Okinawa’s Awamori: The Spirit That Survived
With more than 500 years of history as part of Okinawa’s unique culture, the liquor Awamori has evolved and found a loyal fan base in…
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Swim with jellyfish in the Okinawan seas with these gorgeous Japanese glasses
A bloom of jellyfish peacefully floating inside a blue glass… Photo by © grape Shop When you look more carefully, you’ll also notice bubbles surrounding…
Starbucks releases 3 of its popular 47 prefecture-exclusive Frappuccinos across Japan
Starbucks has been treating coffee and sweets lovers to some rather unique seasonal Frappuccinos in Japan over years, including the ever-popular sakura Frappuccino and even…
Japan’s highest-paying part-time summer job? Win chance to visit Okinawa and enjoy a resort
With its beautiful contrast of white walls and blue skies, Umikaji Terrace on Senagajima Island (operated by Resorts Ryukyu Corporation), has been likened to a…
Yu-Gi-Oh! creator Kazuki Takahashi found dead off Okinawan coast
On July 7th, 2022, manga artist 高橋和希 Kazuki Takahashi, creator of the popular manga 遊☆戯☆王 Yu-Gi-Oh! was found dead. He was 60 years old. According…
Peer into the Okinawan seas with these breathtakingly beautiful Japanese glasses
“It’s just like peering into the ocean” Photo by © grape Shop With their exquisite coloring, shading, texture and sandblasted designs, these gorgeous glasses from…
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…
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…