Travel

I heard about a small market named the Banana Stand somewhere near Kadena Air Base with a “decent variety” of affordable produce. When I finally found the grey building, however, I realized this was a gross understatement.

The Okinawa City Monorail, also known as Yui Rail, is Okinawa’s only public rail system. It currently services 15 stations starting from Naha Airport, with a further four more stations to be added by 2019. Like many other trains in Japan, the monorail travels on elevated tracks above the ground.
 

Samba music through the streets of Okinawa?
 
That will be the case for at least one weekend when the International Carnival kicks off Nov. 24 in Okinawa City.
 

If catching a sumo tournament is still on your bucket list during your stay on Okinawa, now’s your chance.
 

When you reach Mount Nachi you'll discover this area has to much to offer, from places of worship to breathtaking views. It’s definitely a destination you should not miss when you travel to Wakayama.