Monthly Archives: April 2012

Cherry Blossoms in Okinawa

Hanami (literary meaning “flower viewing”) is one of the most popular Japanese traditional customs practiced, starting when cherry blossoms bloom in March or April. People come together to sit under the cherry blossoms trees, have picnics, and get a little … Continue reading

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Kin-Cho(金城町), the Taco Rice Town

Kin-cho Town has delcared itself as the official “Taco Rice Town.” Taco rice, symbolic of Okinawa’s champuru culture, was created in 1984 at Parlor Senri, just outside of Camp Hansen. Popular among American Marines and locals, taco rice became part … Continue reading

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