News & Topics tag:www.okinawastory.jp,2010-02-17:/en/news//6 2012-05-17T05:30:44Z 観光情報WEBサイト「おきなわ物語」英語版の最新ニュースです。 Movable Type Pro 5.01 Japanese-Canada film "KARAKARA" in Canne Film Market 2012 tag:www.okinawastory.jp,2012:/en/news//6.815 2012-05-17T04:56:59Z 2012-05-17T05:30:44Z Okinawa, the subtropical archipelago on ... おきなわ物語 http://www.okinawastory.jp/ Okinawa, the subtropical archipelago on the southern edge of Japan, offers a wide variety of ideal locations for film and other audiovisual products, boasting its warm and mild climate, the world-class coral reefs, the unique traditional culture, and many others. Okinawa Prefecture is happy to subsidise film and audiovisual projects that will convey the charm of Okinawa to the world.
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A Claude Gagnon film "KARAKARA", a Japanese-Canada official co-production funded by Okinawa Prefecture, is to be presented for the first time at this year's Cannes Film Market. We would like to use this opportunity to provide information on the charm of Okinawa and the Prefecture's support programme to each of you who come from the world's leading film and audiovisual industries.

 KARAKARA.jpg ]]> 2012　Okinawa Haarii Dragon Boat Race tag:www.okinawastory.jp,2012:/en/news//6.807 2012-05-02T09:47:36Z 2012-05-02T09:49:13Z おきなわ物語 http://www.okinawastory.jp/ Okinawa Haarii Dragon Boat Race

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The Haarii has its origins in Southeast Asia, where groups of fishermen raced against each other in a ritual intended to ensure a good catch during the fishing season.

Haarii Event List is here

]]> May Calendar tag:www.okinawastory.jp,2012:/en/news//6.797 2012-04-27T09:12:09Z 2012-04-27T09:44:46Z おきなわ物語 http://www.okinawastory.jp/ May calendar for you to download! Click and download the large size.

May 2012

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]]> Find your secret getaway! Okinawa Island Guide tag:www.okinawastory.jp,2012:/en/news//6.730 2012-01-30T00:35:44Z 2012-01-30T00:59:14Z Okinawa consists many isolated islands (... おきなわ物語 http://www.okinawastory.jp/ Okinawa consists many isolated islands (inhabited:49).
Each island is surrounded by beautiful ocean and abundant nature, and it's
unique features and culture are adored by island lovers from all over the world.

OKINAWA ISLAND GUIDE
http://www.okinawastory.jp/en/island_guide/

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]]> 2012: Sakura Matsuri -Japan's earliest Cherry Blossom Festival- tag:www.okinawastory.jp,2011:/en/news//6.414 2012-01-21T01:45:48Z 2012-01-30T00:57:10Z The cherry blossom- Japanese call Sakura... おきなわ物語 http://www.okinawastory.jp/ The cherry blossom- Japanese call Sakura -, pure, noble and charming sakura.jpg
that indicating the welcome of spring to Japan's southernmost Island.
Okinawa is one of the first places to see cherry blossoms. Yaedake Sakura Matsuri at Yaedake in Motobu Town is known as Japan's earliest cherry blossom festival in the year.

2012: Sakura Matsuri -Japan's earliest Cherry Blossom Festival-

]]> 4th Okinawa International Movie Festival! tag:www.okinawastory.jp,2012:/en/news//6.718 2012-01-18T00:12:45Z 2012-01-18T05:48:36Z "In the 3rd OIMF which was held from Mar... おきなわ物語 http://www.okinawastory.jp/ okinawamonogatari950x310en.jpg


"In the 3rd OIMF which was held from March 18th to 27th and attracted approximately 310,000
people, with the concept of "Yell, Laugh & Peace", we have successfully delivered emotional
ties to all those affected by the Great East Japan Earthquake.

For the 4h OIMF, we are dedicated to provide happiness all over Japan and the world from
Okinawa more than last year. We appreciate that it is a busy time of year for all concerned,
but we would be delighted if you introduce the above information on your media"

Dates:              March 24 - 31, 2012
Venues:            Primary Venue : Okinawa Convention Center (Ginowan City) and other venues in
                        surrounding areas
                        Secondally Venue : Sakurazaka Theater and venues around Kokusai Street (Naha
　　　　　　　　　　 City) and venues in Okinawa prefecture such as Chatan Town
Organizers:       Okinawa International Movie Festival Executive Committee
Management:    Yoshimoto Laugh & Peace Co., Ltd.
Website:          http://www.oimf.jp/en/


]]> Air China launches Okinawa-Beijing flight tag:www.okinawastory.jp,2012:/en/news//6.711 2012-01-12T06:24:27Z 2012-01-30T00:51:51Z Beginning January 11, 2012, Air China wi... おきなわ物語 http://www.okinawastory.jp/ Beginning January 11, 2012, Air China will offer regularly scheduled, nonstop flights between Beijing and Okinawa. Flight numbers are CA831 and CA832.

Flight schedule:

  Flight Numbers Effective Dates Frequency    Departure
  Times		 Arrival
Times
Beijing-Okinawa
      CA831 11 January 2012 to 24 March 2012    Wed., Sat.          08:20      12:30
Okinawa-Beijing       CA832 11 January 2012 to 24 March 2012    Wed., Sat.          13:30      16:10

* Aircraft: Boeing B737-800

All times listed are local times.

This flight information is provided for reference only. Actual flight times may vary. Please check with Air China to confirm the actual flight schedule on the date of your departure.


Please visit Air China website www.airchina.com for more information.]]> 2012 Whale Watching Tour tag:www.okinawastory.jp,2011:/en/news//6.416 2011-12-22T02:12:58Z 2011-12-29T04:32:10Z Don't miss this chance to go out on a wh... おきなわ物語 http://www.okinawastory.jp/ Don't miss this chance to go out on a whale watching tour!kujira_image.jpg
Kerama sea is only about 30 km (about 19 miles) away from
Naha, so hop on a tour boat and be thrilled to see exciting
jumps, dynamic dance,and sweet singing of the gigantic
ocean mammals in front of your eyes!

>>> 2012 Whale Watching Tour

 

 

 

]]> Please check our trip plans and start planning your visit. tag:www.okinawastory.jp,2011:/en/news//6.694 2011-12-22T01:57:26Z 2012-01-30T00:58:06Z Boasting world-class coral reefs and nin... おきなわ物語 http://www.okinawastory.jp/
Okinawa Trip Plans
http://www.okinawastory.jp/en/special/okinawa_trip_plan/

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]]> the 2012 Calendar is here! tag:www.okinawastory.jp,2011:/en/news//6.704 2011-12-18T04:10:27Z 2012-01-30T00:52:22Z January calendar for you to download! In... おきなわ物語 http://www.okinawastory.jp/ January calendar for you to download! In Okinawa, the cute cherry blossoms begin to bloom from the Northern Okinawa Main Island from the end of January. Click and download the large size. enjoy and happy new year!


January 2012

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]]> Business hours during the year-end and New Year's season tag:www.okinawastory.jp,2010:/en/news//6.379 2011-12-15T01:00:29Z 2011-12-15T09:35:40Z New Year is the most important holiday i... おきなわ物語 http://www.okinawastory.jp/ New Year is the most important holiday in Japan. Most businesses shut down from January 1 to January 3, and families typically gather to spend the days together. Please check the business hours before visiting the facilities.

Business hours during the year-end and New Year's season. 

]]> 2011-2012 Holiday Lights in Okinawa tag:www.okinawastory.jp,2011:/en/news//6.653 2011-12-02T10:49:05Z 2011-12-22T02:16:44Z As holidays are approaching, Okinawa isl... おきなわ物語 http://www.okinawastory.jp/ Fantastic scenery of beautiful lights that can only be experienced on the peaceful and quiet islands awaits you.
Here is a list of popular places to go to see holiday illuminations in Okinawa.

2011-2012 Holiday Illumination in Okinawa
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]]> December calendar tag:www.okinawastory.jp,2011:/en/news//6.668 2011-12-01T06:37:52Z 2011-12-02T01:27:07Z December calendar for you to download! C... おきなわ物語 http://www.okinawastory.jp/ December calendar for you to download! Click and download the large size.

December 2011

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]]> ASIANA AIRLINES offers daily service to Okinawa starting from 01 Dec 2011. tag:www.okinawastory.jp,2011:/en/news//6.667 2011-12-01T05:03:49Z 2011-12-01T05:13:26Z ASIANA AIRLINES from 01 DEC, 2011 is inc... おきなわ物語 http://www.okinawastory.jp/
Schedule:

OZ172 ICN 09:20 - 11:35 OKA Daily  
OZ171 OKA 12:40 - 15:00 ICN Daily
( December 01, 2011 - March 24, 2012 )

The flight schedule displayed adove is subject to change without notice.
Please reconfirm the schedule when you make a reservation.

ASIANA AIRLINES
http://us.flyasiana.com/Global/US/en/index

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]]> November Calendar tag:www.okinawastory.jp,2011:/en/news//6.650 2011-11-02T00:17:40Z 2011-11-02T00:30:08Z November calendar for you to download! C... おきなわ物語 http://www.okinawastory.jp/ November calendar for you to download! Click and download the large size, enjoy : )


November 2011

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