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Medal of Honor recipient Robert Bush traces his finger under the name of Albet Walcott at the Cornerstones of Peace Monument in Itoman, Okinawa, June 15, 2003. Walcott was a friend and comrade-in-arms who died during the Battle of Okinawa. STARS AND STRIPES
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Church to honor 241,000 people who died in Battle of Okinawa by reading their names aloud

All Souls Anglican Episcopal Church in Chatan is seeking assistance from the U.S. military community for its 75th anniversary ceremony memorializing more than 241,000 people of all nationalities who...
Photos by Takahiro Takiguchi
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Akita: Beautiful castle town packed with natural and cultural attractions

Located in the northern part of mainland of Japan and facing the Sea of Japan, Akita City is a four-hour drive from Misawa Air Base. The city is surrounded by rice fields and mountains and is known as one of the nation’s most important granary regions.
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On Okinawa, taco rice rules!

Nothing says fast food in the south of Japan like “tako-raisu!” And 2020 marks the 36th birthday of this signature Okinawan dish, according to local lore.
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Fun snacks to create with kids

Making snack time fun may be a little over the top on most days, but right now entertaining your children is a top priority. Why not turn snack time into craft time as well? Take a look at these four ideas for fun snacks for kids. 
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Soba and a side of Mother Nature

In Okinawa, soba restaurants inside traditional homes and buildings are common. The nostalgic mood of these buildings is closely associated with the signature dish of the island.
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Easy Veggie Grilling Guide

Whether it’s a choice steak or a simple hotdog, nothing says summer like grilling. Don’t forget the vegies! The folks at DECA have gone out of their way to prove that there’s more to pairing grilled meat with vegetables than potato salad.
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Tasty Greek Salad recipes

Greek salad is one of my absolute favorite dishes. It’s both hearty and fresh, sweet and salty – such depth of flavor.
Acclaimed Japanese musician Kazufumi Miyazawa sits outside his Okinawa City cafe, Miyanchi Studio and Coffee, in this undated photo on his Facebook page. FACEBOOK
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Miyanchi Studio & Coffee serves soba that’s music to the taste buds

If you’ve ever visited Okinawa, you’ve probably heard the song “Shima Uta,” or “Island Song,” by the Japanese band The Boom.