Okinawa Travel Guides

Located in the northwest of Ishigaki Island, it is the most scenic spot in Ishigaki Island.It is one of the 100 scenic spots in Japan and designated as a national scenic beauty. The spectacular view of white sandy beach and clear emerald green sea changes its appearance from moment to moment depending on the tide and light, and boasts of fantastic beauty. Although swimming is not allowed in the ...»

This very popular aquarium is home to more than 20,000 marine creatures of 700 species.Based on the concept of "Encountering the Okinawan Sea," the aquarium introduces a variety of marine life, including ino (Okinawan dialect for shallow waters at the edge of coral reefs), coral reefs, the Kuroshio Current Sea, and the deep sea.  In the "Kuroshio Sea," one of the world's largest giant tanks, visi...»

It is the second largest island in Okinawa Prefecture after Okinawa Island, and is mostly covered with subtropical jungle. Three mountains, Mt. Komi, Mt. Tedou, and Mt. Gozadake, are the highest in the Ryukyu Islands, and are home to many animals with their own unique ecosystems, including the Iriomote wildcat, a natural treasure in its natural surroundings. For this reason, it is also called the...»

Located on the southwestern tip of Miyako Island, this beach is representative of Miyako Island in terms of both beauty and name recognition. The 7-km stretch of pure white sandy beach stretching as far as the eye can see into the azure sea is said to be "the most beautiful beach in the East. It has been ranked No. 1 many times in Japan by a word-of-mouth website, and is a regular top-ranked bea...»

Sunayama Beach, with its unique landscape created by nature, is one of the most representative beaches in Miyakojima, along with Maehama Beach. It is regularly ranked among the top beaches on word-of-mouth websites in Japan. Located on the west coast of Miyako Island, about a 15-minute drive north of Hirara City, the beach is crowded with tourists and locals during the season because of its easy...»

Shuri Castle, the royal castle of the Ryukyu Dynasty, has flourished as the political and cultural center of the Ryukyu Kingdom since the end of the 14th century, and is the largest gusuku (castle) in Okinawa Prefecture. Before the war, the main hall of the Okinawa Shrine and other buildings were designated as former national treasures, but were lost during the Battle of Okinawa in 1945 and after...»

Taketomi Island is a small island located in the Yaeyama Islands with a circumference of about 9 km. Accessible by a 10-minute high-speed boat ride from Ishigaki Island, it is surrounded by beautiful cobalt blue sea and white sandy beaches. The island's villages retain the ancient Okinawan landscape of white sand paved streets and red-tiled wooden houses. The entire townscape is designated as an...»

Tokashiki Island is located at the eastern end of the Kerama Islands, 30 km west of Naha. The island is blessed with mountains and forests, and its topography is rich in variety. Along the coastline are Tokashiku Beach and Abaren Beach, both known for their beautiful coral reefs, and the Hinakushi shell mound, where people have lived since prehistoric times. The transparency of the ocean is amon...»

Yubu Island is a small island located on the east side of Iriomote Island, with a circumference of about 2.1 km and an elevation of only 1.5 m above sea level. The sea between Yubu Island and Iriomote Island is shallow, and the depth is only about 1 m at high tide. Therefore, when the tide is low, it is possible to cross on foot or by car. One of the most popular sights among tourists is the sig...»

There is a long, narrow sandbar that is said to be the most beautiful in the East. It stretches 7 to 11 kilometers off the coast of Okutake Island and Aoha Island on the east side of Kume Island. With its pure white sand and cobalt green sea, it is like a dreamlike world! This wonderful sandbar is called "Hate-no-hama," and is actually divided into three islands. Maine Beach, Nakano Beach, and H...»

This is the ruins of a gusuku (castle) where one of the powerful masters of the Ryukyu Kingdom, Ahmawari, used to live.(Amanushi: local rulers in the Ryukyu Kingdom period)It is said that Amawari resisted the king to the end and fought bravely until the castle fell. The castle is located at the southern base of the Katsuren Peninsula and consists of three fortresses: Minamigusuku, Nakagusuku, and...»

Located northwest of Miyako Island, Irabu Island is now accessible by car from Miyako Island via the Irabu Bridge, Japan's longest bridge, which opened in 2015 and is toll-free. This bridge is 3,540 meters long and has a unique shape with a mountainous center section, making it ideal for driving. Irabu Island has many tourist attractions, including the beautiful beaches of Wataguchi no Hama and ...»

Kouri Island is a small island surrounded by emerald green waters a short distance from the main island of Okinawa, and is famous as the "Island of Love. It is also called "God's Island" because of the myth of the birth of mankind, which is handed down in a myth similar to the legend of Adam and Eve. In 2005, the Kouri Bridge was opened, making it possible to visit the island by car. From the bri...»

At the eastern tip of Miyako Island, there is a beautiful cape jutting out into the azure sea for 2 kilometers. In the spring, the flowers of the teppo lily bloom, creating a beautiful scene. This cape, called Higashiheannana Cape, faces the Pacific Ocean and the East China Sea, and is one of the representative tourist attractions of Miyako Island. Located at the southeastern tip of Miyako Islan...»

A Chinese-style garden built in 1992 to commemorate the 70th anniversary of the establishment of Naha City and the 10th anniversary of the Friendship City Agreement with Fuzhou City, China....»

Kohama Island is about 25 minutes away from Ishigaki Island by regular boat. This island is characterized by beautiful sea, sugar cane fields, and a laid-back atmosphere, and is also called "Tembusu of Yaeyama". It is famous for being the setting of NHK's drama series "Churasan. Kohama Island is also known as a diving spot and is crowded with divers. There are also a number of large resort faci...»

The shrine is located on a steep cliff overlooking Naha Harbor.The shrine used to be the chief guardian of the Ryukyu Kingdom, and was popularly called "Namminsan" or "Nammin. The shrine enshrines Kumano Sansho-gongen, and has been revered for safety of marine traffic, good catches, and fertility. The date of the shrine's founding is unknown, but according to the "Namijo-gu Shrine Brief History,...»

Yanbaru is located in the northern part of the main island of Okinawa. Cape Heto is located at the northernmost tip of Okinawa Island, at the northern end of Yanbaru. From this location, you can see Izena Island and Iheya Island to the west, and Yoron Island and Okinoerabu Island in Kagoshima Prefecture to the north. On the ocean surface, rough waves from the East China Sea and the Pacific Ocean ...»

This is one of the most unique ocean play spots on Miyako Island. This is not a vast white sand beach, but a beach park created by nature, with a coastline and inlets unique to southern Miyako Island. The park consists of a peninsula stretching east to west along the coastline and a portion of the surrounding cove, along which a promenade is maintained. The inlet is ideal for swimming, playing o...»

Kondoi Beach is one of the longest beaches in Okinawa with a beautiful crescent shape located on the west side of Taketomi Island. The white sand and clear blue sea make it one of the must-visit places when you visit Taketomi Island. There are almost no waves and the shallow water is ideal for swimming, and showers and toilets are provided, so families can enjoy it comfortably. The sandy beach e...»

This is a 5.2-kilometer road connecting Katsure Peninsula and Heianza Island. The road is not a bridge, but a causeway built on top of an embankment, and has one bridge for vessel navigation and two channels for securing the tidal currents. This road has a straight alignment, four lanes, and has become a typical symbolic road in Okinawa. It was constructed as an industrial road, but is now a pop...»

Through Pond, located on Shimoji Island in Miyakojima City, is a mysterious place where two circular ponds, one large and one small, are connected underground. The first pond is 75 meters in diameter and 45 meters deep. The second pond is 55 meters in diameter and 25 meters deep. From the ground, the two ponds appear to be side by side, but they are connected underground, and the pond on the ocean...»

Nishihama Beach is located about a 10-minute walk from Hateruma Port.This beach is also written as "Nishi-hama," but "nishi" means "north" in the local dialect, and as such, this beach is located on the north side of the island. Down the hill, the blue sea and pure white sandy beach spread out.The one-kilometer-long white sand beach is comfortable to walk on with bare feet, softly wrapping around...»

This beach is known as one of the most popular snorkeling spots on the island. As you enter the crystal clear water from the white sand beach, you will see a fantastic world of coral reefs of various shapes spreading out intricately like a three-dimensional labyrinth within three steps. At high tide, colorful tropical fish such as clownfish emerge from the shadows of the rocks, and larger fish c...»

Daiseki Rinzan is a trekking spot with sharp rocky peaks and subtropical forests located in Yanbaru National Park in the northern part of Okinawa's main island. This tourist facility is a whopping 11 times the size of the Tokyo Dome and is famous as a filming location often used in dramas, movies, and commercials. The site also includes the Okinawa Stone Culture Museum, restaurants, stores, and ...»

Nagama Beach is located on the west coast of Kuruma Island, southwest of Miyako Island. This beach is a very beautiful place, with clear blue ocean and white sandy beaches where beautiful nature remains intact. Coral reefs can also be seen in some places, and it has recently become a popular snorkeling spot. There is also a place called "Clown Flea Mansion" where clown fleas gather. However, th...»

Kouri Ohashi is a 1,960-meter-long bridge connecting Kouri Island and Yagaji Island, a remote island famous as the "Island of Love" in the legend of Adam and Eve in Okinawa. Yagaji Island is connected to Motobu Peninsula by a bridge, and can be reached by car from Naha. Crossing the bridge, you will feel as if you are driving on the sea. The bridge opened in 2005, and at the time of its opening...»

Kori Island, or "Island of Love," in Okinawa Prefecture, is a small island with a radius of about 1 km and surrounded by emerald green waters. In 2005, the Kori Ohashi Bridge was opened, making it possible to visit the island by car. Passing over the bridge will make you feel as if you are driving on the sea. The Kori Circle Line also allows visitors to drive around the island, which has a circu...»

Kushima Island, located southwest of Miyako Island, can be reached by crossing the 1690-meter-long Kushima Ohashi Bridge. Go straight for a while, cross the village, and on your right is the "Ryugu Observation Deck," built in the image of Ryugu Castle. From this three-story observatory, you can enjoy a panoramic view of the peaceful sugar cane fields as well as Miyako and Irabu islands. The surr...»

Lined with amusement facilities, stores, restaurants, movie theaters, and live music venues, this popular area is crowded with tourists and locals day and night. The spacious layout of the buildings and the design of the townscape are full of a West Coast atmosphere. Depot Island, a large commercial facility, attracts and entertains visitors with its exotic layout of facilities and scenery. The...»

Emerald Beach is located in Ocean Expo Park in the northwestern part of the main island of Okinawa, close to popular tourist spots such as Churaumi Aquarium, making it an ideal stopover. This beautiful beach faces west and has been selected as one of the "100 Best Beaches for Pleasant Bathing". It is built in a Y-shape into the ocean and has three areas: "Beach for Fun", "Beach for Rest", and "Be...»

Toguchi-no-hama is located in the southwestern part of Irabu Island, northwest of Miyako Island. This beach is one of the most beautiful beaches in the Miyako Islands, along with "Yonaha Maehama. The 50-meter wide natural sand beach made of fine white sand stretches for about 800 meters. The clear and beautiful sea is famous throughout the prefecture. The beach is backed by a seawall forest, cre...»

Kori Island is a remote island famous as the "Island of Love" where the legend of Adam and Eve is told. Crossing the 1,960-meter-long Kori Ohashi Bridge, which connects Kori Island and Motobu Peninsula, you will feel as if you are driving on the sea. The Kori Ocean Tower, one of the most popular tourist attractions on Kori Island, offers an endless view of the blue sea and sky. Located 82 meter...»

The deep forest and caves that you can only enter by signing up for a tour. At the entrance of the valley, a large 150-year-old banyan tree creates an atmosphere as if you have time-traveled to a prehistoric world. The tour will visit stalactites that are believed to be beneficial for children and the caves that house them as their deities. The last cave you will visit, Mugei-dong, is where the...»

Located northwest of Miyako Island in Okinawa Prefecture, Ikema Island has been a bustling tourist destination since 1992, when it was connected to Miyako Island by the 1,425-meter-long Ikema Ohashi Bridge. The island is surrounded by beautiful beaches such as "Alashisu Hida Beach," "Ikidu Beach," "Kaginmihida Beach," and "Funakusu Beach," where fireflies and giant crabs can be observed depending...»

Pinaisara Falls is the highest waterfall in Okinawa Prefecture.Its name means "drooping beard" in the local language. Although a large volume of water is pouring down wildly from the basin of the waterfall, the space above the waterfall is surprisingly quiet. To reach Pinaisara Falls, which is also famous as a power spot, visitors must join a nature tour and canoe or trek through the subtropical...»

Taketomi Island is one of the remote islands in the beautiful sea of Okinawa, located about 10 minutes by ferry from Ishigaki Island. This island is easily accessible and is visited by many tourists every day. Taketomi Island is designated as an important traditional building preservation district, and the good old Okinawan scenery still remains. Although it is a small island with a circumference...»

Fusaki Beach, one of the most popular tourist spots in Ishigaki Island, is located in Fusaki Resort Village. This beach features calm waters for easy swimming, and since it is a hotel beach, there are many marine activities available. Beginners and families with children can easily enjoy the ocean of Ishigaki Island. Also, the beauty of the scenery is outstanding, especially the sunset from the...»

Kori Island is a remote island famous as the "Island of Love" where the legend of Adam and Eve is told. Crossing the 1,960-meter-long Kori Ohashi Bridge, which connects Kori Island and Motobu Peninsula, you will feel as if you are driving on the sea. Kori Beach, located immediately to the left after crossing the Kori Ohashi, is a wonderful spot with a beautiful view of the blue ocean and pure whi...»

Located within walking distance from Hirara City on Miyako Island, Painagama is a favorite place of relaxation not only for tourists but also for local citizens. There are also restaurants, taverns, and convenience stores in the vicinity, making it a perfect place for an after-dinner stroll. Painagama is a combination of the Miyako dialect word "pai" meaning "south" and "nagama" meaning "long bea...»

Nami no Ue Beach, an urban man-made beach located in Naha City, is popular as an urban beach because of its convenience: 15 minutes by car from Naha Airport and a 15-minute walk from Kokusai-dori Avenue. This beach is the only bathing beach in Naha City and is often used by travelers as a "last stop" before leaving Okinawa, and by local residents as a place to relax. Admission is free, and barbe...»

Senaga Island is known as "the nearest remote island from Naha Airport. Currently connected to the main island by an underwater road, it can be easily visited by bicycle or on foot. Since the island is adjacent to Naha Airport, airplanes take off and land overhead, and from the hilltop observatory, visitors can experience the power of the view as if they could almost reach out and touch the islan...»

Star sand" is sand shaped like stars and the sun. Each of these beautiful sands is the shell left behind after foraminifera die. You can find star sand at "Hoshi-suna beach" in Iriomote Island, Okinawa Prefecture, and "Kaiji beach" on Taketomi Island, also in Okinawa Prefecture. Although overhunting has reduced the number of star sands, many star sands still remain at "Hoshi-suna no hama" beach,...»

Mariyudu Falls, a representative waterfall of Iriomote Island, is located in the middle stream of Urauchi River and is a majestic two-stage waterfall of 20m wide and 16m high. The name of the waterfall, "Mariyudu," means "circular stagnation," and was originally the name of the waterfall basin, but later became the name of the waterfall itself. It has been selected as one of the 100 best waterfa...»

There are six gates in Shuri Castle, and this is the "Second Gate" or the main gate of Shuri Castle in Japanese castle architecture. At first, it was named "Waitenmon" (Gate of Waiten), but later it began to display the character for "Shuri" and was called "Shurimon" (Gate of Shuri). Then, during the reign of King Sho-cheong, it began to display the characters "Shurei Jibang" and was called "Shu...»

Manzamo is a scenic spot within the Okinawa Coastal Designated Park that represents Onna Village, known as one of the best resort areas in Japan. The view from the 20-meter-high cliffs, with rocks shaped like elephants jutting out into the East China Sea and rough waves lapping the shore, is truly spectacular. The highly transparent sea conveys the underwater world through beautifully changing c...»

Cape Zanpa is the last place where the sun sets at the end of the main island of Okinawa. The natural cliffs here stretch for 2 km, and at the end of the cliffs stands a huge white lighthouse. Fishing and diving are popular here, as well as the spectacular view from the top. The statue of Taisei, the "god of business" of the Ryukyu Dynasty, is located in the vicinity, creating a sacred atmospher...»

Ibaruma Sabichi Cave is the only limestone cave in Japan that connects to the sea. A mere 15-minute walk from the entrance, the emerald green waters of Ibaruma Bay unfold before your eyes. At low tide, you can also visit strange rocks shaped like turtles and mushrooms. This limestone cave is said to have emerged from the ocean floor 270 million years ago. The cave is 300 meters long and an aver...»

This Utaki has long been worshipped by the islanders as the highest sacred site on Miyako Island. It is also called "Tsukasaya....»

It is also called "Uganzaki" or "Oganzaki" and is one of the most famous scenic spots in Ishigaki Island. It is located 27 minutes drive from Ishigakijima Airport. The wild landscape with rocky terrain and waves is very powerful and you can feel the power of nature. Especially the white lighthouse is the symbol of Mikamizaki, and it serves as a landmark for ships and is also famous as a view spo...»

There is a beautiful castle ruins with stone arch gates at the main gate and the back gate, which is sung in the song "Omorosaushi". Outside the castle are scattered stone-paved old houses, and at the foot of a cliff about 300 meters northwest of the main gate is the tomb of Chinen Anji. Nearby is Ufakaru, which is believed to be the birthplace of rice cultivation, as well as Tamaki's receiving ...»

Motobu Town is known for the Churaumi Aquarium and other attractions. Sesoko Island, located nearby, is a small island with a circumference of 7 kilometers. Visitors can cross the 762-meter-long Sesoko Ohashi Bridge to get to and from the island, and the one-hour drive around the island makes it easy to enjoy the relaxing atmosphere of the remote island. The name "Sesoko" means "holy place where...»

An island located 9 km northwest of Motobu Peninsula. It was once the site of the most fierce battle of the Battle of Okinawa. Now it is a beautiful sightseeing spot with the greenery of mokumao trees and reefs. It can be seen from Churaumi Aquarium on Okinawa Island....»

Nishi Heiannazaki is a cape extending northwest from the fishing port of Karimata, located at the northwestern tip of Miyako Island. It is about 10 km north of Hirara City and can be reached in about 20 minutes by car. The cape has a promenade at its tip, and the whole area is maintained as a park. Three wind turbines for wind power generation line the promontory, and there is also an observatio...»

Located at the westernmost tip of Okinawa's main island, Cape Zanpa is famous as the last place where the sun sets. This cape has a 2-km stretch of natural 30-meter-high cliffs, at the tip of which stands a large white lighthouse. The surrounding area is popular for rock fishing and diving, and the symbolic lighthouse offers spectacular views. In addition, a statue of the Ryukyu Dynasty "God of...»

The largest of the limestone caves in Ishigaki Island is located at the southernmost tip of Japan. The tour takes about 30 minutes, and the illumination of the cave is recommended because it creates a fantastic atmosphere. Accessible only 10 minutes by car from downtown Ishigaki Island, the cave is also home to experience programs, a cafeteria, and a product store, making it a good place to visi...»

Hirakubozaki is located at the northernmost tip of Ishigaki Island and has a unique terrain where black cattle are raised, and has been used as grazing land since the Ryukyu Dynasty. From the lighthouse at the end of the pasture, the small island "Daichi Rijima" can be seen in front of the lighthouse, and on the right is a coral reef surrounded by cobalt blue ocean. Visitors can also climb the r...»

Located in the central part of Okinawa's main island, Ikei Island in Uruma City is a remote island that can be reached in about 25 minutes by car from Katsuren Peninsula via the underwater road through Heianza Island and Miyagi Island. It is located at the most tip of the four islands surrounding Kinjo Bay, which consists of four islands. The Ikei Ohashi Bridge overlooks the beautiful surroundin...»

Chatan Sunset Beach is located in Chatan Town in the central Okinawa main island, right next to the "American Village" shopping area. As befits the Chatan-cho area, which is a center of youth culture, visitors can easily enjoy swimming in the ocean in between shopping trips. Because there is a U.S. military base nearby, there are many American bathers, giving the beach an exotic atmosphere. It ...»

Mission Beach, located in the northern part of Onna Village on the west coast of Okinawa's main island, is surrounded by rocky shores and lush nature where mokumao trees thrive. Unlike most beaches crowded with tourists, this is an American-style beach with a retro atmosphere, complete with blue-painted mobile homes, white-walled beach houses, and white decks. It is also often used for filming m...»

This theme park recreates the historical space of the "Great Trading Age" from the 14th to 16th centuries, when the Ryukyu Kingdom flourished. This theme park has 32 workshops offering 101 hands-on items, as well as the restaurant "Taiki" and "Kukuru Hall" which can be used for banquets and parties....»

Itoman is a popular tourist spot due to its easy accessibility, being only 20 to 30 minutes by car from Naha City. It is an artificial beach with beautiful white sand and clear emerald green waters. During the on-season from April to October, visitors can enjoy not only swimming but also various marine leisure activities such as banana boats, water bikes, snorkeling, and parasailing. Beach socce...»

Nakijin Village, located in the northern part of Okinawa's main island, is popular among resort visitors and photography enthusiasts because of its lack of large tourist facilities and abundance of nature. Uppama Beach (Ohama Beach), the representative beach of Nakijin Village, is a natural long beach with a kilometer-long stretch of pure white sand, aptly named "Ohama," meaning a large sandy bea...»

Hotel Nikko Alivila" in Yomitan Village has "Nirai Beach" located amidst beautiful sugar cane fields. This beach is famous for its coral reefs, which are among the most beautiful on the main island of Okinawa, as well as for its high transparency, and for the sea turtles that come to lay their eggs here. The ocean is shallow, and the reef rises and falls with the tide, giving the beach a variety...»

Manza Beach is located on the west coast of the main island of Okinawa, in the resort area of Manza Cape, which juts out into the East China Sea. The entire peninsula of this cape is a resort area, with a view of Manza-Mo, one of the most scenic spots in Okinawa. Manza Beach is a beautiful beach that was selected as one of only three beaches in Okinawa Prefecture among the "100 best beaches" sele...»

Ishigaki Island faces the Pacific Ocean and East China Sea and has numerous beaches. Among them, "Sukuji Beach" is recommended for everyone including non-swimmers and families. The shallow waters and gentle waves make for safe swimming, and safety nets have been installed to keep jellyfish away during the summer months. The beach is also lined with mokumao trees, which contrast beautifully with ...»

The Busena Underwater Park is located within the Busena Resort and is home to a wide variety of tropical fish in its waters. At the Underwater Observation Tower, you can observe the colorful sea scenery at close range, as if you were in a dragon's palace. Descending the spiral staircase, visitors can see butterfly fish, bears, and other fish swimming through the round windows. Because it is ind...»

In the old days, the land of Okinawa was in an era known as the "Three Mountains Triumvirate," when the three forces of Kitayama, Nakayama, and Nanzan fought against each other. Nakayama unified the Ryukyu Kingdom in the 14th century, but the "Nakijin Castle," the residence of King Kitayama, remained after his destruction. The legendary charismatic King Kitayama's castle was said to be "martial ...»

Yanbaru is located in the northern part of Okinawa's main island and is home to many forests and mountains. Deep in the Yanbaru lies the largest waterfall on the main island of Okinawa, Hichi-Otaki Falls. The entrance to the walking trail and campground is located approximately 4 km from the entrance to Kunigami Village. Take a break at a café where you can hear the murmuring of the river, and th...»

Miyara-dunchi, also called Meelayaradunuji, is a magnificent red-tile-roofed samurai residence built in 1819 by Toen Pechin Miyara. It is also the only remaining relic of the Dennouchi structure in Okinawa. There is also a Kyoto-style karesansui (dry landscape) garden with huge limestone stones. This garden is said to have been created by Shiroma Chikan-unjo, a representative gardener of Shuri....»

The Ocean Expo Park, located in the northwestern part of Okinawa's main island, is home to the Churaumi Aquarium, and beyond that is the Bise district. In this district, there is a village organized in a grid pattern, with about 250 houses mostly surrounded by fukugi residential forests. Some of the fukugi trees in Bise are very old, estimated to be 300 years old. Perfect for strolling, "Fukugi...»

Mibaru Beach, located in Tamaki, Nanjo City, in the southern part of Okinawa's main island, is a pristine white sand beach. Unlike resort beaches, this is a relaxing place to spend time. Among them, the glass boat is a must-see!The bottom of the boat is made of glass, allowing you to observe the marine world. You can board the boat in casual clothes, and everyone from children to the elderly ca...»

Ishigaki Island is proud of its beautiful ocean. There are many sandy beaches around and it is popular as a sightseeing spot with excellent scenery. Of course, you can enjoy swimming at the beach, but the view from Tamatorizaki Observatory located 27 km away from Shin-Ishigaki Airport is also recommended. The observatory is located on a small hill and offers a panoramic view of the South China S...»

Chinen Cape, located in the southern part of Okinawa's main island, is a sightseeing spot that should not be missed. Located behind the Nanjo City Regional Products Museum, Chinen Cape Park is equipped with a walking trail and pavilion that are perfect for strolling. The beautiful Pacific Ocean stretches out below you, and the sea breeze caressing your cheeks will make you feel as if you are bein...»

In the northwestern part of the main island of Okinawa, there is a pristine natural environment where beautiful coral reefs remain as if they were in a jewel box. One of the best places to visit is the Fukugi (fukugi) row of trees in Bise, located at the end of Ocean Expo Park. You can take a sightseeing tour by buffalo cart along the road surrounded by large fukugi trees, which is very enjoyable...»

The Recreation Plaza at Cape Zanpa is well-equipped with a wide variety of facilities. Starting with the cape station, there is an abundance of sports facilities, including a ground equipped for night games, all-weather tennis courts, a roller skating rink, and a basketball court. In addition, a restaurant where you can taste goat soup, a barbecue house, and other dining facilities make this a wo...»

Visitors can enjoy the deep green forest. You can also enjoy auto-camping and 20 types of athletic facilities. A walk through Kunigami Forest with a guide will refresh your mind and body. In addition, visitors can enjoy jungle canoe tours at the nearby dam. Jungle canoe tours are the most popular activity at this location....»

The surface of the pentagonal and diamond-shaped natural stones with a diameter of 1 to 2 meters that appear when the tide recedes is a strange sight....»

Onna Seaside Park Nabbie Beach is a beach maintained by the village next to Onna Fishing Port. It is equipped with showers and toilets, and families and friends can enjoy barbecues. The sunset off Manzamage is spectacular!...»

Furuzamami Beach is a snorkeling sanctuary where you can play with many kinds of tropical fish! In summer, the beach houses open for even more fun. The pure white coral sands and the clear blue ocean as far as the eye can see are truly spectacular! This is the island's main beach, which has been awarded two stars by the Michelin Green Guide Japan. Just a few meters swim from the surf, and you ...»

Okinawa World is a huge theme park that is like everything Okinawa has to offer, featuring Okinawa's nature, history, and culture! Visitors can enjoy the natural monument "Gyokusen-do," a large limestone cave, as well as participate in various craft experiences in the "Ryukyu Kingdom Castle Town," where the prestigious traditions of the Shuri Castle Town have been handed down to the present day. ...»

This theme park is based on the nature and culture of Okinawa, and is filled with old houses, sugar mills, and kiln sites!You will feel as if you have stepped back in time to the old days of Okinawa. At the entrance, you will be greeted by young people performing the traditional Okinawan art of eisa (eisa drumming and dancing). And in a century-old house with stone walls, there are classes in Bi...»

Tropical Beach, located in Ginowan City, Okinawa, is a beach with a truly tropical atmosphere! The white sand, blue ocean, piercing blue sky, and brilliant sunshine create a tropical atmosphere, just as the name suggests. It is a very attractive beach where you can enjoy swimming or having a barbecue with the sunset as a backdrop! Furthermore, it is popular as a town beach because you can easil...»

A recommended beach for swimming and a day trip from the main island of Okinawa. The view from the Kubandaki Observatory is spectacular! With its white sand and Kerama blue ocean, it is one of the representative beaches of Tokashiki Island. The Youth Travel Village is also nearby, and there are plenty of rentals available. The sea is relatively calm and toilets and shower rooms are available. ...»

Shiraho Coast, located in the southern part of Ishigaki Island, is close to Shin-Ishigaki Airport and attracts attention as a large colony of blue corals, which are rare in the world. Shiraho Coral Reef has more than 120 species of corals such as blue corals, coral reefs, and common corals. Among them, the large colony of blue corals is considered the largest in the northern hemisphere, creating...»

A highly transparent beach where many small fish swim. From the east to the north of the island, there is a series of pure white sandy beaches. In addition to that, coral reefs have developed around the island, shining with emerald green beauty. So, you can enjoy swimming and marine sports on this beach. Besides, Minna Island, where this beach is located, is a small crescent-shaped island float...»

This stone-paved road was built in 1522 during the reign of King Shojin, starting from the entrance of Shuri Castle. The 340-meter-long cobblestone road, which runs through Kanagusuku-zaka, Kanagusuku-bashi, Shikina-zaka, and ends at Shin-Oh-bashi, has been polished by the footsteps of generations of people, giving it a beautiful luster. This road was an important road leading to Naha, a trading...»

One of the largest outdoor botanical gardens in Japan, with a landscape that makes you feel as if you are in a tropical country. More than 1,300 species and 50,000 plants are in bloom here, as well as the wild creatures that live there. Visitors can see colorful flowers, tropical palms, and precious tropical and subtropical plants. Visitors can also interact with capybaras and squirrel monkeys ...»

Nakagusuku Castle is one of the most valuable legacies of the Ryukyu Kingdom period and is known as the most intact of all the gusuku castles. The beautifully curved castle walls and the skillful masonry techniques of the time can be seen. The eastern edge of the hill stretching from the northwest to the south of Nakagusuku Village was used as a natural strategic point, and was located on a hill ...»

Araha Park is home to Araha Beach, a pure white sand beach approximately 600 meters long. It is also known as a place to watch the sunset. In addition, there is a playground with a motif of the Indian Oak, a 3-on-3 basketball court, a pavilion, and other rest spots that attract many visitors. There are also many marine activities such as parasailing and dragon boating. In the mornings and eveni...»

Shikina-En is one of the Ryukyu Gardens, which was a villa and guest house of the Sho family, the King of Japan. Unfortunately, it was closed due to the war damage, but it was restored in the fall of 1995, and Chinese-style buildings and lanterns were revived around a pond surrounded by beautiful subtropical trees. There is also a hexagonal hall with a Chinese atmosphere, and a stone bridge model...»

Torinji Temple is one of the oldest Buddhist temples in the Yaeyama Archipelago. It was founded in 1614 by King Shonei, the seventh king of the second Sho dynasty of the Ryukyu Kingdom, with Kan'o Saido as its founder. Gongendo Hall is located in the precincts of the temple, and Kumano Gongen (Izanami Jue, Hayatama-no-Mikoto, and Kototo-no-Mikoto) is enshrined. The bronze mirror used as the sacr...»

The Okinawa Prefectural Museum & Art Museum is a rare facility in Japan that combines a museum and an art museum. The museum exhibits materials in various fields such as geology, biology, humanity, archaeology, folklore, history, and arts and crafts. Also on display are the origins of the Ryukyu Islands, the world of evolved creatures, the history of the Ryukyu Kingdom to the present day, an...»

Built in the mid-18th century by a wealthy farmer, the Nakamura Residence is a valuable building with a history of surviving the ravages of the Battle of Okinawa, and is designated as a National Important Cultural Property. The site area is approximately 1,500 square meters and consists of five buildings, including the main house with a red-tiled roof topped with a shisa (Okinawan lion), a high s...»

Legend has it that Nisshu Shonin vanquished a giant snake. This cave is located on the grounds of Kanamu Kannon-ji Temple, and is a bellows cave with a total length of about 270 meters. It is also the site where "Kanamu Gongen (Kumano Sansho Gongen)" and "Suitengen" are enshrined. In the past, Nisshu Shonin, who had trained himself at Koyasan, left Kumano for the Pure Land and drifted ashore at ...»

Yomitan Village is a village where pottery makers who produce traditional Okinawan ceramics gather. Here, many potteries are independently producing unique ceramics in 19 workshops. The charm of Yachimun is that each potter's unique character can be felt every time you pick up a piece of the plumply shaped, generously painted Yachimun. It is recommended as a fun place to stroll around just to loo...»

Japan's southernmost arcade shopping street on Ishigaki Island is packed with restaurants, souvenir shops, and local independent stores. The main street is arcade, so you can enjoy shopping even in the rain without any worries. This shopping street is located in the center of Ishigaki City, with two streets running parallel to each other, Chuo-dori on the southwest side and Ginza-dori on the nor...»

Okinawa Peace Memorial Park is located on a hill overlooking the sea in Okinawa Battle Site National Park, and the symbol of the park is the "Tower of Peace," a symbol of hope for lasting peace. The park is also home to the National Okinawa War Cemetery, the Cornerstone of Peace, Reimei no To, memorials and peace memorials by prefecture of origin in Japan, and auxiliary facilities such as ceremon...»

Tamaudun is a mausoleum where successive kings of the Ryukyu Kingdom are buried. It was originally built in 1501 by the 3rd King Sho Shin to bury his father, King Sho Yen. The building is divided into three chambers: the Middle Chamber, East Chamber, and West Chamber, and the Middle Chamber was used for washing the remains. After the washing, the remains of the king and queen were placed in the e...»

Ishigaki Yaimamura is an open-air museum centering on old houses, and is also a theme park located at the southernmost and westernmost tip of Japan. This interactive theme park recreates the good old Yaeyama houses. Ishigaki Yaima Village is adjacent to the Ramsar wetland, Nagura Ampal, where you can see mangroves on the wooden deck, and many other living creatures such as the red-footed booby, O...»

OKINAWA Fruits Land is a tropical theme park with a tropical atmosphere. About 30 kinds of tropical fruit trees are planted here, and you can also meet colorful birds. At the Fruit Cafe, you can enjoy a variety of sweets and menus using subtropical fruits unique to Okinawa. At the restaurant, you can enjoy Okinawan cuisine and original creative dishes made from fresh ingredients with a focus on ...»

Ryukyu Glass Village has the largest glass studio in Okinawa Prefecture, filled entirely with glass tiles and pieces. Visitors can watch up close as glassblowers work in the hot 1,300 degree Celsius air, creating colorful Ryukyu glass products. There are also many hands-on courses where you can create your own Ryukyu glass artwork. Visitors can also learn about the history of glass and the evol...»