Do Okinawa people admit that they are Japanese?

Okinawa people don't admit that they are Japanese.

Historically, Japan occupied the Okinawa Islands at the end of 19 and the beginning of the 20th century in the process of external expansion and territorial expansion. After that, Okinawa became the territory of Japan and was ruled for nearly a century. Their identities have also been forcibly changed. From an independent kingdom, they were forced to become Japanese citizens. This historical issue will naturally affect today's reality. It is precisely because of this historical problem that Okinawa residents do not admit that they are Japanese.

Okinawa Prefecture has a rich and unique natural environment. Besides the folk architecture in Southeast Asia, China and Japan, it has a unique American style compared with Japan. It is called "Hawaii of Japan" and is the hometown of karate. The climate is warm and pleasant, belonging to subtropical maritime climate zone. Tourism is the most developed economy. Because it is located on the continental shelf of the Pacific Ocean, the nearby waters are rich in fish, and fishing is the industry that most Okinawa people are engaged in.

Okinawa local specialty

1, banana cloth

Banana cloth is a traditional weaving in Okinawa. Bananas are divided into male and female, and the female bananas bear fruit. The local people take the fiber of the unfruitful male banana to spin, which is "banana cloth".

2. Shouli weaving

Exquisite colors and patterns, high quality, are the fabrics for making kimonos and suspenders, and can also be used for making watch core fabrics. 1983, birthday paper was designated as a national traditional handicraft in Japan.

3. lacquerware

Lacquerware of Ryukyu was developed in the trade with China in the Ming Dynasty. /kloc-in the 7th century, a lacquer factory was established in Juri. 1983, Ryukyu lacquerware was designated as a traditional handicraft by the state.

4. Okinawa noodle soup

A popular food in Okinawa Prefecture is different from ordinary buckwheat noodles. Made of 100% flour, it can be eaten anytime and anywhere. As ingredients, fish cakes, pork belly and onions will be added to the noodles.

Reference to the above content: Baidu Encyclopedia-Okinawa Prefecture