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Last Update: September 7, 2012 News
Localbeat![]() Cave spelunking great way to start Gyokusendo visitJapan’s second largest cave, tropical orchards and a close-up view of Okinawan customs and culture are an easy, relaxing sightseeing day on the island’s southside. Gyokusendo Kingdom Village can be said to “have it all”, and it is not an exaggeration. Read More!Community![]() Mihama announces plans for Halloween costume contestGhosts and goblins—not to mention a host of other Halloween ghouls who come out this time of year—are again being offered an opportunity to show off as Chatan Mihama American Village announces plans for another Halloween costume competition. A year ago, 576 participants competed in the 4th Annual Halloween Festival, with the costume contest the core event. Read More!Entertainment![]() Okinawa ready for fun after typhoon threatOkinawans are ready for some festival fun this weekend after having another weekend blown by threats of Typhoon Roke slamming the island. That didn’t materialize, as the recalcitrant tropical storm-turned-typhoon veered east at the last moment to drift over the Pacific Ocean before building itself into a Category 3 typhoon head of steam as it headed for mainland Japan. Read More!Shopping![]() Kimono sale specials start today at KadenaA bargain sale on traditional Japanese kimonos gets under way today at Kadena Air Base, followed by another round of special deals this weekend at the Okinawa Convention Center. Takikawa Kimono Recycling Shop will be offering the second-hand kimonos at the Kadena Officers Club today from 10 a. Read More!![]() New shop opens for people’s furry friendsPet owners need look no longer for a source for balanced nutrition for their pets, or for a new canine comrade, as a new pet store is now open on Gate 2 Street. Plaza88 looks small from the outside, but the new pet shop is bustling with activity as it prepares for its grand opening tomorrow. Read More!Gourmet![]() L.A. style sushi bar is everyone’s favoriteKamisushi is a sushi bar that’s traditional, but it doesn’t hold back, doing very American-like things with Los Angeles style entrees, and having special events every couple months. There’s a plentiful menu at Kamisushi, with an abundance special dishes, including one that’s bright, attractive sushi, tempura and sashimi. Read More! |
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