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2019 Camp Courtney Holiday Festival

Members of the local and U.S. communities attended the 2019 Camp Courtney Holiday Festival Dec. 7-8, on Camp Courtney.
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AFN provides TV entertainment update

The American Forces Network (AFN) continues to work hard to lock in the rights to air Dancing with the Stars and a number of other hit shows that have already debuted in the United States.
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Ninjas await at Okinawa's Cape Zanpa theater

Today, ninjas aren’t just pop culture icons, they’re jumping out of the screen and into becoming a major tourist attraction in Japan.
Kid Ink performs during The 2019 Camp Foster Festival, Japan, July 6-7, 2019. The annual festival allowed members of the community to enjoy food, games and music. More than 13,000 people attended the two-day festival. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Angelo Garavito)
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Kid Ink, Jason Derulo take their talents to troops in the Pacific

On Saturday, Kid Ink — who has more than 100 tattoos on his body — headlined the second day of the Fourth of July-themed Camp Foster Festival on Okinawa. The opening day featured platinum-selling singer-songwriter Jason Derulo.
Kento Miyahara, the current Triple Crown Heavy Weight Champion (Photo courtesy of ALL JAPAN PRO-WRESTLING)
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Q&A with a wrestling champion

With the 2019 Super Power Series coming up on May 13 at Koza Music Town, Stripes Okinawa sat down with Kento Miyahara, the current Triple Crown Heavy Weight Champion, to talk about the upcoming show.
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Joshi-strong style rocks the crowd: Meiko Satomura and Sendai Girls’ Pro-Wrestling

In the world of pro-wrestling, “strong style” is a phrase commonly used to describe Japanese pro-wrestling, which often becomes more than just a sports entertainment.
Actor Samuel L. Jackson poses with Gen. Jeannie Leavitt after receiving a challenge coin from her during a media event for "Captain Marvel" at Edwards Air Force Base, Calif., Feb. 20, 2019. Leavitt, the first Air Force female fighter pilot, was a consultant on the movie, and Jackson reprised his Nick Fury role. (DoD photo by Shannon Collins)
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Higher, further, faster: ‘Captain Marvel’ embodies the warrior ethos

Less than one percent of the American population will know what it’s like to serve in the Air Force. However, major motion pictures give the global audience a glimpse into the service’s history of breaking barriers and a taste of its fighting spirit.
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Kick-off time for J. League: It’s time for family fun, abounding appetite, and echoing excitement

J. League, the professional men’s soccer league in Japan, just kicked off the 2019 season.
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Start 2020 off right with a Japanese tradition

Although there are many “good luck foods” for the new year in this world, the majority of locals in Okinawa have only one thing in their mind New Year’s Eve: Okinawa soba.
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Have a happy and sticky new year on Okinawa

Given that it’s made from sticky rice, just like the Japanese rice cake, and how similar the names are, it’s understandable to assume mochi and Okinawan muchi are the same.
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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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.
Photo by Takahiro Takiguchi
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Tapioca designated as Japan’s dish of 2019

It’s official — tapioca has been named Japan’s dish of 2019. The tea drink with tapioca pearl balls has hit the country by storm, prompting Gurunavi Research Institute, a survey company, to select it for the designation.
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Enjoy traditional Okinawan cuisine at Irohatei

Anyone in search of a meal with an authentic local taste will be pleased to find Irohatei, a restaurant specializing in traditional Okinawan cuisine.
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Salvatore Cuomo at Manza Beach serves authentic Neapolitan food

There are 34 locations in Tokyo alone. Here on Okinawa, ANA Intercontinental Manza Beach Resort is the only place where people can enjoy the popular taste. But having pizza and wine on the beach is sure to match any experience at a Tokyo branch.