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Paantu: The Mud-Covered Sacred Deities of Miyako
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In Miyako, visiting deities with foul-smelling mud, terrifying wooden masks chase children down the street and smear mud across the...
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Hajichi: The Powerful Female Tattooing Tradition of the Ryukyus
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Due to society being conditioned to believe a particular standard or ideal of beauty, we forget the beautiful cultural traditions...
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Shikuwasa: The Powerful Longevity Promoting Fruit & the Benefits of Nobiletin
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Shikuwasa is just one of those fruits you can't get anywhere else in the world. A powerful citrus with a...
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The Hidari Gomon: Symbol of Ryukyuan Pride
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During the time of the Ryukyu Kingdom, each aristocratic family had a kamon. Kamon originated in Japan and entered the...
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10 Okinawan (Uchinaaguchi) phrases to learn before your next trip to Okinawa
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The Ryukyu Islands (Okinawa) are undoubtedly one of the most beautiful places you can visit in the Asia-Pacific region. As...
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All About Yonaguni (Dunan): Food, Travel, Culture & Facts
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Text Example Yonaguni, called “Dunan” in the native language, is the western-most island in the Ryukyu archipelago. There are three...
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The Okinawan Yachimun: Unravelling the Secrets of a Timeless Craft
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The Okinawan Yachimun: Unravelling the Secrets of a Timeless Craft Guide to the Article: A Craft Steeped...
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