36 days in Okinawa Prefecture Itinerary

Okinawa is the second-largest city in Okinawa Prefecture, Japan, following Naha, the capital city. Step out of Okinawa City to go to Nanjo and see Habyan, Cape Kaberu, which is approximately 54 minutes away. Next up on the itinerary: look for all kinds of wild species at Mermaid Island Diving, look for gifts at Kaboten no Mise Nakasone, don't miss a visit to Nakamura Family Resident, and have fun at Nakagusuku Park.

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Manila, Philippines to Okinawa City is an approximately 20.5-hour travel. The time zone difference when traveling from Manila to Okinawa City is 1 hour. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 11th (Tue) early enough to drive to Kadena-cho.

Start off your visit on the 11th (Tue): discover the deep blue sea with JAM Marine Club and then discover the deep blue sea with a scuba or snorkeling tour. On the next day, tee off at Chibana Golf Course, play a few rounds at Banyan Tree Golf Course, and then get advice or help at Michi-no-Eki Kadena.

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Kadena-cho is just a stone's throw from Okinawa City. April in Kadena-cho sees daily highs of 28°C and lows of 20°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 13th (Thu) to allow time to drive to Yomitan-son.

Yomitan-son, a village located on the western coast of central Okinawa Island, possesses cultural and natural attractions.

Start off your visit on the 13th (Thu): kick back and relax at Zanpa Beach, take in the dramatic natural features at Cape Zampa, and then kick back and relax at Nirai Beach. On your second day here, stop by Yachimun no Sato, then see some colorful creatures with a scuba or snorkeling tour, and then explore the historical opulence of Zakimi Castle Ruins.

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Yomitan-son is very close to Kadena-cho. Expect a daytime high around 28°C in April, and nighttime lows around 20°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 15th (Sat) so you can go by car to Onna-son.

Located on the coast in the middle of the island, Onna-son has become known for its beaches and seaside economy.

Start off your visit on the 15th (Sat): look for gifts at Onna Station Nakayukui Market, Head underground at Blue Cave, and then don't miss a visit to Cape Maeda. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: see some colorful creatures with a scuba or snorkeling tour, enjoy the sand and surf at Manza Beach, and then explore the striking landscape at Cape Manzamo.

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Onna-son is very close to Yomitan-son. In April, daily temperatures in Onna-son can reach 28°C, while at night they dip to 20°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 17th (Mon) to allow time to drive to Nago.

Developed as an upper-middle class tourist town in the northern part of Okinawa Island, Nago offers a wide range of leisure activities from swimming to exploration of ruins and rainforests.

Start off your visit on the 17th (Mon): get a sense of history and politics at Nago City Hall, take in the views from Warumi Ohashi, and then learn about wildlife with up-close encounters at Neo Park Okinawa. On the 18th (Tue), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: walk around Busena Marine Park, then enjoy the sand and surf at Busena Beach, and then see some colorful creatures with a scuba or snorkeling tour.

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Traveling by car from Onna-son to Nago takes an hour. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. In April, plan for daily highs up to 28°C, and evening lows to 20°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 19th (Wed) early enough to go by car to Motobu-cho.

Formed by the gradual merging of several old fishing villages, today the island town of Motobu-cho boasts paradisal beaches of white sand, clear waters, and a rich array of wildlife.

Motobu-cho is known for zoos & aquariums, beaches, and sightseeing. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: get up close and personal with brilliant marine life at Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium, take in the dramatic natural features at Bise no Warumi, head off the coast to Sesoko Jima, and enjoy the sand and surf at Sesoko Beach.

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Motobu-cho is just a short distance from Nago. In April, daily temperatures in Motobu-cho can reach 28°C, while at night they dip to 20°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 22nd (Sat) early enough to go by car to Nakijin-son.

Steeped in Ryukyuan history, Nakijin-son tourism centers around the ruins of an ancient stonewall castle.

Kick off your visit on the 22nd (Sat): kick back and relax at Kouri Beach, then make a trip to Kouri Ohashi, and then take in panoramic vistas at Kouri Ocean Tower. On your second day here, relax in the rural setting at Aiai Farm, then make a trip to Nakijin Castle Ruins, and then identify plant and animal life at USS Emmons.

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Nakijin-son is just a stone's throw from Motobu-cho. Expect a daytime high around 28°C in April, and nighttime lows around 20°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 24th (Mon) to allow enough time to drive to Ogimi-son.

Kick off your visit on the 24th (Mon): admire the sheer force of Kijoka Seven Falls, admire the sheer force of Ta Waterfall, and then enjoy breathtaking views from Ishiyama Viewing Platform.

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You can drive from Nakijin-son to Ogimi-son in an hour. Another option is to drive. In April, daytime highs in Ogimi-son are 28°C, while nighttime lows are 20°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 25th (Tue) to allow time to drive to Kunigami-son.

Although the village of Kunigami-son spreads across a large area, it remains sparsely populated, with lots of wild land protected from development.

Start off your visit on the 25th (Tue): kick back and relax at Okuma Beach, then admire the sheer force of Hiji Waterfall, and then look for all kinds of wild species at Gallirallus Okinawae Learning Center. Keep things going the next day: don't miss a visit to Kayauchi Banta, take your sightseeing to a higher altitude at Daisekirinzan, and then take some stellar pictures from Cape Hedo.

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You can drive from Ogimi-son to Kunigami-son in an hour. Alternatively, you can drive. In April, plan for daily highs up to 28°C, and evening lows to 20°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 27th (Thu) so you can drive to Higashi-son.

Start off your visit on the 27th (Thu): contemplate the waterfront views at Gesaji River, look for all kinds of wild species at Gesashi Bay's Mangrove Forest, and then walk around Higashi-son Fureai Hirugi Park.

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Getting from Kunigami-son to Higashi-son by car takes about an hour. Other options: drive. April in Higashi-son sees daily highs of 28°C and lows of 20°C at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 28th (Fri) so you can go by car to Ginoza-son.

Start off your visit on the 28th (Fri): indulge in some personalized pampering at Kariyushu Kanna Thalasso Laguna, then walk around Ginoza Roadside Station, and then enjoy the sand and surf at Kanna Beach.

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You can drive from Higashi-son to Ginoza-son in an hour. Another option is to drive. April in Ginoza-son sees daily highs of 28°C and lows of 20°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 29th (Sat) early enough to go by car to Kin-cho.

Start off your visit on the 29th (Sat): don't miss a visit to Kanatake Okawa, then Head underground at Kin Limestone Cave Koshugura, and then Head underground at Nisshudo Cave.

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Kin-cho is just a stone's throw from Ginoza-son. In April, daytime highs in Kin-cho are 28°C, while nighttime lows are 20°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 30th (Sun) so you can drive to Uruma.

On a vacation in Uruma, a city nestled on Okinawa's Pacific coast and encompassing eight islands, you can discover its many scenic natural trails, historic stone castles, and shrines of the indigenous Ryukyuan religion.

Start off your visit on the 30th (Sun): get in on the family fun at Bios no Oka, step into the grandiose world of Katsuren Castle Ruins, and then step off the mainland to explore Hamahiga Island. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 1st (Mon): get great views at Kafu Banta, head outdoors with Ikei Island Beach Camping Ground, and then don't miss a visit to Ikei Island.

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Uruma is very close to Kin-cho. Expect a daytime high around 28°C in April, and nighttime lows around 20°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 2nd (Tue) to allow time to take a bus to Naha.

Naha, the capital of Okinawa, has deep roots: Stone Age relics have been found in the city, and through the Middle Ages it rose in importance in the Ryukyu Kingdom.

When in Naha, make a side trip to see Valley of Gangala in Nanjo, approximately Nanjo away. Spend the 2nd (Tue) among aquatic life with a scuba or snorkeling tour. There's still lots to do: get to know the fascinating history of Shurijo Castle, don't miss a visit to Kokusaidori, explore the wide array of goods at Ryubo, and enjoy the sand and surf at Naminoue Beach.

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You can take a bus from Uruma to Naha in an hour. Alternatively, you can drive. In May, plan for daily highs up to 30°C, and evening lows to 26°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 5th (Fri) early enough to catch the flight back home.