At "Okinawa World", you can experience Okinawa's traditions and gourmets at once. It is packed with activities and attractions such as walks in the village that reproduced the Ryukyu Kingdom, shows by Eisa, which is a traditional performing arts, and experiences of making "shiisa" (Okinawan guardian lions). Located in the southern part of Okinawa Prefecture, Okinawa World is a … [Read more...] about Okinawa World, Okinawa
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Eisaa Matsuri (Eisaa Festival), Okinawa
Okinawa's traditional performing arts, Eisaa. If you listen to the rhythm of the unique shamisen, drums, and Ohayashi (Japanese orchestra), there will be many tensions. A big event in Okinawa where you can enjoy such Eisaa to the fullest, it is "Okinawa All Island Eisaa Festival". Eisaa is a traditional performing art that dances while walking along the boulevards of each … [Read more...] about Eisaa Matsuri (Eisaa Festival), Okinawa
Manzamou (Manza Beach), Okinawa
Manzamo (Manza Beach) is a scenic spot on the central Okinawa island and on the west coast of Onna Village. From Naha Airport, go straight north on Route 58 for about an hour. Manzamo is a cliff with a height of about 20 meters facing the beautiful blue sea and sky, and looks like an elephant's nose when viewed from the side. The area around Manzamou has been developed as a … [Read more...] about Manzamou (Manza Beach), Okinawa
Tropical Dream Center, Okinawa
The Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium, which boasts No. 1 sightseeing spot in Okinawa Prefecture, is located on the site of Ocean Expo Park. It is a popular spot for traveling in Okinawa, but do you know that it is not only the aquarium that you can enjoy? In fact, it is no good idea to look back only at the aquarium. There are other great spots in the park. Ocean Expo Park boasts … [Read more...] about Tropical Dream Center, Okinawa
Taketomijima Island, Okinawa
“Taketomi Island” (Taketomijima) is an island belonging to the Yaeyama Islands, and it is a remote island that is easily accessible by a 10-minute high-speed boat from Ishigaki Island. The island, where Okinawa's traditional cityscape is preserved, has a beauty unlike any other. Taketomi Island is adjacent to Ishigaki Island, which is the center of the Yaeyama Islands. Only 10 … [Read more...] about Taketomijima Island, Okinawa
Zamami Island, Okinawa
The Kerama Islands are about 40 kilometers west of Naha City, Okinawa Prefecture. The world's most transparent ocean is called "Kerama Blue" and attracts people all over the world. Located in the center of such Kerama Islands, it is Zamami Island where you can experience the beautiful beaches and the island's rustic charm. The Kerama Islands are made up of over 20 large and … [Read more...] about Zamami Island, Okinawa
Blue Grotto of Okinawa, Okinawa
"Blue Grotto of Okinawa" is a cave created by nature about 30 meters in length at Cape Maeda in Onna Village, Okinawa Prefecture. It is called "Blue Grotto" because the sunlight enters from the entrance of the cave and the light reflected on the sea floor makes the surface of the water glow like a blue light. It has been featured on television and magazines, and it is now one … [Read more...] about Blue Grotto of Okinawa, Okinawa
Cape Zanpa Park, Okinawa
"Cape Zanpa", the westernmost tip of Okinawa Island, is a ridge facing the East China Sea. It is a popular tourist destination with a spectacular view on the sunny day to the Kerama Islands. The surrounding area is a pristine coastline, with cliffs about 30 meters high and continuing for about 2 kilometers. It is loved by the locals as a point of fishing and diving. The sea … [Read more...] about Cape Zanpa Park, Okinawa
Pantu Festival, Okinawa
"Pantu Festival" is an event to get rid of evil spirits that is taking place in Miyakojima, Okinawa Prefecture. It is an unusual rare festival in other parts of Japan and has also been designated as important intangible folk cultural asset. The Pantu Festival is held in two districts of Hirarashimajiri and Uenonobaru of Miyakojima. Each type has a different format, but the one … [Read more...] about Pantu Festival, Okinawa
Neo Park Okinawa, Okinawa
"Neo Park Okinawa" in Nago city in the northern part of the main island of Okinawa. It is a natural botanical and animal park where you can interact with pasturing animals on a large site. Neo Park Okinawa opened in 1987 is a natural animal park that makes use of the subtropical climate and the wilderness of Yanbaru (northern part of Okinawa). The vast grounds of 22 hectares … [Read more...] about Neo Park Okinawa, Okinawa