Experience something out of the ordinary at the Okinawa limestone caves! What is the remarkable and spectacular spot where you can enjoy the feeling of exploration?

An extraordinary world to experience in Okinawa!
What are the remarkable limestone caves where you can enjoy the feeling of exploration?

Okinawa is known for its blue ocean and white sandy beaches as typical tourist attractions, but in fact, it is also known for its "limestone cave"..." is also quietly gaining attention!

The limestone caves that nature has created over tens or hundreds of thousands of years are like stepping into another world.Mystical spaceOh my god!!!

The main island of Okinawa is dotted with famous limestone caves that are well worth seeing!

You can enjoy the feeling of exploration!
Three recommended famous limestone cave spots in Okinawa

There are several unique and beautiful limestone caves on the main island of Okinawa.

Here are three spots that are especially popular and highly recommended for tourists!

Gyokusendo (temple in Kyoto)
Walking in the Mysterious Underground World

Gyokusendo Cave is located within Okinawa World in Nanjo City, Okinawa Prefecture.Approx. 5,000 metersThe cave is a huge limestone cave with a total length of about 890 meters, of which about 890 meters are open to the public.

The stalactites and stalagmites formed over a period of more than 300,000 years are a sight to behold!

CAVE OKINAWA
Exploratory limestone cave tours at a hole in the ground in Yomitan Village

CAVE OKINAWA in Yomitan Village is a relatively new tourist spot!

Although the cave is compact, with a total length of approximately 200 meters, visitors can enjoy an exploration experience that takes advantage of the cave's natural state.

Ganghala Valley
Fantastic natural formative beauty

Gangara no tani is a natural valley near Gyokusen-do Cave, a spot formed by the collapse of what was once a limestone cave!

It remains a popular tourist destination today, featuring a valley with limestone caves such as Inagu Cave and Ikiga Cave, and visitors can explore the area on guided tours!

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Okinawa/South Okinawa/1 Day] World Heritage Site "Saiba Gogoku" and "Gangara no Tani" Tour of Mysterious Power Spots☆In addition, an entrance ticket to Okinawa World and lunch are included! (No.194)開始時間7:30-18:00 (varies)所要時間Approx. 7~10 hours12,500 yen

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Complete guide to attractions and photo-worthy spots

Limestone caves are popular tourist attractions that are not easily affected by weather!

Even if the weather breaks during your trip to Okinawa, limestone caves are a great place to visit.without changing the scheduleYou can visit it!

Comfortable even in the rain! Okinawa limestone caves

The temperature inside the cave stays around 21°C year-round, so you can enjoy a comfortable visit even on rainy days!

Even if it rains heavily outside, the inside of the cave is less affected, so there is no need to worry about muddy conditions or umbrellas.

especiallyrainy seasonand ... andSeason of unstable weatherSightseeing in limestone caves is recommended for those who want to

A must-see for photography lovers!
Popular photo spot for instagramming.

Gyokusendo CaveBlue Fountainis a popular photo spot on SNS because of its beautiful and fantastic light effects!

Also, the entrance area where natural light shines into CAVE OKINAWA and the valley of Gangaragiant banyan (Ficus microcarpa)Another great spot for photos!

Miyako Island and the underwater world!
Experience the unique limestone caves of Okinawa

Enjoy limestone caves on remote islands and limestone caves that can only be seen by diving, unique to Okinawa.A special limestone cave experienceWe have those, too!

Dive into the mysterious underground world!
Undersea limestone caves to experience at Cape Hendo

Hendo Dome, an underwater limestone cave, lies off the coast of Cape Hedo Misaki, located at the northernmost tip of Okinawa's main island.

Once you pass through the entrance—which begins at a depth of 14 meters—the water gets shallower, and at the end of the path, you’ll find a host of stalactites that can never be seen from land, along with a magical air dome!

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Diving at Cape Hendo, the northernmost tip of Okinawa! Boat Diving Course (No.100)開始時間6:30-12:00所要時間Approx. 5.5 hours25,000 yen

Impressed by the mysterious caves of Okinawa
caving tour

Advancing through an untouched cave with one's bodycaving tourIt's a real adventure!

The voices echoing in the quiet cave, the feel of the cold earth and the sound of water, and the feeling of being covered in mud will leave you feeling liberated!

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Okinawa/Half Day] Beginners Welcome♪ Caving Experience in Mysterious Caves☆Gentle Exploration Course for Beginners, Even Beginners Can Feel at Ease (No.252)開始時間8:00-12:00 / 13:00-17:00所要時間Approx. 3 hours11,000 yen

Okinawa/One day】A real caving experience in a mysterious cave☆The difficulty level is high! Enjoy a thrilling experience in an advanced course... (No.253)開始時間9:00-15:00所要時間Approx. 5 hours15,000 yen

Mysterious and spectacular views that appear only when the tide is out!
Miyakojima Pumpkin Cave

The Pumpkin Cave, located on Miyako Island, appears only during limited hours!

as its name impliesGiant pumpkinsA stalactite like this stands majestically in the center, and a mysterious scene unfolds—one that’s hard to believe was created by nature!

Miyakojima Pumpkin Hall
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Popular Cafes near Okinawa Jongnak-dong Cave

After exploring the limestone caves, taking a break at a nearby café or restaurant is one of the joys of traveling!

There are cafes in a fantastic space inside a former limestone cave and cafes in the style of old private homes, so spend a unique Okinawan time while soaking up the afterglow of an extraordinary experience.

If you enjoy limestone caves
Renting a car is recommended.

It takes about 30 minutes from Naha Airport to Gyokusendo and Gangara no tani by car, and about 50 minutes to CAVE OKINAWA.

With a rental car, you can move around with a high degree of freedom and visit multiple limestone caves efficiently!

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WA】Wagon class car《Maximum 8 Passengers》 Standard equipment of car navigation system 【Including exemption and wide coverage fee】(No.r-7)開始時間8:00-19:00所要時間Negotiable13,200 yen

Compact Class Car Rental S】Compact Class Car《Maximum 5 Passengers》 Standard equipment of car navigation system 【Including Exemption and Wide Compensation】(No.r-3)開始時間8:00-19:00所要時間Negotiable6,400 yen

Standard Class Car《Maximum 5 Passengers》 Standard equipment of car navigation system 【Including Exemption and Wide Compensation】(No.r-5)開始時間8:00-19:00所要時間Negotiable7,400 yen

summary

Okinawa's limestone caves combine beautiful natural formations with extraordinary experiences to make your trip a memorable one!

By visiting limestone caves such as Gyokusendo, CAVE OKINAWA, and the Valley of Gangara, each with different attractions,A New Side of OkinawaYou will be touched by the

Be sure to add a visit to a limestone cave to your Okinawa travel plans!

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