by Athens Pellegrino | Feb 6, 2025 | Housing, Moving to Okinawa
Let’s explore living in Sunabe, an off-base neighborhood often referred to as the “Sunabe-Seawall!” The Seawall is a picturesque area stretching about 1.2 miles along the East China Sea. The Seawall was originally built for coastal protection. Its primary purpose was...
by Athens Pellegrino | Feb 4, 2025 | Schools in Okinawa, Moving to Okinawa, Preschool
Santa Monica International School (SMIS) is an excellent academic institution located right outside of Kadena Air Base’s Gate 1, in the Sunabe neighborhood. Santa Monica International School is well-known for offering a unique educational experience with a strong...
by Athens Pellegrino | Dec 10, 2024 | Activities in Okinawa, Shopping in Okinawa
Celebrating your first Christmas in Okinawa? Well, mark your calendars! A Holiday Market will be hosted on 15 December from 11am-4pm at the Crow’s Nest on Camp Shields! The Crow’s Nest is known for its relaxed, casual vibe, and during the holiday season, the space...
by Athens Pellegrino | Nov 5, 2024 | Activities in Okinawa
Thanksgiving in Okinawa is not a traditional holiday the same way it is in the United States. If you want to continue the tradition of thanksgiving in your home you can rest assured- the base commissaries will have all the ingredients that you need. And for those of...
by Athens Pellegrino | Oct 8, 2024 | Shopping in Okinawa
Knowing what BX cosmetics products for special events to buy here in Okinawa can be quite the challenge. The average annual level of humidity in Okinawa, is about 75 percent. This thick humidity and high heat can make it difficult to find the proper cosmetics that can...
