Okinawans practice 'hara hachi bu,' eating until 80% full, a Confucian principle linked to healthy aging and disease prevention. This mindful moderation, focusing on nutrient-dense foods, aligns with ...

It is now widely known that China has been focusing its attention on Okinawa, generating narratives about the island and its status. Among these narratives are the “Ryukyu Undetermined Status Theory.” ...

Okinawa, an archipelago that stretches from just below Japan’s main islands almost to Taiwan, means different things to different people. For many Japanese visitors, Okinawa, with its white stretches ...

HONOLULU (Island News) -- The 43rd Annual Okinawan Festival celebrates all of the special food, traditions and history of Okinawa at the Honolulu Hawaii Convention Center this weekend. Celebrate ...

Portland Japanese Garden will bring a centuries-old Japanese tradition to life this weekend with its annual Bon-Odori Summer Festival on Saturday, Aug. 23. A highlight of summer festivals in Japan, ...

A sexual assault case involving a US marine has reignited anger over the long-standing impunity and marginalisation faced by Okinawans under the US–Japan security alliance. Despite persistent ...

Experience the energetic dance choreography of Bon Appétit by Katy Perry featuring Migos. Join the fun and learn the moves that will have you grooving all night long. Perfect for dancers of all levels ...

This is part of a collection of stories spotlighting deeply rooted—yet sometimes less exposed—crafts hubs around the world and how to experience them. Read more here. At Chinen Bingata laboratory on ...

Photos: Bon-Odori Dance Day for Peace in Kingston, N.Y., on Sunday, Aug. 3, 2025. The Bon-Odori Dance Day for Peace drew a crowd to Kingston Point Beach in Kingston, N.Y., on Sunday, Aug. 3, 2025.

KINGSTON, N.Y. — The Bon-Odori Dance Day for Peace will return to Kingston Point Beach on Aug. 3, from noon to 8 p.m., as the world marks the 80th anniversary of the atomic bombings of Hiroshima and ...