Culinary
Typical Okinawan Dishes
Okinawan dietary habits have received a lot of attention lately. Many researchers and otherwise-curious individuals make pilgrimages to the island in hopes of discovering the secret to the famed longevity of its people, and many of them believe that the secret lies in the island's food. Although that remains to be proven, it's worthwhile to try it out. The local food reflects the influence of the many Southeast Asian cultures that Okinawa used to have extensive trade ties with during the days of the Ryukyu Kingdom. Subsequent circumstances added Japanese and Western flavors.
Okinawan Snacks & Sweets
Home to a variety of food cultures, Okinawa also has its own distinctive cuisine. The fast food represented by McDonald's and A&W was imported from America, but Okinawa has established its particular brand of fast food as well.
Sweets are eaten especially during festivities such as New YearŐs and Obon, but many people munch on saataa andagii (a bit like a doughnut) or chinsuko (Okinawan-style cookie fried in lard instead of butter) daily as snacks between meals. |
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