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How Low Should You Go?
CONTRIBUTED BY STACI HAWLEY
If you are like me, you have probably made a fool out of yourself at one time or another. As I...
Snorkeling for the Adventurous
CONTRIBUTED BY DANIELA
We were heading towards Cape Zanpa and decided to check out the view from up above. The view was indeed beautiful. As...
Wing King
CONTRIBUTED BY KELLYERACE
Sometimes I feel like I could do just fine as a vegetarian. Other times I eat Wing King. Something about that little...
Ashibinaa Okinawa Outlet Mall
CONTRIBUTED BY DIANA MIDDLETON
A big thank you goes out to Stacey for sending the info about this mall. I can't wait to check it...
Be Cool…With Your Air Conditioner Remote
CONTRIBUTED BY KANDY
Living in Okinawa is a different experience for everyone. However, a common theme that I've noticed from listening to people is that...
East West Montessori School
For all you parents looking for a preschool that suits your kids, we’re hoping to add a little something to aid in your search....
Gookool
CONTRIBUTED BY DIANA MIDDLETON
Now, about this store, it truly lives up to the "kool" part in it's name because of the "too cool" fashions...
The Cafe
CONTRIBUTED BY KELLYERACE
When I was in the States a few weeks ago, the meals often felt heavy and unhealthy to me -- even lunch....
Could You Sleep On A Train?
CONTRIBUTED BY STACI HAWLEY
As I traveled around Tokyo last week, I noticed a common theme. It's something that has caught my eye before but...
Plugged in: TV, Phone and Internet
CONTRIBUTED BY KANDY
For so many of us here on Okinawa, keeping up with the latest episodes of some must-see-TV helps to ease the twang...
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OkinawaHai.com is a widely recognized online resource among the English-speaking community on Okinawa who are interested in making the most of...
Visa Sort of Question
CONTRIBUTED BY JOELLE YAMADA
Once more on my adventure brave and new. (R. Browning)
Amy is about to embark on her new adventure of moving...
Seoul, Korea
CONTRIBUTED BY STACI
It's always nice to have several perspectives on a travel destination. Take a look at our sister site, Korea Ye, for tons of details...
Moon Beach
CONTRIBUTED BY DANIELA
Moon Beach is one of the first beaches I visited after first arriving on Okinawa and it remains one of my favorite....
N.E.O.S.
CONTRIBUTED BY DIANA MIDDLETON
The real name is Nature Earth Ocean and Space Thanks to reader Shannan who found this place, which seems to be...
Sixty-Seven Uses For The Small Towel
CONTRIBUTED BY STACI HAWLEY
Sixty seven uses for the small towel. That's my goal. One percentage for each moment I have left of being pregnant....
On-Base Housing, Kadena: Sebille Manor E1/E6
Living overseas has its challenges, and a commonly agreed upon one is finding that perfect place to live. To help those of us who...
Rainbow Montessori Education Center
EDITOR'S NOTE: We published a newer review of this school on our site in October 2012, with updated information and price schedules. As a...
Kyoto
CONTRIBUTED BY JULIA
Big thanks to Julia for sharing her trip with us!
1. How did you book your trip?
We booked our airfare through OTS at...
White Beach
CONTRIBUTED BY HEATHER NORDELL
The 21st of July is Marine Day in Japan. At first being military-minded like I am, I thought that Marine Day...
Marino’s Italian Restaurant
CONTRIBUTED BY KELLYERACE
Here we have a big pot of cheesy fondue,
a bowl of mushroom and bacon pasta,
and a buffet of tiny deserts.
All of these...
The Birthday Store … Fashion Centre Shimamura
CONTRIBUTED BY DIANA MIDDLETON
Thank you to the readers who helped translate the name of this store. I'm sure most of you have seen the...
Greetings from Tokyo: No SPAM in sight here…
CONTRIBUTED BY STACI HAWLEY
If you're like me - you never think twice about it. Any kind of meat product in a can freaks me...
DIY JCI (Or "The Dreaded JCI")
CONTRIBUTED BY KANDY
Update: Summer 2011
JCI. It's one of those "scary" we-don't-have-this-where-I-come-from type of things. Some people hire someone else to do all the required...
Pools, pools, pools…
CONTRIBUTED BY JOELLE YAMADA
"It's hot! Damn hot! Real hot! Hottest things is my shorts. I could cook things in it. A little crotch pot...
Japanese Rainchains
CONTRIBUTED BY STACI HAWLEY
Imagine you are sipping tea in a perfectly manicured garden, with combed rocks, a few bonsai trees and the perfect amount...
Imagine Mountain Tea for Two
CONTRIBUTED BY DANIELA
My husband and I have been living in Yomitan now for almost 6 months. Today, on a some what rainy Saturday we...
Nishimatsuya (The Rabbit Store)
CONTRIBUTED BY DIANA MIDDLETON
Meredith already posted an entry about this store last year, but an Okinawa Hai reader has revived interest in it (thanks...
Government Furniture Part II (w/ links about housing)
CONTRIBUTED BY KANDY
Sofas and Tables and Dressers OH MY! Thanks to Tara, Aviva, Nikki and Lori, all of the lovely pictures of government furniture...
Youzefu Youchien
For all you parents looking for a preschool that suits your kids, we’re hoping to add a little something to aid in your search....