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3 Deeply Unique Accommodations to Stay in Okinawa

I’ll introduce three particularly memorable strange accommodations I’ve stayed at. These spots are especially recommended for solo male travelers looking to keep costs low.
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7 Recommended Okinawa Soba Restaurants

Okinawa is home to a variety of Okinawa soba restaurants, each with its own unique characteristics, offering their own distinct version of the dish.
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Enjoy Exquisite Steaks at Naha’s Historic “Jack’s Steak House”!

Here’s an introduction to "Jack's Steak House," a historic restaurant that’s a must-visit during your trip to Okinawa, offering delicious steaks at affordable prices. Stemming from the influence of the American occupation era, Okinawan steaks are known for their relatively reasonable cost, making them beloved not only by tourists but also by locals as an everyday treat. Established in 1953, this restaurant is recognized as a classic example of Okinawa's B-grade gourmet scene.
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A Retro Bubble-Era Tourist Hotel / Ito Hatoya Hotel

Located in Ito City, Shizuoka Prefecture, Hatoya Hotel is a nostalgic tourist destination that captures the glamour of Japan's bubble era and the warmth of the Showa period. With its luxurious facilities and retro charm, this hotel is ideal for travelers seeking a unique throwback experience. In this article, we’ll explore the many highlights and features of Hatoya Hotel.
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DMZ: Demilitarized Zone/Paju City, South Korea

Just an hour north of Seoul by train lies the border between North and South Korea. I recently took a short day trip to explore this area.
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A Chaotic Exhibit to Learn About the Sex of Living Creatures (Sunshine Aquarium, Ikebukuro)

Since there was a rare exhibit at the Sunshine Aquarium in Ikebukuro, Tokyo, I decided to check it out. The limited-time nighttime event, called “The Return of the Sex Exhibit”, is just as its name suggests—a special exhibition dedicated to the sex and reproduction of various creatures.
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The Enormous Abandoned Water Site: Thuy Tien Water Park in Hue, Vietnam

Hue, known as Vietnam's ancient capital, is a popular city for tourists exploring the ruins of former dynasties. However, Thuy Tien Water Park is an unconventional attraction that appeals to those with a taste for adventure.