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Go-Far 2019: Okinawa
Photo essays and story pictures from Okinawa
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In high spirits
In high spirits
The world of Japanese alcohol is one that has turned the heads of many in recent years — the likes of Yamazaki, Hakushu and Hibiki…
Nicholas Koo
Aug 28, 2019
Welfare Companies Lead the Way in Disability Employment
Welfare Companies Lead the Way in Disability Employment
When Mr Taisei Higa first participated in a farming experience in high school, he never expected that working in the fields would become…
Amanda Chang
Aug 25, 2019
Yellow Plates in Okinawa
Yellow Plates in Okinawa
OKINAWA, Japan — You could probably guess that Kawaji Hiromiki is an avid fisher from the bright red boat strapped to the top of his van.
Ben Kee
Aug 25, 2019
How long can the Longevity Village last?
How long can the Longevity Village last?
OKINAWA, Japan — Ogimi-son is a small village in the northern part of Okinawa Island, better known as the “Longevity Village”. It boasts…
Ben Kee
Aug 25, 2019
Born in America, Raised in Okinawa
Born in America, Raised in Okinawa
Okinawa is host to about two-thirds of the American Military forces in Japan, which has been around since 1945 following Japan’s defeat…
Charlene Chua
Aug 25, 2019
More Nepali Youths Pursue the “Japanese Dream”
More Nepali Youths Pursue the “Japanese Dream”
Five years ago, Anita Sapkota left behind her friends and family in Kathmandu — the landlocked capital of Nepal — to seek a better life in…
Charlene Chua
Aug 25, 2019
Life beyond retirement
Life beyond retirement
Designated as one of only five blue zones in the world, Okinawa is home to the largest number of centenarians within a 100,000 population…
Jeremy Teo
Aug 25, 2019
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