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Harika Gift Shop
CONTRIBUTED BY LARISSA TRAQUAIR
This gift shop was a fun place to browse, with 2 stories of gift items in every corner. It looks like...
To See: Peace
CONTRIBUTED BY PAMELA OLIVERAS
Nobody submitted photos this week so I panicked and had a search through my flickr and facebook. I couldn't decide out...
Japanese Corner: Atsui and Mushi Atsui
CONTRIBUTED BY JANNINE MYERS
Recently I received an email from one of our readers who pointed out that it had been some time since any...
Christian Book & Gift Store
CONTRIBUTED BY LARISSA TRAQUAIR
Finding a church when you first arrive on Okinawa is not an easy task and can take several months, if not...
To See: Weather
CONTRIBUTED BY PAMELA OLIVERAS
This week's weather shot is brought to us by Ducemai. Nothing like a great storm looming over the horizon and captured...
Life and Trials for the Military Family
CONTRIBUTED BY JANNINE MYERS
"Don't sweat it honey, I got it........."
It occurred to me the other evening that my husband’s frequent deployments have done wonders for...
A Day in the Life of our Tokyo Trip
CONTRIBUTED BY MARY RICHARDSON
Last weekend, we went to Tokyo for fun and sightseeing before climbing the infamous Mt Fuji. Since Okinawahai already has a...
Leonardo’s Rose Garden
CONTRIBUTED BY ELIZABETH DE JESUS
photo via Google Maps
One thing my husband and I missed when we were stationed in Europe was a big, greasy...
Kokeshi, Sayonara Dolls and so much more!
CONTRIBUTED BY LARISSA TRAQUAIR
In the Schilling Community Center on Kadena Air Base you will find a hidden treasure of Kokeshi and sayonara dolls. As...
To See: Bugs
CONTRIBUTED BY PAMELA OLIVERAS
My daughter helped me choose the image for this weeks bug theme, taken by bmzoki. Thanks so much for the funny...
Flagged, or Eating Out Experiences With Kids
CONTRIBUTED BY HEATHER GELORMINE
I love to cook at home for my family. I love the process of planning our meals for each week, making...
Manzamo Point and Toilet Bowl
CONTRIBUTED BY DASHA GARIEPY
A big shout out to Karen Walzer for this stunning photo of Manzamo Point.
If a picture is worth a...
Izakaya Jazzra
CONTRIBUTED BY MARY RICHARDSON
Izakaya Jazzra is one of our favorite eating spots in Okinawa. We happened to try it out one night while exploring...
Where Are You From?
CONTRIBUTED BY HEATHER GELORMINE
My husband and I grew up in different states, and when we moved to Germany together after getting married, one of...
To See: Texture
CONTRIBUTED BY PAMELA OLIVERAS
This weeks texture image comes from Pat and Dagny. We thought this was a great example of Okinawa texture: Concrete, sea,...
Valley of Ganglia – Underground Okinawa for Nature Lovers
CONTRIBUTED BY MARY RICHARDSON
If you think the only things to do outdoors in Okinawa involve crystalline water, swaying palm trees, and sandy beaches, think again.
In...
Captain Kangaroo
CONTRIBUTED BY JEANINE CZUBIK
At almost the moment we boarded the plane to Okinawa, my husband said “I hope they have a Fuddruckers on base”....
Borjan Hair Salon
CONTRIBUTED BY BETH OLMO
I used to say that the way to my heart was through my hair and it might be at least partially...
To See: Transport
CONTRIBUTED BY PAMELA OLIVERAS
This week Transport is brought to us with four furry legs and two rubber wheels...
The first photo was taken by Jenn...
Bios on the Hill
CONTRIBUTED BY MARY RICHARDSON
Bios on the Hill is a forest and nature park located near Onna Village. I especially recommend it for children, but...
McDonald’s Golden Arches
CONTRIBUTED BY DASHA GARIEPY
image courtesy of tartlime on flickr
Few visuals convey the idea of "East Meets West" quite like the one above. If you're...
Irodoru
CONTRIBUTED BY LARISSA TRAQUAIR
If you have ever taken 449 to get to Sachi's Antique Store or Pizza In The Sky this building on your...
TO SEE: Red
CONTRIBUTED BY PAMELA OLIVERAS
This week RED was brought to us by Stephanie from Kadena...It was taken at the Torii Station Gate.
Over to Stephanie -...
Anchor Shoji – The Kitchen Supply Store
CONTRIBUTED BY DIANA MIDDLETON
Anchor Shoji is a great place to find unique Okinawan pottery and kitchen ware such as teapots, plate sets, etc. The...
TO SEE: Celebrate
CONTRIBUTED BY PAMELA OLIVERAS
Got Kool and the Gang on my mind this morning...Celebration time c'mon, let's celebrate. Well, I guess everyone was too busy...
Futenma Shrine
CONTRIBUTED BY STACI HAWLEY
I have one of those final-to-see checklists now that I only have one month left here. There is a spot on my checklist for...
Japanese Tea Ceremony
CONTRIBUTED BY MARY RICHARDSON
In Okinawa, we are fortunate to be able to attend a traditional tea ceremony as practiced in Kyoto, the cultural center...
Cooking Local: Gyoza
CONTRIBUTED BY DASHA GARIEPY
Crispy on the outside, tender tastiness on the inside
There's a new Gyoza joint in town, and it's literally right around the...
To See: Fish
CONTRIBUTED BY PAMELA OLIVERAS
This week I am featuring a 'fish' of the wobbly kind. The beautiful Jellyfish. I could watch these for hours at...
Breastfeeding In Public On Okinawa
CONTRIBUTED BY HEATHER GELORMINE
My daughter was born when we were stationed in Germany, and I always felt grateful that the society we lived in...