
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Cuisine: Japanese

Kijimunaa near Camp Foster serves omu-taco rice

You may have heard and even sampled Okinawa’s signature so-called soul food, taco rice – south-of-the-boarder-seasoned ground beef atop rice with shredded cheese, lettuce and tomato. But, what about its cousin, “omu-taco rice”?
Photo by Shoji Kudaka
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Cuisine: American

Try tasty and beefy burger at Hilly Valley Jr.

If you are planning to go there, it would be a good idea to replenish your energy before starting a long hike.