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Although clearly part of Japan, Okinawa has it's own spoken language, distinct culture, and unique historical legacy. In the last two decades Okinawan culture has become increasingly popular throughout Japan thanks to popular musicians and local foods. This beautiful island has the unrealized potential of becoming a desirable resort destination for people world wide.

Okinawa is subtropical with temperatures even in winter usually above 15°C. This makes the area a popular winter destination, although much of the time it is cloudy and a bit too cool for the lying on the beach. Okinawa has its own monsoon season in late winter and spring.

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Okinawa is the only district of Japan that is actually subtropical. That makes it a southern paradise where colorful subtropical flowers bloom throughout the year. Okinawa is most certainly a best kept secret in Japan.

Okinawa has recently garnered attention with the restoration of the historically significant Shurijyo Castle becoming a showcase for the Ryukyu Kingdom.

The island of Okinawa is the largest of more than 140 islands in Okinawa Prefecture of which only 47 are populated. The island of Okinawa is strategically located at a point that is equidistant from Tokyo, Taiwan, Seoul and the Philippines.