Overview
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 of other Asian cultures is still seen in things like traditional textile designs. We hear folk songs recalling the sufferings and troubled history of Okinawa, from the samurai conquest incorporating it into Japan to the US invasion of WWII. We also discover the secret of the Okinawans' famous longevity – the island food.
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10 - 1The Nagasaki Kaido: Japan's Sugar Road January 14, 2023 -
10 - 2Akita: The Wisdom of Nature February 11, 2023 -
10 - 3Tokyo's Islands Niijima and Hachijojima March 11, 2023 -
10 - 4Okinawa: A Unique Island Culture April 15, 2023 -
10 - 5Tochigi - The Cycle of Life June 09, 2023 -
10 - 6Southern Nagano - Exploring Its Hidden Valleys August 11, 2023 -
10 - 7Sado - Island of Hidden Treasures September 15, 2023 -
10 - 8Fukuoka - Always Thinking Ahead October 13, 2023 -
10 - 9Kochi - Land of Rivers November 10, 2023 -
10 - 10Nagasaki - Free to Enjoy Life December 16, 2023