Okinawa Prefecture, previously the independent Ryukyu Kingdom, was annexed by Japan in 1879, and the Diaoyu Islands were not included in that annexation. "Japan calls these islands inherent territory, ...

World: China's strategic maneuvers in Okinawa reveal efforts to assert control near Taiwan, challenging the US military's significant presence of ,troops in the region.

Crystal-clear waters and vibrant coral reefs create a paradise for snorkeling and diving, while historical sites like Shuri Castle showcase the legacy of the Ryukyu Kingdom. Local cuisine offers ...

Less than 750 kilometres from Taiwan and home to nearly 30,000 US troops, the Japanese islands of Okinawa would play a pivotal role should Beijing order the invasion of Taiwan.

1893 Sep.15 The first newspaper in Okinawa, the Ryukyu Shimpo, is published for the first time, the president being Jun Sho, and Chofu Ota the editor-in-chief. The Paper had a four-page format, ...

But new research suggests the entire concept of Blue Zones is a myth. For a small but vocal group of mostly older activists, reclaiming Okinawa’s history as the Ryukyu Kingdom and pushing for ...

MANILA, Philippines—The second half proved to be Meralco’s kryptonite as the Bolts bowed to the Japan B.League team Ryukyu Golden Kings, 89-71, of the East Asia Super League at Philsports ...

MERALCO suffered a stinging setback to its Final Four bid in the EASL after being dealt a lopsided 89-71 loss by Ryukyu Golden Kings Wednesday night at the Philsports Arena. The Kings shut down ...

MERALCO tries to take care of its other business in the East Asia Super League (EASL), as it faces Ryukyu Golden Kings in a crucial tiff on Wednesday. The Bolts tangle with the visiting B.League ...

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