Top 10 recommended sightseeing spots on Okinawa main island! A thorough introduction to the best places for advanced visitors!
On this page, Okinawa Top 10 Recommended Tourist Spots on Okinawa Main Island Big announcement!
The editorial team of Activity Japan, who are experts in Okinawa travel, have carefully selected A good place to go "or" Go here We will introduce highly rated spots that we think are "worth visiting."
From classic famous spots to hidden gems Check out all the information you need to plan your first trip to Okinawa!
table of contents
- 1 Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium
- 2 Naha Kokusai Street Shopping District
- 3 Blue Cave
- 4 Shurijo Castle Park
- 5 Mihama Town Resort American Village
- 6 Sefa-Utaki
- 7 Kouri Island
- 8 Okashi Goten (Onna store)
- 9 Senaga Island Umikaji Terrace
- 10 Okinawa Zoo & Museum
- 11 Feature articles recommended by the editorial department
Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium
Okinawa Located in Ocean Expo Park near Bisezaki on the Motobu Peninsula in the northwest of the main island, Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium ".
It is sometimes counted as one of the three largest aquariums in Japan. A representative tourist spot on Okinawa's main island that can be enjoyed by both children and adults is.
huge A 7,500 square meter large aquarium where whale sharks swim leisurely, and Okichan Theater where dolphin shows are held There are plenty of things to see, such as:
Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium is a place where you can experience the rich nature, history and culture of the ocean. Must-visit spots for first-time visitors to Okinawa It is one of them.
| Location/Address | 424 Ishikawa, Motobu-cho, Kunigami-gun, Okinawa Prefecture, 905-0206 |
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| Opening hours |
8:30-18:30 (last admission 17:30) *May be extended depending on the season |
| Admission fee |
Adults: 2,180 yen Junior high school students (high school students) 1,440 yen Children (elementary and junior high school students): 710 yen Children under 6 are free |
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[Departing from Naha, Okinawa] Churaumi Aquarium and a Full Okinawa Experience Bus | Rad Churaumi
- 4.2
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This is a one-day bus tour that takes you around Okinawa's popular tourist spots, including the Churaumi Aquarium. Bookings are accepted for one person, and you'll have a generous 2.5-hour stay at the Churaumi Aquarium! This is a great value tour that includes admission to the Churaumi Aquarium as well as other facilities. Transportation from hotels in Naha city to central and northern resort hotels (designated hotels) is included.
- 4.4
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--------------------------------------------------Bring your own smartphone and earphones to use the audio guidance! (Japanese, English, Korean, Chinese) ★Automatic audio guidance★ is a system that provides local directions only when you pass a point designated by GPS. A smartphone (compatible with iOS and Android) and earphones are required, so please use it.
- 4.4
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--------------------------------------------------Bring your own smartphone and earphones to use the audio guidance! (Japanese, English, Korean, Chinese) ★Automatic audio guidance★ is a system that provides local directions only when you pass a point designated by GPS. A smartphone (compatible with iOS and Android) and earphones are required, so please use it.
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Naha Kokusai Street Shopping District
It can be accessed from Naha Airport in about 15 minutes by car or Yui Rail. Naha Kokusai Street Shopping District ".
Many hotels, shops and restaurants It is the most well-known entertainment district on Okinawa's main island, with rows of shops and restaurants and seasonal events and festivals held here.
" A people-friendly city and a walkable city The Naha Kokusai Street Shopping District, which has the concept of "a place where you can find the best things to do in Naha," is recommended for leisurely strolling and choosing souvenirs.
First time Okinawa If you are traveling, you can enjoy Okinawa cuisine. We also recommend stopping by the Naha City Makishi Public Market. is.
| Location/Address | 3-2-10 Makishi, Naha City, Okinawa Prefecture, 900-0013 |
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| Opening hours | — |
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At ORIGINAL GLASS ONE Kokusai Street Store on Kokusai Street, you can experience sandblasting glasswork and making Ryukyu glass nameplates. You can create a glass piece that will remind you of the Okinawan sea and is the perfect memento of your trip.
- 4.5
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[Okinawa, Kokusai Street, Gel Candles] Lots of free parts! Make a gel candle studded with Ryukyu glass and seashells! Choose a glass container and fill it with colored sand, Ryukyu glass, seashells, and many other free parts. ^ ^ Enclose it in a clear gel ☆ This is an experience that even small children can enjoy ♪ Experience making
In-store "Quick Experience Course" From a simple kimono dressing experience to full-scale studio photography ★ Why not try on Ryukyu clothing in the gaps of your trip? ♪ --------------------------------- [Menu] ■ Kimono dressing experience ◎ Premium Bingata kimono ¥3,900 ◎ Standard Ryukyu clothing ¥3,200 ◎ Simple Uchikake ¥2,500 ◎ Men's Ryukyu clothing ¥3,200
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Blue Cave
Okinawa Located at Cape Maeda in Onna Village in the central part of the main island, Blue Cave ".
There are many activity experience tours held here, including snorkeling and scuba diving. The most popular and scenic marine spot on Okinawa Island is.
The sunlight and the sea surface reflect A spectacular view of the cave, shining a mysterious blue is worth a look.
Your first marine activity on Okinawa's main island If you are looking for a Blue Cave tour, please consider it first.
| Location/Address | 469-1 Maeda, Onna Village, Kunigami District, Okinawa Prefecture, 904-0417 |
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| Opening hours | — |
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- 4.7
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[Very popular] We also hold the Blue Cave Pukupuku Snorkeling tour, open to people aged 2 to 70! → https://activityjapan.com/publish/plan/18400 Another plan: [All-day unlimited fun in the Blue Cave] Equipment rental service is now open! → https://activityjapan.com/pu
- 4.9
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☆COVID-19 Countermeasure Store☆Okinawa Blue Cave Beach Experience Diving★Please take a look at our five-star reviews♪ We treasure the messages we have received from many customers! We are proud of it!! Photos and videos taken underwater will be transferred to your smartphone immediately after the dive! It is said that the latest GoPro footage already exceeds the capabilities of the human eye.
- 4.7
- (1179 reviews and experiences)
***New masks and snorkels available for purchase*** You can take home any purchased items. You can continue to enjoy the ocean of Okinawa after the experience! ***We also offer the option of private guided tours*** Suitable for preschoolers and small children
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Shurijo Castle Park
Okinawa It is registered as a World Heritage Site as a spot that symbolizes the history and culture of Shurijo Castle Park ".
The fire in 2019 is still fresh in our memory, but restoration work is currently underway. Restoration of the main hall is scheduled for 2026 It has been done.
"Shureimon Gate" and "Kankaimon Gate" A historic building where you can experience Ryukyu culture The many items are a must-see.
Currently, it is partially open to the public as part of the "Visible Reconstruction" project. There is plenty to see even in the free area is.
| Location/Address | 1-2 Kinjocho, Shuri, Naha City, Okinawa Prefecture, 903-0815 |
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| Opening hours | 8:00-20:30 (varies depending on the season) |
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Bukubuku (Fukufu) tea is a tea unique to Okinawa that has been enjoyed as a way of welcoming envoys, as well as at voyages, departures, and celebrations during the Ryukyu Dynasty. Made primarily from organic brown rice, it has been loved as an eco-friendly tea. Furthermore, the minerals in the water are considered important for the bubbling (Fukufu) bubbles, and Okinawa's hard water is ideal. Ryukyu
[Okinawa, Naha] E-Bike Nature Tour in Shuri
You can encounter hidden nature and history that are not found in guidebooks, such as the quiet sound of water, lush greenery, and historic buildings. Cycling on an electric bicycle will refresh your mind and body. This is a new and unique tour that lets you experience Okinawa and the Ryukyu Islands as if you were traveling back in time. ~Experience flow~ ① Meet and check in at E-Charity Naha Kokusai Street Main
Why not stroll around the World Heritage Site in authentic Ryukyu clothing with a history guide? With a guide, you can learn about history as you stroll. You can choose from the Shuri Castle and Shikina-en Garden course. The tour takes approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes.
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Mihama Town Resort American Village
Okinawa Located in Chatan Town in the central part of the main island, Mihama Town Resort American Village ".
The entire area exudes an American atmosphere Shopping and entertainment spots is.
Shopping, gourmet food, movie theaters, game centers, etc. There are so many stores that it's impossible to see them all in one day.
Couples' dates, family walks, school trips, etc. A must-visit place during your trip to Okinawa is.
| Location/Address | Mihama, Chatan Town, Nakagami District, Okinawa Prefecture, 904-0115 |
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| Opening hours | 10:00-22:00 (varies by store) |
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- 4.0
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\Early bird discount campaign underway/A rare bus with only one on the main island of Okinawa! We look forward to your reservations! －－－－－－－－－－－－－－－－－－－－－－Bring your smartphone and earphones to use the audio guidance! (Japanese, English, Korean, Chinese) ★Automatic audio guidance★ A system that provides information about various locations only when you pass points designated by GPS.
- 4.0
- (2 reviews and experiences)
--------------------------------------------------Bring your own smartphone and earphones to use the audio guidance! (Japanese, English, Korean, Chinese) ★Automatic audio guidance★ is a system that provides local directions only when you pass a point designated by GPS. A smartphone (compatible with iOS and Android) and earphones are required, so please use it.
--------------------------------------------------Bring your own smartphone and earphones to use the audio guidance! (Japanese, English, Korean, Chinese) ★Automatic audio guidance★ is a system that provides local directions only when you pass a point designated by GPS. A smartphone (compatible with iOS and Android) and earphones are required, so please use it.
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Sefa-Utaki
Okinawa The historic site in Chinen, Nanjo City, Sefa Utaki ".
It is the most sacred place in the Ryukyu Kingdom, and is also mentioned in the legend of the founding of the Ryukyu Kingdom. The most powerful spot on Okinawa Island, designated as a World Heritage Site is.
The six sacred areas within Sefa-Utaki have been Prayers are offered for national prosperity and peace, bountiful harvests, and safe voyages. It has been done.
Nowadays, you can experience the history of the Ryukyu Kingdom. Guided tours are held It is visited by many worshippers throughout the year.
| Location/Address | 539 Chinen Kutekane, Nanjo City, Okinawa Prefecture, 901-1511 |
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| Opening hours |
March to October: 9:00-18:00 (last ticket sold at 17:15 / last entrance at 17:30) November to February: 9:00-17:30 (last ticket sold at 16:45 / last entrance at 17:00) |
| Admission fee |
Adults (high school students and above): 300 yen Children (elementary and junior high school students): Free Groups (20 or more adults): 200 yen Certificate holders: Free admission upon presentation of a Physical Disability Certificate, Rehabilitation Certificate, or Mental Disability Health and Welfare Certificate. |
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★LeaLea Bus Departing from Naha in the morning, this half-day tour of the southern part of Okinawa's main island will take you to spectacular spots such as the World Heritage Site Sefa Utaki and Nirai Kanai Bridge, as well as the Himeyuri Tower. ~Schedule~ LeaLea Lounge Okinawa departure: 08:00 → Nirai Kanai Bridge (view from the bus window) → A guide will guide you to the World Heritage Site Sefa Utaki (Note 1). After that,
- 5.0
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Okinawa is a place where you can find places of prayer and mysteries in nature, and where Feng Shui is a strong principle. Among these places, Sefa Utaki is said to have great power, and Gangala Valley was formed when a limestone cave created hundreds of thousands of years ago collapsed. This tour with a local guide will take you to the area. Afterwards, enjoy a day at Okinawa World, including lunch and a free pass! <Inside Sefa Utaki
Tours departing from Naha and visiting Okinawa's power spots with a local guide certified by the Nanjo City Board of Education. In Okinawa, where nature worship is at the center of faith, people find places of prayer and mystery in nature rather than in shrines and other shrines, and the idea of feng shui is also strong. We will guide you to Sefa Utaki, said to be the most sacred place in the Ryukyu Islands and a World Heritage Site, and Kudaka Island, the island of the gods! Popular thick okonomiyaki
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Kouri Island
Okinawa A remote island belonging to Nakijin Village, Kunigami County, Kouri Island ".
Although it is a remote island, it is not the main island of Okinawa. Connected by the Kouri Bridge and accessible by car This is a feature of the product.
Kouri Island is a thriving agricultural and fishing industry. Specialty products such as vegetables and seafood There are many.
Also, the beautiful sea Snorkeling and diving spots It is known as a place where you can experience these marine activities, and many tours are held here.
| Location/Address | Kouri, Nakijin Village, Kunigami District, Okinawa Prefecture, 905-0406 |
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| Opening hours | — |
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- 4.9
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Introducing the popular plan at Marine Shop Owl Nakijin store♪ [Choose on-site! Two-piece marine activity set] \ Satisfying for both children and adults! / Choose freely depending on your mood that day! This is an experience-based plan where you can choose two of the most fun rides and enjoy them to your heart's content♪ How do you enjoy it? ✅️ For those who prefer a more relaxed atmosphere... there is a sofa type.
- 4.9
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An amazing snorkeling spot discovered by COCONUTS CLUB. This tour randomly selects snorkeling spots from the many snorkeling spots on Kouri Island depending on the weather and sea conditions of the day. You can enjoy marine activities (banana boat, marble jet) to the snorkeling spot, so you can have fun even while traveling. *Glasses
- 4.9
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It's not summer without some serious fun! "Honki de Asobe" - A full-on adrenaline rush in the ocean off Nakijin, Okinawa! Warning: It's too dangerous! ⚠ This marine activity is guaranteed to make you laugh and scream, and it's back again this year! A marine activity plan that can be enjoyed by children and adults alike, with a high level of satisfaction! You can choose three of your favorite rides from over 10 different types of rides.
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Okashi Goten (Onna store)
Okinawa When it comes to finding souvenirs, the most popular place is " Confectionery Palace "is.
Among the many stores on the island, the Activity Japan editorial department The recommended spot is "Okashi Goten (Onna store)" .
In addition to being able to purchase a variety of sweets, including the famous purple sweet potato tart, You can also dine at a restaurant overlooking the sea and tour the manufacturing plant. is.
You can get off at the side of the store Diamond Beach is a hidden gem of a place where you can see the beautiful sunset. It is recommended as.
| Location/Address | 100 Serakaki, Onna Village, Kunigami District, Okinawa Prefecture, 904-0404 |
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| Opening hours | 9:00-18:00 |
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- 5.0
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[Recommended Points] ● [Tropical Dream Center] Enjoy a dreamlike space where the scent of over 2,000 orchids always wafts through the air, tropical and subtropical flowers bloom, and tropical fruits ripen. ♪ ● [Okashi Goten] Stop by Okashi Goten, famous for its purple sweet potato tarts. ♪ ● [Manzamo] Enjoy the spectacular view from a height of 20 meters made of raised coral rock. ♪ ● [Ryukyu Mura] Experience Okinawa.
Senaga Island Umikaji Terrace
Okinawa Located on Senaga Island in the southern part of the main island, Senaga Island Umikaji Terrace ".
The view of the many shops lined up on the slopes makes "Japan's Amalfi" as the closest resort to Naha Airport It is also called.
Food, sweets, fashion, scenic spots, etc. Perfect for couples' dates and family strolls .
The building is constructed on a slope, so there are many stairs. Not suitable for strollers Therefore, caution is required.
| Location/Address | 174-6 Senaga, Tomigusuku City, Okinawa Prefecture, 901-0233 |
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| Opening hours | 10:00-21:00 (varies by store) |
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Rental time is any time between 9:30 and 18:30 ♪ *Return by the same time the next day ＜Recommended points＞ Stylish electric assist bicycles only available at Rimo ★ Make effective use of the Yui Rail ★ ★ No long walks ★ Example of use: Pick up an electric assist bicycle at "Rimo Naha Airport Station Store" and ride around Kokusai Street (Kokusai Street ~ Makishi
Okinawa Zoo & Museum
Okinawa Located in Okinawa City, the southernmost zoo in Japan, Okinawa Zoo & Museum ".
The zoo is the center of the park, and there are also parks, plazas, shops, restaurants, and cafes. Amusement spots recommended for families is.
You can see elephants and other animals up close The Animal Zone is packed with fun things to do, including a petting plaza .
Especially small A must-visit for families with children This is a recommended tourist spot on Okinawa's main island.
| Location/Address | 5-7-1 Goya, Okinawa City, Okinawa Prefecture, 904-0021 |
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| Opening hours | 9:30-18:00 (entry until 17:00) |
| Admission fee |
16 years old and over: 1,000 yen Children under 15 are free |
*The content of this article is current as of September 2025.
