When is the off-season in Okinawa?おすすめの楽しみ方と旅行料金が安い狙い目の時期を徹底解説！
On this page, Okinawa How to enjoy the off-season (including remote islands) Special feature!
Recommended activities and leisure activities, when is the cheapest time to travel, whether you can go into the sea, etc. A comprehensive guide to useful information for planning an off-season trip to Okinawa I will.
In addition, from repeat visitors to Okinawa Check out the most popular seasons Let's do it.
table of contents
- 1 Okinawa activity experience tour popularity ranking
- 2 How to enjoy Okinawa during the off-season
- 3 Recommended outdoor activities in Okinawa during the off-season
- 4 Recommended indoor leisure activities in Okinawa during the off-season
- 5 When is the off-season in Okinawa?
- 6 Can you go into the ocean in Okinawa even during the off-season?
- 7 The benefits of Okinawa's off-season
- 8 When are Okinawa travel tour prices cheap?
- 9 The best time to visit Okinawa during the off-season
- 10 Feature articles recommended by the editorial department
Okinawa activity experience tour popularity ranking
First of all, based on the latest reservation data from Activity Japan, Okinawa Popular activity experience tour ranking "We would like to introduce you to "
Held all year round, regardless of the season Many of the recommended plans are ranked highly.
Tour contents and fees (prices), Check out the reviews and testimonials Please use this to help you compare plans.
- 4.6
- (19 reviews and experiences)
★The whale guide who explains the ecology and behavior of whales is very popular★A long-established shop in Okinawa, founded 41 years ago! Special tours based on many years of experience★"Tours that will make your kids and your wallet happy" recommended for family groups★Stamp rally with prizes that kids will love & a completely non-smoking boat that is family-friendly + free for 0-5 year olds★Photos & pick-up & drop-off & raincoats & motion sickness prevention wristbands
- 4.9
- (388 reviews and experiences)
★★If you come to Miyakojima, you must visit "Yuni Beach"★★The famous Yuni Beach tour, which is a must-visit place on TikTok if you come to Miyakojima★This performance is possible only because the captain and guide are from Miyakojima! It is very popular as a photo spot for influencers and models and for music videos! Why not join us in making wonderful memories of Miyakojima? Drone
- 4.7
- (2187 reviews and experiences)
[Very popular] We also hold Blue Cave Snorkeling events for people aged 2 to 70! → https://activityjapan.com/publish/plan/18400 Another plan [All-you-can-play in the Blue Cave for one day] Equipment rental service is now open! → https://activityjapan.com/pu
- 4.9
- (415 reviews and experiences)
Experience kayaking or SUP in the mangrove forests of the Fukido River, a natural monument of Ishigaki Island and a designated cultural asset of the city! The river flows very gently, and this tour prioritizes safety so that beginners and small children can enjoy kayaking or SUP. It's a course for beginners, but it still gives you a taste of nature! On the way under the mangrove arch,
- 4.8
- (611 reviews and experiences)
《100% encounter rate! Sea turtle snorkeling tour》・You can also see clownfish and tropical fish. ・We are extremely confident in our photos! They are sure to look great on social media♪ ・Of course, all data is free. No limit on the number of photos! ・Recommended for friends, couples, and families. ・Since it is a small group tour and conducted on a shallow coastline, it is safe for small children.
- 4.8
- (1112 reviews and experiences)
★Over 300,000 people have participated! A safe and secure tour! ★Recommended for beginners! ★Free photo data, equipment rental, and hot showers♪★You might even see a sea turtle! ★Participants will receive special benefits (coupons for restaurants, etc., and information on hidden spots)! On the way to the Blue Cave, your guide will give you a fun and entertaining explanation about Ishigaki Island! Blue Cave
- 4.8
- (85 reviews and experiences)
[Okinawa's ocean that the world loves] The ocean of Okinawa is loved by people all over the world! This is a set plan that carefully selects the most popular activities! With the very popular "Blue Cave Boat Snorkeling", you can enjoy the beautiful ocean! You can also enjoy feeding the fish. With "Shisa Parasailing", you can fly high above the blue ocean of the tourist spot "Mid-Sea Road" in Uruma City.
[Okinawa, Motobu, Sesoko Island] Super popular! Anyone can enjoy a 30-minute glass canoe tour!
- 4.9
- (13 reviews and experiences)
Let's go on a leisurely sightseeing tour in an all-clear covered glass canoe at Anchi Beach on Sesoko Island, which boasts some of the most beautiful ocean on the main island of Okinawa! You can take photos and chat with each other while looking at the corals and fish up close at your feet. Since the tour is led by a guide, it can be enjoyed by people of all ages.
- 4.9
- (668 reviews and experiences)
The summer of a 2-year-old or a 5-year-old is a once in a lifetime experience. This snorkeling plan is popular with families with small children as a great memory for a trip to Okinawa with family, couples, friends, etc. You may be worried about your small children, or it may be their first time in the ocean, or even if mom and dad can't swim, it's okay! The instructor will be happy to help you with your children and adults.
- 4.8
- (654 reviews and experiences)
◉ We recommend joining on the first day! (Coupons for discounts on boats to remote islands, Taketomi water buffalo carts, and souvenirs from affiliated stores are included!) ◉ Lots of sea turtles, minimos, fish and coral! ◉ Free parking ◉ Free use of clubhouse facilities ♪ (showers, lockers with keys, changing rooms) ◉ Free shuttle service within 10 minutes of the city ◉ Fun guide during the car ride ◉ Beach entry, so it's perfect for first-time visitors to Ishigaki Island
How to enjoy Okinawa during the off-season
" Okinawa So what activities can you enjoy all year round? "or" What activities can you experience in Okinawa even in winter? I'm sure there are many people who are researching information such as "
The conclusion is that marine sports and outdoor leisure activities are Almost all activities in Okinawa can be enjoyed all year round. is.
In addition, even during non-peak seasons such as summer vacation and Golden Week, Enjoy the great outdoors in the same way as in midsummer can.
Sea, river, mountain, etc. Okinawa's unique sightseeing spots and gourmet food, including outdoor spots Let's enjoy it.
Okinawa activity popularity ranking
| Ranking | Region/area name |
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1st Place
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Snorkeling |
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2nd Place
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Trial diving (beginners welcome) |
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3rd Place
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Canoeing, Kayaking, Sea Kayaking |
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4th Place
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SUP (Stand Up Paddle Board) |
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5th Place
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Parasailing |
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6th place
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Handmade accessories/accessory making |
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No.7
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Four-wheeled buggy |
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No.8
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Sea fishing/fishing boat |
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9th place
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Shisa making |
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10th place
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Flyboard (flying in the air using water pressure) |
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Recommended outdoor activities in Okinawa during the off-season
Off-season Okinawa In travel planning, Many people are looking for activities other than the sea. Should be.
In Okinawa, you can enjoy not only marine sports in the emerald blue sea, Plenty of activities outside the sea We are doing it.
In the following, Recommended outdoor activities in Okinawa during the off-season and their popularity rankings We will introduce you to the following:
Four-wheeled buggy
A very popular outdoor activity in Okinawa!
- 4.9
- (36 reviews and experiences)
Tour operator: Riders Lighthouse We will guide you on a four-wheeled buggy on the most scenic off-road course on the island (Hirakubo Peninsula Eco Road), a hidden area in the far north of Ishigaki Island. The course, designated as part of Iriomote-Ishigaki National Park, is so spectacular that it has been called a real Jurassic Park! The natural environment is preserved in the pastureland,
- 4.8
- (9 reviews and experiences)
Enjoy the Okinawa summer with peace of mind and safety with the original Okinawa buggy! Enjoy to the fullest even on rainy days! A super authentic buggy tour! Beginners are also welcome! With the help of a guide, you will practice properly! Participation is OK from 4 years old! This is a very popular activity for families. Recommended for: Families with children Couples, friends, alone Drivers
- 4.9
- (64 reviews and experiences)
The original Okinawa buggy, so it's safe and secure♪ A buggy tour that was featured on a popular TV program on New Year's Day♪ Enjoy the summer in Okinawa!! You can have fun even on rainy days☆ A super authentic buggy tour! Even beginners can feel safe♪ We will practice thoroughly in the wide field! Participants from 4 years old are welcome! This is a very popular activity for families★★ About 1 minute by car from Gesaji Mangrove
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Parasailing
Enjoy the emerald blue ocean from above!
- 4.8
- (85 reviews and experiences)
[Okinawa's ocean that the world loves] The ocean of Okinawa is loved by people all over the world! This is a set plan that carefully selects the most popular activities! With the very popular "Blue Cave Boat Snorkeling", you can enjoy the beautiful ocean! You can also enjoy feeding the fish. With "Shisa Parasailing", you can fly high above the blue ocean of the tourist spot "Mid-Sea Road" in Uruma City.
- 4.5
- (275 reviews and experiences)
The popular activity [Blue Cave Diving and Parasailing] is now available as a set course! Of course, you can get free underwater and flight photos on the spot! This is a special Blue Cave & Parasailing plan that does not require a license and can be enjoyed by those who have never experienced sea activities! ★★★★★ Lots of free benefits! ★★★★★
- 4.9
- (65 reviews and experiences)
★No. 1 in the 2023 Activity Japan Naha & Kerama Islands Parasailing Category Review Ranking★No. 1 in number of parasailing achievements and users★Okinawa's longest rope at 200m! Okinawa's most established parasail store★A 22-year-old safety store that puts the first priority on avoiding accidents on your important trip★"Make your memories of this ocean the best they can be"
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Canoeing, Kayaking, Sea Kayaking
We recommend a mangrove forest cruise!
- 4.9
- (415 reviews and experiences)
Experience kayaking or SUP in the mangrove forests of the Fukido River, a natural monument of Ishigaki Island and a designated cultural asset of the city! The river flows very gently, and this tour prioritizes safety so that beginners and small children can enjoy kayaking or SUP. It's a course for beginners, but it still gives you a taste of nature! On the way under the mangrove arch,
- 4.9
- (668 reviews and experiences)
The summer of a 2-year-old or a 5-year-old is a once in a lifetime experience. This snorkeling plan is popular with families with small children as a great memory for a trip to Okinawa with family, couples, friends, etc. You may be worried about your small children, or it may be their first time in the ocean, or even if mom and dad can't swim, it's okay! The instructor will be happy to help you with your children and adults.
- 4.9
- (2148 reviews and experiences)
☆ Coronavirus Prevention Store ☆ Okinawa Blue Cave Beach Experience Diving ★ Please take a look at the five-star high evaluation reviews ♪ The messages we received from many customers are our treasures! We are proud of it! ! The photos and videos taken underwater will be transferred to your smartphone immediately after the dive is over! It is said that the most advanced GOPRO images have already exceeded the capabilities of the human eye.
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Sea fishing/fishing boat
Catch colorful fish unique to Okinawa!
- 4.9
- (2148 reviews and experiences)
☆ Coronavirus Prevention Store ☆ Okinawa Blue Cave Beach Experience Diving ★ Please take a look at the five-star high evaluation reviews ♪ The messages we received from many customers are our treasures! We are proud of it! ! The photos and videos taken underwater will be transferred to your smartphone immediately after the dive is over! It is said that the most advanced GOPRO images have already exceeded the capabilities of the human eye.
- 4.6
- (68 reviews and experiences)
◆◇ 【Plan Details】 ◇◆The captain will fully support beginners! A half-day boat fishing course where you can target the high-quality fish, the red sea bream, and the abundant variety of fish that live in Ishigaki Island. This is a course where you can enjoy a boat fishing experience at a calm point near Ishigaki Island. The captain will fully support you so that even beginners can enjoy the trip with peace of mind, so there is no need to worry even if you are new to fishing. Fishing
- 4.8
- (101 reviews and experiences)
[The only one of its kind on Okinawa Island ☆ We own two of our own boats, so we have a perfect system for both safety and service!] --------------------------------------------------Three trips per day from Kadena Fishing Port on Okinawa Island! [Departure times: 9:00, 11:30, 15:00] *20 minutes before each meeting point The tour is completed in 2 hours from departure to disbandment, so it is perfect for your first fishing experience.
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Whale watching
A spectacular nature experience only available in winter!
- 4.6
- (19 reviews and experiences)
★The whale guide who explains the ecology and behavior of whales is very popular★A long-established shop in Okinawa, founded 41 years ago! Special tours based on many years of experience★"Tours that will make your kids and your wallet happy" recommended for family groups★Stamp rally with prizes that kids will love & a completely non-smoking boat that is family-friendly + free for 0-5 year olds★Photos & pick-up & drop-off & raincoats & motion sickness prevention wristbands
[Half-day tour from Chatan, Okinawa] Whale watching tour - 2 trips per day ★ Over 20,000 passengers!
Recommended points: ★ Approximately 20,000 people are sent every year ★ 17 years of experience in whale watching tours! Operated by the prefecture's largest optional tour company ★ Guided by a veteran captain A chance to meet one of the world's largest mammals! Departs from near Chatan American Village ♪ Recommended for guests staying in central Okinawa Island such as Chatan, Onna Village, and Yomitan ♪ --
- 3.9
- (4 reviews and experiences)
↓For those who wish to make a reservation for the PM tour, please click here! ↓https://activityjapan.com/publish/plan/56273＼Recommended points／★We have a track record of sending approximately 20,000 people every year★We have 17 years of experience in whale watching tours! Operated by the prefecture's largest optional tour company★You will be guided by a veteran captain You can encounter one of the world's largest mammals
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Recommended indoor leisure activities in Okinawa during the off-season
On cold or rainy days, Plenty of indoor leisure and activities to enjoy What I am doing Okinawa The charm of.
Indoor theme park and Ryukyu cultural experience Satisfying for everyone, from children to adults, regardless of age or gender There are many plans available.
In the following, Recommended indoor leisure activities and activities in Okinawa during the off-season and their popularity rankings We will introduce you to the following:
Shisa making experience
Make a Shisa, a classic Okinawan cultural experience!
- 4.6
- (6 reviews and experiences)
Naha Airport is about 10 minutes by car! Just 10 seconds on foot from Kokusai Street in Naha, Okinawa, the easily accessible "Handmade Experience Workshop Tianda" offers a variety of handmade experience menus that families, couples, and friends can easily participate in. With this plan, you can make a reservation without deciding on a course! Please tell the staff on the day what you would like to do! Reservations are for making earrings.
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- 4.9
- (309 reviews and experiences)
[Take home the most moving Okinawa memories and souvenirs] ★Great! Last minute reservations are OK★Free cancellation on the day is great! Highly rated and popular restaurant [1 minute by car from Churaumi Aquarium] All seats are located on the main street, overlooking the sea, in a bright and cheerful restaurant with the sound of the sanshin playing, and a comfortable air-conditioned space. Great for families with children, with tatami rooms, diaper changing stations, and toys.
[Okinawa, Naha] Shisa painting experience! Freely color a handmade shisa made by an artisan!
- 5.0
- (12 reviews and experiences)
An experience workshop on Kokusai Street in Okinawa! The unglazed shisa for painting are handmade by artisans, so there are no two that are the same! Compare the faces and shapes in the store, and if you find one you like, paint it freely to make a one-of-a-kind original shisa! The plan shown is for a small shisa. Limited edition red tile shisa and daruma shisa ¥2,000
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Ryukyu glass experience
Make your own Ryukyu glass as a memento of your trip to Okinawa!
- 4.1
- (23 reviews and experiences)
You can make your own one-of-a-kind Ryukyu glass using the traditional free-blowing method! The Ryukyu glass we make is made from recycled bottles such as awamori bottles. You can make glasses using the same method as the Ryukyu glass made in Okinawa in the past. However, it is not just an experience of blowing into a glass, but you can experience various processes yourself.
- 4.2
- (5 reviews and experiences)
At the Ishigakijima Glass Museum, you can experience making photo frames, lamps, and nameplates using Ryukyu glass. You can make glass works that will remind you of the Okinawan sea and are perfect as a memento of your trip!
Speaking of Okinawa, it's "Ryukyu glass"! You can experience carving your own original Ryukyu glass here in Miyakojima! It's very easy to make! What's more, you can take it home on the day of the experience, which is a nice point ♪ How about making a memory of Okinawa with friends or a couple?
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Making sweets and Japanese sweets
A popular Okinawan cultural experience that can be enjoyed by both children and adults!
You can easily experience making Okinawa's traditional sweet "Chinsuko". It is a crispy and slightly salty sweet unique to Okinawa that has been passed down since the Ryukyu era. Originally, chinsuko is made using pork back fat, but here we use healthy shirashime oil to make it. It has no unpleasant smell, so even those who don't like chinsuko can enjoy it.
This workshop will help you feel closer to cacao, experience the fun and difficulty of making chocolate yourself, and experience the appeal of local ingredients. It will help you develop an interest in the food you eat every day and foster a sense of appreciation for food. What is the chocolate you eat every day made from? What is cacao? How is chocolate made?
Experience cooking while experiencing the traditional food culture that has been passed down since the Ryukyu Dynasty. Cooking ingredients will be sent in advance. ・260g of mochi flour mix (200g of mochi flour, 60g of powdered brown sugar) ・5 shell ginger leaves ・5 strings ・1 bottle of Kabira Tourist Farm sugar cane juice *The finished product will be 5 servings depending on the size. [Things you need to prepare yourself] ・ZOOM
Handmade accessories/accessory making
Very popular with couples and married couples visiting Okinawa!
- 4.6
- (6 reviews and experiences)
Naha Airport is about 10 minutes by car! Just 10 seconds on foot from Kokusai Street in Naha, Okinawa, the easily accessible "Handmade Experience Workshop Tianda" offers a variety of handmade experience menus that families, couples, and friends can easily participate in. With this plan, you can make a reservation without deciding on a course! Please tell the staff on the day what you would like to do! Reservations are for making earrings.
- 4.3
- (15 reviews and experiences)
Naha Airport - about 10 minutes by car! Just 10 seconds on foot from Kokusai Street in Naha, Okinawa, the easily accessible "Handmade Experience Workshop Tianda" offers a variety of hand-made experience menus that families, couples, and friends can easily participate in. In this plan, you can paint a bisque shisa and finish it into an original shisa.
[Okinawa, Naha] Anyone can easily enjoy the "Shisa making experience" right next to Kokusai Street!
- 4.6
- (25 reviews and experiences)
Naha Airport - about 10 minutes by car! Just 10 seconds on foot from Kokusai Street in Naha, Okinawa, the easily accessible "Handmade Experience Workshop Tianda" offers a variety of hand-made experience menus that families, couples, and friends can easily participate in. In this plan, you will make your own original shisa by kneading clay.
Theme Parks
Many popular spots including the Churaumi Aquarium!
- 4.8
- (4 reviews and experiences)
-------------------------------★The meeting time will be earlier on Sunday, December 1, 2024 due to the NAHA Marathon★・Meeting time 7:50am / Departure 8:00am Palette Kumoji in front of the Prefectural Office (in front of Nippon Rent-a-Car)・Meeting time 8:20am / Departure 8:30am T Galleria (Aoyama Clothing side)-------------------------------
- 5.0
- (1 review/experience)
[Guidance] Bring your smartphone and earphones to use the voice guidance! (Japanese, English, Korean, Chinese) ★What is automated voice guidance?★ It is a system that will provide you with information about each location when you pass a point specified by GPS. You will need a smartphone and earphones, so please bring them with you if you wish to use it. This is a service, so please note that it may be unavailable due to malfunctions, etc.
[Okinawa, Nago] Discount admission ticket to Okinawa Fruit Land
This is a great value admission ticket that offers 10% off the admission fee.
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When is the off-season in Okinawa?
It is a perpetual summer paradise that is visited by many tourists all year round. Okinawa (Including remote islands) "
During peak seasons when travel to Okinawa is at its most popular, and when there are fewer tourists, you can avoid crowds. When is the off-season? Is that the case?
First, Okinawa is the most popular time of the year for travel. The peak seasons are Golden Week, summer vacation, Obon holidays, and Silver Week. is.
Late April to early May, late July to the end of August, and during the September holidays Demand for travel to Okinawa will increase.
During that period, especially during summer vacation and spring vacation, The peak season for travel to Okinawa is during the long school (children) holidays. will be celebrated.
In other words, broadly speaking Any time other than the above is the off-season for travel to Okinawa. This corresponds to.
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Can you go into the ocean in Okinawa even during the off-season?
Okinawa So, Popular beaches on the main island and outlying islands usually open for swimming from late March onwards. will be celebrated.
During the beach opening period, which lasts until around October, There are lifeguards on duty, as well as beach huts, shops, and rental shops. I will.
On the other hand, in Okinawa, where both the air and water temperatures are warm, Go into the sea all year round This is also attractive.
but Outside of the beach opening season, there are no lifeguards on duty at the beach, so swimming is at your own risk. So care must be taken.
If you are planning to enjoy marine sports in Okinawa outside of the beach opening period, Participate in an experience tour accompanied by a guide instructor Please enjoy safely.
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The benefits of Okinawa's off-season
The hot and humid subtropical climate keeps it warm all year round. Okinawa (Including remote islands) "
Avoiding peak travel demand in Okinawa During the off-season, it is popular with repeat and regular Okinawa travelers. It's the season.
The following is Benefits of choosing an off-season trip to Okinawa He lists the following as examples.
- Cheap travel tours
- Enjoy the sea or pool all year round
- Avoid crowded roads and tourist spots
- Popular gourmet food can be enjoyed without waiting in line
- etc.
First of all, the most obvious thing is that it includes airfare, rental car, hotel, etc. Cheap travel tours thing.
Depending on the plan and time, Half the price of peak season You can also book your trip to Okinawa.
In Okinawa, where the air and water temperatures are high even outside of midsummer, The off-season is popular because you can enjoy the sea all year round. is.
Compared to peak season It's easy to make reservations for your desired date and time for activity experience tours. It will be.
When are Okinawa travel tour prices cheap?
" Okinawa What is the cheapest season to travel? I'm sure many people are researching the seasons when tour prices are cheap, such as:
Needless to say, the price of Okinawa travel tours The cheapest season is winter .
In particular, excluding the New Year holidays Prices for all tour companies tend to be cheaper from December to January. is located.
On the other hand, you can enjoy whale watching in the waters off Okinawa. Popular with repeat visitors in winter It's the season.
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The best time to visit Okinawa during the off-season
So far, Off-season Okinawa How to enjoy I think I found a hint.
Finally, the Activity Japan editorial department recommends " The best time to visit Okinawa during the off-season We will introduce these reasons along with their reasons.
From the end of the rainy season to mid-July
Okinawa is Once the rainy season is over, summer arrives will start.
During the period from the end of the rainy season until the start of the students' summer vacation, Book a tour at a relatively low price There are many things that can be done.
Of course, marine sports and swimming are also available. Enjoying the sea is the same as in August. You can enjoy it.
October and November
Summer vacation and Silver Week are over October and November are also recommended seasons for traveling to Okinawa is.
The temperature is still too high to go into the sea. The season of frequent typhoons has come to an end. This is one of the reasons why.
It also brings stinging tropical sunlight. Pass the peak of the heat This makes it a good season for sightseeing.
From March to before Golden Week
Scattered across Okinawa Beaches and swimming spots usually open one after another from around March. will be celebrated.
Therefore, you can enjoy swimming and marine activities earlier than in the mainland. Summer season in full swing will arrive.
From late March to Golden Week, excluding the spring break period, Relatively cheaper travel tour prices This is a recommended season.
*The content of this article is current as of October 2024.
