The subtropical island of Okinawa Prefecture has an environment, climate and culture very different to mainland Japan. An independent kingdom and trading hub until the 17th century, the influence ...

It represents the culture of Okinawa,” says Nakasone ... Hopefully you can come down to the Hawaii Convention Center this weekend. Saturday from 10am to 5pm, and Sunday 10am to 4pm.

According to the University of Hawaii Center for Okinawan Studies, the dream for most immigrants had been to earn a better ...