Tiny Japanese island gets an impromptu cat “deity”
“What a surprising spot for a cat!” Such was the caption on a video posted by Japanese TikTok user まるのすけ marunosuke (marunosuke07), who was visiting…
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Ministop brings Okinawan cuisine to Japanese convenience stores with Okinawa Fair
Okinawan cuisine is often overlooked by Japanese food enthusiasts, but it boasts a distinct and varied lineup of goodies thanks to the island’s history and…
Pokemon teams up with Blue Seal and unveils new ice cream flavour for ‘Flying Pikachu Project’
Although we haven’t been able to travel totally freely for a while now, Pokemon has been working behind the scenes on a campaign called ‘Pokemon…
Experience Bingata art and the colors of Okinawa with “Bingata Stay at HOSHINOYA Okinawa”
If you’re looking for a vacation destination in Japan this Spring season, HOSHINOYA Okinawa, a luxury resort on the coastlines of mainland Okinawa, has an…
Dive shop shows the ominous beauty of the Demon King’s Palace in Okinawa
Japan’s Okinawa prefecture is home to many must-see tourist spots and natural attractions, but the name “Palace of the Demon King” may be one that…
“Mr. Frost Turtle”: Sea slug has the most adorable Japanese official name
What kind of creature do you think of when you hear the word “sea slug”? If you’re unfamiliar with them, their name alone may give…
Orion Brewery collaborates with renowned French pâtissier Pierre Herme for tropical chuhai
Okinawan brewery Orion Breweries, Ltd is releasing a new canned cocktail Chuhai drink “Chura WATTA Botanical Pineapple” in collaboration with world renown pâtissier, Pierre Herme…
As Shuri Castle undergoes reconstruction, a virtual version debuts on Virtual OKINAWA
The former palace of the Ryukyu Kingdom, Shuri Castle is an important part of Okinawa’s history and culture. Seeping through its walls of bright vermillion…
Orion beer gives a toast to sea protection with pristine blue Southern Star cans
For beer lovers in Okinawa, the go-to is Orion Beer. The mild and fresh lager is a very common sight among those enjoying the beautiful…
Discover Yomitan Village in Okinawa with the IGLOOO x Yomitan EC Project Collaboration
IGLOOO, a Japanese company that manages inbound marketing and business promotion for overseas customers, has teamed up with the Yomitan Village of Okinawa for a…
Large, green amphibious centipede is first of its genus to be discovered by Japanese scientists
A large centipede in the genus Scolopendra was discovered in four areas of the Ryukyu Archipelago (Okinawa) and Taiwan. The huge centipede, about 20 cm…
Beautiful islands in Okinawa await you: Ishigaki Instagrammer inspires over 57,000 fans
During trying times, many wanderlusters have given up on traveling. Yet, as the season warms up, many are restless with a growing need to experience…
These flower-print cups and saucers are inspired by Okinawa’s traditional Bingata textile patterns
Bingata 紅型 is a traditional Okinawan textile dyeing technique that has long attracted people with its bright colors and simple motifs inspired by the flowers,…
Flower Blooming RISONARE: You can enjoy “flower-viewing” on an Okinawan beach
The Japan-based operator of Japanese inns, Hoshino Resorts (星野リゾート / Hoshino Rizōto) has announced the opening of Hoshino Resorts RISONARE Kohamajima this spring, in the…
Okinawa’s flavored-salt Churaumi to Shima no Megumi is now released as Shiosai
Okinawa is famous for its salt and sea, and the Okinawan natural salt, also called Maasu/Maashu (真潮) in Okinawan dialect, is well-known for its distinct…