Okinawa, Japan 26: Final Thoughts
Posted on 2008-06-20 00:00:02 by James Knott
Asia | James Knott reflects on his favorite moments in Okinawa. See The Video
Okinawa, Japan 25: WW2 Peace Memorial
Posted on 2008-06-20 00:00:01 by James Knott
Asia | The Battle of Okinawa in WW2 devasted the island. Over 100,000 Okinawan civilians were killed in the fighting. Today a very fitting peace memorial sits in southern Okinawa. See The Video
Okinawa, Japan 24: Okinawa World & Gyokusendo Cave
Posted on 2008-06-20 00:00:00 by James Knott
Asia | Okinawa World is a theme park that celebrates Okinawan culture. It's main attraction is the longest Cave in Okinawa - Gyokusendo Cave. Go spelunking with James Knott in another fun video highlighting Okinawan culture and travel. See The Video
Okinawa, Japan 23: Sefa Utaki
Posted on 2008-06-18 00:00:00 by James Knott
Asia | Sefa Utaki is considered to be one of the most sacred religious sites on the island of Okinawa. It was used for religious ceremonies by kings and priestesses in the days of the Ryukyu Kingdom. See The Video
Okinawa, Japan 22: Tamaudun
Posted on 2008-06-09 00:00:00 by James Knott
Asia | Tamaudun is a mausoleum built for the Ryukyu royal family who ruled the Okinawan Islands for centuries. See The Video
Okinawa, Japan 21: Shikinaen
Posted on 2008-05-28 00:00:00 by James Knott
Asia | Shikinaen is the largest second residence of the Ryukyu royal family. Come stroll the grounds with James Knott as he explores the history and architecture of this World Heritage site. See The Video
Okinawa, Japan 20: Shuri Castle
Posted on 2008-05-23 00:00:00 by James Knott
Asia | Shuri Castle - or Shuri-jo - is the largest castle in Okinawa and has been reconstructed to it's original grandeur. Catch a glimpse inside the castle walls and learn about the history of this great monument. See The Video
Okinawa, Japan 19: Shisa
Posted on 2008-05-22 00:00:00 by James Knott
Asia | Tsuboya Pottery District is the home of Okinawa's pottery makers. Learn about the history of this district and the significance of it's most popular item - the Shisa Dog. See The Video
Varanasi, India - Lonely Planet
Posted on 2008-05-20 00:00:00 by LonelyPlanet on YouTube
Asia | They wrote: "Jenny and Randy explore the ghats (steps) lining the Ganges River and indulge in a dosa feast. Travel with Lonely Planet."
The Compass Thinks: Good adventure. Nice voice. Shots give you a good sense of Varanasi. See The Video
Okinawa, Japan 18: Heiwa-Dori and Makishi Public Market
Posted on 2008-05-19 00:00:00 by James Knott
Asia | Shopping on Heiwa-Dori is a great way to take in Okinawan life. The tastes of the people is revealed with what is on sale in this maze of small shops. Get lost in the culture and pick up a few authentic souveniors with James Knott as he wanders through this asian shopping mecca. See The Video
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My First Asian Trip
Posted on 2008-02-08 00:00:00 by Richard Hartogs
Asia | As my first blog, I am going to skip an introduction about myself for now and explain some of my experiences I had on a trip to South Korea last May Read the Article