#ocean expo park

[jetsettermac]

churaumi aquarium & ocean expo park, okinawa | july 2, 2023

motobu, ocean expo park, churaumi aquarium, motobu orion hotel

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[philiprappaport]

Ocean Expo Park, Motobu, Okinawa

East China Sea and Minna Island seen from the grounds of Royal View Hotel Churaumi

Sunset from Ocean Expo Park

[vintagelasvegas]

Sands Hotel & Casino '52-'96

Sands, December 1952

Kit Carson Club ('46-'50) Kit Carson Motel ('46-'63) La Lue nightclub ('50-'51)

'46: Kit Carson Club opened by H. Bynum, D. Anderson, G. Frisbee on US Hwy 91 outside of Las Vegas, adjacent to Kit Carson Motel. The club will later become LaRue nightclub, then the Garden Room of the Sands Hotel.

'50: Kit Carson Club reopened as LaRue nightclub opened by Billy Wilkerson, Nola Hahn, 12/23/50.

'51: LaRue closed by summer. Mack Kufferman buys LaRue, and hires architect Wayne McAllister to build around the existing club. Kuffman and partners apply for gaming license. The project is called Sands by 12/51.

Sands ('52-'96)

'52: Kufferman gaming license denied in Apr., sells to Jake Freedman (RG 4/9/52, RG 6/13/52). Partners running the Sands are B. Barron, E. Levinson (casino manager), S. Wyman, J. Entratter (showroom & restaurants). Hidden partners are believed to include J. Stacher, M. Lansky. Sands road sign designed by McAllister, built by YESCO. Sands opens 12/15/52 with 200 rooms in five buildings arranged in Y-shaped layout. The guest wings are named after race tracks: Arlington Park, Belmont Park, Haileah, Rockingham Park, Santa Anita. Three other wings of equal size were added circa ’53-54 (two were named Churchill Downs, Hollywood Park), another by ’58, and larger wing by ’60. The total room count in ’60 was 465.

'53: Frank Sinatra plays his first engagement at the Sands and becomes two percent owner in Oct; Carl Cohen joins the Sands as shareholder and casino manager in Oct.

'54: Sign modification: Second reader board added below the main board, Feb or earlier. Antonio Morelli joins the Sands as musical director for the Copa in Jul.

'55: Sands partners assume control of the Dunes in Sep. They sell the Dunes in four months later.

'58: Jake Freedman dies 1/19/58; Jack Entratter becomes Sands president.

'59: Sign modification: Attraction board attached to the sign, Feb or earlier. Baccarat begins at the Sands. Sands acquires the former Orinda Motel, property to the south, used for expansion of the Sands parking lot.

'60: Sinatra, Dean Martin, Sammy Davis Jr, Peter Lawford, and Joey Bishop (the "Rat Pack") are first billed together in the Copa in Jan-Feb. during the filming of Ocean's 11. Senator John F. Kennedy visits during the Democratic primary campaign.

'63: Opening of Aqueduct hotel wing (83 rm) in Apr. Julius Gabrielle, architect (RJ 4/28/63). Sinatra surrenders ownership 10/7/63.

'64: Sands acquires the former Kit Carson Motel; Belmont and Arlington buildings (base of the Y) moved southward to accommodate construction of a hotel tower.

'65: Second sign in Aug; tower completed late in the year and officially opened Jan. ’66. Martin Stern Jr, architect.

'67: Howard Hughes buys the Sands, 7/23/67. Sinatra leaves his Sands residency after confrontation with Cohen, 9/11/67.

'69: Dean Martin leaves Sands to join Riviera.

'71: Entratter dies, 3/8/71.

'73: Cohen leaves the Sands, Jan. '73.

'80: Inns of America buys the Sands from Hughes heirs Summa Corp in Oct.

'82: Third sign, new porte-cochère, marking the completion of remodeling effort including new Copa room, 1/15/82.

'83: Summa Corp reassumes control of the Sands, 4/5/83.

'88: Kirk Kerkorian buys the Sands in Jan. Kerkorian sells to Interface Group led by Sheldon Addison in Apr.

'90: Sands Expo and Convention Center opens.

'94: Remodeling of the casino.

'96: Sands closes 6/30/96. Tower demolished 11/26/96.

Photos of the Sands

Sources include David G. Schwartz. At the Sands: The Casino That Shaped Classic Las Vegas, Brought the Rat Pack Together, and Went Out With a Bang. December 1952 photo courtesy of Slidetreasurehunt.

Construction of the sign, 1952. The pylon sign pedestal was 56’ high, 21’ wide, with the S at 34’ tall. Design by Wayne McAllister, fabricated and installed by Young Electric Sign Co. Photo: YESCO Corporate Records (MS-00403), UNLV Special Collections & Archives.

Opens Dec 15. Danny Thomas, Connie Rusell, Lou Wills Jr, Ray Sinatra Orchestra. Nevada State Museum, Las Vegas, 0007-0345.

Aerial view of Kit Carson Motel and the Sands, '62

[marvelstoriesepic]

“Anything with avenger bucky or 40s bucky!” @revsarahc

Thank you for your comment!! ♡

I’ve decided I’ll give you a sneak peek into 40s!Bucky :)

Basically, the scene will take place at the Stark expo, a day before Bucky’s departure. He gets there with Steve and reader since they’ve been friends for years now. Bucky, the ladies man he is, however has a date waiting for him and Steve, and reader isn’t happy, since she thought this would be the night she got to spend together with only her best friends. It’s Bucky’s last night here after all. And Bucky seemingly never thinks to organize a date for her as well, so she’s not able to shove down that jealousy she’s been feeling for so long now and Bucky doesn’t understand what’s going on. But he’s not stopping at anything when his best girl is upset.

Here is a little snippet. It’s a little flashback of their first meeting at Cony Island. Steve just puked into the bin beside the bench reader is sitting on and Bucky comes looking for him:

“Steve, there you are,” the voice exclaimed, relief evident in the breath he let out. You were prompted to turn your head and come face to face with the newcomer. He was tall, much taller than Steve; with disheveled, chestnut brown hair and flushed cheeks, likely from searching the park for his friend.

Though what took you in were his eyes. That vibrant shade of blue that seemed to hold the essence of the oceans depths. They were eyes, that drew you in, captivating and mesmerizing, leaving an indelible impression long after the initial gaze had passed.

Well that was what you guessed, because he hadn’t diverted his gaze from you since he noticed you.

Not even when asking Steve if he was okay.

“All good, Buck. Y/n here helped out.” Steve replied, gesturing towards you.

“So, Y/n it is.”

It will still go through some changes in further process but I enjoyed this bit so much! 🌸

WIP Game

[drstonetrivia]

Chapter 232 Trivia (Part 1)

This is it… The final chapter.

The Perseus and American planes get one final appearance, in color!

They must have landed a ways away from shore since Senku caught a fish, but the new Perseus isn't an aircraft carrier so how far did the plane fly?

I wonder if Charlotte is piloting it…

The choice of a land vs water return has historically depended on the geography of the country sending the rocket up: Russia has a lot of land, so the Soyuz capsules are made for land, and the US is surrounded by water so they've traditionally used that instead.

Since Treasure Island is an island, they opted for a water landing. Both types of landing have advantages and disadvantages, it just depends on which risks you'd rather take.

The Soyuz capsules Byakuya's team came down on are designed for both water and land, but because they don't have the same flotation devices that the Apollo ones have, they can't right themselves after landing. The capsules naturally float anyways.

In Senku's case, the top flotation devices weren't needed, but it's odd that the buoyancy ring was already inflated upon touchdown— wouldn't the impact make them burst, or flip the capsule upside down? It's also unusual that they'd exit before the recovery vehicle reached them.

Maybe they were worried about Ryusui-the-stowaway using up all the air inside so they decided to open it early?

We can't be sure of where they touched down since there's not enough landmass shown to identify anything, but given the celebration was held in Japan and the Perseus came to pick them up, it's a fair assumption that they landed in a similar area to the original Soyuz Six.

I'm sure most people have noticed how Kohaku has fallen asleep on the stage and Stanley is going through a nicotine withdrawal/acting as if it was a proper military medal ceremony, but I doubt most people noticed that Ryusui is actually meant to be 7 cm taller than Stanley…

Everyone's asking who this girl is, but I genuinely think she's just a random extra person, unless Boichi decided to recolor Kohaku with brown hair just to throw us off one last time. Another guess is that she's the girl with glasses from the 1st light novel, but without glasses.

It appears the villager criteria has expanded even further past simply allowing outsiders— outer space is now fair game! Their new friend is officially a member of Ishigami Village!

The bar in the middle of the E is also missing in E=mc², which I guess is a pretty E-Z mistake to make haha!

(Since it's now c=mc² does that mean we can simplify to m=1/c? 🤔 )

The area reminds me of the DARPA expo in the national park rather than Corn City, so it may be a new town based around where the Americans had originally revived. It has a defensive wall which is unusual, so it may be a military research base or to protect against wolf attacks.

I'm also a little disappointed they opted for cars and roads rather than trains, especially leaving the town, since America is very well suited for a rail network.

This plane is unlikely to be the piston-type propeller plane that we saw earlier, but rather a turboprop: a propeller in front of a jet engine, Xeno's specialty. These types of engines are better for short flights (<480 km) because they're more efficient over short distances.

Because of the slower travel, they can handle shorter runways better, but I'm not sure that's much of a problem when landing on the ocean.

Traditional jets are better for long distances like, say, the 8,500 km journey Gen took to get from America to Japan.

Did Francois and Gen leave Suika at the airport!?

Gen could be talking about the old outfit design, or, because the leather didn't fully deteriorate in the 7.5 year time skip (we can see this from some of the other outfits), it could literally be the same outfit from the Stone Wars, but patched up a little.

I assume this was because Francois is a more important character, but they could have gotten Carlos, the driver by trade, to bring Gen to the wedding.

Though he probably didn't want to leave miss Luna alone…

Hair grows ~6in/15cm per year, and the average women's head size is 8.6in/21cm, so assuming Yuzuriha didn't cut too much off, her hair grew around 10.9 in/27.7cm, therefore 2 years have passed.

This isn't perfect because Mirai's hair didn't grow as long, but it's an estimate!

These people are Yuzuriha's parents (despite the father's striking resemblance to Taiju), since Taiju's parents are long dead.

Another shooting stance comparison! Stanley is obviously cool and using only one hand, but Yo is using two hands. The number of hands doesn't affect accuracy, but cops are generally trained to use two hands since it's more stable when firing consecutive bullets.

(Next part)

[lisagiaandrews]

Shanghai Bucket List: 20 Epic Things to Do in Shanghai, China

Take a night walk along the west bank of the Huangpu River or take a night cruise to admire the stunning city lights of The Bund.

Climb up iconic skyscrapers such as the Shanghai Tower or the Oriental Pearl TV Tower for a panoramic view of the city.

Visit the Shanghai Museum in Huangpu to learn about ancient Chinese art and history. The museum has a large collection of exquisite bronzes, ceramics, paintings and other cultural relics.

Explore the French Concession area to experience local life and uncover hidden historical treasures.

Explore the world of science at the Shanghai Science and Technology Museum, which is especially suitable for learning and entertainment with children.

Visit City God Temple, in addition to Yu Garden, the surrounding City God Temple is also a popular place for tourists, where there are many traditional arts and crafts shops and food stalls.

Experience the nightlife of Xintiandi and enjoy a night out in Shanghai at the bars and clubs in the area.

Experience the alley culture of old Shanghai in Tianzifang. This is an old alley converted into an art and shopping area, full of literary atmosphere.

Visit Disneyland for a family-friendly trip and a day of theme park fun.

Go to the shopping paradise - Nanjing Road, where you can choose from a variety of products.

Taste the authentic Shanghai food, such as Xiaolongbao, Sheng Jian bao, crab bean curd, etc., to feel the food culture of Shanghai.

Walk along the Suzhou River, where the renovation shows the renewal and development of Shanghai. There are art installations and leisure Spaces along the river.

Watch a Peking Opera or Yue Opera performance and feel the charm of Chinese opera in a traditional theater.

Ride the maglev train, the world's fastest commercially operated train, from Pudong Airport to the city in just a few minutes.

Visit the Shanghai Grand Theatre in People's Square, a modern building that is one of Shanghai's iconic cultural facilities and regularly hosts world-class shows and concerts.

Visit Xujiahui, one of Shanghai's commercial centers, which is home not only to modern shopping malls, but also to historic Catholic churches and museums.

Visit the Expo site. Although the Expo has ended, many national pavilions have been converted into museums and exhibition halls and are still worth seeing.

Visit the Shanghai Ocean Aquarium: Located in Lujiazui, it displays Marine life from all over the world and is especially suitable for families.

Take a day trip to Zhujiajiao, a water town near Shanghai, to admire its canals, ancient Bridges and classical architecture.

Ride or walk around Chongming Island to enjoy the natural scenery and get away from the hustle and bustle of the city.

[tonguetyd]

Okay we don't really have mascots and such like you guys do, but we have this little guy. Meet Gil 🩵

He's a water drop 🥹💧

(Was the mascot for our internal expo in '98 - ocean themed - and up until somewhat recently, the mascot for our oceanarium. He's been replaced for a real-boy mascot character thingy, but his big-ass statues are still spread on this park. I used to say hi to him every morning while taking my driver's license 🥹💧)

I would fuckin die for Gil

HES JUST A LIL WATER DROP. A WET LIL GUY (we really are not beating the sad wet cat man lover allegations)

Thank you thank you thank you thank you for introducing us, I’m going to cry over his lil wave hair flip

[joancoyeantarctica]

Days 1-4: Buenos Aires, Argentina

Our trip to Antarctica officially kicks off in Buenos Aires - and having never been there, decided few extra days to explore was in order.

January 11

Arriving late at the lovely Alvear Icon Hotel in the restored waterfront neighborhood of Puerto Madero was a relief after the LONG travel day from Orlando, through Panama. Overlooking the Dique River and South Atlantic Ocean, our huge room exuded old world comfort.

A 78 degree sunny day - perfect for an overview of this new city on our Bike Tour. Three hours later we had seen the Opera House, Eva Perón building, their "Washington Monument", and learned much about the dramatic and salacious political history of Argentina. Most enjoyable was cruising through the lush nature preserve in the city center, Reserva Ecológica, with a stop to drink Matcha, taste an Alpha Whore (small chocolate cake) and learn about Tango,

Dinner at the rooftop restaurant of our hotel offered a panoramic view of Buenos Aires......as well as delicious Argentinian Malbec!

January 12

I love a good outdoor market and the Feria Plaza Francia did not disappoint. Primarily comprised of artisans displaying jewelry, paintings, small sculptures, leather goods, and hand crocheted items, the +100 stalls wound around a lovely park. As suitcase space is tight for this trip, I left with just two pair of hand crafted earrings.

Next stop for me was the Museo Moderno to view their large collection of modern and contemporary art. My favorite expo was an immersive project which included paintings, drawings and sculptures - both tiny and colossal in scale- in a series of rooms draped in painted and stitched textiles. The creator of this colorful and creative installation was a young Argentinian artist, Celine Eceiza. Totally unique, impressive and exuded happiness.

[familyhybridcaravan]

Caravans for Sale in Bendigo: Your Comprehensive Guide

Bendigo, a bustling city in central Victoria, is not only known for its rich history and cultural charm but also as a gateway to some of Australia's best road trip adventures. Whether you’re a seasoned traveler or a family looking to embark on your first journey, finding the perfect caravan is a key step. This guide explores what you need to know about caravans for sale in Bendigo, ensuring you’re road-ready for your next adventure.

Why Choose a Caravan in Bendigo?

1. Ideal Location for Travelers

Bendigo is perfectly situated for exploring Victoria and beyond. With scenic drives to destinations like the Murray River, Grampians, and Great Ocean Road, it’s a prime spot for caravan enthusiasts to begin their journey.

2. Variety of Options

Bendigo offers a diverse range of caravans for sale, catering to all needs—from compact models for solo adventurers to luxurious family caravans.

3. Supportive Community and Services

The region has a strong caravanning community, offering resources such as repair shops, caravan parks, and local dealers to support your purchase and travels.

What to Consider When Buying a Caravan

1. New vs. Used Caravans

New Caravans: Perfect for buyers seeking the latest technology, warranties, and a fresh start.

Used Caravans: Often more affordable and pre-equipped with essentials, but ensure a thorough inspection before purchasing.

2. Size and Features

Think about how many people the caravan needs to accommodate.

Look for features such as kitchenettes, bathrooms, air conditioning, and solar panels.

3. Budget and Financing Options

Set a budget and explore financing options offered by dealerships in Bendigo.

4. Towing Capacity

Ensure your vehicle is capable of towing the caravan safely, considering its weight when fully loaded.

Where to Find Caravans for Sale in Bendigo

1. Local Dealerships

Bendigo is home to reputable caravan dealers offering both new and pre-owned models. Visiting dealerships allows you to see models in person, ask questions, and explore customization options.

2. Private Sellers

Private sales often provide budget-friendly options. Check local classifieds, online marketplaces, and community noticeboards for listings.

3. Caravan Shows

Keep an eye out for caravan expos or shows in Bendigo or nearby towns. These events are excellent for comparing multiple brands and models in one place.

Top Caravan Models to Consider

Pop-Tops: Lightweight and easy to tow, ideal for first-time buyers or short trips.

Full-Sized Caravans: Spacious and equipped with all the comforts of home, perfect for families.

Off-Road Caravans: Built for adventurers, these are rugged and capable of handling Australia’s toughest terrains.

Camper Trailers: A compact and budget-friendly option for those who enjoy minimalist travel.

Caravan Maintenance Tips

Regularly inspect tires, brakes, and lights for wear and tear.

Keep seals and joints watertight to avoid leaks.

Clean the interior and exterior after trips, especially if you’ve been on dusty or muddy roads.

Service your caravan annually to ensure it remains in top condition.

[worldsandemanations]

Ocean Expo Park, Okinawa.

[whitepolaris]

Aquatic Anamolies

The Tragedy of Tommy Turtle

In times of war, mistakes are sometimes made. Individuals, especially outsiders, can be misidentified. Inevitably, innocents can be killed. Alas, it's a sad truth that such a fate befell one large and luckless leatherback turtle during World War II.

Tommy Turtle, as he was named postmortem, was a prodigious specimen: more than six feet long, three feet wide, and weighing about one hundred pounds. He was more than likely lost as he swam through the Columbia River one late summer day in 1942. Leatherbacks, the only sea turtles lacking a shell, are concentrated mostly in the Atlantic Ocean off of Florida and equatorial America. They exist in the Pacific Ocean in lesser numbers, but usually nowhere near the western United States. A stranger in a strange land, Tommy was confused by a boatload of fishermen, who mistook him for a small Japanese submarine as he swam just below the surface.

The patriotic fishermen, intent on defending the Northwest from Emperor's Hirohito's navy, grabbed their guns and opened fire on unfortunate Tommy. Realizing their error as blood gushed from his dark ridged back, they did the only thing they could: hoisted him aboard, took him into port, and cut him into turtle steaks.

A newsletter from the Tongue Point Naval Air Station in Astoria aptly concluded: "This is the unromantic end of Tommy Turtle, whose first visit to the Pacific Northwest ended so disastrously for him."

Of Pacu and Piranha

The pacu is a South American freshwater fish, a herbivore cousin to the piranha. The two look similar-flat and oval-shaped, with prominent teeth-although pacu are considerably larger (they can grow up to about a yard long). Pacu teeth are not pointed, like those of piranha, but they can be just as sharp; they can break open seeds and nuts that fall into the water and chew hard vegetation. When confronted with an unfamiliar, potentially edible morsel, pacu harbor no aversion to an experimental nibble. In other words, while they're not as dangerous as piranha, they nay still bite flesh, should they be curious as to whether it suits their diet.

Given the pacu's South American origins, it's surprising and a bit alarming that at least two have been caught in Oregon waters.

In September 1998, Greg Asplund reeled one in while pond fishing at Jackson County's Expo Park. He'd noticed it in the pond beforehand and thought it to be a bass or a crappie. But there was something-if you'll pardon the pun-fishy about the way it chased smaller fish. It seemed overly aggressive.

Upon closer inspection after catch it. Asplund was sure he'd caught a piranha. It was only after taking it to the Oregon State Police, who then turned it over to the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife, that this piscine puzzler was properly pegged as a pacu.

A similar catch was made by fourteen-year-old Nicole Wells in August 2004 at Round Lake in Camas. She was taken aback by the mean-looking teeth on a foot-long fish she caught. Her mother strongly suspected it was a piranha, but a manager at a tropical fish store later identified it as a pacu.

In August 2003, another young fisherman, Jason McGinnis, caught a piranha in Milwaukee's Johnson Creek. He got the scar to prove it, as the pacu's carnivorous cousin bit him on the finger while he was removing the hook. Nevertheless, the fourteen-year-old kept the fish, hoping to sell it.

It isn't hard to figure out how these out-of-towners got into Oregon's waters. Both pacu and piranha are readily available in some pet shops. When their owners get bored with them, or pacu grow too big to keep in a fish tank, they're sometimes dumped into the wild. Cold water in the fall and winter will eventually kill either fish. In warm summer water, however, they'll gladly try out the local cuisine!

[konradnews]

Ocean Expo Park, Okinawa, launches approximately 10,000 fireworks at "Ocean Expo Park Summer Festival".

Ocean Expo Park (424 Ishikawa, Motobu-cho, Kunigami-gun, Okinawa Prefecture) will hold the “Ocean Expo Park Summer Festival 2024 – 46th Ocean Expo Park Fireworks Festival” from July 13 to 15. The 46th Ocean Expo Park Fireworks Festival will be held on July 13 from 8:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., launching approximately 10,000 fireworks. The event will feature the prefecture’s first illuminated ball and…

[progetto-geografia]

Okinawa

Iniziamo dicendo che la lingua ufficiale è il giapponese.

Si trova a 29 ore da noi ed è 7 ore in avanti nel fuso orario.

Cosa dire per rappresentarlo meglio?

Quando si parla di Okinawa molti pensano soltanto all'isola principale ma in realtà l'arcipelago di Okinawa (Okinawa Shoto in giapponese) è composto da più di 160 isole, quasi tutte molto piccole e solo 49 abitate.

Possiamo dividere l'arcipelago in tre grandi gruppi di isole:

L'isola principale di Okinawa dove c'è Naha, il maggiore centro abitato della Prefettura di Okinawa, e le isole intorno (Okinawa Honto). Tra queste ci sono le Isole Kerama(Zamami, Aka e Tokashiki) e Kume.

L'isola di Miyako (o Miyakojima) e le piccole isole circostanti (Miyako Retto).

Le Isole Yaeyama che includono Ishigaki, Iriomote e Taketomi (Yaeyama Retto).

Questa è l’immagine dell’intera Okinawa

Cosa vedere nella prefettura di Okinawa? Dei consigli?

1)castello Shuri

2) Acquario Churaumi

3) Memoriale della Seconda Guerra Mondiale

4) Giardino Shikinaen

5) Cascata Hiji

6) Ocean expo Park

7) Villaggio Ryukyu (Ryukyu Mura)

1 castello Shuri

Il Castello di Shuri, situato nella prefettura di Okinawa, è un importante tesoro storico e culturale del Giappone. Costruito nel XIV secolo, è stato il centro politico e amministrativo del regno di Ryukyu. Dopo essere stato distrutto durante la Seconda Guerra Mondiale, è stato restaurato e ora è un sito UNESCO. Il castello è caratterizzato da magnifici giardini, ponti e strutture tradizionali, che offrono ai visitatori uno sguardo sulla ricca storia e cultura delle isole Ryukyu. È un luogo imperdibile per chi visita Okinawa, con la possibilità di ammirare la bellezza architettonica e apprendere la storia di questa affascinante regione.

IMPORTANTE: il castello è stato gravemente danneggiato da un incendio il 31 Ottobre 2019. Le autorità hanno intenzione di recuperarlo entro il 2026.

2 acquario Churaumi

L’Acquario di Churaumi, ubicato nella prefettura di Okinawa, è uno dei più grandi acquari pubblici del mondo. Tra le principali attrazioni dell’acquario c’è il tank Kuroshio, il secondo più grande al mondo, dove i visitatori possono ammirare lo spettacolo di grandi squali e mante nell’enorme vasca. L’acquario ospita anche la più grande collezione di coralli in esposizione al pubblico in Giappone e un’ampia varietà di creature marine locali ed esotiche. L’Acquario di Churaumi è una destinazione imperdibile per chi visita Okinawa e per gli appassionati della fauna marina di tutto il mondo.

3 Memoriale della seconda guerra mondiale

Il Memoriale della Seconda Guerra Mondiale a Okinawa è un luogo di profonda importanza storica e culturale. L’Okinawa Memorial Park ospita il Peace Prayer Park, dove si trova un imponente monumento in memoria dei caduti durante la Seconda Guerra Mondiale. Il museo consente ai visitatori di scoprire gli orrori della guerra, con esposizioni di armi, equipaggiamenti militari e una dettagliata ricostruzione delle battaglie tra alleati e giapponesi. Il Memoriale della Seconda Guerra Mondiale a Okinawa è una tappa importante per chi visita l’isola, per onorare la memoria delle vittime della guerra e imparare dalle lezioni del passato.

4 Giardino Shikinaen

Il giardino Shikinaen a Okinawa è un’attrazione imperdibile per gli amanti della natura e dell’arte giapponese. Era originariamente destinato a essere la residenza estiva dei re del Regno di Ryukyu. Il giardino è noto per la sua fusione tra il paesaggio naturale e le sculture architettoniche giapponesi, in cui elementi tradizionali si combinano armoniosamente con influenze cinesi. Alcune delle caratteristiche principali del giardino includono il lago artificiale, le cascate, le sculture e le piante rare. Il giardino Shikinaen rappresenta una preziosa eredità architectonica di Okinawa.

5 Cascata Hiji

La cascata Hiji a Okinawa è un paradiso naturale che offre una fuga dalla vita urbana. Situata nella regione di Yambaru, questa cascata incantevole regala una vista spettacolare e un’atmosfera serena. Circondata da una lussureggiante foresta tropicale, la cascata Hiji offre anche la possibilità di fare escursioni e godersi la natura circostante. Le acque cristalline e la cascata che cade dall’alto creano un ambiente rilassante e suggestivo. Un’esperienza da non perdere per chi desidera ritrovare la calma e la bellezza della natura durante la visita a Okinawa.

6 Ocean Expo Park

L’Ocean Expo Park a Okinawa è un luogo che rispecchia la bellezza marina della regione del nord dell’isola. Esteso su un’area di 2,5 km², questo splendido parco offre numerose attrazioni come lo spettacolare acquario Churaumi, uno dei più grandi del mondo. Il parco ospita anche un museo dedicato alla vita marina, un’isola tropicale con vegetazione lussureggiante, un giardino di orchidee e una torre panoramica. L’Ocean Expo Park è un’esperienza emozionante e educativa che unisce la natura e la cultura di Okinawa, rendendolo un must per i visitatori.

7 Villaggio Ryukyu (Ryukyu Mura)

Il Villaggio Ryukyu, noto anche come Ryukyu Mura, è un’esperienza culturale immersiva situata nell’isola di Okinawa. Questo affascinante villaggio storico offre ai visitatori un’opportunità unica di immergersi nella tradizione e nella cultura di Okinawa. Qui è possibile scoprire artigianato locale, spettacoli di danze tradizionali, costumi antichi e anche partecipare a workshop per imparare le antiche arti e mestieri. Il villaggio è un punto di riferimento per preservare e promuovere l’eredità culturale dell’isola, offrendo ai turisti un’esperienza autentica e coinvolgente di Okinawa.

Cosa mangiare di tradizionale?

la particolarità di Okinawa e quanto allungo vivano i suoi cittadini grazie all’ambiente e il cibo del territorio.

Goya Chanpuru (cetriolo amaro con tofu, maiale e uova)

Rafute (pancetta di maiale in salsa di soia e zucchero di canna)

Nakami JIiru (zuppa di maiale e intestino tenue)

Okinawa soba (spaghetti di grano tenero)

Awamori (bevanda alcolica)

Riso Taco (carne macinata con riso, formaggio e salsa)

Umi-Budo (alghe)

Sukugarasu (tofu con pesci salati e sott’aceto)

Tofuyo (tofu fermentato)

Jimami Dofu (budino di arachidi)

Sata Andagi (dolci di pastella)

Zenzai (dessert ai fagioli rossi e gnocchi)

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okinawa

june 30-july 3, 2023

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i conquered my final prefecture: okinawa!

i had two full days in okinawa, so the first day i spent in naha. i visited naminoue shrine to get my goshuin, rested a bit in the hotel, then ventured out to tomigusuku to the former japanese navy underground bunker. i didn't take many photos in there because it didn't feel right, since a lot of people died and it's a war memorial. however the bunker has an above-ground museum you can wander around before descending into the bunker. going down about 300 meters you can check out clearly marked passageways and rooms that were used during WWII. after that i rested a bit more (it was HOT!!) and then took a stroll down kokusaidori, where i bought some souveniers and tried taco rice!

the second day i had booked a bus tour of northern okinawa. i don't normally enjoy tours as i don't like to be limited, but i immensely enjoyed this bus tour. i feel like the time spent in each place was perfect, and the bus had english audio guide to listen to. on the bus tour we visited kourijima, which is an outlying island near nakijin city, then nakijin itself to visit the nakijin castle ruins, which are a unesco world heritage site. then we had lunch at the motobu orion hotel, and from there had plenty of free time to explore churaumi aquarium and ocean expo park.

okinawa is truly a beautiful place. i especially liked the northern part, with the bus tour. northern okinawa main island has mountains, greens, and oceans of different colors. it was probably the best way to end my 47 prefecture mission.

[gothonabikeinla]

Ok, so CiclaVia decided to go down in my old neighborhood. South Central Los Angeles. It was so crazy to see Vermont with bikes 🚲 it was beautiful. I met up with bike oven homies, had a great time. I found a cool new way to get to Expo Park on my bike. The thing is , a lot of people there suck at driving but I can play PokémonGo in more places. If I need to.

I then biked to Marina Del Rey and had a nice little lunch on boardwalk. Great ocean views.

YeH, the path home and the path to Marina Del Ray stop the park I use, so I did about a 30 mile ride. 😆 good times.

I love biking so much