One of the most remote areas of Japan, Okinawa boasts a colourful culture alongside coral reefs, national parks and ...

For decades, Okinawa has prided itself as a hot spot for longevity. In 1999, the Japanese islands were listed as one of five ...

Yukie Miyaguni, a diet expert from the island, credited the superfood with rescuing the islanders during a period of food scarcity, stating: "Well, Okinawa had a period of food shortage ...

That was even more so after the Meiji government (1868-1912) ended rule of the Ryukyu Kingdom (1429-1879) and made it into the prefecture of Okinawa in 1879, as life was difficult for islanders at ...

and more food choices for an array of tastes. The highlight of my stay, however, was exploring the local lifestyle, thanks to the arrival of a new wellness retreat series at the resort. Okinawa is ...

Retail sales at department stores and supermarkets in Kyushu and Okinawa grew by 1.3% in October compared to the previous ...