A folded American flag with white stars visible on blue fabric rests on top of a tan military-style hard case. The flag is ceremonially folded in the traditional triangular manner typically used for military honors and funeral services.

Isotope test reveals WWII remains found on Okinawa are likely American

Japanese scientists using an improved method of analysis recently identified a third set of remains as likely those of an American service member who fought on Okinawa during World War II.

Off-base bar owners lamenting military curfew in Japan

The colorful neon signs still blaze at bars outside Kadena Air Base, but the front doors are shut and there are no Americans in sight in the normally bustling Okinawa entertainment district.

Japan prime minister tells Okinawa U.S. Marines will stay

Prime Minister Yukio Hatoyama on Sunday made it official: Marine air units will be staying on Okinawa.

From the S&S archives: Marine on Okinawa: 'I saw a grown man cry'

"Stunned shock" was the reaction of U.S. military personnel and Ryukyuan citizens on Okinawa Saturday as news of President Kennedy's death spread throughout the island.

Film inspired by rape of Okinawa girl by U.S. troops

"Never let them forget." That’s the tagline for "The First Breath of Tengan Rei," a new independent film that focuses on an Okinawa woman who travels to Chicago to confront two Marines who abducted, raped and left her for dead a decade ago.

Army missile units stay ready to defend skies over Okinawa

The big Nike-Hercules roared off its launching pad and into the Okinawa sky to signal the opening of the annual missile firing practice of the Army's 30th Arty. Brigade.

Movie role is special for native Okinawan

The movie "The First Breath of Tengan Rei" has a very special place in the heart of Japanese actress Erika, 29, who plays the leading role.