Category: Customs

Field Party (Mō-ashibi)
Mō (毛) means “wild field” in the Okinawan language. It … Continued

ONNA Nabe and YOSHIYA Chiru
They are said to be the two greatest female poets … Continued

Rising Sun
Just before dawn, the sky is a shade darker. On … Continued

Sakurazaka
They say that long ago bandits and highwaymen began to … Continued

Sanpin-cha (Jasmine tea)
Living in such a hot climate, Okinawan people have been … Continued

Shell Ginger
“Hello,” “Nice to meet you” and hand your business card—a … Continued

Tōkachi and Kajimayā
Tōkachi (August 8 on the lunar calendar) is an event … Continued