3 Years In Okinawa (Japan) - And How It's Changed Me 

I lived on Okinawa for 12 years and I know I never saw it all. . .and my wife was an Okinawan tour guide. We visited castle sites that none of my friends even knew existed. We visited several of the other islands of the Ryukyu Islands, like Ishigaki, Taketomi and Iriomote, there was always somewhere to go and something to see. . .if you knew where to look.

It’s been so long since I moved from Okinawa, almost 6 years. Those 3 and a half years I was there had such a huge impact on me, and to this day I still wonder from time to time if I’ll ever have a chance to go back again.

I miss Okinawa for the same reasons you said why you love in there… I felt alive and connected to nature. I love oki ❤

I lived in Okinawa until I was 10 in the late 70's into the 80's. I loved living there and even though I was young I swear my life has been better because of my time spent there. What you said about the Ocean actually brought beautiful tears to my eyes. I learned to swim in the ocean and was and am still head over feet in love with the ocean. Currently I live in landlocked Montana in the US. Even though Montana is beautiful and she possesses magic all her own, I daily miss the ocean and the rhythm of the sea. Tell the ocean that James misses her. I remember our school had a walkathon that begun in Okinawa City and ended at Moon Beach. Moon Beach was not developed at this time and after arriving, and coming in first place, I sat my tired, 7 year old bones down in the surf to cool off and feel the restorative properties of the ocean soothe my body. One of my favorite and most precious memories. Thanks for your video. May Okinawa continue to change and make better your life.

I'm glad you're back. I was stationed at Camp Foster Aug 74 - Sep 75. Love the island and people. Wish I had done more touring the island.

The second one is a beautiful sentiment and I wish you the best on that journey. Exploring Okinawa has been so amazing.

Hi matt glade to see you guys log again

#5 is so true. I love how different it is than California. If there is grass it needs to be mown and edged (in Ca) but here it’s like they let it be a natural little field with long grass waving in the wind. It gives me the same feeling that you described. 😁

Hi Matt, Great vid! I had that same feeling of feeling good in living in Japan and really being appreciative when I was stationed over there. I loved the Okinawa vibes and hopefully one day I can go back.

I've been looking for RU-vidr so long that has your service. I will be signing up for your tour service, hopefully it's up and running when I'm in Asia this month.

The first one I really feel you on that one coming from Ca to here.

I would argue about the aspiring to be better here in Okinawa. I know so many people who are constantly reading, going to classes, getting extra certificates at their workplaces. There are also so many small business owners. Unfortunately, the salary is just not high enough and there is a ceiling to how "high" you can go. Many people work so hard just to stay in the same place if you will. That being said, I love your video! Also congrats on your tour company! I'm pretty passionate about Okinawa and I'd love to get involved if you're ever looking to expand or want to collaborate on something!

this was very enlightening, thanks.

Man I miss Okinawa so much. Lived there for 2 years. Once you start your tourism business sponsor me to come to Japan and I'll work for ya!!!

Hi. I’m currently living in Tokyo for 4 years and considering a move to Miyako island for a year. I have been there recently for a week and was fascinated by the stunning nature and really didn't wanted to leave again😂. Also have been to Ishigaki before with pretty much the same feeling. I was just wondering if in the past 3 years you missed anything from the bigger city life just as shopping malls, cinemas etc. And if you ever got bored of the sea? A bit of a concern from me is that after a few weeks I’ll get used to the stunning nature there and and life might get a bit boring?

Hi! My name is Judith Moran. I lived in Ominawa from 1975 through 79. I am planning a trip to Okinawa and I was wondering if I could meet up with you guys. I am planning on moving back with my retirement so I want to find a part-time job there. I

Could a retired couple live in Okinawa on $2000/month ? Funny, we are currently traveling and will be in Nicaragua for a year. My wife was born here and I too am a little dependent on her and her perfect Spanish. Downsides to Okinawa ? Seems pretty nice…., Thx !

My wife is from Okinawa and I want to start a business over there in the future. When we visit next year is it ok to hit you up?

Do you find that you're eating healthier in Okinawa than in the States?

Cool link to your tour company. How did you build the website? It’s very clean!

interesting thanks

Can I ask which area in Okinawa are you staying at? I would love to meet up with you in July in person as I am moving to Okinawa too! 🥰

You can't walk 20 minutes to a local shop, to buy a can of pop? What is wrong with you, do you have a disability? Our local shop is 15/20 minutes away, depending on Rocco 🐾, and that is close Maybe get up a little earlier, enjoy a sunrise 🌅 every now and again, and you'll be able to fit that WHOLE TWENTY MINUTES into your life, and maybe learn the bloody language, gaijin Good luck to you, Sunshine 🌅 x