Category: Okinawa
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Okinawa, Japan
Known as the “Hawaii of Japan”, Okinawa has amazing star-gazing, diving, unique cuisine, and yes, cherry blossoms too. Whatever misconceptions you might have had about this prefecture, we set the record straight in this Blog Post.
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Mihama American Village
The Mihama American Village (アメリカンビレッジ) is an extensive entertainment facility in Honto, central Okinawa. There are several American military bases in the region.The Americana concept of the entertainment complex gives a nostalgic delight for base inhabitants and an intriguing diversion for locals.The Mihama American Village resembles a large American outdoor shopping mall, complete with several […]
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Kokusaidori Street
Kokusaidori 国際通り, Kokusaidri, meaning “International Road,” is Naha’s principal thoroughfare, running for about two kilometers through the city center. The roadway is named after the old “Ernie Pyle International Theater”. A movie theater established along the road following World War II. Kokusaidori begins at the Naha Bus Terminal and Prefectural Hall. Is lined with restaurants, […]
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Tamaudun Mausoleum
The Tamaudun Mausoleum (玉陵) was erected at the beginning of the 16th century. As a mausoleum for the Ryukyu Kingdom’s royal dynasty. After sustaining considerable damage during the war, it was repaired. The mausoleum is within a short walk from Shuri Castle. And is one of the UNESCO World Heritage recognized Ryukyu Kingdom Castles and […]
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Nago Pineapple Park
Pineapples have been grown as an agricultural crop in Okinawa for over a century.However, the business has suffered in recent decades due to the advent of lower-priced pineapples from outside. As a result, some farmers have begun to market the fruit as a tourist attraction.The Nago Pineapple Park (ナゴパイナップルパーク), a modest but entertaining pineapple-themed amusement […]
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Taketomi Island
Taketomi Island (竹富島, Taketomijima) is a small island off the coast of Ishigaki Island. That is home to a well-preserved traditional Ryukyu settlement. Taketomi Island is frequently visited as a day excursion from Ishigaki due to its tiny size. The little town is nearly entirely made up of old-style. One-story dwellings encircled by stone walls […]
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Nakamurake Residence
Nakamurake (中村家) is a typical Okinawan-style home from the 18th century and served as the Nakamura family’s dwelling.The Japanese government has classified Nakamurake as an essential cultural asset, and it is available to the public. Nakamurake has several traditional Okinawan farmers’ dwelling traits, such as a red-tiled roof with sculptures of shisa. Lion-like animals that […]
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Tsuboya Pottery District
Tsuboya (壺屋) is an area in downtown Naha home to Tsuboya Pottery, Okinawa’s most well-known pottery kind. Tsuboya Odori Pottery Street and the Tsuboya Pottery Museum are two of the neighborhood’s many attractions. Okinawan pottery dates back to the Ryukyu Kingdom period before Okinawa was absorbed into Japan. The pottery is composed of local clay […]
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Katsuren Castle Ruins, 勝連城跡
The Katsuren Castle Ruins (勝連城跡, Katsurenj-ato) is located on a high hill near the seashore and provides beautiful countryside views below.The ancient castle’s stone walls and foundations are all that remain. The site is one of the Ryukyu Kingdom’s UNESCO World Heritage-listed Castles. Katsuren Castle was known as Lord Amawari’s residence in the 15th century. […]
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Nakijin Castle Ruins, 今帰仁城跡
Are among the Ryukyu Kingdom’s UNESCO World Heritage Castles and are located on the Motobu Peninsula in northern Okinawa Honto.In contrast to other Okinawan castles, Nakijin Castle is low-density amid beautiful woodlands, giving the remains a distinct ambiance. Nakijin Castle constructed in the late 1200s.Okinawa Honto split into three kingdoms during the Sanzan Period (1322-1429). […]