Unique to Okinawa and often referred to as the Ryukyuan cuisine, traditional Okinawan food culture embraces its ingredients, cooking methods, customs, and various other aspects of local life. At its root lie the appreciations toward the climate and natural resources of the islands, the spirit of treasuring the ties and bonds within the family, relatives, and community, the influences from both Japan and China, and other countries. You can enjoy the diverseness of Okinawan food culture when you v

16K views · 286 reactions | These are some of the foods you MUST EAT on your next trip to Okinawa, Japan. Watch the full video here: https://goo.gl/YtwJhd | TabiEats | Facebook

8K views · 412 reactions | Okinawa Soba is a type of soul food for the people of Japan's southermost island. This classic noodle soup is bursting with umami from stewed pork belly, fish cake, chopped green onion, and red pickled ginger all in a hearty broth. RECIPE ▶️ justonecookbook.com/okinawa-soba/ | Just One Cookbook | Facebook