Tag: Culture
Pokemon Center Okinawa
Posted by Elizabeth Stoney | May 31, 2023 | Fun, Shop | 0 |
Nago Pineapple Park
Posted by Elizabeth Stoney | Aug 29, 2022 | Fun, Sightseeing | 0 |
Daruma Temple
Posted by Elizabeth Stoney | Dec 7, 2021 | Culture, Sightseeing | 0 |
Tamaudun Royal Mausoleum
Posted by Elizabeth Stoney | Nov 2, 2021 | Culture, Sightseeing | 0 |
Kinjo Stone Road
Posted by Elizabeth Stoney | Oct 19, 2021 | Culture, Sightseeing | 0 |
Zakimi Castle Ruins
by Elizabeth Stoney | Jul 29, 2023 | Fun, Sightseeing | 0 |
The Zakimi Castle ruins in Okinawa date back to the 15th century and offer a glimpse into the history of the Ryukyu Kingdom. Explore the restored walls and enjoy the picturesque surroundings of this UNESCO World Heritage site.
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Pokemon Center Okinawa
by Elizabeth Stoney | May 31, 2023 | Fun, Shop | 0 |
The Pokemon Center Okinawa on the ground floor of Rycom Mall is one of only 17 Pokemon Centers in the world! Purchase Okinawa-themed limited edition merchandise plus other official Pokemon goods & play Pokemon TCG.
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Nago Pineapple Park
by Elizabeth Stoney | Aug 29, 2022 | Fun, Sightseeing | 0 |
Nago Pineapple Park is a fun pineapple-themed park that tells the history of pineapple cultivation in Okinawa. Located on Route 84, great for the whole family. #Okipineapple #Totalokinawa #Juicy #Pineapples
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Daruma Temple
by Elizabeth Stoney | Dec 7, 2021 | Culture, Sightseeing | 0 |
Tucked away amongst the busy streets behind Shuri Castle, the bustling Daruma Temple is one of the best examples of a traditional Buddhist Temple in Okinawa. Free entry. #Okinawa #Totalokinawa #Temples
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Tamaudun Royal Mausoleum
by Elizabeth Stoney | Nov 2, 2021 | Culture, Sightseeing | 0 |
The Tamaudun Royal Mausoleum is a UNESCO World Heritage site built around 1500 to house the remains of past Ryukyuan kings. A short walk away from Shuri Castle.
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Kinjo Stone Road
by Elizabeth Stoney | Oct 19, 2021 | Culture, Sightseeing | 0 |
Kinjo Stone Road is a 16th century Okinawan road within walking distance of Shuri Castle. A picturesque location brimming with Okinawan character and charm.
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47th Okinawa Arts & Cultural Festival (Nov 10-18)
by totalokinawa | Nov 16, 2018 | Events | 0 |
The Okinawan Art and Culture Festival is held every year with the purpose of supporting the...
Read MorePeace Memorial Museum & Park
by Louise | Nov 10, 2017 | Culture, Fun, Sightseeing | 0 |
This monument is located the Mabuni hills where the last battle of Okinawa took place in World...
Read MoreUrasoe Castle Ruins
by Emily | Sep 6, 2017 | Culture, Fun, Sightseeing | 0 |
Built in the early 1200s, sacked in the 1600s, and almost completely destroyed during the attacks...
Read MoreKakazu Ridge
by Annabell | Apr 26, 2017 | Culture, Fun, Sightseeing | 1 |
Okinawa has many World War II history spots and one location you should definitely check out is...
Read MoreWalk the Gusuku Route
by totalokinawa | Apr 5, 2017 | Fun, Sightseeing | 0 |
Have you heard of Kitanakagusuku? It’s a village nestled in Okinawa’s Nakagami District, boasting...
Read MoreAkemashite Omedetou! New Year’s Traditions in Japan!
by totalokinawa | Jan 1, 2015 | Culture, Fun | 0 |
The year 2015 marks, according to eastern or Chinese astrology, the year of the sheep. It’s...
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