Sukumizuage: Okinawa fishing news wording leads to humorous misunderstanding online
A headline from the Ryūkyū Shimpō, Okinawa’s top newspaper, has gone viral on Twitter today due to a possible interpretation of the wording. The headline…
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Okinawa’s newest theme park focuses on kawaii culture
In Japan, Kawaii Culture is everywhere. From the frilly lace sleeves of Lolita fashionistas and colourful accessory hoarding skills of Decora Kei enthusiasts, to the…
Okinawan city begins ocean cleaning program to jumpstart tourism and heal the reefs
Okinawa – a tropical paradise, complete with year round sunshine, pristine beaches, perfect pineapples and the cheerfulness of Ryukyun locals just to the southwest of…
Who will become Okinawa’s next top model? You decide!
Every year in the height of summer, the MODECON Resort in Okinawa modeling competition takes place. The contest offers young women in Okinawa and Kyushu…
Okinawan Governor Seeks to Back Anti-hate Laws with Criminal Punishments
Japanese citizens are by and large peace-loving and tolerant. The vast majority obey the law, protect group consensus, and avoid rocking the boat. Nevertheless, in…
Promoting Better Food Diversity: Okinawan Buffet Launches Muslim-Friendly Menu
The healthy eating buffet, Churashima of Okinawa World, Naha, launched a new menu in February offering Muslim friendly dishes in order to provide food diversity…
Fearsome Palm Tree Japanese Folklore Dragon Gives Goosebumps In Okinawa
The Shimadakara (“Island Treasure”) Art Festival in Urama, Okinawa celebrates the people, culture, and nature of Japan’s southern islands. One aim of the festival is…
Coca-Cola Japan’s Newest Regional Bottle Design Represents Island Paradise Okinawa
Coca-Cola Japan have wowed us before with their beautiful seasonal bottle designs, but a couple of years ago they started a new series which pays…
A Cafe with No Staff on an Idyllic Okinawan Island? Sounds Like Paradise
With its tropical beaches, glorious weather and laid-back attitude, Okinawa is Japan’s island paradise. It’s the perfect refuge for those trying to escape the bustle…
Phoenix-Like Clouds Illuminate The Skies of Okinawa Before Daybreak
In Okinawa on January 18, moments before the first rays of dawn peeked over the horizon, accomplished photographer, CG artist and Twitter user KAGAYA (@KAGAYA_11949)…
Awesome 360° Panorama Tour Site Lets You Explore Some Of Japan’s Most Gorgeous Areas In Style
With the abundance of awesome sightseeing spots and natural splendor in Japan, it can sometimes be difficult to narrow down a list of “must-go-to” areas…
All of Japan’s Traditional Festivals and Regional Delicacies Under One Roof: Furusato Matsuri at Tokyo Dome
Not many people have the time or money to travel all around, to sample all the food and see all the festivals Japan has to…
Dressing Up, Drifting and Drunken Fights: Why Coming of Age Day in Okinawa is the Wildest Party Around
On ‘Seijin no Hi’ (Coming of Age Day) the young people of Japan who turned twenty the previous year come together to celebrate. The new…
The Best Destinations in Japan For Each Season: Summer
Any area of Japan can be enjoyed any time of the year, but each passing month brings seasonally specific activities and natural phenomena, that mean…
Top 30 Travel Destinations In Japan Chosen By International Travelers
When traveling in Japan, sometimes the most rewarding experience can come from “getting lost” in the country and finding hidden gems not promoted in guidebooks…