Ryan Breeden

Ryan M. Breeden is a reporter and photographer based at Camp Foster, Okinawa. He enlisted in the U.S. Navy in 2015 and is an alumnus of the Syracuse Military Photojournalism Program.

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The base entrance to Camp Hansen with white columns and an orange-tiled roof, set against a blue sky with scattered clouds and grassy grounds.

Okinawa town finds elevated PFAS levels near Marine base in annual water survey

Kin town, near Camp Hansen, on Okinawa discovered PFAS levels up to four times higher than is permissible in Japan, according to annual survey results released recently.

Himeyuri Peace Museum has had more than 24 million visitors since opening on June 23, 1989.

Reflect on the sacrifice of Okinawan nurses in WWII at emotional museum

A young girl hits a tennis ball toward her opponent at an outdoor tennis court.

Defense Department student is a rising star in Japan’s tennis world

In a gymnasium, two children kick soccer balls in the foreground with a blue whale shark mascot standing in the background.

Pro soccer player shares his story, skills with military kids on Okinawa

Shuri Castle is regarded as the heart and soul of Okinawa, which existed as a separate kingdom for centuries before becoming part of Japan in the 1800s.

Okinawa’s Shuri Castle still attracts visitors as workers rebuild after 2019 fire

The Shuri Castle remains closed for renovation, but it’s situated on more than 10 acres of historic property that are open for walking. After a stroll, you can get more information at the Shuri Castle reconstruction exhibition room, and the Yohokoriden, or accession ceremony site.

Fukuwarai near Marine Corps Air Station Futenma, Okinawa, uses rice from Uonuma, Japan, in its mapo tofu set, which comes with soup and almond jelly cheese tofu.

Sink your teeth into Sichuan heat near Marine air station on Okinawa

Fukuwarai, a restaurant in Ginowan city, prides itself on serving authentic mapo tofu, which is rich in flavor without an overpowering spice kick. It makes for a flavorful experience in an artistic surrounding.

An interior photo of a hallway inside a building with a large banner on display.

Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society open for educational grant, loan, scholarship applications

The Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society has opened its application window for scholarships, grants and interest-free loans to sailors, Marines and their family members pursuing vocational training or higher education, the society announced recently.

Navy snow sculpture in Japan draws comparisons to Beatles’ ‘Yellow Submarine’

The U.S. Navy is participating in the annual Sapporo Snow Festival for the 41st time, and this year’s playful design has people humming a popular Beatles tune.

Staff Sgt. Brenden Kuhlman, an artillery electronics technician with 12th Littoral Combat Team, 12th Marine Littoral Regiment, 3rd Marine Division, repairs a circuit board on Camp Hansen, Okinawa, Nov. 7, 2025.

Quick repair by Marine keeps critical radar functioning on Okinawa

The chief of naval operations has recognized a Marine staff sergeant for repairing a sophisticated radar system used to defend troops against aerial threats.

A variety of pastries and desserts are displayed at 58 Sweets, a local bakery within the base library on Camp Foster, Okinawa.

You’re overdue for the macarons served inside a Marine Corps library on Okinawa

Book it to 58 Sweets at the Camp Foster library for a variety of decadent treats.

Santa Claus hands out toys and gifts to Japanese children at the community center in Kin Town, Okinawa,Japan, Dec. 20, 2025.

Merry Marines, cadets bring Christmas to Japanese children in Okinawa town

Santa Claus, with an assist from U.S. Marines and high school cadets, handed out plushies, dolls, Lego sets and other toys to Japanese children over the weekend at the local community center.

Two female cosplayers in elaborate costumes posing with young children at a convention. One cosplayer has an elaborate headgear and gas mask, the other wears a black helmet. A person in the foreground takes a photo with a smartphone.

Cosplay, comics and crowds: Comic Con Okinawa sees largest turnout yet

Comic Con Okinawa drew more than 10,000 fans of pop culture, sci-fi, fantasy and cosplay to Camp Foster over the weekend, marking its largest turnout yet, according to event organizers.

A man wearing a black shirt and black-and-white camouflage pants poses with his arms folded in front of him next to a man in knight’s armor holding a large axe and a crouching man in a Spiderman costume.

Comic Con Okinawa returning with guests from hit franchises, including Pokemon, Dragon Ball

Comic Con Okinawa is returning to Camp Foster on Dec. 14, when sci-fi, fantasy and cosplay fans will come together for the free event showcasing pop-culture talent and creative communities across the island.

Hacksaw Ridge overlooks parts of Urasoe and Ginowan on Okinawa, Japan

Hacksaw Ridge still a somber reminder of grueling Okinawa combat

Hacksaw Ridge, also known as Maeda Escarpment, is about 30 minutes northeast of Naha International Airport and offers visitors a unique blend of serene beauty and battlefield history.

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