The residents of Japan’s peaceful southernmost islands are increasingly fearful of their proximity to Taiwan. Here’s how they’re planning to escape if the threat of the invasion arises.
Japan’s outlying islands are seeking independence, I thought? Or was that just a fringe political movement.
The Ryukyu Islands (Okinawa, etc.) aren’t too happy about being the site of 75% of US military bases in Japan (which puts them directly in the crossfire) and which make up 20% of Okinawa Island. US service people in Okinawa have been responsible for raping a 12-year-old Okinawan girl, among other crimes.
Japan’s outlying islands are seeking independence, I thought? Or was that just a fringe political movement.
The Ryukyu Islands (Okinawa, etc.) aren’t too happy about being the site of 75% of US military bases in Japan (which puts them directly in the crossfire) and which make up 20% of Okinawa Island. US service people in Okinawa have been responsible for raping a 12-year-old Okinawan girl, among other crimes.