Tag: okinawa

July 26, 2021 No Comments

Okinawa is a tropical prefecture with an incredibly rich & diverse culture. Explore some of the highlights here.

July 22, 2021 No Comments

Learn the difference between Japanese & Okinawan traditional dress, then take our quiz!

July 20, 2021 No Comments

Okinawan brown sugar is boiled for hours to produce a thick, dark syrup, used for culinary & medicinal purposes.

July 16, 2021 No Comments

Okinawan Obon celebrations are steeped in unique history & traditions.

July 13, 2021 No Comments

Shuri Castle was the Ryukyu Kingdom’s seat of power for 450 years.

July 10, 2021 No Comments

Kumiodori is traditional Okinawan storytelling through dance.

July 9, 2021 No Comments

Considered friendly & comforting, Okinawan shisa protect people from evil spirits.

July 2, 2021 No Comments

Taste the local flavors of beni imo, shikuwasa citrus, and more in our August box.