Weather, clothing, and recommended activities in October on the main island of Okinawa!

What is October like on the main island of Okinawa?

Okinawa (prefecture)A year-round tourist destination with beautiful nature and culture. Such is the case with Okinawa.October.Recommended season to enjoy mild weather!

andTourists are a little calmer than in high season.So, you can take your time to enjoy the experience.

This article introduces the weather and activities in October in Okinawa! Please refer to it♪

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Weather in Okinawa in October (temperature and water temperature)

Temperatures in October areAverage 25°Cand therefore comfortable temperatures that provide relief from the hot summer months.

On sunny days, the temperature rises during the day, so marine activities can be fully enjoyed!

Also, after the typhoon season, precipitation levels settle down in October.

The weather is stable and it is a very good season to enjoy Okinawa!

What to wear and bring in October in Okinawa

October is very hot with strong sunshine and no wind.Short sleeves and short pants are fine!

It is a good idea to have one lightweight cloak for protection against UV rays and for mornings and evenings when the temperature drops.

Temperatures will be cooler, but the sun will still be strong, so it is a good idea to bring sun protection items such as parasols, sunglasses, and hats!

October is a season of both hot and cold weather, so be prepared to bring something flexible to accommodate the climate.

Get a taste of Okinawan culture!
Recommended events in October

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

Naha Tug of War Festival

This is a traditional festival held annually in Naha City, Okinawa Prefecture.

The main event of the festival is a tug-of-war competition in which a large number of participants pull a large tug of war.

At the festival you can experience Okinawan culture and traditions,Locals and tourists enjoy togetherYou can do it!

Uruma Festival (Aug. 15 festival held at Uruma, Saitama Prefecture)

The event is held every fall in Uruma City in central Okinawa Prefecture, and the highlight of the festival is a bullfighting tournament.

It is a specialty of Uruma City, where bullfighting is popular, but instead of bulls vs. people like in Spain, bulls fight each other.

Cows weighing more than one ton collide with each other with great force!

It appears that 2024 will be the last time the event will be held at Gushigawa Sports Park due to renovation work.

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 is very convenient for participating in tours and visiting tourist spots!

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You can still enjoy the ocean!
Recommended October Activities in Okinawa

Here are some activities you can enjoy in October in Okinawa.

We have carefully selected activities that you can enjoy to the fullest in the great outdoors.

snorkeling

Snorkeling is one of the typical marine activities!

You can observe cute tropical fish and colorful coral while snorkeling in the crystal clear waters.

Those who want to try marine activities easilySnorkeling is recommended for the

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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

For those who want to enjoy the sea more, diving is recommended!

Diving, which allows you to dive deeper into the ocean than snorkeling, allows you to fully enjoy the Okinawan sea.

Beautiful ocean that can only be experienced by divingLet's explore the

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Okinawa Blue Cave】Boat Experience Diving Tour☆《Comes with high quality GoPro photo & video recording》Comes with exciting 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

Special Spring 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

Special Spring SALE [Onna Village, Okinawa/Half Day] Limited to 5 groups everyday! Blue Cave Experience Diving & Parasailing with Great View《GoPro Underwater Photography》Dedicated Boat & Exclusive 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

Canoeing and kayaking are also recommended as activities that provide a sense of adventure in a casual manner.

Even beginners who have never been in a canoe or kayak before can participate!

You can relax and enjoy the pleasant tropical breeze in October♪.

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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 hours9,500 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 hours5,800 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 hours5,800 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)". (34 total) アクティビティの詳細を見る

SUP

SUP is a marine activity in which you stand on a surfboard and paddle with a single paddle to go through the ocean.Popular with social networking sitesWe are collecting the

Sunset SUP is a great way to watch the sunset in the best situation, and it will surely be a wonderful memory at the end of your trip♪

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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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parasailing

Parasailing is a great experience while being pulled by a motorboat.

Looking at the tropical sea from high up in the sky is a unique and moving experience♪

Even beginners can easily try it!

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Special Spring 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

Parasailing 200m course with great view of the Kerama Islands☆10 min. from Naha Airport! You can join on the day of arrival and departure.開始時間Select from flights from 9:00 to 15:00所要時間Approx. 1.5 hours6,500 yen

Special Spring SALE [Onna Village, Okinawa / 1 day] Limited to 5 groups every day! Blue Cave Snorkeling & Parasailing Tour by our own private boat 《Photo Free / Tropical Fish Feeding》（No.48)開始時間9:00 / 11:00 / 13:00 / 15:00所要時間Approx. 4.5 hours17,000 yen →directional marker or indicator14,500suffix for names of swords, armour, musical instruments, etc.

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Sightseeing Bus Tour

Guided sightseeing bus tours are a great way to enjoy Okinawa more.

You don't have to drive yourself, and you can relax and enjoy the scenery on the bus.â

October.Tourists are a little calmer than in high season.This allows you to take your time and enjoy the popular tourist spots.

Recommended bus tours are here↓↓.

1-Day Sightseeing Bus Tour with Churaumi Aquarium Ticket (Course C)★Churaumi Aquarium→Kouryuri Island→Gokashi-Goten→Manzamo→Taitani American Village (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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Recommended Sightseeing Spots in Okinawa in October

Next, we will discuss recommended sightseeing spots.

There are many attractive tourist spots in Okinawa!

In this issue, we have picked out a few spots that we particularly recommend... ♪

Churaumi Aquarium

Churaumi Aquarium is known as one of the largest aquariums in the world, where visitors can observe a variety of marine life.

The largest exhibition tank is called the "Kanegon Large Tank," where you can see whale sharks and other large fish swimming up close.

Stop by Churaumi AquariumBus tours are available.So, it is recommended for those who do not have a rental car!

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

1-Day Sightseeing Bus Tour with Churaumi Aquarium Ticket (Course C)★Churaumi Aquarium→Kouryuri Island→Gokashi-Goten→Manzamo→Taitani American Village (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

Shuri Castle (in Kyoto)

Shuri Castle is a historical structure located on the main island of Okinawa.

There are beautiful gardens and observatories in the surrounding area, where visitors can also enjoy views of the Shurijo Castle area!

October is recommended because it is easier to stroll around in October when the heat is a little cooler.

Kouri Island

Located in Motobu-cho in the northern part of Okinawa's main island, the island is popular for its beautiful beaches and crystal clear waters!

The waves are calm and you can enjoy snorkeling and swimming.

The view from the Kouri Ohashi Bridge, which one passes through on the way to Kouri Island, is also beautiful, and is especially famous for its beautiful sunset.

Basic Information on Kouri Island

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.

↓arrow (mark or symbol)Held on Kouri IslandClick here for recommended tours! Click here for recommended tours

Northern Okinawa/75 min】Completely private tour! Kouri Island Boat Cruise Tour☆Convenient access from popular sightseeing spots! (No.64)開始時間9:00 - 16:00 (every 90 minutes)所要時間Approx. 75 min.6,000 yen

Northern Okinawa/3 hours] Completely chartered! Spectacular Jet Touring For small boat pilot license holders! Unexplored beaches and caves can be explored♪ (No.68)開始時間9:00-12:00 / 13:00-16:00所要時間Approx. 3 hours35,000 yen

Fun Diving Off Kouri Island, Okinawa★A 100-meter-long shipwreck lies off Kouri Island!開始時間7:00-12:00所要時間Approx. 5 hours25,000 yen

↓arrow (mark or symbol)You can go to Kouri Island.Click here for recommended bus tours! Click here for recommended bus tours

Sightseeing Bus Tour (Course B)★Tropical Dream Center→Gokagaten Temple→Manzamo→Ryukyumura→Hoshino Resort Banta Cafe (No.11)開始時間Varies depending on the meeting place.所要時間Approx. 10 hours6,500 yen

Yanbaru Forest

Yanbaru Forest is a subtropical rainforest that stretches across the northern part of Okinawa's main island.Great spot for hiking and nature walks.It is.

It is easy to spend time in the fall and enjoy the beautiful natural scenery.

Basic Information on Yanbaru Forest

Address: 905-1411
Hedona, Kunigami-mura, Kunigami-gun, Okinawa, Japan
Access: ◆ By car
From Naha Airport, enter the Naha Interchange and drive north on the expressway for approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes.

◆For buses
Highway Bus: Approximately 1 hour and 35 minutes from Naha Airport Bus Terminal to Nago City (1~2 buses per hour)
Yanbaru Express Bus: Approximately 1 hour and 40 minutes from Naha Airport Bus Terminal to Nago City (10 buses per hour)

◆For Taxis
From Naha Airport to downtown Nago costs about 15,000 yen and takes about 1 hour and 30 minutes

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↓arrow (mark or symbol)Held in Yanbaru ForestClick here for recommended tours! Click here for recommended tours

Nago City, Okinawa/3 hours] Great Adventure in the World Heritage Yanbaru Forest☆Jungle River Trekking Tour with Thrills and Adventurous Spirit★Free Photo（No.34開始時間8:30-11:30 / 13:00-16:00所要時間Approx. 3 hours8,500 yen

Sesoko Island

Located in the northeastern part of Okinawa's main island, the island is dotted with beautiful beaches and historical sites.

There is a beautiful beach called "Sesoko Beach," where you can enjoy snorkeling and swimming in the crystal clear waters!

Cape Sesoko Misaki, located at the northernmost tip of Sesoko Island, is a beautiful cape and a spectacular viewpoint!

The sunsets, especially in autumn, are spectacular and highly recommended.

Basic Information on Sesoko Beach

Address: 905-0227
5583-1 Sesoko, Motobu-cho, Kunigami-gun, Okinawa, Japan
Access: [Car] Approximately 1.5 hours northward on Route 58 from Naha Airport.

Bus】Take "No. 888 Yanbaru Express Bus" or "No. 117 Express Bus (direct to Churaumi)" from Naha Airport and get off at "Motobu Port". Take a cab to the hotel, which takes about 10 minutes.

Sesoko Beach   Sesoko Beach is a remote island connected to the main island of Okinawa by a bridge and accessible by car. It is an 800m long natural beach surrounded by rich nature, with the azure blue surface of coral reefs and beautiful sunsets. Many tropical fishes such as mongara and lurid snappers are [...].

↓arrow (mark or symbol)Held on Sesoko IslandClick here for recommended tours! Click here for recommended tours

No license required] Morning / Afternoon diving for 1 group only! Boat Experience Diving (2 Dives) Photo Present (No.50)開始時間8:00-12:00 / 12:30-16:30所要時間Approx. 4 hours18,000 yen

No license required] Limited to 1 group per afternoon! Boat Experience Diving (1 dive) Photo Present (No.54)開始時間12:30-15:30所要時間Approx. 3 hours15,000 yen

Nago, Okinawa/3 hours] Completely chartered! Spectacular Jet Touring For small boat pilot license holders! You can also explore the island and go swimming♪ (No.69)開始時間9:00-12:00 / 13:00-16:00所要時間Approx. 3 hours35,000 yen

summary

In this issue, we have introduced the month of October in Okinawa in detail.

The weather in October is pleasant and comfortable, and because there are fewer tourists after the high season, you can visit tourist spots more calmly!

Let's go play in October in Okinawa, which is full of charm♪

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