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King Furniture Sale

King Furniture Sale

King furniture has a summer sale on with 10% off antique style furniture. If you're looking for some new furniture for your home or are about to PCS and want to take something back home then check it out. Website at www.kingfurnitureokinawa.com with much more...

Check out the Kijimuna Festa this week!

Check out the Kijimuna Festa this week!

Check out the Kijimuna Festa, going on this week, through July 28! The Kijimuna Festa is an international performing arts festival held in Okinawa City. Tailored specifically for children, it features plays, puppet shows, film screenings and more from Japan and around...

100 Yen Store Makeover

100 Yen Store Makeover

Daiso, owner of the 1oo Yen shops with the green and yellow signs, has revamped its huge store in Ginowan, in the plaza with Uniqlo. Its pink decor and removal of the "100 Yen" sign reflect its move toward something a little fancier, which also means they can offer...

REALLY Fresh Eda Mame

REALLY Fresh Eda Mame

Sure, you've probably tried eda mame, those green soybean pods, at your local sushi restaurant. Maybe you've even  bought a frozen package, boiled and salted them yourself, before munching away. But have you ever bought them still on the branch? We found these...

Tapioca World

Tapioca World

Since this review as written, Tapioca world in American village has now closed. Thanks to our commenters for pointing out the following two locations still in Okinawa: Haebaru Jusco & and Nago Jusco 40 kinds of crepes and 39 different bubble tea drinks...

United Housing

United Housing

United Housing are located in Chatan on Router 23, a few minutes from Kadena. They have properties across Okinawa including Okinawa City, Yomitan, Ginowan and Chatan. Opening Hours MONDAY - SATURDAY  9:00 am - 6:00 pm SUNDAY :  NONE

June 2013 Dive Report

June 2013 Dive Report

Summer Diving As the summer kicks into full swing the diving just keeps getting better. The warm waters of the summer bring lots of marine life to Okinawa and the surrounding islands. The summer weather also allows for plenty of diving opportunities. As the beach...

Okinawa Counseling

Okinawa Counseling

As developmental behavior counsellors/therapists, our goal is to help you uncover your true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating. While we can't change difficult situations of the past, we can work together to better understand and resolve challenges in...

Nitori

Nitori

Nitori now has three stores in Okinawa. It’s been compared to the Swedish giant Ikea and is perfect for picking up household goods for any room in the house as well as bigger items of furniture. Now located on Highway 58 a few minutes from Camp Foster....

April 2013 Dive Report

April 2013 Dive Report

Spring is just around the corner and the dive season is about to really get rolling. Time to shake the dust off your dive gear and get wet. A quick equipment check before getting in is required. Inflate your BC, make sure it holds air and the inflator is not sticking....

Tan Tan Ramen

Tan Tan Ramen

With so many ramen shops to choose from in Okinawa, there’s a lot of competition to make the noodle soup not just tasty, but distinct. Tan Tan’s does this with their spicy tan tan soup, a mix of creamy sesame and hot chili oil, which can be ordered at...

Learning Japanese in Okinawa

Learning Japanese in Okinawa

If you made New Year’s resolutions, you’re either involved in working toward your goals, or trying to forget about them altogether! While in Okinawa, learning Japanese may be near the top of that wish list, whether it’s to be able to read menus and signs, or to engage...

Chicago Antiques

Chicago Antiques

Previously called the Futenma Antiques Mall the shop has now moved to Route 58 and become Chicago Antiques. Selling a variety of American collectibles and antiques it’s worth a look for an old sight of home. Opening Hours MONDAY - SUNDAY  11:00 am - 7:00...

February 2013 Dive Report

February 2013 Dive Report

It's winter time and dive season is still going strong in Okinawa. As the weather chills the gentle giants of the deep come to visit Okinawa and it's the perfect time of year to dive with these amazing creatures. Reef Encounters runs both whale watching and...

Hmmm Pizza…

Hmmm Pizza…

Look out for this new special pizza coming soon from American Pizza Man in Okinawa City - Chicken Katsu Pizza! It sounds a little crazy, chicken cutlet on a pizza, but it really works, honest, we tried it and it's really good especially with the sauce on top. Check it...

Okinawan Gift Guide

Okinawan Gift Guide

If you're looking for something different for Christmas gifts or in fact for any kind of gift, then Okinawa has some unique choices which you won't find back home. Check out the article below from the Total Okinawa magazine with Okinawan gift ideas. Click the...

Som Chai

Som Chai

Som Chai in the Koza shopping district is a jewel of a restaurant, and it’s easy to see why it’s been in business for seven years. Though quite small, the atmosphere is charming and clean, the staff are attentive, and most importantly, the Thai food is on...

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