A child racing through the park gleefully squealing, arms stretched out, hands cupped around some many-legged being.
Plaza House Shopping Center is the oldest shopping mall in Japan.
We have lived in Korea, which is called “The Land of Morning Calm.” I loved the morning sunrise in Korea.
Hamahiga Island, located to the east of Katsuren Peninsula, is known as “Kami no Shima,” or “God’s Island.”
It was by accident that I went to Ukabijima in Okinawa. On a day in late June, I hit the road and drove down south.
You may not believe this, but I once saw a habu beat a mongoose in a cross-species duel when I was a kid.
If you are looking for a snorkeling/diving spot where you can enjoy water activities easily and safely, Gorilla Chop is a destination on Okinawa you don’t want to miss.
On Okinawa there are many beaches perfect for a fun day for visitors to choose from. But, Okuma Beach managed by Kadena FSS is one you won’t want to miss.
“Tamiya Ten,” which runs till Aug. 29 and is hosted by major plastic model maker Tamiya, features an extensive history of modelmaking in Japan.
In midsummer, many step out in yukata, or summer kimono, and gather in parks which are colorfully decorated with lanterns – to eat, drink and perform traditional dances to the beat of Japanese folk music.
Just like horror films and scary stories give you goose bumps, kimodameshi and haunted houses make the Japanese cool with fear and terror - another reason they are considered summer attractions.
One day as I was driving, a funny tune caught my attention coming from a radio, going “Afee! Afee!”
Nago Castle Park is a hot spot for cherry blossom-viewing in the winter as thousands of visitors come to enjoy the pink blush flowers. Nago-dake, a mountain just at the back of the park, does not receive the same glory.
During a recent visit, me and my fiancé found our way to Onna Village’s Cape Maeda, known for its crystal blue water caves.
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