When is the best time to visit Okinawa? Thorough explanation by purpose and season!

When is the best time to visit Okinawa? Thorough explanation by purpose and season!
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Activity Japan Editorial Department

In the ranking of popular travel destinations in Japan, always top class to go into Okinawa !
In this article, we will talk about recommended times to travel to Okinawa. By purpose/season I will explain to!

When you go to Okinawa, the best season will differ depending on what you want to do and what activities you want to prioritize. Conversely, depending on when you go Recommended activities is different.
With reference to the article, A fulfilling trip to Okinawa Please plan accordingly!

[By purpose] Recommended time to travel to Okinawa

Recommended time for sea bathing

Okinawa woman playing on the beach

Okinawa Speaking of sea!
The beaches start opening around March, You can swim until around October There are many beaches.

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If you enjoy swimming in the sea, the best season is Around May to around September . Enjoy the white sandy beach, the blue sea, and the refreshing sea breeze!

Diving and snorkeling can be enjoyed all year round

diving or snorkeling For activities that you experience in the sea, such as wearing a wet suit or dry suit, enjoy all year round You can.

If you want to enjoy traditional culture

okinawa haarii dragon boat

unique culture is deeply rooted in Okinawa . for the purpose of travel Traditional culture experience It is also recommended to try incorporating!

Traditional fishing boat races (Harley) are held every year to pray for a bountiful catch. May-June Secondly, the Eisa that is paraded around the area with nenbutsu dance July to September In addition, it is carried out in each region.
while traveling festivals and events whether the check it out Please take a look.

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Mountain and river activities can be enjoyed all year round

okinawa yanbaru forest blue sky

sea activities Okinawa tends to attract attention to untouched jungle and, mountain activities or water sports Why don't you experience it?

In Okinawa " Yanbaru National Park "there is. Enjoy rivers flowing through subtropical forests and unexplored regions Canoe/Kayak Actually very popular! Regardless of the season, throughout the year You can enjoy it.

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[By season] Recommended time to travel to Okinawa

next Season (by month) We will introduce the temperature, highlights, and recommended activities.

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Okinawa trip from March to April (spring)

spring Okinawa Then why not enjoy cherry blossoms (kanhizakura), azaleas, and other flowers, and enjoy the early opening of the sea? The climate is relatively stable and parasailing such as Marine Sports Why don't you enjoy

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Okinawa trip from May to October (summer)

If you want to enjoy summer to the fullest, you can't miss a trip to Okinawa this time of year! snorkeling Such sea activities Of course, Okinawa culture/Okinawa experience is also recommended.

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November-December (Autumn) Okinawa Trip

Like spring, the climate is stable and comfortable in autumn Okinawa . SUP or diving Such, sea activities Why don't you enjoy it?

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Okinawa trip from January to February (winter)

Wear light clothes compared to Honshu Okinawa Winter. Winter-only activities are recommended. whale watching is. Bus tour or Nature guided tour is also popular.

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Travel expenses for traveling to Okinawa

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Okinawa Travel: Trends in Travel Expenses
high period : July-August (summer vacation period), Golden Week (GW), year-end and New Year holidays, etc.
cheap period : January-February (after New Year's holiday), November-December (before year-end holiday), immediately after consecutive holidays, etc.

Okinawa travel costs fluctuate considerably depending on the season. Travel expenses in summer and peak season can be several times higher than in winter!

During the summer vacation season from July to August and Golden Week (GW) in May, Travel costs tend to rise can be seen. If you want to save money and enjoy sightseeing, Around June when there are few consecutive holidays or, November to February is said to be the off-season in Okinawa. schedule is recommended.

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by season and month Okinawa trip About!
For more details, please refer to the monthly article on traveling to Okinawa. Okinawa Please use this as a reference when deciding when to visit!

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