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Okinawa, Japan 26: Final Thoughts (00:58)
by StrayCompass
Visit http://StrayCompass.com for more great travel videos. James Knott reflects on his favorite moments in Okinawa.
20 views0 commentsUploaded 08/05/2008
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Okinawa, Japan 25: WW2 Peace Memorial (03:27)
by StrayCompass
Visit http://StrayCompass.com for more great travel videos. The Battle of Okinawa in WW2 devasted the island. Over 100,000 Okinawan civilians were killed in the fighting. Today a very fitting peace memorial sits in southern Okinawa.
22 views0 commentsUploaded 08/05/2008
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Okinawa, Japan 24: Okinawa World & Gyokusendo Cave (03:51)
by StrayCompass
Visit http://StrayCompass.com for more travel adventure videos. Okinawa World is a theme park that celebrates Okinawan culture. It's main attraction is the longest Cave in Okinawa - Gyokusendo Cave. Go spelunking with James Knott in another fun video highlighting Okinawan culture and travel.
16 views0 commentsUploaded 08/05/2008
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Okinawa, Japan 23: Sefa Utaki (01:53)
by StrayCompass
Visit http://StrayCompass.com - a travel adventure web site. Sefa Utaki is considered to be one of the most sacred religious sites on the island of Okinawa. It was used for religious ceremonies by kings and priestesses in the days of the Ryukyu Kingdom.
6 views0 commentsUploaded 08/05/2008
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Okinawa, Japan 22: Tamaudun (01:38)
by StrayCompass
Visit http://StrayCompass.com for more great videos about Okinawa and beyond. Tamaudun is a mausoleum built for the Ryukyu royal family who ruled the Okinawan Islands for centuries.
3 views0 commentsUploaded 08/05/2008
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Okinawa, Japan 21: Shikinaen (01:55)
by StrayCompass
Visit http://StrayCompass.com for more videos about Okinawa and beyond. Shikinaen is the largest second residence of the Ryukyu royal family. Come stroll the grounds with James Knott as he explores the history and architecture of this World Heritage site.
8 views0 commentsUploaded 08/05/2008
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Okinawa, Japan 20: Shuri Castle (02:52)
by StrayCompass
Visit http://StrayCompass.com for more travel adventure videos. Shuri Castle - or Shuri-jo - is the largest castle in Okinawa and has been reconstructed to it's original grandeur. Catch a glimpse inside the castle walls and learn about the history of this great monument.
12 views0 commentsUploaded 08/05/2008
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Okinawa, Japan 19: Shisa (03:23)
by StrayCompass
Visit http://StrayCompass.com for more videos about Okinawa and beyond. Tsuboya Pottery District is the home of Okinawa's pottery makers. Learn about the history of this district and the significance of it's most popular item - the Shisa Dog.
5 views0 commentsUploaded 08/05/2008
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Okinawa, Japan 18: Heiwa-Dori and Makishi Public Market (03:29)
by StrayCompass
Visit http://StrayCompass.com for more great travel adventures. Shopping on Heiwa-Dori is a great way to take in Okinawan life. The tastes of the people is revealed with what is on sale in this maze of small shops. Get lost in the culture and pick up a few authentic souveniors with James Knott as he wanders through this asian shopping mecca.
63 views1 commentsUploaded 08/05/2008
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Okinawa, Japan 17: World's Largest Tug-of-War (04:17)
by StrayCompass
Visit http://StrayCompass.com for more videos and articles about Okinawa and beyond. The Naha Tsunahiki is the world's largest annual Tug-Of-War. Every October, the residents of Naha pit the eastern half of the city versus the western half. It is quite a spectacle.
6 views0 commentsUploaded 08/05/2008
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Okinawa, Japan 16: Musical Traditions (05:29)
by StrayCompass
Visit http://StrayCompass.com - for more videos about Okinawa and beyond!! From Eisa drumming to the Sanshin there are many musical traditions unique to Okinawa. Let your ears go on a musical adventure with James Knott as he explores the history and sounds of the island.
9 views0 commentsUploaded 08/04/2008
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Okinawa, Japan 15: Kokusai-Dori (02:43)
by StrayCompass
Visit http://StrayCompass.com for more videos about Okinawa and beyond. Take a walk with James Knott down the most famous street in Southern Japan - Kokusai-Dori.
6 views0 commentsUploaded 08/04/2008
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Okinawa, Japan 14: Naha (03:38)
by StrayCompass
Visit http://StrayCompass.com for more great travel adventures about Okinawa and beyond. Okinawa's capitol city of Naha is southern Japan's cultural center. Venture through the streets of Naha with James Knott and learn about some cool places to visit.
8 views0 commentsUploaded 08/04/2008
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Okinawa, Japan 13: Katsuren-Jo (Castle) (02:27)
by StrayCompass
Visit http://StrayCompass.com - A travel adventure site! James Knott heads to Katsuren-Jo, one of nine World Heritage Sites on the island of Okinawa.
3 views0 commentsUploaded 08/04/2008
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Okinawa, Japan 12: U.S. Military and Central Okinawa (03:43)
by StrayCompass
Visit http://StrayCompass.com - A travel adventure site! James Knott visits the central part of Okinawa's main island. This area has the highest concentration of U.S. Military bases in Japan and is a great place to see the influence of American culture on Japanese Society. There are also some great resorts and some deliciously cheap sushi to enjoy.
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