National Nov 30, 2020
U.S. military in Okinawa reports single-day record 72 new COVID-19 cases
by Jesse Johnson
The marines said there were no indications that those infected had spread the disease to the larger population surrounding the bases.
National | Regional Voices: Okinawa Nov 27, 2020
Hurdles remain for government plan to rebuild Shuri Castle by 2026
Since the blaze, a large number of problems have surfaced, such as securing the wood to rebuild, ownership of the castle and an insurance shortfall.
Commentary / Japan Nov 16, 2020
Remembering the Okinawa rape incident that changed Japan-U.S. military relations
by Robert D. Eldridge
It was twenty-five years ago nearly to the day, following the tragic early September 1995 rape of an Okinawan school girl in Kin Village, Okinawa Prefecture, by three U.S. servicemen — two Marines and a Navy medic — that the Commander-in-Chief U.S. Pacific Command ...
National Nov 9, 2020
For Okinawans, Biden offers little hope of shift on Futenma move
Some, however, say fears of spiraling U.S.-China tensions are likely to ease under the incoming administration.
National Oct 31, 2020
Okinawa marks anniversary of Shuri Castle fire as donations top ¥5 billion
Under the reconstruction project, the construction of a new Seiden main building is expected to start in 2022.
National Oct 29, 2020
Ryukyuan dancer and tea master among new Japan cultural envoys
Tea master Sotatsu Ota, 63, is known for his expertise in tea and wagashi, or traditional Japanese sweets, and in the cultural aspects of Kyoto.
National Oct 23, 2020
Japan defense chief and Okinawa governor still at odds over U.S. base
Defense Minister Nobuo Kishi and Okinawa Gov. Denny Tamaki met Thursday to discuss the issue of relocating U.S. Marine Corps Air Station Futenma within the prefecture.
Business / Corporate Oct 21, 2020
A computer file containing data on 2,750 business partners of a unit of Japan Post Co. has been leaked, the parent company said Tuesday. On Oct. 6, an employee of the Tokyo-based unit, Japan Post Trading Service Co., which conducts catalog-based sales of midsummer and ...
National Oct 21, 2020
Okinawa warns of COVID-19 risk from traditional drinking custom
The otori practice sees participants drink awamori distilled liquor, a specialty of the prefecture, in turn from the same glass at ceremonies and gatherings.
National | Regional Voices: Okinawa Oct 16, 2020
SDF still building Miyakojima depot despite protests and land row
The Okinawa Defense Bureau has been unable to acquire 0.6 hectares of the site due to a dispute between a company and individuals who both claim ownership.
National Oct 11, 2020
Japan government and Okinawa remain at odds over U.S. base move
Okinawa's governor reiterated his opposition to the central government's relocation plan during his first meeting with the new chief Cabinet secretary.
National / Politics Oct 9, 2020
Futenma base breakthrough continues to elude Okinawa governor
After two years in office, questions are being raised over whether Denny Tamaki can maintain his support given a lack of achievements.