Okinawa New Year Shrine Visit Guide 2026: Where to Start the Year Right
A complete Okinawa Hatsumōde 2026 guide featuring popular shrines and temples, prayer themes like traffic safety and health, locations, and New Year visit tips.
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Discover Tomori’s Stone-Carved Great Shisa: Okinawa’s Oldest Guardian Statue
Learn about one of Okinawa’s timeless icon – the tomori stone-craved shisa and how to make the most out of your trip to visit it.
Okinawa Animation Festival 2025: A Weekend of Anime Magic!
Dive into the “Okinawa Animation Festival 2025,” where anime fans unite for special guest appearances and cultural celebration.
Explore the Rich Traditions of Okinawa at the Nanmin Festival (May 16-19, 2024)
Experience Ryukyu dance, Eisa drumming, children’s sumo, and traditional Okinawan crafts at the vibrant Nanmin Festival.
Explore the Magic of Okinawa: 10 Power Spots for an Unforgettable Spiritual Adventure
Discover the top 10 power spots on Okinawa to cleanse and recharge your soul.
Recommended Shrines to Pray for a Prosperous 2024 in Okinawa (January 1-15, 2024)
This guide offers a selection of notable shrines in Okinawa for making New Year’s prayers and wishes a memorable start to 2024 immersed in the region’s distinctive ambiance.