Okinawa(沖縄) travel guide
Okinawa has short winters.
Even in January through February when it’s coldest, the average temperature is 17℃ (62.6°F).
There are many warmer days where temperatures exceeding 20℃ (68°F) are not uncommon.
However, strong ocean winds can make it feel colder and choosing the right clothes is difficult.
Here is some advice on the right clothing for you to enjoy your winter travel in Okinawa. We hope you find the information helpful.
Did you know that there are 13 airports (excluding US military facilities) in Okinawa including airports on remote islands?
If you are planning to visit one of these remote islands, you should know about the airports there.
So, today, we will introduce all the airports in Okinawa!
Some remote islands can be accessed by air and ocean while some can only be reached by air or ocean.We will cover them as well!
One of the appeals of Okinawa’s main island is that you can travel between islands by car.
Prominent among these is Sesoko Island, for the clearness of the water and the whiteness of its beaches.
We are going to go over plenty of information about the marine sports, activities, and cafes you can enjoy in Sesoko Island, as well as how to get around and access these locations.
With such gorgeous scenery and clear water, you won’t want to wait to visit!
“Nagannu Island” is an island where you can visit on a small boat leaving from Naha, close enough for a day trip. It is one of the Kerama Islands and popular for its beautiful ocean.
Today we will show you about our experience at Nagannu Island! We hope people who are thinking about going there will refer to this information.
In March 2014, Okinawa’s ‘Kerama Islands’ were designated as a national park.
The sea around the Kerama Islands is popularly known as ‘Kerama Blue’ because of the many gradients of blue that can be seen in the sea. It is one of the most beautiful seascapes in Okinawa.
Enchanted by ‘Kerama Blue’, many tourists from around the world come to visit the area.
This time we will introduce one of the Kerama Islands called ‘Aka Island’.
Aka Island has it all – from stunning beaches to delicious food and bars with great cocktails.
Please check our model course that will make the most of your time on the island!
For trips to Okinawa, don’t we all want to stay in a luxurious hotel just once?
It is a moment of pure bliss to be able to enjoy Okinawa’s beautiful ocean, and the easy-paced life of the southern islands in a luxury hotel.
As we introduce eight of the best hotels in Okinawa, we will be ranking them in terms of guest satisfaction based on reviews and pricing.
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Okinawa is synonymous with the sea.
It’s said that the reason why Okinawa’s seas shine a pretty emerald blue is because the white sand that coral reefs make reflects the sunlight and ocean currents, starting with the Kuroshio, wash away contamination.
Even knowing that Okinawa’s seas are beautiful, there are lots of people who worry themselves about which places have spectacular ocean views.
For such people, we’re going to introduce five spots with spectacular ocean views, as well as five cafés where you can enjoy the sea.
We’d be glad if you made this article a reference for enjoying Okinawa’s seas even more.
We all want to dive into the underwater world, at least once. The fishes living in nature, the stunning coral reefs, the white sand, the topographical features—the underwater world is truly a beautiful and mysterious place.
Even those without a license can peek into the underwater world through trial diving lessons.
Get ready to be introduced to the charm of diving in Ishigaki Island. Wouldn’t you like to experience the fun of diving in a tropical island, at least once?
“Benimo Sweet Potato Tart” is a souvenir staple from Okinawa.
The Benimo Sweet Potato Tart is made by “Okashi Goten” Sweets Palace, the original store known for sweet potato confections.
This store is frequented with people who visit during their trip to Okinawa.
We’ve got a bonus tidbit of information, that “There’s a rare, exclusive experience available only at the Onna store branch of Okashi-Goten.
To see if this is true, we’re going undercover to check out the Okashi-Goten Onna store.
What type of exclusive experience could there be at such an already well-known place?! Let’s go and check it out!
sightseeing
Introducing highlights on tourist spots and superb view of Okinawa.
accommodation
Introducing facility information on accommodations like hotel and ryokan.
knowledge
Introducing unique cultures and customs of Okinawa.
event
Introducing information on events in Okinawa.
play-experience
Introducing information on activities and local experience in Okinawa.
buy
Introducing souvenirs and local specialties which you want to buy in Okinawa.
gourmet
Introducing information on restaurants and things you want to eat in Okinawa.
travel-tips
Introducing useful information about traveling.
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