Cultural events in Okinawa bring living traditions to life, passed down through generations. Music, dance, and rituals immerse visitors in the island’s history and spirit. Local communities host festivals year-round, proudly celebrating Okinawa’s unique identity. Each event invites travelers to explore the rich cultural heritage of the region.
Located in the center of Naha, the capital of Okinawa, Kokusai Dori (国際通り), literally meaning “International Street,” is without a doubt the liveliest and most iconic avenue on the main island. Stretching for about 1.6 km, it connects the Naha Bus Terminal to the Makishi shopping district, concentrating the energy, culture, and island charm of […]
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Located in the north of Okinawa, on the Motobu Peninsula, the Native Okinawa Village is a peaceful place rich in history. Situated in the heart of the vast Ocean Expo Park, this reconstructed village offers visitors an authentic immersion into the daily life of ancient Okinawa, particularly between the 17th and 19th centuries, during the
Yokai, Mirrors of the Japanese Imagination In Japanese culture, the Yokai (properly written with a macron over the “O” as Yōkai according to academic romanization standards, 妖怪 in Japanese) are beings that defy usual categories.Neither gods nor true ghosts, they embody a sense of strangeness: rarely benevolent, they often provoke unease through their unsettling and
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Located on the west coast of Okinawa Tucked along Okinawa’s western coast, in the city of Chatan, Mihama American Village is a landmark destination well worth the visit. Its story began in the late 1990s, when local authorities decided to repurpose part of a former U.S. military base to boost tourism. Today, this lively district
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