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Fun on Okinawa: Okuma Beach Fest returns April 20-21

In Okinawa, the temperatures in April can get so hot you might think it’s already summer. Head to Okuma Beach to celebrate the return of the summer heat at its annual festival featuring live music, fun activities and more.

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VIDEO: Fun trip to Okinawa's beautiful Ishigaki Island

Welcome to virtual vacation video series where we can explore destinations from the comfort of our homes. Join us as we take a short virtual journey to Ishigaki Island.

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VIDEO: Exploring Okinawa: A fun trip to uninhabited Ukabi Island

Go on an island adventure to Ukabijima near Okinawa’s Chinen Peninsula.

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Kadena AB American Festival returns April 27

It’s time again for American Festival, a community favorite, on Kadena Air Base.


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PUG-TASTIC CAFÉ ADVENTURE: Fall in love with furry residents of pugs-only café in Okinawa

I love pugs. They are my favorite loaves of snoring, drooling, and heavy shedding fur animals.

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Okinawa's wonderful waters great place to snorkel

If you are on the island of Okinawa, you have the opportunity to see world-class reefs in crystal clear water.


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Education

Show love to your 2024 graduate in Stripes Grad Tab

High school graduation is a special time, and Stars and Stripes is pleased to once again be putting together our annual Grad Tab, highlighting information on all of the Pacific DoDEA high schools and their graduating classes.

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Potty Talk: 16 things in Japanese restrooms that baffle foreigners

Many foreigners who visit Japan are confused, intrigued and sometimes baffled by Japanese culture and some of the aspects of life that are unique to Japan.

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Be respectful around Okinawa's sacred big tombs

For those who are new to the island, traditional Okinawan tombs may look very intriguing. But the spiritual importance these large structures have to Okinawans should be respected.

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Food & Drink

Taste of Japan: The curiously unusual world of Japanese pizza

Like many other western food imports, Japan certainly puts its own unique spin on pizza, creating pies that are curiously delicious!

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VIDEO: Exploring Okinawa: A lovely trek to Hiji Waterfall

Hiji Otaki, or Hiji Waterfall, is a great destination for exploring on the northern part of Okinawa.

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VIDEO: Okinawa's spectacular bullfights a sight to behold

Bullfights on Okinawa are a huge spectacle that draw huge crowds of people cheering on their favorite bulls.

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5 unique Japanese foods that are a big hit with foreigners!

Japanese delicacies approved by the world. Overseas development of Japanese food such as sushi and sukiyaki is actively conducted, and now there are specialty shops overseas.

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