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Couch Potato: Christmas movies to binge watch

Grab a warm cup of hot cocoa, a reindeer-shaped sugar cookie - or two - and snuggle up in a cozy blanket on the couch. It’s time for some Christmas movie magic!

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VIDEO: Cutting-edge and nostalgic fun at Little Universe Okinawa

If you’re looking for something new on the island, you should check out Little Universe Okinawa.

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MY FAVES: Japan's year-end traditions

Just like in the States, the holiday season is the most cheerful - and busiest - in Japan.

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Japan's fun year-end tradition Bonenkai great way to celebrate with friends, coworkers

What do sake, neckties, coworkers singing and the end of the year have in common? Bonenkai!

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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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Video: Speakin’ Japanese: I want to buy this

While you’re enjoying shopping at a shop in Japan, you may wonder what you can say in Japanese when you want to buy a souvenir.

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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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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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Quick getaway to Ukabi Island, Okinawa

It was by accident that I went to Ukabijima in Okinawa. On a day in late June, I hit the road and drove down south.

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Fun on Okinawa: Join glass boat tour at Miibaru Beach

On Nanjo City’s southern coast, Miibaru Beach was a regular swimming spot for me as a kid.

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What’s Christmas like in Japan? 6 unique ways Japanese Celebrate the holidays!

Each December, Christmas is celebrated by people in countries all over the world, and Japan is no exception!

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Ssssssneaky Sssssnakes! Watch out for Okinawa’s venomous habu

You may not believe this, but I once saw a habu beat a mongoose in a cross-species duel when I was a kid.

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The best ways to celebrate New Year’s Eve at home this year

As New Year’s Eve approaches, there’s no place like home to celebrate the arrival of a fresh year. With the ongoing uncertainty in the world, opting for a cozy and memorable home celebration is a fantastic idea.

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Driving on the Okinawa Expressway

Okinawa Jidoshado, or the Okinawa Expressway, runs from south to north for 57.3 kilometers connecting Naha City and Nago City.

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