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Introducing Miyakojima’s sea-born Yukishio Miyakojima, southwest of Okinawa, is famous for beaches ranked among Japan’s most beautiful. Among its nature-based souvenirs, Yukishio—“snow salt”—is especially distinctive. Fine, light powder ...

A classic Okinawa souvenir Chinsuko is the traditional standard, but travelers may want something different. Goya and tropical fruits also evoke Okinawa; my recommendation is the Beni-imo Tart. Okinawan purple sweet potato has concentrat...

What is Arakaki Chinsuko Honpo? Arakaki Chinsuko Honpo is a historic Okinawan confectioner founded in 1908. Chinsuko is made from a remarkably simple combination of lard, sugar, and flour, yet the careful balance creates its distinctive ...

Review of matcha chinsukoOkinawa’s classic chinsuko in a green tea flavorNickname: sawaSatisfaction: [star rating="5"]When people think of sightseeing on Okinawa’s main island, Kokusai Street is difficult to leave out. To reach it, take ...

My impression of Ayumi’s sata andagiIt can be purchased at Makishi Public Market.A classic Okinawan souvenir everyone enjoysNickname: NekomochiSatisfaction: [star rating="4"]Sata andagi is a popular Okinawan fried confection, often descr...

Okinawa is a tropical resort destination where time seems to move at a gentler pace. The main island is full of attractions, while Ishigaki, Miyako, Taketomi, Iriomote, Yonaguni, and the other outlying islands each offer their own scener...

The tea most widely enjoyed in Okinawa is not standard Japanese green tea but sanpin tea. It is served in restaurants throughout the prefecture and tastes refreshing both chilled and hot. “Sanpin tea” is the Okinawan name for jasmine tea...