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In Remembering Japan's Final WWII Battle, Okinawans Reflect on Peace
United Nations · Okinawa

In Remembering Japan's Final WWII Battle, Okinawans Reflect on Peace

41% Left coverage: 29 sources
More than 4,000 people on Monday filled an Okinawa park to mark the 80th anniversary of Japan's final WWII battle.See the Story
Bone collectors: searching for WWII remains in Okinawa
Archaeology · Okinawa

Bone collectors: searching for WWII remains in Okinawa

46% Right coverage: 24 sources
Trekking through mud and rocks in Japan's humid Okinawan jungle, Takamatsu Gushiken reached a slope of ground where human remains have lain forgotten since World War II.See the Story
Okinawa: Honoring the Last Battle, 80 Years Later
War · Okinawa

Okinawa: Honoring the Last Battle, 80 Years Later

Eighty years ago, a tiny island in the western Pacific became the site of one of the deadliest battles in modern history. In June 2025, the world marks the anniversary of the Allied capture of Okinawa—the final and bloodiest major battle of World War II. Just 67 miles long and 17 miles wide at its broadest point, Okinawa might not seem like a major prize. Continue reading Okinawa: Honoring the Last Battle, 80 Years Later at Royal Examiner.See the Story

Japanese Settlement: In the Built-in Towards the Pacific

One of the strongest currents in the world separates Japan from Taiwan. How did people of the Old Stone Age come to the islands? This was tested by daring paddlers, among other things, in self-experiment.Okinawa · OkinawaSee the Story

A Legacy of Trust and Teamwork: Japanese Fellows Program Strengthens Medical Ties Across Japan

In Japan, a long-running medical exchange program helps shape the way two U.S. military hospitals deliver care to service members and their families. The Japanese National Physician Fellowship Programs at U.S. Naval Hospital Okinawa and U.S. Naval Hospital Yokosuka embed host-nation physicians within their care teams, enhancing clinical collaboration, delivering high-quality healthcare, and advancing mission readiness through shared expertise.Okinawa · OkinawaRead Article

Beach visitor accidentally picks up shell of venomous snail that can kill a human in moments

100% Right coverage: 1 sources
TikTok video shows tourist collecting the shell of a lethal cone snail at an Okinawa beach, unaware that the snail uses venom that causes full body paralysis within minutes.TikTok · OkinawaRead Article

Testing ancient Paleolithic migration with a replica canoe

100% Center coverage: 1 sources
“How did Paleolithic people arrive at such remote islands as Okinawa? What tools and strategies did they use?”…Okinawa · OkinawaRead Article

Hamada, Former Nakagusuku Village Mayor, Unanimously Approved as Chairman of Okinawa Convention and Visitors Bureau; Meshima to Continue as Executive Director

The Okinawa Convention & Visitors Bureau (OCVB) held its third extraordinary board meeting in Naha City on the 26th and approved a personnel plan to appoint former Nakagusuku village mayor Kyosuke Hamada (62) as the new chairman. The term of office is two years. Norihiro Meshima (54) will continue in his role as executive director. This is the first time that a former OCVB member has served as executive director for two consecutive terms.Okinawa · OkinawaRead Article

Watch WW2 Combat Footage and Kamikaze Attacks on US Navy in Color During 1945 Battle of Okinawa

During the final months of World War II, the Battle of Okinawa became one of the deadliest campaigns in the Pacific. A major threat came from the air—Japanese kamikaze pilots who carried out suicide missions against American ships. This combat footage, shown in color, gives a clear view of the chaos and danger faced by U.S. Navy crews during this period. One-Way Missions Against the Fleet The word “kamikaze” translates to “divine wind,” but to U…U.S. Navy · OkinawaRead Article

Shohei Otani and Shigeo Nagashima Running in Okinawa, Secom Ryukyu Yui Rail Wrapped Train to Run From July 2nd

A Japanese baseball legend and a current American Major League legend appear together. Starting July 2nd, Okinawa Urban Monorail "Yui Rail" will have a fully wrapped train with Shigeo Nagashima and Shohei Otani. The original design is by Secom Ryukyu (Naha City, President Iguchi Iku). The company says, "We want to bring energy and excitement to the local area.Okinawa · OkinawaRead Article

The military life of pets: love, loss and grief - Military Life - Military Families

Family pets are heartwarming, but they go beyond the simple joys for military families. For military families, a pet is an anchor when we’re floating in the unknown, and a companion when our service member leaves again.   They represent a constant when so much is changing, and they emanate a calmness that cuts through all the chaos. Their “ignorance is bliss” demeanor is a continual reminder that it doesn’t matter what life — or the government —…Okinawa · OkinawaRead Article

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