http://www.jumbotours.co.jp/en/news/ News about Okinawa from JUMBOTOURS. ja Copyright 2010 Fri, 22 Jan 2010 10:24:56 +0900 http://www.sixapart.com/movabletype/ http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Jan-Feb The most well know Sakura,nation's earliest cherry blossoms are blooming into season in northern Okinawa.
All the Sakura Matsuri, cherry blossom festivals beginning this weekend, offering spectators breathtaking views of the islands famous blooms. The 32th Motobu Yaedake Sakura Festival kicks off this Saturday on the January 16th through February 7th. More than 7,000 sakura are displaying their brilliant pinks from the base of Mount Yaedake.
]]> http://www.jumbotours.co.jp/en/news/sakuracherry_blossoms_in_okina/ http://www.jumbotours.co.jp/en/news/sakuracherry_blossoms_in_okina/ Fri, 22 Jan 2010 10:24:56 +0900 ]]> http://www.jumbotours.co.jp/en/news/a_subtropical_paradise_far_fro/ http://www.jumbotours.co.jp/en/news/a_subtropical_paradise_far_fro/ Thu, 24 Dec 2009 18:35:06 +0900 Taiwan, the nearest country from Okinawa. Its foods are very familiar and popular among all as Chinese food culture. Such an authentic cuisine can be enjoyed at ‘Chinese Kitchen’.]]> http://www.jumbotours.co.jp/en/news/taiwanese_home_cooking_bar_chi/ http://www.jumbotours.co.jp/en/news/taiwanese_home_cooking_bar_chi/ Wed, 07 Oct 2009 19:00:24 +0900 ]]> http://www.jumbotours.co.jp/en/news/zakimi_castle_zakimi_gusuku/ http://www.jumbotours.co.jp/en/news/zakimi_castle_zakimi_gusuku/ Thu, 25 Jun 2009 13:05:57 +0900 ]]> http://www.jumbotours.co.jp/en/news/fukushuenfukushu_garden/ http://www.jumbotours.co.jp/en/news/fukushuenfukushu_garden/ Tue, 23 Jun 2009 14:31:51 +0900 Before you enjoy eating let us explain about Okinawan cuisine briefly. Recently Okinawan cuisine gains its popularity as healthy foods because of the longevity of the Okinawan people.The Okinawa's culture is espcially featured by its "Champloo" mix of elements. Champloo is a general name given to dishes made by stir-frying vegetables and tofu. ]]> http://www.jumbotours.co.jp/en/news/welcome_to_tadahama-about_okinawan_cuisine/ http://www.jumbotours.co.jp/en/news/welcome_to_tadahama-about_okinawan_cuisine/ Thu, 14 May 2009 18:32:55 +0900 ]]> http://www.jumbotours.co.jp/en/news/awamori_the_drink_of_life_for/ http://www.jumbotours.co.jp/en/news/awamori_the_drink_of_life_for/ Tue, 28 Apr 2009 11:46:45 +0900 Good-bye to Mr. Hangover!! ----Wherever heavy drinkers flock together, Syugo Densetu(literally translated into English, legendary winebibber) make its appearance on the stage. Just take it before you drink not to regret. ]]> http://www.jumbotours.co.jp/en/news/syugo_densetsu_natural_supplement_for_okinawa_awamori_lovers/ http://www.jumbotours.co.jp/en/news/syugo_densetsu_natural_supplement_for_okinawa_awamori_lovers/ Tue, 28 Apr 2009 11:34:25 +0900 Ryukyu Kaiensai Festival 2009 will be held in Ginowan Kaihin Park in Okinawa on April 18th 2009.This festival of fire and color has been presented by JAL (Japan Air Line) for the past 5 years.You will get to see over 10,000 fireworks in the exploding in the sky combined with music and Okinawan culture.This event starts at 3 pm and wraps up around 9pm. The actual fireworks take place 8pm to 9pm.Please make sure to have enough time to get the park because of heavy trafic jam!! Ryukyu Kaiensai Official Page ]]> http://www.jumbotours.co.jp/en/news/earliest_fireworks_in_okinawa/ http://www.jumbotours.co.jp/en/news/earliest_fireworks_in_okinawa/ Mon, 06 Apr 2009 15:52:12 +0900 The event was held at Okinawa Prefectural Hall of Martial Arts in Naha city August 14th through 16th. 2009 About 1,000 participants are expected to join in the tournament from 178 countries from all over the world. The program is consisting of 5 parts which are the opening/closing ceremony, Okinawa Traditional Karatedo & Kobudo seminar, demonstration, competition and the reception. The seminar is designed for international participants and enthusiasts who would like to learn about the traditional techniques and the history of Karatedo and Kobudo. At the reception party your friendship and mutual understanding should be facilitated more than ever among international and national participants together with those people contributed to the organization of the tournament. http://www.jumbotours.co.jp/en/news/2009_okinawa_traditional_karat/ http://www.jumbotours.co.jp/en/news/2009_okinawa_traditional_karat/ Wed, 11 Mar 2009 14:52:23 +0900 "Eisa" is an Okinawan ceremonial dance using drums, originally performed to welcome and console the souls of one's ancestors during the Summer "Bon" season. The steady beat of various drums, colorful and exotic costumes, sweetnesss of the women's dance, and dynamic moves by young men, are all the essence of exciting Eisa. ]]> http://www.jumbotours.co.jp/en/news/festival_season_is_here_eisa/ http://www.jumbotours.co.jp/en/news/festival_season_is_here_eisa/ Wed, 25 Jun 2008 11:58:15 +0900 Nov 8-9, 2008 Run like wind!!!!
The roads of Yanbaru(northern part of Okinawa) set the stage for Okinawa's biggest cycling race. The event began in 1989, and 2008 marks the 20th anniversary. There are many competitive categories including: 330 km around-Okinawa Island 2-day race, International Triathlon Union (ITU) authorized 200 km men's race (for which prominent foreign racers and overseas teams are invited), Womens 50 km international race, international junior race (began in 2003), and 6 subcategories for amateurs. More than 2,000 local volunteers support the event. Enjoy beautiful weather and exciting race!!! For more information about Tour de Okinawa 2008 ]]> http://www.jumbotours.co.jp/en/news/the_19th_tour_de_okinawa_2007/ http://www.jumbotours.co.jp/en/news/the_19th_tour_de_okinawa_2007/ Thu, 25 Oct 2007 18:34:06 +0900 The main attraction of the festival, Naha Great Tug-of-War is open to everyone! Make way for this gigantic rope. It's a Guinness World Record holder, measuring 200m (656 feet) in length, and weighing more than 40 metric tons (44 Amer. tons, 39 long tons)! This festival used to be held to pray for a good harvest but has grown into a festival full of music, dancing and various performances. Thousands of people compete on the East and West teams and pull a giant rope. You are most welcome to join the tug of war or just watch as it is an amazing sight to see.

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