One of the most popular resorts in Japan - Okinawa . It takes about 2.5 hours to get there from Tokyo. The blue sea and white sand beaches have attracted a large number of tourists here. If you choose to travel freely, please enjoy the Ryukyu culture and history of the past.
Okinawa can be roughly divided into four districts: southern ( Naha City and other places), central, northern and offshore islands. The titles of these areas are written in each title. You might as well refer to them when planning a tourist route!
1. Shuri Castle [Southern]
Okinawa was the Ryukyu Kingdom with an independent kingdom system from the 15th to the 19th century. During the past 450 years, it prospered due to close maritime trade with Asian countries. It was selected as a World Heritage Site in 2000. Shuri Castle, which can experience Ryukyu history and culture, is worth recommending!
Address: 1-2
2, Shuri Kincho, Naha City, Okinawa Prefecture. Nakachi Castle [Central]
This city was built in the 14th to 15th centuries and is located in the village of Beiakachong in the middle of the island. The ancient city connected by six walls is built on hills with an altitude of about 160 meters, and its scale is extremely impressive. Here we can have a deep understanding of the history and culture of Ryukyu. You can see the beautiful scenery of the Pacific Ocean above the city. This city is one of the world heritage sites.
Address: Okinawa Prefecture, Nakato-gun, Okinawa Prefecture, Okinawa Prefecture, Okinawa Prefecture, Okinawa Prefecture. Fishing Port (Saose Fishing Port, Toya Fishing Port) [Central] ＜Gourmet>
You can taste fresh seafood caught offshore Okinawa on the spot at Baose Fishing Port and Toya Fishing Port. It is highly recommended to visit this place! Enjoy delicious Ise lobster, sea urchin and fried tempura, all of which are valuable experiences that can only be felt in the fishing port. Do you want to enjoy a fresh seafood meal with local residents? This is about 30 to 40 minutes' drive from the airport.
4. Ishigaki Island [Outside Island]
Michelin "Tourism Information Guide", Ishigaki Island received 2 stars, and Ishigaki Island in Kawahira Bay won the highest honor 3 stars. In addition to the clear sea water, you can also see "star sand" in the shape of stars on the beach. Ishigaki beef is also a well-known product.
5. Wanzumao (Wanzumao) [Northern]
Representative Attractions in Okinawa. The boundless sea and blue sky in front of you have a shocking beauty. It is recommended that tourists who travel to Okinawa for the first time must visit this place to find out. If you look carefully at the sea, you can also see the charming coral reefs. Elephant truss is also a well-known attraction.
6. Experience the Kingdom of Murasaki Village (Sports Kingdom of Solar Train) [Central] ＜Experience activities＞
You can experience 101 Okinawan culture entertainment facilities here. There are karate experience, Okinawan cuisine classroom, dress-up memorial photo shooting, Ryukyu glass making, red weaving and dyeing experience and other activities for tourists to participate. In addition, you can enjoy Okinawan cuisine at the Xieming Pavilion in the garden while enjoying traditional culture.
Address: Okinawa Prefecture Nakato-gun, Kotani Village, 1020-1
7. Everyone (うふー) [Northern] ＜Gourmet>
This is a restaurant that renovates an old house with a history of 100 years. Okinawan cuisine and Okinawa ramen made with Okinawan pork "Aguu pig" are popular with many people. Next to the restaurant is a natural rock garden, which is an excellent place for a walk after a meal.
Address: Nago City, Okinawa Prefecture, Nakayama City, Okinawa Prefecture 90
8. International Tongwutai Village (National Tongwutai Village) [South] ＜Food>
015 was opened in International Tong. There are 20 vendors living next to each other, where you can taste local and original dishes made of Okinawan ingredients. In the offshore market attached here, there are souvenir shops and cafés mainly located on the offshore island of Okinawa. You can also watch the performances of island song folk songs and aiza on the stage, and you can enjoy food and entertainment at the same time. .
Address: Makishi 3, Naha City, Okinawa Prefecture, 11th day
9. Kouya Yachimun (大大大大大) [Southern] ＜Shopping, Experience Events＞
Yachimun refers to Okinawa's "fired goods (pottery)".There are more than a dozen well-known kilns gathered on the Yachimun Port, a pot house with a history of more than 300 years. It is recommended to participate in the pottery production experience event hosted by the firing yard, or find special souvenirs here, or you can drink coffee in a cafe where pottery is used as a cup and enjoy a walk!
10. Ryukyu Glass Village [South]
When you mention traditional handicrafts with representative significance in Okinawa, you will think of Ryukyu Glass, which was originally remade by using glass bottles discarded by the US military after World War II. Nowadays, Ryukyu glass with beautiful colors and design is made with superb technology, which is very suitable as a souvenir.
Address: 169 Fandi, Itoman City, Okinawa Prefecture,
11. Guyuri Island, Sedi Island [Northern]
Guyuri Island is close to Guyuri Bridge in the north of Okinawa Main Island, and is one of the outlying islands that can be driven to. It is one of the most beautiful beaches in Okinawa's main island. In addition, Sedi Island can also be driven from the northern part of Okinawa Main Island to the beach resort area, which is convenient for transportation.
12. Miyagi Ancient Island [Outside Island]
You can enjoy the sapphire blue sea and the vast beach with white sand in Miyagi . Every year, many divers from home and abroad visit this place for their high transparency sea and beautiful coral reefs. Should I experience the Miyako culture that is different from the Okinawa Main Island here? It is about 45 minutes by plane from Okinawa Main Island.
13. Shencun Drinking [Central] ＜Experience Activities＞
Shencun Drinking, located in the middle of the island, started its business in 1882 and is an ancient winery manufacturer. There are factory visits at noon and evening. You can experience making Po Sheng memorial bottle here, and provide an underground borrowing place placed in the winery for about 5 to 10 years. You can also hold a soaking party in the winery.
Address: Ishikawa Kashousu, Uruma City, Okinawa Prefecture 570 Fandi
14. Public Market [South] ＜Shopping＞
Public Market is famous for its "Okinawan Kitchen". Local residents in Okinawa come here to shop, and here you can see the traces of local life in Okinawa. Chatting with enthusiastic store owners in the public market is also part of the fun of the journey. The market also has restaurants that use real estate ingredients. Almost all local ingredients can be bought here.
Address: Matsuo 2-10-1
15, Naha City, Okinawa Prefecture. Katsuren Castle Trail [Central]
This is the oldest city in Okinawa and one of the world heritage sites. It is said to have been built around the 12th century. Climb up the city's trail located on a micro-high hill, overlooking the entire sea and enjoying amazing views. This place is also a popular tourist attraction in Okinawa.
Address: Uruma, Okinawa Prefecture, Katsuren Nanfenghara 3908
