Ishigaki Island’s Sightseeing Spots and Their Driving Routes

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Ishigaki Island in Okinawa prefecture – a popular island for its beautiful sea and southern island climate.
There are many people who visit Ishigaki and Okinawa’s main island within the same trip.

So this time, for those who ‘want to fully enjoy their stay for a short period of time’ we introduce several sightseeing plans that range from 3 hours to 1night/2days where you can fully enjoy the island. We hope you find it helpful.
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Miyako Island Sightseeing Spots(Miyakojima)

Miyako Island “So what places on Miyako Island(Miyakojima) are worth seeing, and where are they? How should I go around the island?”

We wrote this article for people wondering about those questions. Feel free to use this as a reference if you’re thinking about a trip to Miyako Island.

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10 Places to Go for a Drive in Okinawa: Spots and Advice

okinawa-drive-spot-image01In this article, we describe 10 spots that are only accessible by car, and currently being popular through word of mouth.
We also added an introduction of traffic conditions and rules in Okinawa that you should keep in mind.
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Murasaki Mura Visit Report

MurasakimuraのseesaafactoryWhat can I do at ‘Murasaki Mura?’ Budget? Required time??

… We visited in person to answer those questions! Read more

“CHURAUMI AQUARIUM” Family Vacation Report

churaumi aquarium imagephotoThe ”Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium” is a regular sightseeing spot for visitors to Okinawa.

As the mother of two children, I planned this trip because I wanted to show my children one of the largest-scale aquariums in the world!

This article includes my impressions, the amount of time required inside the aquarium, the exhibits that my children found particularly interesting, and a compilation of must-see attractions.

I’ll also introduce resting and eating locations for those with small children, and talk about the degree of congestion in the facility.
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Churaumi Aquarium Access (Rental car or bus)

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Churaumi Aquarium, the classic tourist spot that almost any traveler to Okinawa visits!

Churaumi Aquarium is extremely famous, but is in fact located about two hours (90km) away from the prefectural capital Naha City.
In this article, we will introduce people who visit for the first time how to go by rental car or bus.
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Report on my experience staying at Senagajima Hotel

Senaga island image Ryukyu Onsen Senagajima Hotel has several selling points.

  • You can enjoy views of the ocean and airport
  • There is a natural hot spring which is rare in Okinawa
  • It is near Naha Airport and Kokusai-dori street
  • The hotel has not been open long and is sparkling clean

One wants to know whether all of these points live up to expectations. I went and actually stayed at the hotel and checked every nook and cranny to bring you the information.
I will bring you all the details, starting with the parts that lived up to expectations, before going on to the not-so-good parts!Read more

Let A Travel Agent Tell You: How to Have Fun in the Kerama Islands!

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What are the Kerama Islands like? What is there to do? How do you get there?
This page provides answers to these questions and more from a travel agent that has many years of experience traveling in Okinawa.

From basic info about the Kerama Islands, the best beaches, diving spots and other must-see attractions, to how to get there and recommended lodging. An indispensable reference if you are thinking about visiting the Kerama Islands!
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The “Blue Cave” of Okinawa! A complete explanation of the popular marine spot

okinawan blue cave The most famous snorkeling and diving spot on the main island of Okinawa is the Blue Cave. It is covered completely in blue light and radiates a wondrous atmosphere.

The fish of the Blue Cave are used to people, and will make you happy when they come up close to you. Now, without delay we will introduce the ways you can enjoy the mysterious experience in the wonder that is the Blue Cave!
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12 Popular Beaches on Okinawa’s Main Island

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Okinawa’s main island has around 130 recognized beaches. Each beach has its own personality; beaches with exceptional water quality, beaches that are safe for children to play in, and untouched beaches. In this article, we will feature 12 distinct beaches from each category. Find your favorite beach and enjoy it in your style!
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