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Taste of Okinawa: Burger joint Captain Kangaroo in Nago now hot spot for taco rice

Before 2020, Captain Kangaroo near Tapic Stadium Nago was known for its hearty burgers. Now, this burger joint has become a spot to grab Okinawa’s signature dish, taco rice.

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Taste of Okinawa: Relive summer memories at Chatan’s Tropical Kitchen

If you go to Chatan Seawall Area during lunchtime, you will see some eateries crowded with servicemembers in uniform.

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Yakiniku, delightful fusion with Korean BBQ and sad history behind it

Yakiniku, known as Japanese BBQ, is a delightful fusion of Korean and Japanese flavors, originating from Korean BBQ.

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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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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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Taste of Okinawa: Nosh on acai bowls from Navy veteran-owned Hawaiian Bowls

When I’m vacationing on Okinawa, I love grabbing acai bowls for a late breakfast or early lunch. My usual spot is in Chatan, but I heard about Hawaiian Bowls and wanted to give it a try.

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Mikasa Matsuyama in Naha: Homestyle Okinawan food in downtown Naha

Mikasa Matsuyama is a delicious traditional Okinawan homestyle restaurant located in downtown Naha.

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Appreciating the convenience of Japan and Korea’s convenience stores

Now that I live in Japan, I see the similarities and differences between the two country’s convenience stores.

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Japan Kitchen: Western-style dishes with Japanese twist

Foods like omurice, ton katsu and naporitan spaghetti are items you’ve likely seen on a menu if you’ve ever visited a casual dining restaurant in Japan.

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Spotlight on umeboshi: Tidbits about Japanese fermented plums

“Umeboshi” is a very sour pickle made by fermenting plums. You will see umeboshi in Japanese lunch or bento boxes sold in the super market. This is in part to prevent food spoilage, because it is believed umeboshi help prevent bacteria growth.

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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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VIDEO: Japan Kitchen: Making pizza with tubed condiments

Have you ever used tubed condiments? If you are a foodie, you may be familiar with garlic or chipotle paste packaged in tubes like toothpaste.

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VIDEO: Japan Kitchen: Making famous CoCo’s curry at home

The recipe below is meant to replicate your favorite CoCo’s curry sauce and, best of all, it can be personalized with whatever ingredients you enjoy. This recipe is adapted from Japanese comedian Saigen Daisuke, who is known for trying to replicate dishes from popular restaurants.

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Taste of Okinawa: Great steak, servings, prices at American American

If you take a walk around the south side of the Sunabe Seawall area, a quaint white house with the mood of an old stateside residence may catch your attention.

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