The weather, clothing, and recommended activities for November on the main island of Okinawa!

What is November like on the main island of Okinawa?

With its blue ocean and white sand beaches, unique culture and cuisine, Okinawa attracts many tourists throughout the year.

If you are considering a trip to such a charming Okinawa in November, this is a must-see!

In this issue, we will introduce how to spend November on the main island of Okinawa (Onna Village).

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November Climate (Temperature and Precipitation) in Okinawa Main Island

The average temperature in Okinawa in November is 22.5°C, making it a very pleasant season.

in additionNovember is the time of year when precipitation is at its calmest.It is nice to have less worry about rain!

Tour popular tourist spots in Okinawa!
▼Here are some recommended bus tours that can be enjoyed even in winter

Naha/Northern Sightseeing] 1-Day Bus Tour B-2 Course☆Churaumi Aquarium & Tropical Dream Center & Manzamo & Bise Fukugi Namiki & American Village Sightseeing Tour《Including Okinawa soba lunch and admission fee》（No.723開始時間8:10-19:10所要時間Approx. 10-11 hours8,900 yen

1 Day Bus Tour B-1 Course☆Churaumi Aquarium, Tropical Dream Center, Manzamo, Bise Fukugi Namiki, and American Village Sightseeing Tour（Including admission fee and one sightseeing car ticket）（No.722開始時間8:10-19:10所要時間Approx. 10-11 hours8,400 yen

One-Day Bus Tour D Course☆Okinawa World & Shurijo Park/Senaga Island Umikazi Terrace《Including entrance fee to Okinawa World, with automatic voice guidance》（No.720）開始時間8:30 a.m. to 5:20 p.m.所要時間Approx. 8 to 9 hours6,000 yen

What to wear and bring in November on the main island of Okinawa

Short sleeves or a light jacket is sufficient during the day!

The sun's rays soften, but stillUltraviolet rays 1.8 times more intense than in HonshuSo, be sure to take proper measures to protect yourself from sunburn because there are

Travel expenses in November on the main island of Okinawa

November is the off-season for travel to the main island of Okinawa, so it is a time when travel costs can be kept relatively low.

For example, the price of a 3-day/2-night tour with car rental is stable at around 50,000 yen throughout the month.

However,Rates increase during consecutive holidays due to "Culture Day," which is a national holiday.The maximum cost can be as high as 121,800 yen, so be careful about the timing of your trip.

November is a great time for sightseeing and cultural experiences, although the weather is mild and swimming at the beach is difficult.

By visiting Okinawa during this season, you will be able to enjoy a fulfilling trip while keeping your budget in check☆.

November Events on Okinawa Main Island

Next, we would like to introduce some November events in Okinawa!

Fun all year round!
Okinawa Recommended Activity Tours

Onna Village, Okinawa/1.5 hours] Sea turtle encounter rate 90% ongoing☆Beach snorkeling tour to swim with sea turtles of your dreams Beginners are welcome♪ (No.156)開始時間8:00-9:30 / 10:00-11:30 / 12:00-13:30 / 14:00-15:30 / 16:00-17:30所要時間Approx. 1 hr. 30 min.9,000 yen

Onna Village, Okinawa/2.5 hours] Same-day reservation OK! Blue Cave Boat Snorkeling Tour with Feeding Experience (No.3)開始時間9:00-11:30 / 11:00-13:30 / 13:00-15:30 / 15:00-17:30所要時間Approx. 2.5 hours4,000 yen

3 Point Kerama Islands Snorkeling (with free photo data and lunch) (No.301)開始時間7:40am - 2:00pm所要時間Approx. 7 hours12,000 yen

Okinawa International Carnival

In OkinawaLate November every yearThe Okinawa International Carnival will be held on

At the Okinawa International Carnival, visitors can enjoy costume parades, samba parades, and other events unique to Okinawa City, where foreign cultures blend in!

Many foreigners also participated,Many exotic food stalls will also be open.One of the

The main event, the "International Tug of War," will be filled with the excitement of participants from different nationalities pulling the tug of war in unison.

*The date for the 2024 event has not yet been determined.

What a Wonderful World

What a Wonderful World is a music event held every November in Okinawa, a land of rich nature.A festival where you can enjoy musicIt is.

The event is known for its wide range of musical genres, featuring both national and international artists.

Since this is a time of year when Okinawa’s climate is mild and pleasant, this event is the perfect way to enjoy autumn in Okinawa while experiencing its music, culture, and nature!

Shohashi Half Marathon in Nanjo City

The Shohashi Half Marathon in Nanjo City is held every November in Nanjo City, Okinawa Prefecture.Popular Running EventsIt is.

Shobashi, after whom the marathon is named, was a great king who unified the Ryukyu Kingdom in the 15th century, and the marathon is popularly associated with him.

This half marathon features a course that takes runners through the beautiful nature and historic sites of Nanjo City!

Tsuboya Yachimun Street Festival

Tsuboya Yachimun Street Festival is held in November on Tsuboya Yachimun Street in Naha City.Traditional Craft Pottery FestivalIt is.

Yachimundo means "pottery" in the Okinawan dialect, and at this festival, visitors can enjoy traditional Okinawan pottery works up close.

During the festival, not only are ceramic works displayed and sold at shops and stalls along the street, but there are also live demonstrations and workshops led by artisans, allowing visitors to experience Okinawa’s ceramic art culture!

Shurijo Restoration Festival

The Shurijo Reconstruction Festival is held in November at Shurijo Castle in Okinawa to celebrate the reconstruction of Shurijo Castle,An important event for Okinawa's history and cultureIt is.

Shuri Castle, an iconic structure from the Ryukyu Kingdom era, was lost to fire in 2019, and this festival is held to support efforts to restore it.

There will also be performances of Ryukyuan dance and music, allowing visitors to experience Ryukyuan culture firsthand!

Let's make your trip comfortable and convenient!
Advance reservations required for rental cars on the main island of Okinawa.

If you want to travel comfortably in Okinawa, a rental car is recommended.

It's very convenient for joining tours and visiting tourist attractions! Reservations fill up quickly, so once you've finalized your travel plans, be sure to book your rental car as early as possible!

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Can I swim in the ocean in November in Okinawa?

Although the temperature in Okinawa in November is warmer than in Honshu, it is a point of concern whether one can enjoy swimming in the sea.

The average temperature in November is around 22°C (72°F), and the sea water temperature is about 25°C (77°F), making it difficult to feel the cold.

Especially if the weather is nice,You can also enjoy swimming in the sea.I am sure you will!

In addition, activities such as snorkeling and diving are offered year-round, so there are plenty of options for enjoying the ocean!

It can also be enjoyed in the ocean in the fall!
Recommended November Activities in Okinawa

In OkinawaActivities to enjoy the beautiful sea even in NovemberThere are many

Please refer to it for your Okinawa travel planning.

snorkeling

Snorkeling is one of the typical marine activities!

Those who want to try marine activities easilyWe highly recommend snorkeling!

In November, there is less rain and the weather is more stable, allowing for clear observation of the underwater scenery and creatures.

↓Click here for recommended plans including snorkeling.

Onna Village, Okinawa/2.5 hours] Same-day reservation OK! Blue Cave Boat Snorkeling Tour with Feeding Experience (No.3)開始時間9:00-11:30 / 11:00-13:30 / 13:00-15:30 / 15:00-17:30所要時間Approx. 2.5 hours4,000 yen

Onna Village, Okinawa / 2.5 hours] Blue Cave Snorkeling Tour for children from 1 year old! Safe and secure because it is a private tour for one group, even if you can't swim 《Feeding experience included / Free photo & video clip》 Same-day reservations OK (No.4)開始時間9:00-11:30 / 11:00-13:30 / 13:00-15:30 / 15:00-17:30所要時間Approx. 2.5 hours6,000 yen

Onna Village, Okinawa: A bearskin paradise! Boat snorkel experience tour 《with free photo shooting & feeding experience》（No.37)開始時間8:00 / 10:00 / 12:30 / 14:30所要時間Approx. 2.5 hours6,800 yen

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diving

Diving is a great way to go deeper into the ocean than snorkeling and enjoy underwater exploration.

Wearing a wetsuit lets you swim comfortably even in the cooler waters of November!

↓Click here for recommended plans including diving

[Okinawa Blue Cave / 2.5 Hours] Same-Day Reservations Accepted! Boat-Based Introductory Diving Tour☆《Includes High-Quality Photos & Video Files》Plus an Exciting Fish Feeding Experience! (No. 2)開始時間9:00-11:30 / 11:00-13:30 / 13:00-15:30 / 15:00-17:30所要時間Approx. 2.5 hours16,000 yen

Autumn Special SALE 【Feb-Nov】Okinawa 2 Major Activities Conquer☆Beginners welcome "Blue Cave" Experience Diving & Sound Parasailing Course♪ (No.117)開始時間9:15 / 9:50 / 11:15 / 11:20 所要時間Approx. 3.5 hours16,350 yen

★Fall Special Sale [Onna Village, Okinawa / Half-Day] Limited to 5 groups per day! Blue Cave Introductory Diving & Scenic Parasailing 《GoPro Underwater Photos》 Reliable support with a dedicated boat and personal underwater guide (No. 47)開始時間9:00 / 11:00 / 13:00 / 15:00所要時間Approx. 4.5 hours21,000 yen →directional marker or indicator18,500suffix for names of swords, armour, musical instruments, etc.

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Canoe (Kayak)

If swimming is not your thing, canoeing or kayaking is recommended!

A strange sensation as if floating on waterYou can experience a walk on the water at

With a variety of times and locations available, please find the tour that best suits your plans and preferences!

↓Click here for recommended plans including canoeing and kayaking.

Onna Village, Okinawa/Excellent safety measures certified☆] Thrilling uninhabited island sea kayaking and snorkeling 《with high-quality photos and videos》（No.61）.開始時間8:00-12:00 / 12:30-16:30所要時間Approx. 4 hours6,800 yen

Onna Village, Okinawa Main Island/Onna Village/Onna Village: Sea kayak with private guide & tropical fish snorkeling tour on a tropical white beach (same-day reservation OK!)開始時間9:00 / 10:30 / 14:00 / 15:00所要時間Approx. 2.5 to 3 hours7,900 yen

Onna Village, Okinawa/One hour】Adults 0 years old and up are welcome to join!開始時間8:00-9:30 / 10:00-11:30 / 12:00-13:30 / 14:00-15:30 / 16:00-17:30所要時間Approx. 1 hr. 30 min.10,000 yen →directional marker or indicator9,000suffix for names of swords, armour, musical instruments, etc.

↓ Tours in the mangroves are also very popular! ↓↓

Hishikawa, Okinawa Main Island】 ★No cancellation fee ★Sunset mangrove kayak tour to enjoy the beautiful sunset over the East China Sea! Photo gift & special discount available (No.142)開始時間1.5 hours before sunset所要時間Approx. 2 hours6,300 yen

Last-Minute Reservations OK! Discounts available for ages 2 and up! Experience the unique nature of Okinawa! Mangrove kayak tour (No.136)開始時間9:00 / 10:00 / 11:00 / 13:00 / 15:00所要時間Approx. 2 hours5,800 yen

Okinawa Main Island, Hiyagawa River】 ★No cancellation fee ★Let's go on a mangrove kayak tour to meet the creatures of the Hiyagawa River ★Picture Presents & Special Discounts Available! (No.141)開始時間9:00 / 10:00 / 11:00 / 13:00 / 15:00所要時間Approx. 2.5 hours6,300 yen

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Okinawa Main Island Canoe (Kayak) Tour Enjoyable for men and women of all ages! Okinawa Canoeing/Kayaking Experience Tour A popular activity that you should try at least once when you come to the main island of Okinawa (including Onna Village), "canoeing (kayaking)". (39 total) アクティビティの詳細を見る

SUP

SUP is a popular activity in recent yearsand stand on the board and paddle the oars like a canoe to move forward.

Even beginners can easily participate in this program as it uses a highly stable board!

You can sit on the board and take in the view or lie down, so you can fully experience the pleasant November tropical climate with your whole body!

↓Click here for recommended plans including SUP

Onna Village, Okinawa／1～2 hours】Will definitely look great on SNS! Clear SUP Experience Course☆Guiding to the most beautiful beach where sea turtles live ＜Including high quality drone shooting＞ (No.155)開始時間8:00-9:30 / 10:00-11:30 / 12:00-13:30 / 14:00-15:30 / 16:00-17:30所要時間Approx. 1 hr. 30 min.10,000 yen →directional marker or indicator9,000suffix for names of swords, armour, musical instruments, etc.

Onna Village (northern part of the main island) / 2.5 hours】Beginners welcome! SUP cruising tour on the beautiful beach☆Photo shooting included/Heated showers/ Changing rooms/ Free parking (No.13)開始時間8:00 / 10:00 / 12:30 / 14:30所要時間Approx. 2.5 hours4,800 yen

Onna Village, Okinawa/3 hours】Reasonable price with popular menus as a set☆Sea turtle encounter rate is more than 80%! Clear Sap & Snorkeling Tour! Unlimited Use of Facilities ★《Comes with Free Photo & Movie & Drone Shooting》（No.215）.開始時間8:00-10:30 / 11:00-13:30 / 14:00-16:30 所要時間Approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes20,000 yen →directional marker or indicator18,000suffix for names of swords, armour, musical instruments, etc.

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Sunset SUP Cruising Tour☆An exciting experience at the end of the day! Photo shooting included / hot showers / changing rooms / free parking (No.12)開始時間Varies depending on the time of sunset所要時間Approx. 2.5 hours4,800 yen

Sunset SUP Tour (same-day reservation OK) Shower and changing room available! Full of facilities★（No.139)開始時間Varies depending on the season.所要時間Approx. 2 hours5,800 yen

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Sightseeing Bus Tour

With a sightseeing bus tour, you don't have to drive in an unfamiliar area, so you can relax and enjoy yourself!

Detailed explanations and interesting stories by the guides make the tour even more enjoyable.

Small children and the elderly can participate together,This activity is popular with a wide range of people!

Recommended bus tours are here↓↓.

【Departure from Naha/Hitatan / Northern Sightseeing】 Full-Day Sightseeing Bus Tour with Churaumi Aquarium Ticket (Course C)★Churaumi Aquarium→Kouri Island→Gokashi-Goden→Manzamo→Hitatan American Village 《Only benefit for this site: Okinawa sweets included》（No.180）.開始時間8:35 / 9:05 / 9:45
*Varies depending on the boarding location.所要時間Approx. 11 hours7,480 yen

Okinawa/South Okinawa/1 Day] World Heritage Site "Saiba Gogoku" and Island of God "Hisakajima" Tour of Mysterious Power Spots ★Guided Tour《Free Time & Transportation》（No.193）.開始時間7:30-18:00 (varies)所要時間Approx. 7~10 hours12,900 yen

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Let's visit tourist attractions efficiently☆.
Recommended Model Courses in Okinawa in November

Sightseeing spots in Okinawa are scattered throughout the region.

Here are some recommended fall itineraries that you can efficiently explore by rental car!

9:00] Manza Gorge

Manzakage is a spectacular spot just halfway across Okinawa, where you can see a panoramic view of the ocean.

The boardwalk is a slow 20-30 minute walk, perfect for strolling in the autumn weather!

Manzakage Basic Information

Address: 904-0411
2767 Aza Onna, Onna Village, Okinawa, Japan
Access: [Car] Approximately 1.5 hours by car from Naha Airport

Car: 20 minutes from Cape Maeda

Bus] Approximately 20 minutes walk from Onna Village Office bus stop.

strand of hair on top of the head   Manzamo, located in Onna Village in the northern part of Okinawa's main island, is made up of coastal cliffs of Ryukyu limestone and vast lawns, and was named Manzamo because King Shokei of the Ryukyu Kingdom praised it in the early 18th century as "good enough to seat all people [...].

11:00] Kouri Bridge

It is a popular spot among tourists for its spectacular view of Okinawa, and is a bridge with a spectacular view that makes you feel as if you are driving over the ocean.

The emerald green sea spreads out on both sides of the bridge, and when you drive with the windows openA recommended spot to enjoy the spectacular view and exhilaration at the same time!

Right after you cross the bridge, you'll find a local products shop selling Okinawan fruits and souvenirs, as well as a food court where you can enjoy Okinawan cuisine, so it's a great place to stop by for lunch!

Basic Information on Kouri Bridge

Address: Nakijin Village, Okinawa Prefecture
Access: [Car] Approximately 1 hour and 40 minutes northward on Route 58 from Naha Airport.

Bus] Naha Airport/Naha City ⇒ Get off at "Nakijin Castle Ruins Entrance" (using Yanbaru Express Bus) About 2 hours and 30 minutes, 2,100 yen (in case of departure from Naha Airport)

Kouri Bridge   Kouri Ohashi Bridge is a bridge with a spectacular view that makes you feel as if you are driving on the sea.

12:30] Churaumi Aquarium

3 million people visit annually.It is one of Japan's leading aquariums.

The summer high season is very crowded with tourists, but November is a good time to relax and enjoy the area!

Churaumi Aquarium Basic Information

Address: 905-0206
424 Ishikawa, Motobu-cho, Kunigami-gun, Okinawa, Japan
Access: Approx. 2 hours by car from Naha Airport (via expressway)
Approximately 3 hours by bus (using express bus)

Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium   About Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium The Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium is one of the most popular spots in the Ocean Expo Park, where visitors can experience the rich nature, history and culture of Okinawa, as well as interact with dolphins. The concept of the aquarium is "the mystery of Okinawa, as it is. The concept of the aquarium is to allow visitors to experience the Okinawan sea in its entirety [...].

↓You can go to Churaumi Aquarium! Recommended Bus Tour

【Departure from Naha/Hitatan / Northern Sightseeing】 Full-Day Sightseeing Bus Tour with Churaumi Aquarium Ticket (Course C)★Churaumi Aquarium→Kouri Island→Gokashi-Goden→Manzamo→Hitatan American Village 《Only benefit for this site: Okinawa sweets included》（No.180）.開始時間8:35 / 9:05 / 9:45
*Varies depending on the boarding location.所要時間Approx. 11 hours7,480 yen

15:00] Gokashi-Goden

This souvenir store offers a variety of famous Okinawan sweets such as the original Beni Imo Tart.

You can enjoy tastings and other activities and have a wonderful time while you are choosing your souvenirs!

A must-see for those who lack confidence in their driving skills!
Bus tours to tourist spots are also available

This is a must-see for those who want to visit the driving courses introduced earlier but are not confident enough to drive, or those who could not rent a car.

Tours is now accepting reservations for bus tours that take you to popular tourist spots! Just make a reservation and enjoy a full day of exploring Okinawa!

↓Click here for recommended sightseeing bus tours.

【Departure from Naha/Hitatan / Northern Sightseeing】 Full-Day Sightseeing Bus Tour with Churaumi Aquarium Ticket (Course C)★Churaumi Aquarium→Kouri Island→Gokashi-Goden→Manzamo→Hitatan American Village 《Only benefit for this site: Okinawa sweets included》（No.180）.開始時間8:35 / 9:05 / 9:45
*Varies depending on the boarding location.所要時間Approx. 11 hours7,480 yen

summary

In this issue, we introduced November in Okinawa!

Okinawa is a very popular resort destination for fall travel because you can feel the tropical atmosphere even in November.

Although the sun's rays soften quickly, the amount of ultraviolet rays is still 1.8 times that of the mainland Japan, so be sure to use sunscreen and sunshade measures.

To make the most of Okinawa’s charming November, please use this as a guide before making your reservation and before you depart!

Search for popular activities and tours in Okinawa

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