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Belonging to a subtropical region, Okinawa, the southern Island of Japan, boasts beautiful nature such as emerald-green ocean and rich ecological system. Please come visit a tropical island, Okinawa!
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The crystal-clear skies the transparent and tranquilizing see the sea breeze that gently caresses your cheeks and the dazzling sunlight islands surrounded in nature of stunning beauty and rich culture Okinawa the resort island of felicity will make your travelling dreams come true in any style that you wish Okinawa
Full of fun and entertainment an island paradise just a short distance away Okinawa southern island time basic information on Okinawa Okinawa is located at the south westernmost point of Japan a Prefecture comprised of 160 islands within a span of 1,000 kilometers east to west and 400 kilometers north to south the land area
Of the prefecture ranks in 44th in Japan but the extent is great enough to fit Tokyo’s to Kyushu the average yearly temperature is 22 point 7 degrees Celsius the temperature rarely dips below 10 degrees even in the winter you can enjoy swimming in the ocean from April to around October
It is a region of japan only subtropical oceanic climate with characteristic features of the Seas surrounded in the coral reefs and forests with unique vegetation a great number of indigenous species have been recorded on these islands domestic access includes direct flights for major cities such as Tokyo
Osaka Nagoya and Fukuoka and also from various other regions throughout Japan Okinawa is also a gateway from Asia with direct international flight services from Shanghai Hong Kong Seoul and Taipei from the airport the major destinations within the city of Naha are easily accessible with the operation of the UE
Rail visitors can enjoy sightseeing and rental cars tour buses and taxis and also take advantage of the convenient access to the outer islands from various ports in Okinawa there are a range of facilities that comma date various travel objectives and there are also some of the nation’s top resort hotels
Let’s play in okinawa’s nature okinawa takes pride in the seas of great transparency which has come to be known around the world the islands are surrounded by breathtaking coral reefs and tropical fish with their vibrant colors and beauty diving is one of the best ways to enjoy the Magnificent
Waters of Okinawa Okinawa’s ocean is famous for the world-class diving points with many areas that are shallow for a considerable distance from the shore you can enjoy the vivid colors of the coral and observe the fish by snorkeling there are plenty of activities available underwater on the Seas and even in the sky
Anyone and everyone can enjoy the gorgeous waters of Okinawa on the chair boat the amphibious wheelchair the kayaking is a magical experience as you leisurely float on the crystal waters surrounded by the coral reef and become one with nature you can even observe life under the Seas without getting wet on glass-bottom
Boats for underwater site clean vessels and also at an underwater observation tower and of course we can’t forget about fishing in learn fishing for large sized fish like Marlin and giant trevally some caches weigh in at over 40 kilograms you can enjoy various styles of fishing such as surf casting surf
Fishing and pile fishing yacht cruising on the vast seas sipping on your favorite drink as you watch the sunset below the horizon spending such moments with style and grace is also one of the Aware’s of Okinawa eco tours are offered in the northern region of the main island of
Okinawa and on ideomotor Island and in the Kurama Islands where you can commute through the mangroves and observe rare and precious flora and fauna the trekking courses along the mountain streams are also enjoyable a popular activity for those looking to fully experience the nature of the subtropics
And you also can’t miss hitting the golf courses that are surrounded in the nature of splendid beauty from Pleasant public courses to champion courses where professional tournaments are held you can enjoy resort golf all year round after an active day full of marine sports or golf kick back and relax as
You unwind with a massage spa or soothing esthetics treatments indulge yourself in the therapeutic powers of paradise and relax your body mind and soul immerse yourself in the history of Okinawa in Okinawa there are nine sites including the Sheree Castle registered under the UNESCO World Heritage List titled goose goose sites and related
Properties of the Kingdom of you cute starting with shootie there are a number of sites throughout the prefecture with relics from the past Ryukyu Kingdom era telling the romantic tales of history when visiting these historical locations and World Heritage Sites tours conducted by knowledgeable local guides are also
Recommended with the site sync at sea you can be shown around to various tourist destinations and leave the driving to the certified sightseeing taxi driver of Okinawa you can enjoy a safe and comfortable trip and tour the courses according to your wishes in World War two Okinawa was the site of a
Fierce ground battle that amesh the people of the islands precious lives of over two hundred and forty thousand people were lost which was a quarter of the whole population of Okinawa at that time the bloodiest and the most grueling combat zone in the Battle of Okinawa was
In the southern region of the main island of Okinawa in the areas surrounding mbuna Hill in eternal City are many battle sites including the peace memorial park the only semi national park in Japan that is designated to a site of a battle the monuments at the cornerstone of peace
Where the names of those whose lives were claimed in the Battle of Okinawa are engraved regardless of nationality the peace memorial hall enshrines a statue for the repose of the souls of all those who perished in the war and the okinawa peace memorial museum that teaches the future generations of the
Misery and the bitterness of war a great number of people including students on school trips visit the he made peace memorial that was erected in honor of the students of humanity who were recruited as nursing personnel in the Battle of Okinawa visitors can also tour the he Maori peace museum displaying the
Records of the harsh conditions during that time and delivering a strong message for world peace as you hear first-hand accounts from the survivors of the humidity student corps speak of their experience furthermore the former Japanese Navy underground headquarters is located in coma cusco city where a memorial is
Dedicated in honor of the 4,000 personnel that perished or committed suicide in the war the commander’s room medical room generator room and other such chambers have been restored and are also open to the public and in Naha City is the Sushma mutter memorial museum to commemorate the fourteen hundred and
Eighteen children and other vacuous that lost their lives as their evacuation ship the Sushma mutter was torpedoed and sunk at sea let’s enjoy the traditional arts and crafts of Okinawa Okinawa is surrounded by the seas from all four directions in the distant past the forefathers of Okinawa gallantly set
Sail towards the horizon to China and Southeast Asia absorbing exotic cultures and at the same time developing and flourishing a unique and distinctive riku and culture the traditional performing art stems from the time of the Ryukyu Kingdom enchanting the audiences with dialogues song and dance the Camille Duty and Ryu boodles
Or Rican dance developed along with the Sun Qing during that time as these arts were performed to welcome the envoy’s of Chinese emperors the national theatre okinawa opened its doors in 2004 to preserve and promote these performing arts of okinawa holding performances of the KU maoli which has been designated
As an important intangible cultural heritage and also other various riku and dances and music a variety of traditional performing arts can also be enjoyed at the Naha Buga tembu zoo hall and also at number of public and sightseeing facilities Okinawa is the birthplace of Kadapa a martial art with over 50 million
Followers throughout the world with its sophisticated and refined moves kata has also influenced the traditional performing arts of Okinawa as well a great many martial artists reside within Okinawa including those who have been appointed by the prefecture as intangible cultural asset at various locations are a number of different
Schools such as the shoulding you go juju lychee juice and mutts by a sea view where training is held at the dojo of each of these schools fold customs and performing arts boring some festivals are treasured and have been passed on for generations the atha is danced during the oval period on the
Lunar calendar to commemorate the spirits of the ancestors and the Hadi is held for a safe and bountiful catch out at sea and a popular traditional entertainment held throughout Okinawa is bullfighting island-wide bullfighting tournaments are a must-see and are held twice a year in the spring and fall in
Okinawa there are 14 varieties of unique and original arts and crafts which has been designated by the nation these include the colorful dyes and textiles of ding Gotha and custody ceramics Buchan lacquer ware and glass works characterized by their vivid colors and warmth of simplicity these arts and
Crafts has been established by absorbing cultures of China Southeast Asia and Japan these items are produced in the studios located throughout the prefecture and are available directly or at souvenir shops where you can take your time to make your selections from the abundant and various assortment recently creative hands-on experiences in making various
Types of arts and crafts are gaining popularity at many tourist facilities an ideal location to pursue the roots of Okinawa’s arts and crafts is the prefectural museum and art museum located in chinked ocean in Naha city with an array of exhibitions relating to the history culture and the arts of
Okinawa let’s play in okinawa’s theme parks there are a variety of theme parks in Okinawa focusing on nature history and culture with various styles of orientation and experiences one of the most popular destinations in Okinawa is the okinawa churaumi aquarium inside the aquarium is a world-class facility with
Numerous species of fish and whale sharks swimming gracefully in one of the largest tanks in the world for experience faced theme parks Murasaki Mira and yummy town village has the largest selection of programs within the prefecture a number of old residences that has been certified as cultural assets have been relocated here
And old customs and annual events from Okinawa’s past are practiced at the speed park under the guidance of Oba or grandmother employees you can experience making arts and crafts and view the traditional methods of making brown sugar Okinawa world is a tourist park with a castle town theme from the Ryukyu
Kingdom era and compassing okie knows customs and traditions located at the park is Duke’s Tendo a large stalactite cave created over a span of three hundred thousand years there is also a microbrewery within the park grounds producing the local beer we had the beer the tropical and sub-tropical Arboretum
And the tropical dream Center located within the okinawa commemorative national government park the southeast Botanical Gardens and Beals on the hill are all highly recommended locations to enjoy the unique flowers of the subtropics let’s feast in okinawa the traditional diet of okinawa is said to be new Jeju Suey or medicine for life
Driving from the Chinese philosophy of yoga Dogen which means that medicine and daily diet are equally important and health is maintained by the daily meals consumed this is the grassroots of slow food that supports the healthy Prefecture of Okinawa known for longevity with the staple diet of pork
And various Okinawan vegetables full of vitamins and minerals such as the Goya or bitter melons the source of vitality for the otaku or the people of Okinawa is the cuisine and these dishes go so well with the locally brewed Orion beer and alimony as well blended meals with
The local Ishigaki beef and young bodied beef are also exquisite to enjoy on your vacation each year there are more original dishes using Okinawan ingredients giving us more to enjoy the refreshing healthy and stylish Okinawan cuisine also popular are cafes full of tropical atmosphere how about enjoying some Okinawan sweets
Or tropical juices in the gentle Seabreeze shopping in Okinawa shopping is one of the biggest attractions on Okinawa shop to your heart’s content from famous brand names in fashion to various traditional arts and crafts Okinawa’s bustling shopping and entertainment district is located along Cooke side street at the center of Naha
City lining a 1.6 kilometers stretch our souvenir shops fashion and accessory stores and various restaurants hey lad Ori and Maxie public market are full of the distinctive atmosphere of Okinawa and are referred to as the kitchen of Okinawa also in Naha City is the DFS galleria Okinawa located in Omaha machi
Where overseas brand name items are available duty-free located very close to the airport in Tunguska city is the okinawa outlet mall as should be now this is a popular shopping area with reasonably priced items of brand names that before their opening here were unavailable in Japan Plaza house located in Okinawa City at
The central region of Okinawa has a wide selection of perfumes cosmetics and imported apparel and in the cozy area also in Okinawa city is Cosette Gate Street where you can enjoy live music and exotic air in the heart of the city that’s thriving in the Champa dew or
Mixture of cultures influenced by the American culture in the nearby town of Jetton is the Mahama american village with rows of shops with american tastes and at Hamby town crowds gather at the night markets held on the weekends let’s visit the outer islands of Okinawa within Okinawa Prefecture there are a
Total of 49 inhabited islands big and small including the main island of Okinawa the islands are all distinctively unique and are a part of the great charm of sightseeing in Okinawa for a hundred and fifty kilometers southwest of the main island of Okinawa is the Yama Islands with the
Central Ishigaki Island there is a chain of islands including Taketomi KO hama kudo Kadima do Mata and Yonaguni Islands the Gateway to the Yama islands is Ishigaki Island which is the third largest island in the prefecture of Okinawa Ishigaki is rich in nature and there are numerous places of interest
Such as important historical sites and cultural properties and ranking second in largest after the main island of Okinawa is ideomotor Island where 90% of the island is covered by old-growth forests and is home to a large number of rare creatures that inhabit this island of magnificent nature
On Taketomi island are a number of small communities reminiscent of the old Okinawan landscapes and these districts are nationally appointed as preservation area for important traditional buildings Japan southernmost island is hot oedema island where one can observe the Southern Cross with the naked eye in the summer evening skies
Yonaguni Island is the westernmost island of Japan and on a clear sunny day you can see the vague outline of Taiwan in the distance south of the island is the underwater ruins the same mysterious diving point blessed with the beautiful coral reefs are the islands of Miyako
Miyako island in particular has a number of sightseeing highlights including the Higashiyama cape chosen as one of japan’s 100 most beautiful sceneries the island is also famous for the unique traditional festivities held in April every year is the All Japan triathlon Mia Kojima a tournament distinguished by
Athletes from all over the world Kume Island or kumejima is located approximately 100 kilometers west of Dhaka City on the main island of Okinawa it is said that kumejima is the birthplace of swiggy or wasn’t felt and on the island is a kumejima tsumugi resource center the khmer jamaat smirky ue modern museum
There are also other points of interest like the golden omatsu a pine tree that is nationally designated as a natural treasure and that live get or the who is a family residence that has been appointed as an important cultural property of the nation at Badajoz Kume Island visitors can
Unwind and enjoy luxurious relaxation in the deep sea water pool closely surrounding the main island of Okinawa are also a number of islands with unique and special features starting from Naga on Okinawa Island are two kazuki-sama me akka and getting my islands that make up the Kodama island chain we’re diving
Whale watching and other year-round attractions are available for visitors nearby is tanake Island where the whole island is a designated natural park of the prefecture and also a Junie Island that became well known as the filming location site for the movie nabis love in the area starting from the
Northern end of Okinawa Island is a heah island attracting visitors to the place of origin of the first Shoshi dynasty of the Ryukyu Kingdom is Ana Island is known as the birthplace of Kings Show and the earliest ancestor of the second shoushi dynasty of the Ryukyu Kingdom flowers of each season bloom
Delightfully throughout the year on EI island known as the flower island mina island is well known for its great diving points off the eastern shores from the central region of Okinawa Island is to Ken island with a large cultivation of carrots to Dhaka Island is known as the
Sacred island of gods and located 370 kilometers east from the main island of Okinawa is stead battle island Okinawa’s easternmost island and also Minami title island that is known as sugar island these islands far in the distance on the ocean are surrounded in grand and glorious nature by sea or by air how
About a journey to some of these alluring and inviting Islands much much more of Okinawa’s enchantments Okinawa’s resort wedding with blessings from the blue skies and magnificent seas okinawa has gained much popularity as a resort spot to hold weddings and celebrate in locations unlike the rest of Japan and Okinawa resort wedding will
Surely be a cherished memory for the wedding couple for years to come and an absolutely unforgettable experience for the attending guests as well with various styles of resort weddings distinctively Okinawan the greatest day of wedding celebrations is guaranteed starting with the ceremony in a chapel overlooking the ocean some of the
Popular resort wedding styles include wedding cruises garden weddings deserted island weddings beach photo weddings riku and costume weddings and Imperial style weddings Okinawa is also a perfect destination for school trips in a number of various well developed programs students have the opportunity to participate in Peace
Studies and also to meet the locals by staying in Okinawan homes these experiences are sure to become lifelong memories to treasure for all of the visiting students additionally Okinawa is Japan’s greatest resort style convention island funcle’ cushioned yoga the main venue for the Kyushu Okinawa summit held in the year 2000 is equipped
With state-of-the-art convention facilities including simultaneous translation booths high-speed and high-capacity internet connection and also offers full security services today it functions as a popular venue for various international conferences academic conventions and parties the Okinawa Convention Center located in guinot on city is a large-scale facility consisting of three compounds with
Different functions there is a large event hall that can seat up to four thousand participants a conference building equipped with simultaneous translation system and a theater for concerts and other performances the Okinawa Convention Center is also a popular venue for conferences academic conventions and various events in
Addition many sports camps are held here taking advantage of the warm climate Okinawa is a highly acclaimed sports camp destination for many Japanese professional baseball teams and other various field sports the serene blue skies crystal-clear seas and the gentle winds of the islands okinawa a tranquil paradise play laugh and relax
Under the bright cheerful sunshine Okinawa full of fun and excitement for you to enjoy all year round on any style of visit for pleasure or for business we Eugene anjou offer our sincere and wholehearted hospitality for all of our visitors to enjoy a wonderful stay on our Islands
In the southern paradise okinawa a short distance away a blissful island time awaits you we are waiting for your visit you