Exploring the Tropical Paradise of Okinawa July 26, 2021 No Comments Okinawa is a tropical prefecture with an incredibly rich & diverse culture. Explore some of the highlights here. Read More »
Can You Tell Kimono & Ryusou Apart? July 22, 2021 No Comments Learn the difference between Japanese & Okinawan traditional dress, then take our quiz! Read More »
Kokuto: Okinawan Dark Brown Sugar is a Classic Island Treat July 20, 2021 No Comments Okinawan brown sugar is boiled for hours to produce a thick, dark syrup, used for culinary & medicinal purposes. Read More »
Okinawa’s Day of the Dead – Celebrating Life and Death through Food July 16, 2021 No Comments Okinawan Obon celebrations are steeped in unique history & traditions. Read More »
Shuri Castle: The Palace of the Ryukyu Kingdom July 13, 2021 No Comments Shuri Castle was the Ryukyu Kingdom’s seat of power for 450 years. Read More »
Storytelling with Dance: The Art of Kumiodori July 10, 2021 No Comments Kumiodori is traditional Okinawan storytelling through dance. Read More »
What Are Shisa? Your Guide to the Guardian Lions of Okinawa July 9, 2021 No Comments Considered friendly & comforting, Okinawan shisa protect people from evil spirits. Read More »
Exploring the Tropical Paradise of Okinawa July 2, 2021 No Comments Taste the local flavors of beni imo, shikuwasa citrus, and more in our August box. Read More »