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Personal photos from Koza (now Okinawa City), Gate 2 Street, BC Street, Goya 4 Corners and just wandering around. Copyright © 2009 - 2024 Okinawa History All Rights Reserved.
Did you know it as THE ROCK, KEYSTONE OF THE PACIFIC, GIBRALTAR OF THE PACIFIC, NANSEI SHOTO, or THE RYUKYU ISLANDS, whatever name you remember it is still OKINAWA. WHAT FOLLOWS IS THE POSTWAR HISTORY OF OKINAWA AS SEEN THROUGH THE EYES AND CAMERAS OF THOSE WHO LIVED THESE MEMORIES
Here's a few maps for those who like maps. Some Oki old-timers might also "wax nostalgic" over some of the content. I'll continue to post these graphic bits and pieces of Okinawa from days gone by, little by little when I have the time (and / or money) needed to scan and work on this stuff.
Feb 18, 2024 - My time in the USAF living in Koza and working at Kadena AB and Torii Station. See more ideas about okinawa, kadena, usaf.
A sampling of life and scenes on this fascinating island, which is part of Japan but closer to Seoul, Taipei, Shanghai, Manila and Hong Kong than to Tokyo. Pictures taken with Sony S75, S85, F707, F717 or V1.
20 kwi 2018 · After the Battle of Okinawa, refugee camps were established all over the island to shelter the war-torn Okinawan people. One of these camps was built in Goeku Village, in a subdistrict called Goya. Bordering Goya was Koja, a district belonging to the neighboring Misato Village.
Discover Koza, a vibrant, multicultural city that fuses Okinawan and American traditions. Enjoy live music, eisa dancing, and a variety of outdoor activities and festivals.
