Far from the neon lights of Tokyo, temples and shrines of Kyoto and the Osaka street food scene is Okinawa, Japan’s southernmost — and westernmost — prefecture. Here, expect a slower pace, where the ...

With overtourism putting pressure on major cities like Tokyo, Kyoto and Osaka, Japan is increasingly crowded—making lesser-known destinations such as Okinawa a refreshing alternative.This subtropical ...

Travelers to Japan are looking beyond the usual hotspots like Tokyo, Kyoto and Osaka, thus Okinawa is emerging as an option for visitors who enjoy a tropical climate and “Blue Zone” culinary culture.