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Your vote counts! Time to vote for the Best of the Pacific 2025

A new year is upon us, and it’s time once again to turn your attention to the yearly tradition unlike any other – Best of the Pacific voting season!

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Quick getaway to Ukabi Island, Okinawa

It was by accident that I went to Ukabijima in Okinawa. On a day in late June, I hit the road and drove down south.

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12 family-friendly Battle of Okinawa sites to visit

All throughout Okinawa you’ll find remnants of the Battle of Okinawa, a major World War II campaign fought over the course of three months in 1945.

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Car culture in Japan: Inside the world's most exciting automotive scene

Japan's car scene has been popularized by movies like The Fast and the Furious: Tokyo Drift and anime and manga like Initial D and MF Ghost.

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Exploring Okinawa: Ukinju Hainju pair of beautiful springs in Nanjo

Just about a five-minute drive away from Miibaru Beach is this pair of springs. This is another location related to Amamikiyo believed to be the creator of Okinawa.

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Fun on Okinawa: Kadena AB to host America Fest on March 22-23

America Fest is making its way back to Kadena Air Base on March 22-23.

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Grab your favorite cosplay, Osaka Comic Con 2025 returns May 2-4

One of the major comic cons in Japan is coming back again for another great year of graphic art, film memorabilia exhibits and celebrity panels.

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Tip of the day: Watch out for bus lanes on Okinawa

Commute time can be very stressful for drivers in Okinawa.

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Driving on the Okinawa Expressway

Okinawa Jidoshado, or the Okinawa Expressway, runs from south to north for 57.3 kilometers connecting Naha City and Nago City.

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VIDEO: Exploring Okinawa with stroll around Shuri Castle’s neighborhood

Though Shuri Castle may top your list among the many attractions to visit in Okinawa, the neighborhood surrounding the iconic castle is home to many other historical sites to check out.

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VIDEO: Spend an exciting day in Okinawa’s Higashi Village

Higashi Village on Okinawa’s northeastern coast boasts many fun spots and activities you and your entire family will enjoy.

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Maidreamin adorable family-friendly fun in Japan

I have heard parents ask the question: “Are Japan’s maid cafés appropriate for kids?” The answer to this is yes!

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VIDEO: Return to Kouri Island, Okinawa

Kouri Island is a relaxing getaway from Okinawa’s main island with beautiful beaches to help you disconnect from the busy world and reconnect with nature.

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A walk through Okinawa’s Itokazu Castle Ruins

Located at an altitude of 180 meters (591 feet), which is the highest among all the castle ruins in the southern part of the island, it also boasts a dimension of 49,806 square meters.

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