One of my favorite things to do with my kids has always been to just take a walk and see what we can see. I’ve never been the type to worry about a list or a plan.
Whether you’re working from home, sheltering in place or just staying home, if you’re like us, you’re probably dreaming of open skies, sandy beaches, tall mountains, or perfect powdery slopes.
Welcome to virtual vacation video series where we can explore destinations from the comfort of our homes. Join us as we take a short virtual journey to Busan.
Kakazu Ridge played a pivotal role in the Battle of Okinawa in 1945. Only a short 15-minute drive from MCAS Futenma and you can immerse yourself in a piece of island and world history.
Although Kakazu Ridge is a quiet area where locals go to play mini-golf or let their children loose for playground time, this place was the site of deadly combat during the Battle of Okinawa.
With the 2016 release of Mel Gibson’s Academy Award nominated “Hacksaw Ridge,” there has been increased interest in the Okinawa site where the movie takes place.
It was the peak of summer 2015 and I could barely wait until Friday so I could spend my time off snorkeling and stuffing my face with local Okinawan cuisine.
My ideal weekend was approaching slowly but surely, but so was a large-scale typhoon – an immediate threat to my ambitions.
Koza Music Town, near Gate 2 of Kadena AB, will host a Cinco De Mayo party, featuring live music, dance performances, vendors serving Mexican food and BBQ. Plus, margaritas will be available at the venue.
Tsunoshima is one of my favorite places in Yamaguchi Prefecture. To be honest, I didn’t think there was going to be anything interesting beyond the spectacular bridge. When I looked it up online a few years ago, all I could find were pictures of the bridge so I just assumed that was all that was there. I was so wrong though.
Torii Beach may be associated with a relaxing, calm atmosphere where people can count on a nice getaway from busy life. But when summer rolls around, the beach ramps up with action and fun.
Ever wonder why cities clear out and airports, train stations and tourist traps are all abuzz from late April to early May? It’s a time of year that presents “golden” opportunities to travel Japan – or stick close to home and trade the solitude of an emptied city for the crowds and mayhem.
One of the things I like the most about living in Sasebo is that its naval history surrounds me and is accessible as well as on a scale I haven’t seen at the other former Imperial Japanese Navy port cities.
If you’re like me, you’re always trying to get the best bang for your buck on vacation. Whether it’s asking locals for the best recommendations on restaurants, looking for discounts on excursions, or perusing for cheap accommodations, finding ways to spare my wallet while having a good time on vacation is a win-win.
