Okinawa An ancient kingdom, culturely different from the rest of Japan, it is the ideal place to get away from the fast pace of life in Tokyo. As in everything else in japan, you have to choose your timing carefully and avoid holiday seasons. The rest of Japan also wants to get away from the hustle and bustle of Japan. Unfortunately, they usually bring it with them. A photo of me with a water buffalo. I hope you can tell which is which.