Monthly Archives: May 2006

Sightseeing Info

Posted on May 18, 2006 by dwarren

Sightseeing Info (information gleaned from various Okinawan travel publications) Museums and Folkcraft Centers Awamori Masahiro Gallery Address: 5-8-1 Nishizaki Itoman-shi Telephone:  (098) 994-8080 Bashofu Hall Address: 1103 Kijoyoka Ogimi-son Telephone:  (0980) 44-3033 Closed Sundays and National Holidays. Ginoza Museum Address: … Continue reading →

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Weather, News, Maps

Posted on May 18, 2006 by artbobo

Okinawa Weather What’s the Average Temperature in Okinawa? Okinawa is in the subtropical climate zone and has comfortable weather for vacationers throughout the year. In Japan, Okinawa is the only prefecture that is located in the subtropical climate zone. The … Continue reading →

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Background and History

Posted on May 18, 2006 by artbobo

Okinawa is the name for the island of Okinawa (Okinawa Shima) and the name of the 47th prefecture of Japan (Okinawa Ken) which includes not only the main island of Okinawa but also the southern islands of the Ryukyu archipelago. … Continue reading →

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5 things to do

Posted on May 18, 2006 by artbobo

1. Visit Shurijo Castle in Naha city. There are 7 world heritage sites on Okinawa. Most of them are gusuku or fortress ruins. Shurijo was the ancient capital of the kingdom of the Ryukyus. It was destroyed in World War … Continue reading →

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Hotel advice

Posted on May 18, 2006 by artbobo

Most Japanese hotels charge by the guest rather than by the room, so that most hotel web sites show lower prices for a twin room than a single. This practice is slowly changing but when making a reservation you should … Continue reading →

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