OKINAWA
"While Japan declared Okinawa a prefecture in 1879, this ancient "Kingdom of the Ryukyus" retains its own unique language, culture and cuisine.
The group of islands in the Ryukyu archipelago that encompasses Okinawa lies southwest of mainland Japan in the East China Sea. Its capital city, Naha, is a two-hour flight from Tokyo, Hong Kong, Seoul, Shanghai, Taipei or Manila. Although people on the main island of Okinawa speak what is known as Okinawan, dialects on the other 43 inhabited islands differ considerably.
Its sub-tropical climate keeps Okinawa balmy even when neighboring countries are in the dead of winter. Okinawa's pristine white beaches, stunning coral and array of brilliantly colored flowers make the islands an ideal resort destination. In fact, Okinawa is in the same latitude zone as other famous beaches including Florida, Hawaii and the Bahamas.
Okinawan cooking is generally spicier than Japanese food, and is more heavily influenced by Chinese cooking styles. Pork is a dominant ingredient in Okinawan cuisine, along with local seafood and native tropical vegetables and fruits."
(Taken from AmeriForce Magazine)
~Okinawan Language Lesson~
Hello................Chuu Wuganabira, Moshi Moshi
Goodbye......................................Guburii Sabira
My Name Is - ........................................ - yaibiin
I Don't Understand.........................Wakayabiran
Please Write It Down.........Kachi Kwimisheebiri
Excuse Me/Sorry........................Guburii Sabitan
Thank You...................................Nifee Deebiiru
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