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Ayano Uema’s new album available online at Amazon.co.jp
Ayano Uema’s sophomore album, “Majun,” is available for pre-order online at Amazon.co.jp for ¥2,000. The listing on Amazon.co.jp gives us a peek at what we may expect out of her new album. It’ll have a total of eight tracks and by the looks of it will be, like her debut album, original songs penned by…
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Order spider pizza in Okinawa – TOKYOMANGO
Spider pizza was featured on a Japanese TV show recently — it’s a real dish that you can order at a pizzeria in Okinawa, owned by the guy who runs an association that promotes insect-eating. I bet if you can get over your arachnophobia it’s crunchy and delicious. He makes beetle pizza, too. Um, yeah!…
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“Thinking Out Loud” on KZOO Radio [Honolulu]
Chris Yano is hosting a really interesting radio program called, “Thinking Out Loud” on KZOO (1210 AM) at 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm. On 07.20, she will be talking to Norman Kaneshiro and Eric Wada. They will be talking about playing Okinawan music, issues of identity and their organization Ukwanshin Kabudan. They will play their…
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Gals in Naha by safama (on Flickr)
DPP07D90710021D28 Originally uploaded by safama Beautiful shots taken in Naha by Flickr user safama. This one and this one as well.
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Syakari’s stage setup
Chiaki from the J/O-pop group Syakari shares a pic of their stage setup. Pretty cool. (Via しゃかりデジカメ日記.)
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Wallpaper: Meisa Kuroki for Kirin Beverage’s Cola Shock
Yes, on your next get-togehter with friends, how about popping open a refreshing can of Kirin Cola Shock? Oh, and it’s not for minors (or whatever the legal age it is for alcohol consumption in your neck of the woods) since the drink contains alcohol (vodka). Tasty? Meisa. Yes. Drink. Maybe. Either way you can…
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Orion Fest
Orion Fest Originally uploaded by Nathan J Fisher One of the best festivals in Japan. Orion Beer Festival.
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Meisa Kuroki named “Miss Lily” – Tokyograph
On Sunday, the International Flower Bulb Centre held a presentation ceremony for its 8th annual Miss Lily award, given to women who best match lilies. This year’s winner was young actress Meisa Kuroki (21). Kuroki remarked that she “finally feels like a woman again.” Just last month, she finished playing a female version of Oda…
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Ryukyu Cowboy Films
Billed as the first film (or in this case, collection of short films) with directors who are all from Okinawa, “Ryukyu Cowboy, Yoroshiku Gozaimasu.” looks interesting indeed. Although the film itself was released in 2007, it’s currently playing in select theaters around Okinawa and mainland Japan. The film is comprised of three parts, each with…
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Blogs: Voices from Okinawa Online
It’s always nice to see a blog about Okinawa (especially if it’s in English) and here’s one you’ll want to check out: “Voices from Okinawa Online: A blog related to the summer 2009 issue of MANOA.” From the MANOA website: Launched in 1989, MANOA strives to bring the literature of Asia, the Pacific, and the…
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