Yumi Matsumoto lived in Okinawa for 30 years before moving to America last year. She said while Okinawans do emphasize health and community, things are changing with the younger generation. Matsumoto ...

Located south of Japan, Okinawa is a small island that hides a big secret: longevity. The inhabitants of this archipelago live longer than almost anywhere else in the world, with an impressive number ...

There are a group of islands that, for one reason or another, are home to inhabitants with exceptionally long lifespans. The Okinawa islands in Japan have several residents who are centenarians and ...

TOKYO — Japan’s Emperor Naruhito and his family have visited Okinawa to honor the dead ahead of the 80th anniversary of one of the harshest battles of World War II. On what was his seventh visit to ...

The birthplace of karate also holds a deeply rooted connection to spirituality and nature. Here’s how to plan a visit to this stunning island archipelago. The Ryukyu Islands are divided into three ...