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What Does “Nankurunaisa" Really Mean?
“Nankurunaisa” is often translated as “Everything will be okay.” But this well known Okinawan phrase carries a much deeper meaning than simply “don’t worry.” Behind it is a mindset rooted...
What Does “Nankurunaisa" Really Mean?
“Nankurunaisa” is often translated as “Everything will be okay.” But this well known Okinawan phrase carries a much deeper meaning than simply “don’t worry.” Behind it is a mindset rooted...
Why many Okinawans don't go into the ocean duri...
Every year during Okinawa's Obon, many locals avoid going into the ocean. Why? This long held tradition is rooted in Okinawan beliefs about ancestors, spirits, and the deep respect the...
Why many Okinawans don't go into the ocean duri...
Every year during Okinawa's Obon, many locals avoid going into the ocean. Why? This long held tradition is rooted in Okinawan beliefs about ancestors, spirits, and the deep respect the...