30 Recommended Tourist Spots on Okinawa Main Island! A Comprehensive Guide to Famous Landmarks and Hidden Gems by Area
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30 Must-See Attractions in Okinawa
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Those who wish to enjoy history, culture, and spectacular scenery in a well-balanced manner.
Those who want to visit famous sightseeing spots in Okinawa efficiently.
◆For those who want to know the spots not to miss on their first trip to Okinawa.
For each areathing to noteSummary of thesmoothTo help you get an idea of what it is like to be on the road toEasy-to-understand introductionI'll keep at it!
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Recommended Sightseeing Spots in Naha and Southern Area
Naha (Japanese name for Okinawa Prefecture)for easy access to the base,Historyinterpoint (interword separation)cultureinterpoint (interword separation)shoppingThe center of tourism where you can enjoy the
Shuri Castle (in Kyoto)There are many historical and cultural attractions, including theShort stayBut it's a great area!
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Shurijo Castle
World Heritage Site where you can feel the history of the Ryukyu Kingdom
The symbolic architecture of the Ryukyu Kingdom, "Shuri Castle (in Kyoto)The vermilion castle walls and the ruins of the main hall have been restored to their original state, and the "OkinawaHistory & CultureYou can experience it for yourself!
Easy access from the center of Naha and full of attractions.World Heritage SpotsIt is!
◆Access: Approx. 15 minutes from Naha Airport
Admission: Adults 400 yen/High school students 300 yen/Elementary and junior high school students 160 yen
◆Closed: Open all year round (with maintenance closures)
*Please check the official website.
I can go to Shuri Castle!
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International Street.
Main street for souvenirs and gourmet food
The "Naha" is an approximately 1.6-kilometer stretch in the center of Naha.International StreetThe "Okinawa Gourmet" area is lined with Okinawan gourmet stores and souvenir stores, making it easy to experience B-class gourmet food and Ryukyuan culture.
The area is also lively at night, with local live music and street performances.
Great access from Kokusai Street!
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《Saiba Utaki》.
A power spot with a sacred atmosphere
Okinawa's oldest sacred site, "Saiba Utaki (sacred site on Mt. Saiba)(Seifa Utaki)" is a place of worship in the days of the Kingdom of the Ryukyus.
Located in a forest where Ryukyuan mythology lives on, just walking along the quiet approach to the temple is a healing experience.location thought to be flowing with mystical energyIt is!
◆Access: Approximately 1 hour and 20 minutes from Naha Airport
Enjoy the breathtaking views of Sefa Utaki!
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《Namikami Shrine》
A Power Spot in Naha Perched on a Cliff
Naminoue Shrine: Perched atop a cliff near downtown Naha, Naminoue Shrine—affectionately known locally as “Nanmin-san”—is the highest-ranking of the Eight Ryukyu Shrines.
The contrast between the vermilion shrine building and the blue sea is beautiful, and it is said to bring good fortune for those praying for a good marriage.Naha's Premier Power SpotIt is!
◆Directions: About a 10- to 15-minute drive from Naha Airport
◆Visiting Hours: 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (Free access to the temple grounds)
"Himeyuri Tower · Himeyuri Peace Memorial Museum"
A Place of Prayer Where We Learn the Value of Peace
Himeyuri Tower and Himeyuri Peace Memorial Museum: The “Himeyuri Tower,” built to commemorate the student corps who lost their lives in the Battle of Okinawa, and the adjacent “Himeyuri Peace Memorial Museum.”
Through survivor testimonies and historical documentsThe Reality of WarIt’s an educational spot that conveys this message and is worth visiting along with the Peace Memorial Park.
Basic Information
◆Directions: About 30–40 minutes by car from Naha Airport
◆Admission: Adults 450 yen / High school students 250 yen / Elementary and middle school students 150 yen (Admission to the Himeyuri Tower is free)
◆Hours: 9:00 a.m.–5:25 p.m. (Last admission at 5:00 p.m.)
A Must-See for First-Time Visitors!
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Peace Memorial Park
A place to learn about the history of the Battle of Okinawa
The Sacrifices of the Battle of Okinawa," which tells the story of the sacrifices made during the Battle of Okinawa.Peace Memorial ParkThe "Peace Museum" is home to the "Cornerstone of Peace" and other museums for learning about the memory of the war.
This is a spot that will deepen your heart and deepen your desire for peace☆.
◆Access: Approximately 30 minutes from Naha Airport
◆Admission fee: Free
◆Closed: Open all year round
Umikazi Terrace, Senagashima
A Resort Town with Stunning Views Near the Airport
Senaga Island Umikaji Terrace: Located about a 10-minute drive from Naha Airport, “Senaga Island Umikaji Terrace”—which evokes the atmosphere of a Mediterranean town—features,Cafes and general storesThere are about 47 stores, including...
With terrace seating overlooking the ocean where you can relax, this is a spot with stunning views—perfect for a quick stop before or after your flight!
◆Directions: About a 10- to 15-minute drive from Naha Airport
◆Business Hours: 10:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. (may vary by location)
Including Senaga Island Umikaji Terrace
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Okinawa World.
A theme park where you can experience culture and nature
'TheOkinawa Worldis a limestone cave ".Gyokusendo (temple in Kyoto)orTraditional Craft Experience, ,Hub Natural History Parkbe complete withOkinawa Cultural Theme ParkIt is!
It's a popular spot where you can enjoy the Eisa dance and experience history, nature, and entertainment all at once!
Access: 35 minutes by car from Naha Airport
Parking: Free parking available
◆Opening hours: 9:00 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.
"Kudaka Island"
The “Island of the Gods,” Where the Ryukyu Creation Myth Lives On”
Kudaka Island: Kudaka Island, where legend has it that the creator god Amamikiyo descended, is a “divine island” revered alongside Sefa Utaki.
About a 15- to 25-minute boat ride from Azama Port...It's a mysterious power spot where you can leisurely explore the island on a rental bike!
◆Directions: About 40 minutes by car from Naha Airport to Azama Port, plus about 15–25 minutes by ferry
◆ Sightseeing: Feel free to explore on your own (note that some areas, such as Fubo Ontake, are off-limits)
Including Kudaka Island
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Recommended Sightseeing Spots in Chubu Area
Centered in Yomitan VillageChubu Areais a beautiful coastline and tourist facilities.
You can also enjoy a spectacular drive, marine sports, and an American atmosphere.Diverse tourist attractionsIt is!
Held in central Okinawa!
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American Village
A complex spot where you can enjoy both shopping and the night view.
The exotic "TheAmerican VillageThe "☆" is a shopping and entertainment area located in the town of Chatan.
Cafes and general stores line the street, and Sunset Beach is nearby!
Crowded at night with illuminationPopular SpotsIt is!
You can also stop by American Village!
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Cape Zanba
Spectacular spot known for its sunset
Located on the northern edge of Yomitan Village, "Cape Zanami". HeightAbout 30-meter cliffThe Pacific Ocean and coral reefs seen from the
on a clear dayKerama IslandsYou can also look over theSunset SpotIt's also well-known for that!
◆Access: 1 hour drive from Naha Airport
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Yachimun-no-sato
A village of ceramics where traditional Okinawan crafts come alive
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Okinawa's traditional pottery, "49th of the sexagenary cycle (in onmyou-dou)You can browse and shop at 』, and relax at the café and gallery!
◆Access: 1 hour drive from Naha Airport
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《Kaapo Banta》.
Cape Happiness" with a spectacular view of the ocean
Located on Miyagi Island in Uruma City, "karma from a previous existenceThe ",Cape Happinessalso calledSpectacular Power SpotsOh my god!!!
The contrast between the cobalt-blue sea and the cliffs is beautiful—it’s a hidden gem known only to those in the know!
◆Opening hours: 9:00~17:30
◆Holidays: No
◆Fees: Free of charge
◆Parking: Available
If you're looking for a kappa banta, you're in the right place.
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"Underwater Road"
An exhilarating drive along the coast
Kaichu Road: The "Kaichu Road," which connects the Yokatsu Peninsula and Heanza Island and stretches approximately 4.7 km, is a popular driving route with cobalt-blue seas stretching out on both sides.
On the way"Umi no Eki Ayahashi-kan"It's a scenic drive where you can take breaks along the way and even venture out to remote islands like Ikei Island and Hamahiga Island!
Access: 1 hour and 10 minutes by car from Naha Airport
◆Toll: Free
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Recommended Sightseeing Spots in the Northern Area
main island of OkinawaNorthern Areaare located in Onna Village and Motobu Town, as well asNatural landscapeandWorld Heritage (cultural, natural, etc.), ,A variety of beachesThe area where the
Tourist attractions are dotted along the driving route, so you can enjoy both breathtaking views and a resort-like atmosphere all at once!
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《Cave of Blue
A popular spot surrounded by mysterious light
A natural underwater cave in Onna Village, "TheBlue Cave'.
When the sun shines during the day, the cave isShining blue, ,snorkelingand ... andbeginner diverAlso popular with
The mystical sight is captivating!
For all your Okinawa diving needs.
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Manza-Mao
A spectacular view of the precipitous cliff in the shape of an elephant's nose
20-meter-high cliffThe famous "Elephant's Nose" rock shape is a symbol of the "Elephant's Nose".strand of hair on top of the head'.
The beauty of the sunset from the seaside is breathtaking,A must-see scenic spot for touristsIt is!
◆Access: 1 hour drive from Naha
Recommended bus tours to Manza-Mao
Churaumi Aquarium
One of the world's largest aquariums is an attraction.
'TheChuraumi Aquariumis a popular restaurant located in Motobu-cho, northern Okinawa Island.Large-scale aquariumIt is!
In the giant aquarium "Kuroshio Seawhale shark (Rhincodon typus)and ... andmanta rayYou can watch them swim up close and experience the charm of Okinawa's ocean firsthand!
Access: 2 hours by car from Naha Airport
You can tour Churaumi Aquarium!
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Kouri Island
Heart Rock is a hot spot for spectacular views.
Kouri BridgeA small island across theKouri Island'.
The crystal clear waters and the heart-shaped rocks on the sea, "heart lockis a hot topic on social networking sites.photo spotIt is!
◆Swimming season: Late April to October
◆Access: 1 hr. 30 min. by car from Naha Airport
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Ruins of Nakijin Castle
World Heritage Site famous for its cherry blossoms
The ruins of a castle from the Ryukyu Kingdom period, located in Nakijin Village.Ruins of Nakijin Castle". In the spring, the cherry blossoms are in full bloom, and the combination of the blossoms and the castle ruins is absolutely beautiful!
History and nature in harmonyWorld Heritage (cultural, natural, etc.)It is!
Access: 1 hour and 40 minutes by car from Naha Airport
*Lighting events are sometimes held at night. Be careful of crowds during cherry blossom season!
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"A row of fukugi trees in Bise.
Healing Walking Spots
Located in the village of Bise.Approx. 2 kmover a wide areaAphananthe oriental elm (Aphananthe aspera)'.
With its charming scenery of a traditional Okinawan village and a green tunnel, you can enjoy a leisurely stroll with the ocean as a backdrop!
Access: 1 hour and 40 minutes by car from Naha Airport
Nago Pineapple Park
Theme park for children and adults
Nago City, Japan.Nago Pineapple Parkis a popular tourist facility that takes visitors on a pineapple cruise through tropical pineapple fields!
Pineapple.sampling foodand ... andsouvenir...There are plenty of great cafes here, too, so it's highly recommended for families!
◆Opening hours: 10:00-18:00 (last admission 17:30)
Admission: 1,200 yen for 16 years old and older, 600 yen for 4-15 years old, and free for children under 4 years old.
◆Parking: Available (accommodates 200 passenger cars and 4-8 buses)
*No parking fee
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Minna-jima Island
Paradise beach for a day trip
From Motobu TownApproximately 15 minutes by high-speed boatThe "Accessible byJapan'.
Population is onlyseveral dozen peopleThe island is small, about 3.5 square kilometers, with white sand and emerald green waters, and offers a full day of snorkeling and beach resorts.
◆Access:Approximately 15 minutes by high speed passenger boat from Watakuchi Port
Ferry ticket included.Quite a bargain!!!!
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"Kouri Ocean Tower"
Observation Tower with a Spectacular View of the Island
Kouri Ocean Tower: Perched on a hilltop on Kouri Island, the “Kouri Ocean Tower” is an observation tower offering panoramic views of the island and the ocean.
An exhibition featuring a collection of more than 10,000 shells from around the world, as well as,Restaurant with an Ocean ViewIt's a spot with breathtaking views where you can have fun, too!
◆Directions: About 1 hour and 30 minutes to 2 hours by car from Naha Airport
◆Opening hours: 10:00-18:00 (last admission 17:30)
◆Admission: Adults (16 and older) 1,000 yen / Elementary and middle school students 500 yen
"Oishirin-san"
A Sacred Site Where Tropical Karst Landscapes Stretch Out
Oishi Rinzan (Asmui Spiritual Hikes) — “Oishi Rinzan” (renamed “Asmui Spiritual Hikes” in 2024), located near Cape Hedo in Kunigami Village.
250 million years agoThis area features the world’s northernmost tropical karst landscape, formed by the erosion of limestone, and is a “power spot” known as a sacred site in the Ryukyu creation myth!
Access: 2 hours by car from Naha Airport
◆Hours: 9:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m. (Park closes at 5:30 p.m.)
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"Cape Hedo"
A Cape with Spectacular Views at the Northernmost Tip of Okinawa's Main Island
Cape Hendo The northernmost point of the main island of OkinawaLocated in [...], "Cape Hedo" is a scenic spot featuring towering cliffs of uplifted coral.
On clear days, you can see all the way to Yoron Island, and it’s one of the most scenic spots in the Yanbaru region, featuring a monument that commemorates the history of the movement calling for the island’s return to the mainland!
Access: 2 hours by car from Naha Airport
◆Tour: Feel free to explore on your own
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Kerama Islands (Zamami, Tokashiki)
Kerama blue in love with the world
From NahaferryIt takes only a short time to get there by "Kerama Islands' is one of the clearest in the world."Kerama Blue"Attractive☆.
Diving and observation are also recommended!
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Kozamami Beach
Popular beach with excellent transparency
located on Zamami Island.Kozamami Beachis a white sandy beach and crystal clear ocean.Spectacular beachesOh my god!!!
It is a great spot for beginner diving and snorkeling, and its blue color makes it a photogenic spot.
Swimming season: mid-April to late November
◆Opening hours: 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Access: 5 minutes by car from Zamami Port, 20 minutes on foot
Abalone Beach
A spectacular beach representing Tokashiki Island
The most popular " on Tokashiki IslandAwaren BeachThe ",shoalindicates certainty, emphasis, etc.crystal-clear seaThe area has a spectacular view of the
Snorkeling and marine activities are also available,Kerama BlueYou can fully enjoy the
Access: 35 minutes by high-speed boat from Tomari Port
▼Stroll Along Awa Beach & Whale Watching
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Remote Island Spots in Okinawa to Visit by Airplane
From Main IslandairplaneI'm going in.Yaeyama Islands (Okinawa)' and 'Miyako IslandsThe extra edition of the "☆" section.
You will have to go a little bit further, but the special and spectacular view andOkinawan cultureis waiting for you!
If you are looking for information on the remote islands of Okinawa, please contact us.
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Ishigaki Island
Resort island that serves as a base for Yaeyama tourism
Remote Island Sightseeingfront doorwhich is "Ishigaki Island'-' (used in place of '-')The following is a list of the most common problems with the "C" in the "C" column.
Popular as a base for access to rich nature and remote islands!
Kabira Bayand ... andTaketomi Island Sightseeing...and you can also enjoy cultural experiences like awamori and brown sugar!
Click here to see the ranking of popular Ishigaki Island tours.
Miyakojima Island
Emerald blue sea and spectacular bridge drive
Over 7 km in lengthof "Maehama Beach", which has a wealth of spectacular driving scenery, including the Irabu Bridge and the Kuruma Bridge.Miyako Island (Okinawa)』！
The variety of ocean blues will soothe your heart.
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Yonaguni Island
Spectacular scenery and romance on Japan's westernmost island
In JapanwesternmostThe inhabited island of "Yonaguni Island'.
Taiwanand the horizon with a view of thesubmarine ruinsThe starry sky is also beautiful,Historyinterpoint (interword separation)natureinterpoint (interword separation)romanceIt's a special remote island packed with all kinds of things!
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Points to Enjoy Okinawa Sightseeing More
First Trip to OkinawaBut we'll share tips on how to enjoy your trip efficiently, as well as advice on what to wear depending on the season—all to help make your trip go more smoothly!
Rent a car for efficient transportation!
In Okinawa SightseeingRental car useIt's convenient, so you can visit tourist attractions without worrying about the time!
especiallyNorth Central AreaSince public transportation is scarce in the area, a rental car provides smooth access to scenic spots and harbors to the outlying islands!
▼Convenient for Sightseeing in Okinawa
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Best Season to Visit Okinawa and What to Wear
While warm throughout the year,Spring to early summerandautumnis best!
Summer.ultra-violet raysandHigh humidityWear breathable clothing.
Winter.Light outerwearIt's reassuring to have one!
Frequently Asked Questions about Places of Interest in Okinawa
(FAQ)
Rental cars are convenient for sightseeing on the main island. Public transportation is available, but it is infrequent, so we recommend renting a car if you want to visit places of interest efficiently and without worrying about time.
summary
Can be reached by ferry from the main island.Short distance and remote islandsYou can enjoy Okinawa to the fullest with a focus on20 Places of Interestby area!
In addition, the extra section covers remote islands that require air travel, providing an overall picture of Okinawa and theTravel Planning Tipsto provide you with the following services.
Please feel free to use this as a reference for your travels!
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