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4 top spots to go snorkeling off Okinawa’s shores

If you are on the island of Okinawa, you have the opportunity to see world-class reefs in crystal clear water. And you can explore this marvelous water world with a mask, fins and snorkel. Once you...

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Dive into some fun at Okinawa’s beautiful Blue Cave

What does one do when they visit the beautiful Pacific island of Okinawa? Hitting the beach is probably on the top of most visitors’ lists. For me, this would not be an option as my recent trip to the island was a short one. I love going to the beach but because I only had one day to hit as much as possible, I went snorkeling in one of the jewels...

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Food & Drink

Cuisine: Italian

Pizza Sun Okinawa lives up to the hype

Following a recommendation from one of our readers, I was on a quest for some good eats at Pizza Sun Okinawa.

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Food & Drink

Cuisine: Chinese, Japanese

VIDEO| Cook up Chili-Ebi like an Iron Chef

Ebi-chili is a sweet and spicy shrimp dish you’ll find at many Chinese restaurants in Japan.

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VIDEO| Let's make our own Okinawan donuts at home!

These donuts are fun to make anytime of the year.

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Food & Drink

Cuisine: Japanese

Healthy Recipe: Edamame & Sakura Ebi Tofu Burger

Japanese superfood burger

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Food & Drink

Cuisine: Japanese

VIDEO| Cooking up Hirayachi, Okinawa’s take on okonomiyaki

If you’re a Japanese food fan, you may have heard of okonomiyaki; a Korean food afficionado—chijimi. But Okinawa also has its own version: hirayachi.

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Food & Drink

Cuisine: Japanese

4 Easy Dinners: How to Make Your Favorite Japanese Rice Dishes!

In Japan, rice has a rich history which dates back over 2000 years. It’s a staple in many traditional dishes and has become an important part of Japanese food culture.