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Monthly Archives: February 2007
Shikinaen Royal Garden
Shikinaen was the largest second residence for the Ryukyu royal families. The garden and villa were constructed in 1799 to entertain envoys of the Chinese emperor. It is one of Okinawa’s 9 World Heritage sites and a designated national place … Continue reading
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Starbucks Sunday 2- Video Arcade
Monday, February 26, 2007 Starbucks Sunday 2- Video Arcade We still have Tadashi’s car and in keeping with our new Starbucks Sunday tradition, we drive to the Shintoshin Starbucks inside the Naha Main Place Mall. I take a laptop computer … Continue reading
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Onna Coast
Sunday, February 25, 2007 Onna Coast The Onna Coast lies on the East China Sea and stretches from Yomitan to Nago. This pristine and breathtaking stretch of coastline is home to the finest beach front resorts on mainland Okinawa.
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Cherry Blossoms in Yogi Park
Saturday, February 24, 2007 Cherry Blossoms in Yogi Park At noon, Art returns from his morning karate class. I’ve been working on waxes all morning, the day is clear and sunny and. Art suggests that we ride our bicycles to … Continue reading
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Walking in the Rain
Thursday, February 22, 2007 Walking in the Rain The weather here certainly differs from one day to the next. It is almost a relief waking to gray skies and drizzle. John is sick and and needs time to recuperate and … Continue reading
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9 World Heritage Sites
World Heritage Sites of the Ryukyu Kingdom These 9 UNESCO designated World Heritage sites on Okinawa give us insight into the Ryukyuan civilization that prospered between the end of the 14th century to the end of the 18th century.
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Busena Marine Park
Busena Marine Park is located on the Busena Cape just south of Nago. The facility includes an underwater observatory and glass bottom boats.
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Okinawa Blogs
We have started a listing Okinawa related blogs in the Discussion forum section. If you are writing an Okinawa blog, let us know if you wish to be included.
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Hina Matsuri Girl’s Day Festival
March 3rd, the 3rd day of the 3rd month, is Hina Matsuri, also called Girl’s Day Fesitval or the Doll Festival. This event is celebrated privately with a display of dolls representing the royal court. Dolls are put on display … Continue reading
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Cherry Blossoms in Yogi Park
Throughout February, cherry blossoms are blossoming in Yogi Park, Naha City.
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