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Get to know Japan: Make a wish on wooden ornaments

You may have seen these wooden plaques when visiting Shinto shrines around Japan.
Photos by Shoji Kudaka, Takahiro Takiguchi and Illustrations by Annie Kamio
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Japanese convenience stores nothing like those in States!

Located throughout Japan, convenience stores sell virtually everything you need in daily life.
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Stationed on Okinawa? Army's Torii Beach wonderful getaway

Although Torii Station may not stand out when comes to its size and the number of servicemembers it hosts, the small Army base is home to a beachside recreational area that will leave a big smile on your face: Torii Beach.
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Ssssssneaky Sssssnakes! Watch out for Okinawa's venomous habu

You may not believe this, but I once saw a habu beat a mongoose in a cross-species duel when I was a kid. Back then, the death match between the venomous snake found on Okinawa and surrounding islands and the predator from India, was a famous attraction at Gyokusendo Park, now known as Okinawa World.
Photo by Shoji Kudaka
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White Beach great place to camp, rewind on Okinawa

White Beach Naval Facility is not just for ships making port calls to replenish their food supply and load up troops.
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Be one with nature! Let's go camping on Okinawa!

Ah! The aroma of fresh coffee in the early morning forest air. The first slow sip before my friends wake up. I take a deep breath while surveying our campsite surroundings – the trees, river and rolling hills. Nothing beats camping!
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United Airlines launches fare sale to Japan from Guam and Saipan

Fare sale available now through March 19 for travel to Japan now through May 31, 2023.
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You know Valentine’s Day, now get to know Japan’s White Day

In the West it’s common practice for men and women to exchange gifts on February 14th. But in Japan, women are the ones to make the first move.
An aerial view of damage to Sukuiso, Japan, a week after an earthquake and subsequent tsunami devastated the area. DYLAN MCCORD/U.S. NAVY PHOTO
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March 11th, 2011: A day to remember in Japan

In the early afternoon of March 11th of 2011, Japan was rocked by a 9.1 magnitude earthquake that caused widespread damage across the country.
Marunouchi 1911 (Photo credit: National Diet Library)
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Let's take a virtual tour of Old Tokyo!

Since the late unpleasantness has created barriers to travel for service members, virtual travel and tours of dream destinations have become increasingly popular.
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Watch your manners! When, where, how to slurp noodles in Japan

Japan is a country which has many unique cultures within it, and slurping is one of the most unusual characteristics! This can be a huge surprise when you come across it for the first time as it often is considered as a bad behavior at meal in many other countries
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Taste of Japan: Quick lesson on Okinawa soba noodles

In Japan, everybody loves noodles, and Okinawans are no different. In fact, they’ve got their own regional strand of the classic Asian cuisine – Okinawa soba. It’s not only a local favorite, but the dish of choice for many visitors who come in search of a true taste of Okinawa.
Photo by Shoji Kudaka
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VIDEO: Fry bitter melon and beat the heat

If you live on Okinawa, you might have heard about Goya, a local cucumber-like vegetable also known as bitter melon.
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Taste of Japan: That's not guacamole, it's wasabi!

Love it or hate it, wasabi is one of the more well-known condiments served with Japanese cooking, most commonly served with sushi.
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My Faves: 5 Japanese instant noodles

Ever since I started working from home, instant noodles have become my go-to for a quick bite.
Kefir
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Drink in the mysterious, magical world of kefir

Are you on the hunt for a quick and easy breakfast treat, a beverage with numerous health benefits, or simply one of those curious types who is always up for sampling an unfamiliar food product?