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Monthly Archives: October 2011
The 11th Shouhashi Half Marathon
The 11th Shouhashi Half Marathon will be held on November 6th, 2011. Starting at Sugar Hall, runners can enjoy the scenic view of Shinzato Villa, Okinawa no michi Highway, and Nirai&Kanai Bridges while running. The half marathon (21.0975km) and road … Continue reading
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10/25 Karate Day
Ryukyu traditions of Okinawa-te (沖縄手) or Kara-te (唐手） were officially recognized as Karate（空手） in October 25th, 1936.October 25th became the designated ” Karate Day” to pray for the expansion of traditional Karate, world peace and happiness since 2005. This year, … Continue reading
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Theatrical Performance of Edonobori
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映画『よみがえる琉球芸能 江戸上り』 Edonobori
learn more about the film here (in Japanese): http://www.edonobori.jp/index.html This documentary film illustrates the Ryukyu Kingdom’s missions to Edo, a unique diplomatic exchange between Okinawa and Japan. In 1609, the Ryuykyu Kingdom became a vassal to the Satsuma Clan, expecting … Continue reading
Shurijo Castle Festival 2011
Running from October 28th to November 3rd, The Shurijo Castle Festival includes traditional performing art (Ryukyu Buyo dancing) of the Ryukyu Kingdom as well as performances from other local areas, 10,000 Candles illuminating the Shurijo Castle, a Local Foods exhibition, … Continue reading
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Ryujin Mabuyer – The Okinawan Super Hero
There are many superheroes in Japan, like Ultraman, but check this out… Ryujin Mabuyer, an Okinawan based superhero, to the rescue! He is to protect the Mabui Stones from the evil Majimun gang along with his pals, Ryujin Ganasea and … Continue reading
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Africa Maimai Snail
The East African Land Snail, known commonly in Okinawa as the Africa Maimai, is the largest snail in the world. Its conical shaped shell can grow up to 20 centimeters (approx. 7.9 inches) long, which some of you may (or … Continue reading
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Hello SleepWalkers
Looking for some new music late at night to rock to? Hello Sleepwalkers may just be something you are looking for. The somnambulating voice of Shuntaro (vocal & guitar) will definitely soothe your lonely evenings. You may think their musical … Continue reading
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Tea at Shurijo Castle
Okinawan Tea and sweets for just 300 yen in the “Sasuno-ma” (a room used by princes to host meetings with government officials) at Shurijo Castle. The participants are first escorted into the room with the view of a beautiful garden … Continue reading
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Uchinanchu Festival 2011
Although the Uchinanchu Taikai gathering of thousands of Okinawans from around the world does not officially start until Wednesday, October 12, the festivities are well under way with the Naha Festival. Today is the Naha Ozunahiki or Tug of War … Continue reading
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