Sakura

Whoops! Again, it's been a really long time since we've posted.  We had quite the busy December (as you saw), but it also included a whirlwind trip to the States.  We had a wonderful Christmas and New Year's with our family this year.  It was a perfect way to split our time in Okinawa in half.


I can hardly believe that it's Cherry Blossom season again in Okinawa.  This year we photographed the blossoms in our neighborhood (Awase) and at Nakijin-jo castle ruins.

Awase - this tree is right around the corner from our home.  For those who have been here, it's by the horse!

Awase

Awase

Nakijin-jo castle (in the northern part of Okinawa)

Nakijin-jo

Sunday was the last day of the Cherry Blossom Festival at Nakijin-jo.  We got to see and listen to some local Okinawa music and dance.