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VIDEO: Experience Okinawa’s unique bullfights at tournaments in May

May is a busy month in Okinawa’s bullfighting scene with many tournaments slated at the Ishikawa Multipurpose Dome.

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My Paradise: Uncovering legends, myths in Okinawa

Okinawa abounds with legends and myths, surprises where least expected and rare animals that can’t be seen anywhere else.

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Stay out of Okinawa bus lanes! Police are watching!

Some of you may be new to the island, while others may just seem to forget about Okinawa’s bus lanes. Don’t be another Y-plate car pulled over for driving in these lanes!

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VIDEO: Exploring Okinawa: Relaxing time in Nakijin and Yagaji

Nakijin Village in the northern part of Motobu Peninsula and Yagaji Island on the other side of an inland sea offer great destinations for your chill-out day.

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Break a sweat on the ‘Stairway to Heaven’ near Camp Foster, Okinawa

One day in mid-October, I climbed the “Stairway to Heaven”, a long series of stairs that run up a hill north of Camp Foster. The location borders the west end of Plaza Housing Area and is a great place for some cardio.

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Okinawa’s Himeyuri Peace Museum a snapshot into WWII history

The museum tells the story of the Himeyuri Gakutotai which were among the 500 girls that served as assistant nurses to the Imperial Japanese Army during the 1945 Battle of Okinawa.

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VIDEO: Island-hopping great way to see Okinawa’s beauty

Explore the beauty of Okinawa through fun and exciting island-hopping!

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Fun in Okinawa: Safety first when enjoying water activities

Mermaid Grotto in Onna Village is a popular diving spot known for beautiful sights. But, as beautiful and serene as the area may be, the water can quickly become dangerous.

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​​​​​​​Embracing, appreciating Japanese tea ceremony in Okinawa City

Whether sweet or not, hot or cold, there are no bounds to how you drink green tea. However, despite its mainstream popularity, matcha tea still holds a special place in Japanese culture and the traditional tea ceremony.

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Potty Talk: 16 things in Japanese restrooms that baffle foreigners

Many foreigners who visit Japan are confused, intrigued and sometimes baffled by Japanese culture and some of the aspects of life that are unique to Japan.

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Be respectful around Okinawa's sacred big tombs

For those who are new to the island, traditional Okinawan tombs may look very intriguing. But the spiritual importance these large structures have to Okinawans should be respected.

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VIDEO: Fun trip to Okinawa's beautiful Ishigaki Island

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 Ishigaki Island.

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Okinawa's wonderful waters great place to snorkel

If you are on the island of Okinawa, you have the opportunity to see world-class reefs in crystal clear water.

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Speakin' Japanese: Spelunking sayings

There are many caves on Okinawa that you can explore.

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