Let's enjoy Onna Village with its attractive blue cave as a couple! Introducing travel attractions, recommended activities, and sightseeing spots!

What is Onna Village with its Blue Cave?

Have you ever heard of Onna Village, the most popular resort area on the main island of Okinawa?

Onna Village is a tourist destination boasting an area of approximately 27 km from north to south and 4 km from east to west, and is a beautiful area with many resort hotels along the west coast of the island. Onna Village is located in the center of the main island of Okinawa, which has a long and narrow shape, and its location is a major attraction as it is an easy starting point for heading anywhere on the island.

Above all, it features a number of excellent locations, including the "Blue Cave," one of the most popular spots in Okinawa Prefecture.

In this issue, we would like to introduce Onna Village sightseeing, which is ideal for couples traveling together.

 

Why Travel as a Couple?

The main island of Okinawa is much larger than its island image would suggest, and if you do not plan your trip properly, a large percentage of your itinerary will be spent traveling around the island. If a couple has gone to the trouble of visiting Okinawa, they may want to spend as much time as possible on fun activities.

Onna Village is well suited for this purpose. As mentioned at the beginning of this article, the location of the village is excellent. Furthermore, many tourist attractions are concentrated in the Onna Village area, so you can enjoy a variety of Okinawan travel experiences in close proximity to the village.

In addition, the scenic environment by the sea is full of photogenic sites, making it the perfect location for couples to create memories together.

 

Enjoy a variety of activities

And because it is located on the west coast, there are many beaches suitable for sightseeing, making it the best environment for couples to enjoy a variety of activities.

Activities that allow you to experience the Okinawan sea to the fullest are ideal for date trips.

It has become a land that many couples visit for their honeymoons.

 

You can enjoy one of the best seas in Okinawa.

Onna Village has the title of "the world's most coral-friendly village," and true to its word, the sea adjacent to Onna Village is teeming with corals.

Coral is a living organism that performs photosynthesis in the water and cycles carbon dioxide and oxygen. For this reason, the water in the sea with corals is known to become clearer, and the sea in Onna Village is no exception to this rule, being extremely transparent.

 

Let's make it a memorable experience by visiting a number of spectacular spots!

In addition, Onna Village has many good locations on land.

Visitors can see an abundance of rare plants unique to Okinawa's subtropical climate, and the area is dotted with scenic spots with a variety of interesting landforms, including capes, cliffs, and underwater caves.

Watching the sunrise over the horizon or the sunset from a vantage point, and looking up at the starry sky in the clear air at night, couples are guaranteed to have the best memories together.

 

Recommended Sightseeing Spots

Let's take a look at the recommended sightseeing spots in Onna Village.

They are all attractive places of interest!

 

Blue Cave

The Blue Cave is the first name that comes to mind as a sightseeing spot in Onna Village. The Ao no Grotto, which is located on the island of Capri in Italy, as well as several other places around the world and in Japan, is characterized by the fact that it is a sea-eroded cave.

This term refers to caves created by the sea eroding cliffs and other formations. Among the various blue caves, the one in Onna Village is one of the most popular due to its easy accessibility and environment.

 

Attractions

The name "Blue Cave" comes from the fact that sunlight reflects through the surface of the sea, turning the sea surface and the inside of the cave blue due to the wavelength of the light. The main feature of the Blue Cave in Onna Village is that visitors can enjoy snorkeling and other activities in the cave, which is colored with blue light.

You can park your car at nearby Cape Maeda Misaki and rent activity equipment. The fish in the caves are also very familiar with people, so you can even interact with them in the beautiful underwater environment.

 

Directions from Onna Village and Naha Airport

The basic method of sightseeing on the main island of Okinawa is to rent a car. If you use a rental car, you can easily reach Cape Maeda from Onna Village by searching for the nearby Cape Maeda in your car navigation system.

If you go directly from Naha Airport, you should expect to spend about one hour on the expressway and one and a half hours on the open road.

If you plan to use public transportation, you should be able to get off at the "Kuraha" bus stop and reach it on foot in about 10 minutes.

 

strand of hair on top of the head

Another natural spot that should not be missed when visiting Onna Village is Manzamo. Manzamo is a scenic spot with grassy lawns spread out on a 20-meter-high cliff.

The rugged and powerful terrain is made of Ryukyu limestone, which is unique to Okinawa, and the cliff itself is an interesting spot to look at from a distance.

The name is not very familiar, but it comes from a former king of Ryukyu who called the area and landscape "enough hair for all to sit on" or a field large enough for all to sit on.

Hearing that the place was praised by the king himself makes one appreciate it more as a place of great historical value.

 

Attractions

The most attractive feature of Manzakage is its location. From the top of the cliff, a panoramic view of the vast East China Sea can be seen, and the beauty of the scenery is one of the best on the main island of Okinawa.

The lawn and the plants in the area are also designated by the prefecture as "Manzamage Limestone Plant Community," a precious natural treasure, so you can also feel the abundant greenery of Okinawa.

The spacious parking lot makes it easy to visit, and there are stores along the road leading to the cliffs with a great view, making it fun for couples to look around.

 

Directions from Onna Village and Naha Airport

Manzakage is a very well-known spot, so if you enter the name of the place into your rental car's navigation system, the location will be displayed.

It is basically unlikely that you will get lost when visiting from within Onna Village. Estimated travel time from Naha Airport directly to Manzakage is around 1 hour by expressway and 1.5 hours by ordinary road.

If you are traveling by bus, get off at "Manza Beach Mae" and it is a short walk from there.

 

Cape Maeda

Similar to Manzamage, Cape Maeda Misaki is another spot where visitors can enjoy the view from a small elevated spot. As mentioned in the section on the Blue Cave, Maeda Misaki is located at the entrance to the Blue Cave.

Like Manzagae, this area is also made of uplifted Ryukyu limestone, which is formed by corals in the sea that have been uplifted and transformed into rocks over a long period of time. It is a landscape unique to Okinawa.

The atmosphere is similar to that of Manzagae, but one feature here is that there is an observation deck.

 

Attractions

Cape Maeda is a multifaceted attraction.

The first thing I would like to mention is the outstanding view. This cape is located at a point where you can see Manzamage to the north and Cape Zanba to the west, making it the perfect location to look out over the ocean with famous landmarks in the distance.

The observation deck is also a nice feature, and it is fun for couples to talk with each other while enjoying the sea breeze from a higher vantage point.

It is also a good spot to use as a base for activities, with a parking lot, restrooms, lockers for changing clothes, showers, and hair dryers.

 

Directions from Onna Village and Naha Airport

The address is the same as that of the Blue Cave and can be visited in the same way.

We encourage you to visit the two places as a set.

 

Enjoy a comfortable trip with a rental car!

We'll also make reservations in advance for car rentals, which fill up quickly!

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Recommended Activities

Next, we would like to introduce you to an activity that is an essential part of any couple's trip.

Please take a look at these ironclad activities that are sure not to be missed.

 

snorkeling

If you come to Okinawa, you want to experience that blue ocean field with your whole body.

Snorkeling is a great way to satisfy such desires, and it can be enjoyed for long dives wearing equipment such as a wetsuit, fins, and a snorkel to breathe through a tube on the surface of the sea.

Snorkeling can be experienced in many parts of Japan, but one of the most popular destinations is Okinawa and Onna Village. The clearer the ocean, the farther you can see when looking directly underwater through a snorkel.

As mentioned above, the sea of Onna Village is rich in coral, and there are more than 200 different types of coral that enhance the clarity of the sea. The sight of tropical fishes swimming around in the colorful coral colony is so beautiful that it could be called an aquarium created by nature.

If couples take on this activity together, they will feel as if they have entered the world of a movie together. Diving is another popular diving activity, but it requires a license, which is a bit more difficult to obtain.

Snorkeling is a highly recommended activity, as anyone can participate immediately!

 

SUP

The second activity that couples should try is SUP (Stand Up Paddle Surfing), a fashionable activity born in Hawaii.

Standing on a large surfboard or a special SUP board, the rider paddles through the ocean while balancing on the waves. The balancing motion is a full-body workout and has a very high fitness effect, and it is also very effective in strengthening the legs and back, which is why it has become well-known, especially among foreign celebrities.

Today, it is gaining further popularity, especially on Instagram, due to its Instagrammability, and has become a very popular activity, especially among young people.

Some people associate SUP with surfing and think it looks difficult when they hear that surfboards are sometimes used, but the good news is that anyone can easily get used to SUP. The large boards are more stable than they look, and with a little practice, anyone can easily learn to ride them.

Now, one of the main features of SUP is that it can be ridden by two people. The board is large enough for two people to stand in front and behind each other, and of course, couples can ride together. Because only a board and paddle are used, once out on the water, there is nothing to block the view of the surroundings.

You can spend an active time paddling through the ocean together, or you can sit back on the board and feel as if you are one with the sea.

The time spent alone together, as if disconnected from society, is guaranteed to deepen the couple's relationship!

 

Canoe/Kayak

Canoeing and kayaking are also popular activities in Onna Village. While canoeing and kayaking in the Olympics and other competitions are very strenuous, the activities are a different, more leisurely experience.

Although the two boats have different structures and paddles, they are basically similar.

Because the structure is so stable, the boat will basically never capsize even if it is agitated by waves. If participants wear life jackets, there is no need to worry about any eventuality, and anyone can enjoy the experience with peace of mind.

Now, the main point is that both canoes and kayaks can be used by two people, and like SUP, they are ideal activities for couples to enjoy the Okinawan sea.

It is suitable for observing the sea because the sea surface is closer from the boat where you sit and paddle, and it is even more stable than SUP.

Onna Village offers canoe and kayak tours at various times of the day, from dusk when the sun sets over the horizon to night when you can gaze at the stars, so you can choose the location that best suits your needs.

Both times offer a very moody atmosphere, making them ideal for couples to attend!

 

marine sports

Marine sports such as banana boats and big mums, where large boats are towed by water bikes, and flyboards, which use water pressure to float in the sky, are some of Onna Village's best attractions.

The experience of running through the blue ocean at high speed is so thrilling and exhilarating that many people, once they have experienced it, become repeat customers and visit again and again.

There are also several places in the Onna Village area where you can experience parasailing. It is a great feeling to glide over the ocean of Okinawa, and since you are tethered to the boat that leads you, it is not dangerous.

Parasailing is also available for two people, so couples can enjoy the Okinawan sky and sea together.

 

Starry sky tour

Another activity that I would like to introduce to couples is a starry sky tour that allows them to enjoy the night in Onna Village to the fullest. Because the air in Okinawa is clean, you can look up at the sky and see a star-filled sky.

In other places, you may feel cold when strolling at night, but Okinawa has a subtropical climate with mild temperatures even at night. Even in winter, the temperature stays around 15 degrees Celsius most days, making it possible to enjoy the night sky at a comfortable temperature.

Also, if you go out at night in an unfamiliar place, you run the risk of getting lost, but if you join a tour, you will be accompanied by a local guide, so there is no need to worry about that.

An evening stroll while listening to explanations of the stars is the most romantic time of the year, perfect for couples.

 

Two recommended tours

Below we have selected two tours that we recommend for couples travel.

Please refer to this page when visiting Onna Village as a couple.

 

Guide Exclusive! SUP Course

For those who would like to join a SUP tour but feel uncomfortable accompanying other groups, we recommend this SUP course, in which a dedicated guide accompanies each group. This is a great option for those who want to join a SUP tour but don't want to be bothered with other groups.

In addition, a photography service is included so that you can always look back on your trip as a memory even after you return home.

 

Beginners welcome! Blue Cave Snorkel Course

The waters of the Blue Cave are shallow in some areas, making it an extremely suitable environment for a first snorkeling experience. The snorkeling experience at the Blue Cave, with its unexpressibly beautiful scenery, is sure to be a mind-blowing experience.

This is a great tour that also includes feeding tropical fish.

 

summary

We hope you enjoyed the above information about our trip to Onna Village.

Onna Village is an easy travel environment for couples in terms of scenery, convenience, and mood.

There are many more wonderful spots than those listed here, so please visit them.