Okinawa’s turquoise waters, coral reefs, and tropical climate make it one of Japan’s most breathtaking escapes.

Okinawa, Japan, has an unusually high rate of people living past 100. One key to Okinawa's Blue Zone status is the region's traditional cuisine. Okinawans fill up on foods rich in antioxidants, fiber, ...

The proximity of Okinawa Prefecture's Igei Ward in the town of Kin to a U.S. Marine Corps live shooting range puts residents at constant risk of stray bullets and other munitions landing on private ...

Most people aspire to live a long, happy, and healthy life, yet only a few achieve it. However, there is a place in Japan called Okinawa, which stands out as one of the world’s 'Blue Zones'. The ...

Residents of Okinawa, the southernmost prefecture of Japan, are famed for their long life expectancy, high numbers of centenarians, and accompanying low risk of age-associated diseases. Much of the ...