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Taste of Okinawa: Hilly Valley Jr. near Okuma Beach a hamburger heaven

A trip to Hiji Waterfall will most likely mean a hike of one hour and 20 minutesl. If you are planning to go there, it would be a good idea to replenish your energy before starting a long hike.
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Big burgers at Captain Kangaroo Hamburger on Okinawa

If you plan to visit Okinawa in the future, you'll find an abundance of unique regional cuisine on offer which is well worth trying.
The Mexican Taco Burger from Captain Kangaroo on Okinawa features a chunky beef patty, melted cheese, guacamole, tomato, sour cream and chili beans. AYA ICHIHASHI/STARS AND STRIPES
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Cuisine: American, Mexican

Captain Kagaroo popular with tourists and locals for good reason

Imagine a juicy meat patty blanketed by warm melted cheese, topped with delicious guacamole, crispy lettuce and a tangy tomato slice. Ladle over it a spoonful of chili sauce and sandwich it all nicely in a chewy, toasty sesame-seed bun.
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Katsuren Castle: Ruins hold special place in Okinawa's history

There are many castles to visit and explore on Okinawa. And only a short 30-minute drive away from Camp Foster’s Legion Gate, you’ll find Katsuren Castle, on the peninsula by the same name.
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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Taste of Okinawa: Hilly Valley Jr. near Okuma Beach a hamburger heaven

A trip to Hiji Waterfall will most likely mean a hike of one hour and 20 minutesl. If you are planning to go there, it would be a good idea to replenish your energy before starting a long hike.
Photos courtesy of Pizza Café Kajinho
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Cuisine: American, Café, Pizza

Okinawa's ‘Pizza in the Sky’ offers delicious pie, beautiful views

Motobu Town is a home for some of Okinawa’s most popular attractions, such as Ocean Expo Park, Emerald Beach, Nakijin Castle and a beautiful path lined with “fukugi” (garcinia) trees in Bise.
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Living the vegetarian life on Okinawa

As my first duty station, Okinawa has had many perks. Living here has given me plenty of new cultural experiences. Perhaps the most unique one has been the change in food.
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Cuisine: Japanese

Taste of Japan: Story behind Okinawa's ‘A-lunch’

Yoshoku, or Western dishes, came to Okinawa decades after hitting Japan’s mainland. The adoption of the Western cuisine was accelerated when the island became more exposed to American food after the battle of Okinawa.
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VIDEO: Taste of Italy: Easy recipe for cold tomato pasta

Every year when summer rolls around, cold-served pasta appears on menus at many restaurants in Japan. Starting with standard tomato sauce, flavors range from bisque sauce to cod roe sauce and more. Normally, a hot and spicy dish would be my go-to when eating pasta.
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VIDEO: Okinawa Kitchen: Frying up bitter melon goya

If you live on Okinawa, you might have heard about Goya, a local cucumber-like vegetable also known as bitter melon.