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Okinawa, Japan 26: Final Thoughts
Visit http://StrayCompass.com for more great travel videos. James Knott reflects on his favorite moments in Okinawa.
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Okinawa, Japan 25: WW2 Peace Memorial
Visit http://StrayCompass.com for more great travel videos. The Battle of Okinawa in WW2 devasted the island. Over 100,000 Okinawan civilians were killed in the fighting. Today a very fitting peace memorial sits in southern Okinawa. Visit http://StrayCompass.com for more great travel videos. The Battle of Okinawa in WW2 devasted the island. Over 100,000 Okinawan ci... more
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Okinawa, Japan 24: Okinawa World & Gyokusendo Cave
Visit http://StrayCompass.com for more travel adventure videos. Okinawa World is a theme park that celebrates Okinawan culture. It's main attraction is the longest Cave in Okinawa - Gyokusendo Cave. Go spelunking with James Knott in another fun video highlighting Okinawan culture and travel. Visit http://StrayCompass.com for more travel adventure videos. Okinawa World is a theme park that celebrates Okinawan culture. It's m... more
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Okinawa, Japan 23: Sefa Utaki
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Sefa Utaki is considered to be one of the most sacred religious sites on the island of Okinawa. It was used for religious ceremonies by kings and priestesses in the days of the Ryukyu Kingdom. Visit http://StrayCompass.com - a travel adventure web site. ... more -
Okinawa, Japan 22: Tamaudun
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Tamaudun is a mausoleum built for the Ryukyu royal family who ruled the Okinawan Islands for centuries. Visit http://StrayCompass.com for more great videos about Okinawa and beyond. ... more -
Okinawa, Japan 21: Shikinaen
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Shikinaen is the largest second residence of the Ryukyu royal family. Come stroll the grounds with James Knott as he explores the history and architecture of this World Heritage site. Visit http://StrayCompass.com for more videos about Okinawa and beyond. ... more -
Okinawa, Japan 20: Shuri Castle
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Shuri Castle - or Shuri-jo - is the largest castle in Okinawa and has been reconstructed to it's original grandeur. Catch a glimpse inside the castle walls and learn about the history of this great monument. Visit http://StrayCompass.com for more travel adventure videos. ... more -
Okinawa, Japan 19: Shisa
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Tsuboya Pottery District is the home of Okinawa's pottery makers. Learn about the history of this district and the significance of it's most popular item - the Shisa Dog. Visit http://StrayCompass.com for more videos about Okinawa and beyond. ... more -
Okinawa, Japan 18: Heiwa-Dori and Makishi Public Market
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Shopping on Heiwa-Dori is a great way to take in Okinawan life. The tastes of the people is revealed with what is on sale in this maze of small shops. Get lost in the culture and pick up a few authentic souveniors with James Knott as he wanders through this asian shopping mecca. Visit http://StrayCompass.com for more great travel adventures. ... more -
Okinawa, Japan 17: World's Largest Tug-of-War
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The Naha Tsunahiki is the world's largest annual Tug-Of-War. Every October, the residents of Naha pit the eastern half of the city versus the western half. It is quite a spectacle. Visit http://StrayCompass.com for more videos and articles about Okinawa and beyond. ... more -
Okinawa, Japan 16: Musical Traditions
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From Eisa drumming to the Sanshin there are many musical traditions unique to Okinawa. Let your ears go on a musical adventure with James Knott as he explores the history and sounds of the island. Visit http://StrayCompass.com - for more videos about Okinawa and beyond!! ... more -
Okinawa, Japan 15: Kokusai-Dori
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Take a walk with James Knott down the most famous street in Southern Japan - Kokusai-Dori. Visit http://StrayCompass.com for more videos about Okinawa and beyond. ... more -
Okinawa, Japan 14: Naha
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Okinawa's capitol city of Naha is southern Japan's cultural center. Venture through the streets of Naha with James Knott and learn about some cool places to visit. Visit http://StrayCompass.com for more great travel adventures about Okinawa and beyond. ... more -
Okinawa, Japan 13: Katsuren-Jo (Castle)
James Knott heads to Katsuren-Jo, one of nine World Heritage Sites on the island of Okinawa.
Visit StrayCompass.com - A travel adventure site! James Knott heads to Katsuren-Jo, one of nine World Heritage Sites on the island of Okinawa. ... more -
Okinawa, Japan 12: U.S. Military and Central Okinawa
James Knott visits the central part of Okinawa's main island. This area has the highest concentration of U.S. Military bases in Japan and is a great place to see the influence of American culture on Japanese Society. There are also some great resorts and some deliciously cheap sushi to enjoy. James Knott visits the central part of Okinawa's main island. This area has the highest concentration of U.S. Military bases in Japan ... more
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U.S. Marine accused of raping teen in Okinawa
From Wikipedia
From 1952 to 2004 there have been 200,000 accidents and crimes committed by the U.S. soldiers, which killed 1,076 Japanese civilians. According to the U.S.-Japan Status of Forces Agreement U.S. personnel have partial extraterritorial right, so in most cases suspects were not arrested. In 1995 the abduction and rape of a 12-year-old Okinawan schoolgirl by three U.S. marines led to demands for the removal of all U.S. military bases in Japan. Other controversial incidents include helicopter crashes, the Girard Incident and the Michael Brown Okinawa assault incident.
In February 2008, a 38-year-old U.S. Marine based on Okinawa was arrested in connection with the reported rape of a 14-year-old Japanese girl From Wikipedia ... more -
Okinawa, Japan 11: Bullfighting - Okinawan Style / Togyu
In Okinawa, there is bullfighting, but there is no Matador. It involves two bulls battling head-to-head in a contest of strength.
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Okinawa, Japan 10: Ocean Expo Park and Churaumi Aquarium
Ocean Expo Park is a great place to stop in Okinawa. It's home to Churaumi Aquarium - the second largest aquarium in the world. Seeing the whale shark swim by makes it worth the stop just by itself.
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Stay tuned for more great videos about Okinawa. Ocean Expo Park is a great place to stop in Okinawa. It's home to Churaumi Aquarium - the second largest aquarium in the world. Seeing... more -
Okinawa, Japan 9: The Jungles of Yonaha-Dake
James Knott hikes with his Aunt Tsuneko and Uncle Haru to the top of Okinawa's highest mountain, Yonaha-Dake.
Okinawa is a sub-tropical island in southern Japan. James Knott explores the geography, history, people and culture of this unique place in a series of podcasts. Tune in, learn, and enjoy!!!
Please comment, rate and subscribe to my videos. I'm using any feedback I can get to help me make a documentary about visiting Okinawa. James Knott hikes with his Aunt Tsuneko and Uncle Haru to the top of Okinawa's highest mountain, Yonaha-Dake. ... more -
Okinawa, Japan 8: Ie-Jima
James Knott takes a ferry to the island of Ie-Jima and climbs to the top of it's highest point, Gusuku-Yama. On the way down a huge snake nearly lands on his head.
Okinawa is a sub-tropical island in southern Japan. James Knott explores the geography, history, people and culture of this unique place in a series of podcasts. Tune in, learn, and enjoy!!!
Please comment, rate and subscribe to my videos. I'm using any feedback I can get to help me make a documentary about visiting Okinawa. James Knott takes a ferry to the island of Ie-Jima and climbs to the top of it's highest point, Gusuku-Yama. On the way down a huge sn... more
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