June 2011 Dive Report – Warm waters..
The water's warm and the dive season's underway! Come on in! The dive season is now in full swing. The ocean is warm and the divers are dusting off their gear and getting wet again. The professional staff at Reef Encounters would like to remind you of a few things...
Jimmy’s Bakery
If you’re not SOFA status or maybe looking for something the commissary doesn’t have, then check out the Jimmy’s chain. They have many locations over the island, one of the biggest and easiest to find is in Ginowan on Highway 58 heading towards Naha. Go...
Santa Monica International School
Located in Chatan close to Kadena Gate 1. Their school provides programs for 1 year old to Kindergarten. Santa Monica International School (SMIS) is a secular English-speaking Preschool and Kindergarten fully accredited by the Western Association of...
Gallery Premier
Gallery Premier is conveniently located on Highway 23 close to Kadena and Foster. They have a wide range of Okinawa paintings, pottery and other items. Opening Hours MONDAY - SUNDAY : Coming Soon 811-3 Kamisedo, Chatan-Cho, Okinawa,...
Where Is Okinawa?
Okinawa prefecture is located in the far South West of Japan and consists of hundreds of islands that extend in a chain over 1000 kilometers long. The islands are broadly split into four groups that extend from mainland Japan towards Taiwan in order; Okinawa islands,...
Bamboo Cafe (Closed)
This business has now closed, the review is kept here for archival. If you’re in the mood for some slow cooked Jamaican jerk chicken then Bamboo Cafe’s your place. A relaxing place with soft reggae music playing in the background and the smell of freshly cooked...
Oceans Pizza
Oceans Pizza features a Pizza Buffet as well as a curry and salad bar. Great for children and parties. Beach location. They also serve gourmet coffee and offer great ocean views while you eat! Great for kids birthday parties. All You can eat just 980 yen...
April 2011 – Spring Diving
Spring is just around the corner and the dive season is about to really get rolling. Time to dig those regulators and BCs out of the closet and get them serviced. Reef Encounters has a full service department to check all your gear and overhaul it if needed. Also...
Shop ‘Til You Drop…
Ashibinaa Okinawa Outlet MallMissing a good shopping session? We visited Okinawa's very own outlet mall.Ashibinaa outlet mall is located in the Tomigusuku area of Okinawa, a few minutes drive from Naha airport. There's a reasonable mix of high end designer...
Devil Dog Derby Dames
Devil Dog Derby Dames no longer exists. The review is kept here for archivalDevil Dog Derby Dames, are an athletic roller derby league that consists of mothers, active duty service members, contractors with the military, stay at home mothers and wives!...
iPhone repair in Japan/Okinawa
We've just come across a really useful site to bookmark if you own an iphone and it has an accident one day..This site here offers iPhone repairs across Okinawa including glass repair.
Chubby’s BBQ Reviews (Closed)
This business has now closed. The review is kept here for archival Friendly, family service and their own home made BBQ sauce make this a great choice for BBQ in Okinawa. There’s only one thing – don’t go if you’re not hungry, the portions are huge! One of...
Blessing House
Blessing House is located in Chatan just across from Camp Foster on Highway 58. A new style of church feel free to join them at any time. Sunday Worship 11am Bible study every Wednesday 3pm Opening Hours MONDAY - SUNDAY : NONE
Fashion Candy
Create custom boxes of delicious chocolates as a gift for someone special—or even yourself. Fashion Candy is a stylish boutique offering innovative confectioneries and beautiful packaging. Ritsuko Chinen began her candy adventure in 1975 by selling...
Ai International Preschool
Ai is a friendly international preschool located in Chatan. They provide a welcoming educational environment with a strong focus on development of the child as a thoughtful, caring individual with a Christian outlook. The curriculum is based around the...
Cinemas Q
Star Theaters currently have four cinemas in Okinawa including the Cinemas Q in Naha main place. They have some movies in Japanese and some are in English with subtitles. Opening Hours MONDAY - SUNDAY : N/A
White Day Versus Valentine’s Day – Confused?
Valentine's Day Versus White Day - What's the difference? If you’re from a Western country then highly likely you’re used to lavishing gifts, cards and flowers on the lady in your life come Valentine’s day. Well now you’re in Okinawa you’re in for a surprise. Ladies -...
K’s Body Care Center (Closed)
K’s Body Care Center is now closed – The review is kept here for archival MT-Metatron High Performance Facial Treatments This amazing signature facial treatment will leave your skin rejuvenated using the latest combination of best technologies available...
February 2011 Dive Report – Why Dive In Okinawa?
If you're new to Okinawa here's a quick rundown of why learning to dive or improving your skills here is an opportunity not to be missed. Okinawa attracts divers from all over the world because it truly is a diver's dream come true. With water temperatures ranging...
Cool Days
What to do on those cool Okinawa days when the beach season seems far away! Okinawa can feel like there's nothing to do when the long summer is still a few months off but there's plenty to do to get you out of the house. Here's our round up of ideas when it's not yet...
