
National May 16, 2022
Biracial Okinawans begin to find voice amid tensions over U.S. bases
"We hadn't raised our voices because we were afraid, but it's important for us to speak up so people recognize us," said Minako Toguchi.
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"We hadn't raised our voices because we were afraid, but it's important for us to speak up so people recognize us," said Minako Toguchi.
Okinawa continues to shoulder the bulk of U.S. bases in the country despite its long-stated hope of becoming "a peaceful island free of military bases."
Under rainy skies, many participants were seen wearing headbands with the message "Okinawa without bases," a dream shared by residents when the prefecture was returned to Japan.
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