Things to Do in Okinawa, Japan

Tropical islands with coral reefs, white-sand beaches and the distinct culture of the Ryukyu Kingdom.

33 destinations across 1 prefectures

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When Do Japan's Beaches Open in 2026? Swimming Season Dates by Region

When Do Japan's Beaches Open in 2026? Swimming Season Dates by Region Most Japanese beaches are only open for swimming during a fixed season. A beach holds an "umibiraki" (海開き), the official ope...

Places to Visit in Okinawa

Island Hikyo

Okinawa

Yonaguni Island

Japan's Westernmost Island, Two Ferries a Week from Ishigaki

Japan's westernmost inhabited island, 111 km from Taiwan, with sea cliffs, free-roaming Yonaguni ...

Yonaguni, Okinawa, Japan

Castle World Heritage

Okinawa

Zakimi Castle Ruins

Above Yomitan, Zakimi’s graceful stone walls and arched gateways reveal the skill of Ryukyuan cas...

Yomitan, Okinawa, Japan

Island

Okinawa

Zamami Island

Kerama Blue Water and Winter Humpbacks, 50 Minutes from Naha When the Boats Run

A small island of about 600 people in Keramashoto National Park, about 40 km west of Naha, with c...

Zamami, Okinawa, Japan

Prefectures in Okinawa

Okinawa

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