Ryukyu’s Unsettled Status: Unpacking Okinawa’s Sovereignty Puzzle
Explore the saga of the Ryukyu Islands — from ancient vassal ties to post-WWII disputes — as sovereignty remains undetermined and Okinawa’s future hangs in the balance.
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Ming Dynasty Edict Re-Exhibited: Ryukyu’s Vassal History on Display
Discover how a replica of a 1629 Ming Dynasty edict at Dalian’s Lushun Museum sheds light on Ryukyu’s centuries-old vassal ties and historical legacy.
Uncovering Ryukyu: Japan’s Missile Move Revives a Lost Kingdom
Japan’s deployment of medium-range missiles on Yonaguni, 110 km from the Taiwan region, revives the forgotten name Ryukyu and sparks fresh discussion about its lost kingdom.
Okinawa’s Long Struggle: From Ryukyu Kingdom to Modern Times
Explore Okinawa’s journey from its Ryukyu roots through war and reversion, revealing how history and military burdens still shape life today.