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Exploring Okinawa: A stop on Henza Island

On the road to Miyagi Island, Henza Island takes only six minutes to travel through, often making it more of a passing point than a destination.

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Beautiful locations to enjoy takeout meals on Okinawa

Grabbing my food to-go and sitting outside to enjoy it has been something I look forward to.

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Exploring Okinawa: A peek inside Kuganimui’s tragic WWII tunnels

On Okinawa, you’ll find many peaceful spots that offer a nice ocean view or a breath of fresh air and might not realize that these are sites immersed deep in military and war history.

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Step back in time to Hacksaw Ridge during Battle of Okinawa

Since 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.

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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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You’re the chopsticks to my sushi!: Craft easy, kawaii Japan-themed Valentines

Do you love sushi? Or Valentine’s Day? How about Sushi Valentines?! We are currently living in the land of sushi and Japan goes crazy for Valentine’s Day.

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Speakin' Japanese: Talking romance on Valentine's Day

Valentine’s Day is considered to be a great chance for women to confess their love in Japan.

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Don’t miss springtime cosmos on Okinawa

With the temperature warming in Okinawa, visits to Mt. Yae or Nakijin castle ruins might be a top priority for catching the spring favorite, cherry blossoms.

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Kin Town outside Camp Hansen a great spot on Okinawa

Kin Town, the host municipality of Camp Hansen, is sometimes talked about in the past tense.

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In the footsteps of Okinawa’s railway

One day as I was driving, a funny tune caught my attention coming from a radio, going “Afee! Afee!”