Oki Life
Kitten season is here in Okinawa, Japan and the local rescues are suddenly feeling the change of season. There are many common sites in Okinawa from gorgeous beaches, historical castles, but more prevalent, stray cats. Since the start of April, the numbers of strays dangerously...
Here in Okinawa the beaches are beautiful, the events are amazing, and the culture draws you in. Yet, when military personnel receive orders to this gorgeous Island it is not always met with equal excitement. Family and friends must be left behind as...
The return to normalcy is moving slower than expected, and at times it feels like it is rotating backwards. Especially with the newest release of the Guidance in Okinawa, leaving many to feel like nothing will ever go back to normal again, as a number of...
As the only American-run, 100% volunteer based 501 (c)(3) nonprofit animal rescue on island, Okinawa Stray Pet Rescue has the unique opportunity to foster change. Commonly in Okinawa pets are priced high and come from puppy mills that do not always take the...
Living through the heavy restrictions of COVID has been a difficult time for everyone. It is hard imagine having to give up even the simple privileges a person once had before. Two years ago, no one would have ever imagined that they could...
In December of 2019, when the Coronavirus first appeared in China, many failed to grasp its impact. While some did not think it would make it’s way around the world, others believed it all to be just a Hoax. Yet worldwide it has been reported that...
I can’t help but to enjoy a good cocktail. A drink that you can have a couple of sips from without even realizing that you are drinking alcohol. When living in North Carolina, me and a couple friends would finish off our work week with a trip...
Coming to Okinawa is a life altering experience. They have unique opportunities like the chance to visit a Cat Café, which allows for patrons to drink coffee and eat pastries, while they share cuddles with a few friendly strays. For some, there is a...
In honor of the Sakura (Cherry Blossom season), allow me to bring you a cherry themed cocktail. If you have not gotten out to see the beautiful blossoms, check out my post here. For anyone who knows me, my all-time favorite drink is the...
Today, I bring you FAT KID FRIDAY!!! For this Friday, I want to recognize one of my absolute favorite food trucks that I have encountered so far on island. They combine my two absolute favorites, steak and soup, and give me this mind blowing,...