Okinawa: Society and Culture
This category is for sites on society and culture of Okinawa Prefecture, Japan.
Chapter II SFA Rising Sun Chapter
- Chapter II SFA official minutes, monthly newsletter and image galleries.http://www.sfachapter2.org/
Contemporary Okinawa Website
- Site offers historical and political information and documents regarding Okinawa, particularly the Post WWII era. A number of book and article reviews and opinions are also available. Site also offers information and commentary on the Okinawan town of Kin, home of USMC Camp Hansen.http://www.niraikanai.wwma.net/
HDR Japan
- HDR Japan is a personal Japan photo blog and cultural information resource. Members can post blogs, maintain a personal profile and upload HDR images in the photo gallery.http://www.hdrjapan.com
Kadena Services Squadron
- Site offers information on all Air Force morale, welfare and recreation services, facilities and events offered by the Kadena 18th Services Squadron. Information includes pets, Okuma Resort, lodging, employment and laundry. A locally published, Venture magazine and an online customer comment form are also available.http://www.18services.com/
Marine Corps Community Services Okinawa Japan
- MCCS Okinawa provides services for military, civilian, and family members stationed on Okinawa.http://www.mccsokinawa.com/
Neighborhood Church Okinawa
- Assembly Of God church. Describes ministries, provides photographs, and lists service times.http://www.okinawaneighborhood.org/
Okinawa Awamori Distillers Association
- Offers an introduction to Awamori, Okinawan traditional rice wine. History and making of Awamori as well as how to enjoy it.http://www.okinawa-awamori.or.jp/english/
The Okinawa Centenarian Study
- Offers information and statistics on centenarians, a description of a centenarian study, book excerpts, biographies on the researchers, and contact information. Also contains links to news articles and a mailing list.http://www.okicent.org/
Okinawa Diary
- A collection of articles on Okinawan history and culture, written by Paul Saeki.http://www.adam.com.au/psandcd/index.htm
Okinawa Digital Archives "Wonder Okinawa"
- Offers a broad range of texts regarding Okinawa Prefecture, its culture, festivals and other related topics. Also available are downloadable applications for online touring and discussion of Okinawa, an about and privacy policy sections.http://www.wonder-okinawa.jp/index_en.jsp
Okinawa International Consortium of Longevity
- The official post conference website of the Okinawa International Conference on Longevity (OICL). Site contains an about OICL page, the governor's message, speaker's abstracts, supporters, site map, contact information and a post conference summary.http://www.oic-longevity.wwma.net/
Okinawa (Japan)
- Describes the Okinawa flag, its symbols and history. With links to city flags and related information.http://www.atlasgeo.net/fotw/flags/jp-47.html
Okinawa: The American Years, 1945-1972
- Chronology, history, photos, and more on post-war Okinawa.http://www.sarantakes.com/Okinawa.html
Okinawa, Then and Now
- A former US navyman's recollections of Okinawa 30 years ago and impressions from visiting there again recently.http://www.jpri.org/publications/occasionalpapers/op11.html
Okinawan Wall Paintings
- Offers a collection of photos of the paintings on various Okinawan sea walls. Guest book is also available.http://www.geocities.co.jp/HeartLand/5104/
Okinawazone
- Assists military communities on Okinawa with basic needs such as cars, hair needs, employment and other necessities.http://www.okinawazone.20m.com/
Puerto Rican Alliance of Okinawa
- Ex-patriot group to strengthen Hispanic ties in Okinawa.http://www.geocities.com/Pentagon/Quarters/7233/
Ryukyu Champru - Library
- Gives an introduction to Okinawa, the 'base' problem, and regional culture.http://www.geocities.com/Tokyo/Garden/3400/page2.html
Shisa
- Description of the ornamental shisa, seen on buildings all over Okinawa, and the myth that created themhttp://www.geocities.com/TheTropics/6330/Shisa.html
Welcome to Okinawa
- Gives several short essays and FAQ on Okinawa life and culture, as well as political issues with US military bases.http://www.well.com/user/nobumasa/