Parking/Transit to get a 2yr old to the Naha Tug of War?
After missing the last big festival due to being unable to walk a few miles with a 2yr…
E-commerce platforms
My partner and I are moving to Okinawa next week, and I'm looking for some recommendations as we…
Spouse employment recommendations
My husband and I moved to Okinawa last year on my orders. He is a nurse but is…
Online Ferry Booking Process
I've just booked tickets for Tomari Port–> Tokashiki, and back online. I've received the "Boarding reservation registration notice"…
BJJ gyms
Keen on doing some no gi in Naha. Any recommendations for drop ins that are tourist/English friendly? by…
Miyakojima v Oki
Oki is my shorthand for mainland Okinawa prefecture. Miyakojima, it’s my first time here. Beautiful swimmable beaches with…
Disaster in Ishikawa
Heartbreaking to watch the aftermath of the disastrous flooding there. Family searching the riverbed for the body of…
Self service car wash
Is there any self service car wash like the one close to the Rycom Mall where you can…
Base Tours
Hi All, Visiting early next year and was interested to know if there are any organized tours of…
Prices for snorkeling and scuba diving?
I'm going there in November and want to see some animals. I have some very basic snorkel kit…
planning a trip to okinawa in 2025, when is safe to catch cherry blossoms?
thinking of going either late jan (last week of jan) or mid feb, which one is safer? worried…
SOFA member buying used car with japanese license plate
I am hoping to buy a car with a japanese license plate as a SOFA member. Does anyone…