May trip to Okinawa | What is the climate, clothes, and prices? Recommended activity thorough guide
In this article, in May Okinawa It features information on weather and clothing when traveling to Japan, trends in costs and tour prices, and more.
Okinawa in May popular in Marine Sports You can enjoy it even on rainy days. Manufacturing experience In addition to activity information such as Recommended tourist spots We will also introduce you!
" Okinawa in May What kind of climate is it? "" Popular activities in Okinawa teeth? "Such, Information useful for traveling There is also. please, Traveling to Okinawa in May for Golden Week (GW) Please refer to it when planning!
table of contents
- 1 Reasons why a trip to Okinawa in May is recommended
- 2 May trip to Okinawa What is the best outfit?
- 3 Okinawa weather and temperature in May
- 4 Recommended activities / leisure / experiences / play in Okinawa in May
- 5 Popular activity ranking that you can experience in Okinawa in May
- 6 Editorial department recommended feature article
Reasons why a trip to Okinawa in May is recommended
Golden Week (GW) has arrived! Tourism season is here
Speaking of the highlight of sightseeing in Okinawa in May, " Naha Harley (Harley) ". It is held every year during Golden Week (GW). It is often introduced on TV, and many of you may know it.
Harley
is held to pray for the safety of the sea and a bountiful catch.
Ship race = rowing
About.
Haryusen
A large number of rowers row the ship decorated with the dragon.
In addition to rowing, many events such as Harley's boarding experience, live music, and fireworks are held, and general tourists can enjoy it with the locals.
Okinawa City
of"
Southeast Botanical Garden
Various events are planned during Golden Week (GW), such as petting animals and illuminations. Near the garden,
Kurashiki Dam
The plaza has been set up so that you can play in the river and play in the water, making it very popular with families!
another,
Okinawa in May
Flowers such as lilies and hydrangeas are also in full bloom.
Besides the sea Okinawa has many recommended spots So, please have a great time!
[Okinawa / Nago] OKINAWA Fruits Land Discount Admission Ticket
This is a great admission ticket with a 10% discount on admission fees.
Be careful of summer weather + rain
Okinawa in May is already "summer" in terms of climate. Most of the prefecture Beach You can now swim there, but the typhoon season is still a little way off.
It ’s coming before the typhoon
"
rainy season front
”. In the Okinawa region, the rainy season can arrive as early as Golden Week (GW) in May!
By the way, during the rainy season in the Okinawa region, the rain falls quickly and then stops quickly.
Like a squall
It's an image.
Activities conducted assuming that the rain will stop in a short time
If so, there is less chance of cancellation or postponement due to weather.
Can be enjoyed indoors too Manufacturing experience or Traditional culture experience Since you don't have to worry about the weather, this is especially recommended for families with small children!
- 5.0
- (1 review / experience)
In-store "Quick Experience Course" From simple kimono dressing experience to full-fledged studio photography ★Would you like to have a quick Ryusou experience during your free time on your trip?♪ ◎ Women-only Quick A course ¥15,000 / Standard Ryuso / 7 poses shooting Full size data included / Photos 4 photos ◎Quick B course for women only ¥9,000・Standard Ryusou・4 poses taken with smartphone
Once the holidays are over, you can save money on your travel expenses!
From the end of April to the beginning of May, during the Golden Week (GW) period, travel fees for destinations other than Okinawa are also included.
Tendency to be higher
It is in.
But the big holidays are over
rear
, the travel fee is
Greatly profitable
Do you know
There is a balance with work and school holidays, but the schedule
Shift a little
You can save a lot of money on your trip just by making a schedule.
The fact that travel expenses are kept down means that
There are few tourists
That's it!
" staggered trip ” for a great deal and a relaxing stay. Okinawa Let's enjoy!
May trip to Okinawa What is the best outfit?
Okinawa in May is the season of "the beginning of the rainy season"
" Windy May As you can see from the words, this season is considered to be the best for sightseeing in Honshu with many sunny days. but, May in Okinawa is the season of "rainy season" is. The rainy season will be declared as early as early May.
As mentioned earlier, Okinawa The rainy season of It rains heavily in a short period of time That image. Moreover, the temperature is high, so you can still feel the heat even after the rain has stopped.
The weather can change easily, so be prepared for sudden rain. Umbrellas and rain hoodies for both sunny and rainy weather It is helpful to be prepared. Because the sunlight and reflections are strong, Sunglasses or UV protection glasses is also required!
Examples of clothes, coordination, and belongings for your trip to Okinawa in May
Okinawa weather and temperature in May
| area | Average temperature | Average maximum temperature | Average minimum temperature |
|---|---|---|---|
| Okinawa (Naha) | 24.2 ℃ | 27.0 ℃ | 22.1 ℃ |
| Tokyo | 18.8 ℃ | 23.6 ℃ | 14.6 ℃ |
Recommended activities / leisure / experiences / play in Okinawa in May
Seawalk Seawalker
Wearing a special helmet and diving into the sea "
Seawalk/Seawalker experience
". It is a hot topic marine activity now.
The helmet is connected to a tube for supplying oxygen.
The face does not get wet, and there is almost no need to remake.
For that reason, it is becoming more popular with women.
It will be shallow, but you will walk on the seabed while feeling the surface of the water overhead.
Floating feeling
Can't be felt without actually experiencing it!
You don't even have to hold your breath, so
People who cannot swim or with small children
Is also safe.
- 4.6
- (30 reviews and experiences)
Popular sea walk tour! Departing from Okinawa's famous resort Kariyushi Beach, a limited number of people can monopolize the beautiful sea, which is unique to a private beach! Feed fish and interact with various creatures! Wearing a special helmet, your face will not get wet, so if you are new to water or are not good at water, you can leave your makeup on! I also wore glasses
"Spring Sale in progress" [Okinawa Onna Village] Sea Walking Tour by Boat! 8 Free Benefits Included
- 4.8
- (39 reviews/testimonials)
The Sea Walk Course allows you to easily walk underwater. Enjoy the underwater experience while walking on the sand. When you slowly descend the stairs from the boat, you will find yourself in pure white sand and blue sea. ``Blue Ocean'' can guide you to special tours that can only be enjoyed here. ``Blue Ocean'' is the shop with the best record of running sea walks in Onna Village. tg series, Gopro lens
- 4.5
- (14 reviews / experiences)
Only here in Okinawa!! The latest marine activity! Dive at a scenic spot where you can see the Kouri Bridge. A limited number of people (private charter available for 4 or more people) will have the beautiful sea all to themselves! Experience feeding tropical fish and interacting with various creatures. As you straddle a two-seater motorbike, you can talk and breathe just like on land, so children can feel safe. Your face will not get wet, so you can enjoy diving even if you wear glasses.
- 4.5
- (17 reviews / experiences)
Information on snorkel and sea walk tours that are easy to do even for those who are not good at swimming or cannot swim. Blue Ocean is the only place where you can snorkel in the blue cave and sea walk in the same place in Onna Village, Okinawa Prefecture, where we will guide you by boat. You can depart from the same port without having to move your car at all. Wasting your valuable time
"Spring Sale" Blue Cave Boat Snorkeling for ages 5 and up, photo data service included
- 4.6
- (26 reviews and testimonials)
[Regional common coupon (paper) dealer] [Corona countermeasure excellent store] We manage the health of our staff and support our customers so that they can hold the event safely and securely. Snorkeling does not require heavy equipment. It is a marine sport that you can enjoy casually. A veteran instructor will guide you firmly. Even beginners can have a fun snorkeling experience.
Mermaid experience
To commemorate the trip, "Okinawa's unique"
Mermaid experience
How is it?
Transform into a mermaid
You can take pictures that look good on SNS with the beautiful sandy beach and the sea in the background.
Shops with child-sized costumes are popular with families. Parent and child
The longed-for "Mermaid Princess"
Let's become completely.
For those who are good at swimming,
Mermaid swim
Also recommended! If you wear a swimsuit that doubles as a costume, with the tail fins being fins that can be used underwater, you can actually swim with a dolphin kick!
- 4.9
- (132 reviews and experiences)
[This course started last year, but has been very well received, and is the plan with the highest reviews in the 18 years since the establishment.] Phantom Island is surrounded by emerald blue seas, and is a white sand island whose size and shape change depending on the tide. Please spend your free time playing in the water, taking photos, or actively snorkeling to observe fish. Experience time
- 4.9
- (35 reviews and experiences)
《Same-day reservation OK! 》Last reception is until 10:00 ※If you are in a hurry, please call us! Our most popular tour in 2022! Small group guide system + free underwater camera rental, and children's rates up to junior high school students are budget-friendly! ! Landing on the popular uninhabited island "Phantom Island" (Hamajima), which is about 20 to 25 minutes after departing from Ishigaki Island, and moving further from there to see sea turtles.
- 5.0
- (25 reviews / experiences)
[Okinawa, Ishigaki Island] Island hopping around recommended scenic spots! An island trip that leaves moving moments behind♪ \Location photos at scenic spots while sightseeing/ ~Ishigaki Island Adventure Photo Tour~ *A simple photo tour where you can take location photos that will be memorable for your trip to Ishigaki while touring scenic spots♪ *Of course, the blue sea is also a photogenic spot.
- 3.9
- (8 reviews / experiences)
Mermaid Line, which is also the name of our shop that fulfills the dream of becoming a mermaid, means "a silhouette like a mermaid". All of our skin diving courses come with photography. Your silhouette when you shoot in the cobalt blue water with the tropical sun in the background is exactly Merameid. Such a fantastic
~We have received requests from many of our guests~☆A long-awaited new plan is now available☆Luxuriously charter the entire facility for a day [private charter] and enjoy the spectacular spots of Ishigaki Island in a complete package♪Enjoy your island trip to the fullest with a private charter and take home premium memories♪＼A one-day charter [private charter] makes for a special trip! /Because it's an island trip,
Glasswork and glass workshop experience
"Ryukyu glass"
Is one of the crafts of the Okinawa region. In Okinawa, various kinds
Glass work
Did you know that you can experience it?
The blown glass experience is popular, but for families with young children, we used pieces of glass such as sea glass.
Making accessories
or
Making photo frames
Is also recommended.
Also, carve pictures and letters on the glass
Sandblasting experience
Then
It is also possible to take out the work on the day of the experience
is.
Some plans allow same-day reservations, so depending on the weather conditions
I have to change my schedule suddenly
Check it out for the time being!
- 4.3
- (19 reviews and experiences)
You can make only one Ryukyu glass in the world, which is made by the old-fashioned air-blown manufacturing method! The Ryukyu glass we make is a waste Ryukyu glass made by reusing awamori bottles. You can make glass made by the same method as Ryukyu glass that was made in old Okinawa. However, it wasn't just a breathtaking glass experience, but a variety of processes for myself.
- 4.4
- (7 reviews / experiences)
You can enjoy the experience of making shisa while drinking a drink at the superb view sea cafe. (2,500 yen) You can also paint your own Shisa with the option + 1,100 yen. (Making a shisa + painting 3,600 yen) After making a three-dimensional shisa, it will be baked in about 20 minutes and you can take it home as it is. + Painting the baked shisa as you like
At ORIGINAL GLASS ONE Kokusai Street, you can experience sandblasting glasswork and making Ryukyu glass nameplates. You can make glasswork that reminds you of the ocean of Okinawa and is perfect as a memento of your trip.
- 4.2
- (5 reviews / experiences)
At "Ishigaki Island Glass Museum", you can experience making photo frames, lamps, and nameplates using Ryukyu glass. You can make a glass work that is perfect for commemorating your trip, reminiscent of the sea of Okinawa!
- 4.1
- (7 reviews / experiences)
[Very popular! Plan] About 10 minutes by car from Naha Airport! ``Handmade Experience Workshop Tiander'' is conveniently located 10 seconds walk from Kokusai Street in Naha, Okinawa. In this plan, you will create original earrings or bracelets using natural stones, shells, etc. Reservations are listed at the price of the earrings. You can choose the type on the day. Earrings→
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