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Five Awesome Things About Okinawa, JapanHere are the top five awesome things about Okinawa, Japan from someone who lived there. -
Okinawa's Highlight of the Week: The Festival of ObonLearn a bit about one of Japan's biggest holidays, Obon, celebrated Okinawa style. (Okinawa's something like the Hawaii of Japan.) -
The Battle of Okinawa: The Taking of Hacksaw RidgeHacksaw Ridge is a part of the Maeda Escarpment on the island of Okinawa, Japan. During the end of the Pacific conflict of World War II, it was the scene of a 2-week struggle between U.S. and Japanese soldiers during the Battle of Okinawa.
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'The Pacific' Part 9 'OkinawaIn 'The Pacific' Part 9 'Okinawa' the last and in many ways the worst battle of World War II is depicted through the eyes of Eugene Sledge and his friends. Okinawa was a hell of mud, rock, and rain paid for by blood.
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First Duty Station in Okinawa, Japan - United States Marine CorpsInsight into Marine Corps foreign duty station, Okinawa, Japan.
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Okinawa: Land of the ImmortalsOkinawa people and their secret to longevity.
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Okinawa and the Ryukyu IslandsThe prefecture of Okinawa includes various smaller islands that provide for a beautiful, tropical island getaway.
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A Visitor's Guide to Okinawa, JapanA short guide to some of the attractions for visitors to Okinawa Island, inlcuding links to a detailed map and informational sites.
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Okinawa Tea BenefitsWhen people first hear of Okinawa tea, they immediately think that this is a special type of tea.
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Mamma's Cafe - Best Italian Restaurant in OkinawaMamma's Cafe, located South of Mihama Village off Highway 58 in Chatan-cho in Okinawa, Japan is a small Italian restaurant with delectable food and a friendly Bi-lingual staff who quickly make you feel at home... -
The Okinawa Diet: The Key to Longevity?Okinawa is home to the largest population of centenarians in the world. Their longevity is no accident--exercise and self sufficiency is the key to a long healthy life for these islanders. The Okinawa diet is not a plan, it's a lifestyle. -
Okinawa: Japan's Hidden GemDiscover an island rich in culture and beauty.
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Top American-Friendly Restaurants in Okinawa, JapanWhen seeking to experience local culture, it helps to be able to read the menu. Here are a few American-friendly spots on Japan's southern island, from Japanese curry and noodles to sushi and anything-goes family style dining.
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Long Life & the 7 Essential Diet Habits on the Island of Okinawa, JapanWhat is the secret to the Okinawan diet? The secret to their longevity. What are the essential foods needed for a long healthy life! -
Okinawa, Japan: The Greatest Vacation SpotNeed a place to retire or relax and escape this economy?
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Long Life in Loma Linda, Okinawa, and OvoddaBBC News reveals where people have a tendency to live long, but is trying to follow in their footsteps a really good idea?
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Okinawa, Japan: An Asian ParadiseOkinawans are known for their culture of courtesy which makes travel on this island extremely safe. -
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Okinawa: Hibachi & Sushi BarLocated in sunny Norristown, Pennslyvania, this restaurant will keep you on your toes!
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Assault at OkinawaThe story of a Marine during the opening days of the battle for Okinawa. Follows a young soldier as he encounters the battle at the Shuri Heights.
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Live to Be 100: Dietary Recommendations from a Remote AreaWith the highest per capita of individuals, living independently, over age 100, the diet of the Okinawa remote village residents is something to take note of.
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Magical Yakushima Island (Japan)A magical, gorgeous and exciting place to not miss, Yakushima Island is located in south Japan, between Kagoshima (the southern tip of mainland Japan) and Okinawa. -
The FollowerMy experiences in Okinawa, following my military husband. -
U.S., Japan Working to Resolve Impasse Over Relocation of MarinesThe 2006 agreement for the relocation of thousands of U.S. Marines from Okinawa to Guam called for a new facility to be built in Henoko to replace the heliport functions of Futenma air base. Okinawans have vociferously opposed the plan from its inception.
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Why Are Okinawans so Healthy? - Health Secrets from Around the WorldThe people on the Japanese island of Okinawa are healthier than almost anywhere else on earth, and they live longer, too. What's their secret? -
Martial Arts, Karate, MMA, Boxing, Jiu Jitsu, Cardio Kickboxing, Krav Maga, Muay Thai, BJJ/MMA, Tai Chi, Capoeira, Mixed Martial Arts and Private LessonsOkinawa Kenpo Karate Academy, Inc. 30 Days FREE or $100 OFF Enrollment! 72 E. Holly Ave. Pitman, NJ 08071 (856) 589-5551 ACME Shopping Center, Center Square Road. Swedesboro, NJ 08085 (856) 241-2210 -
Naha Ice Arena - Okinawa, JapanThe ice rink was regular sized and is open from 10:00 to midnight. Once inside the locker area, you have to buy tickets before going to the counter. It was 1300 yen each for the adults and 700 yen for the children.
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Family Martial Arts CentersNationally, the average length of study in a Martial Art School is three months; at "Okinawa Kenpo Karate," the average length of study is about three years. -
Writing About War - the Legacy of Ernie PyleAs a journalist, Ernie Pyle didn't have to put himself in harms way in Europe and the Pacific, but he did and died as a result. Millions mourned when he was killed by Japanese machine gun fire on Le Shima, an island hear Okinawa on April 18, 1945.
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Coral Calcium: Properties and Health Benefits of the Calcium Dietary SupplementCoral calcium is a dietary supplement harvested from coral in Okinawa, Japan, and is said to be extremely rich in calcium and other trace minerals -
Sake Cafe (Pensacola, FL)Formerly Okinawa, the Sake Cafe has greatly improved under the guidance of new management.
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Focus, Discipline & RespectThe biggest asset of "Okinawa Kenpo Karate?" Easy. The teachers. Now, I'll tell you up front. They are not like the teachers you've seen in the Martial Art movies -
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President Harry S. Truman: Enormous Responsibilities in a Time of CrisisFranklin D. Roosevelt was prepared through family heritage and an elite education to face even the most severe obstacles. Harry Truman, less fortunate in family and education, stepped up to answer the great challenges of his time. -
Mikimoto: The History of the Cultured PearlThis is a brief history of the cultured pearl, first created by Kokichi Mikimoto in 1893. The article also includes an overview of the Mikimoto cultivation process and grading system for high-quality pearls.
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Why We Do Not Sell Coral CalciumWe do not sell products just because we can make money from them. We can offer coral calcium for one fifth of what it sells for on the infomercials. But the simple truth is it is a scam.
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Welcome to IdahellMy experiences in a drug, crime, and poverty ridden hellhole in Oklahoma.
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Worm or Snake: Which Do You Prefer in Your Liquor?Tequila has the worm, Awamori has the snake... -
Magazine Review: Armchair GeneralArmchair General is for the military buff, both reader and student as well as the wargamer. The variety of approaches to the magazine's subject is impressive. -
Today in History, June 13Every day is flush with history. June 13th is certainly no exception.
