In the longevity hotspot of Okinawa, a designated ‘blue zone’ for life expectancy and boasting one of the longest-living populations in the world, it seems more appropriate to celebrate Vegannually rather than Veganuary, as there is no denying that following a vegan diet, prevalent in Okinawan culture, comes with a wealth of benefits. Indeed, Okinawa’s food culture is believed to be a key...
Okinawa is gearing up for the cherry blossom season with a series of events and festivals to welcome visitors keen to witness the earliest showing of this magical display. Thanks to its subtropical climate, the southernmost prefecture of Okinawa enjoys the earliest blooming cherry blossoms in the whole of Japan with some seen as early as mid-January, and they do not only arrive earlier but...
Okinawa, Japan’s subtropical, southernmost prefecture, is set to welcome the launch of two new properties, further bolstering its tourism offering now that Japan’s borders have re-opened to all international visitors. ‘NOT A HOTEL ISHIGAKI’ will be a unique, one-room location built on a 9.9 square kilometre site located on the coast of Ishigaki Island, whereas Watermark Hotel and Resorts...
Japan’s subtropical prefecture of Okinawa is gearing up for its Kajimaya Day celebrations on October 2nd to honour those turning the young age of 97 this year. Okinawa is a designated ‘blue zone’ for life expectancy and Okinawans believe that as people become older, they become younger in spirit and that the age of 97 is a symbolic return to youthfulness. Celebrations vary slightly from...
Japan's southernmost prefecture, Okinawa, comprises 160 subtropical islands boasting a year-round warm climate comparable to Hawaii, Miami and Cancun. Just 3 hours by air from Tokyo and blessed with incredible natural beauty, from lush forests to crystal blue waters with abundant coral and golden sands, Okinawa is perfect for beach lovers and sport enthusiasts alike whilst still appealing to...
