List of special features related to Okinawa

[Okinawa Diving Experience] Introducing popular tours and spots in 2019! Ranking of recommended plans for beginners

2019/05/31

Scuba-diving is an experiential activity known as the most popular marine sport. Japan is an island nation surrounded by the sea on all sides, and there are many popular diving spots scattered all over the country, with various experience tours being held, from courses that beginner divers can enjoy as a leisure activity to courses for professional divers with licenses. Among the many popular diving spots, the Okinawa area, where you can observe marine life such as beautiful coral reefs and tropical fish with outstanding transparency, is one of the world's most popular spots, with many diving points including the Kerama Islands, the Blue Cave in Onna Village, and remote islands such as Ishigaki Island and Miyako Island, and is visited by divers from both Japan and abroad. In this page, we will announce the Okinawa Diving Experience Tour Popularity Ranking for the entire Okinawa area, as well as provide you with basic information on Okinawa diving, including an overview of each of the following: "Experience Diving (beginners welcome)", "Fun Diving (license required)", and "Diving License Acquisition Course". Enjoy the spectacular underwater world that the world envies ♪

If you want to dive, Okinawa is the place to go! We've got 3 recommended plans for you, from trial diving for beginners to license courses!

2019/05/30

The best thing about diving in Okinawa is the outstanding transparency. The high transparency also translates into good visibility underwater, so you can enjoy the beautiful location to your heart's content. Next, the encounter with the colorful tropical fish swimming around the coral reefs, the giant rays such as green sea turtles and manta rays, and the sharks called whitetip reef sharks, which are unique to Okinawa, is the charm and the best part of scuba diving in Okinawa. Another attractive feature is that Okinawa has a warm climate and you can dive all year round, regardless of the season. The most popular season is May to September, when the sea is warm and it is the breeding season for creatures, and the best season is said to be around early July, just after the rainy season ends. World-famous diving spots include the Kerama Islands and the Blue Cave in Onna Village, and many divers from both Japan and abroad enjoy the beautiful underwater world at numerous spots, including remote islands such as Ishigaki Island and Miyako Island.

[Recommended shop in Onna Village, Okinawa] SUP (Stand Up Paddle Board) & Blue Cave Snorkeling are popular at "SEAJOY"

2019/05/28

Marine shop "SEAJOY" located in the popular area of "Yomitanson, Nakagami-gun" in the central part of Okinawa Island is a recommended shop by Activity Japan that holds experience tours of "snorkeling" and "SUP (stand up paddle board)" in the field of "Onna Village Blue Cave", the most popular activity spot on Okinawa Island, and the surrounding scenic spots. ↑ On this page, we will introduce the activity experience tour plans and basic store information of "SEAJOY", as well as the recommended points from the perspective of popular guide staff and Activity Japan. ♪ As the summer season approaches, there are many popular events held in the area where reservations are concentrated, so we recommend making arrangements for the desired date and time early ◎

《Latest information on activities for the 2019 summer vacation》A survey of popular activities across Japan, including hands-on leisure, cultural experiences, and craft experiences! Rankings by prefecture & area, type, and plan announced!

2019/05/27

Well, the first summer season since the new era name Reiwa began in 2019 is just around the corner♪ Summer is the season for enjoying nature such as the sea, rivers, lakes, and mountains, and for outdoor activities that refresh and cool down both body and mind! Many people are planning to use their summer vacation and Obon holidays to enjoy these leisure activities at popular travel spots all over the country◎ On this page, we will announce the latest popularity ranking based on the number of reservations for activity experience tour plans for the 2019 summer season (July 1st to September 30th, 2019), classified into four categories: "Prefecture," "Detailed area," "Activity type," and "Experience tour plan."↑ Demand is expected to exceed last year's in the 2019 season, so we recommend making reservations for popular activities early☆

[Miyakojima Recommendation] Blue Cave & Spectacular Coral Field Snorkeling Experience Tour is popular "Irabujima Undersea Tourism Zumia"

2019/05/22

Irabujima Undersea Tourist Zumia, which has a shop on Irabujima Island connected to Miyakojima by the Irabu Ohashi Bridge, the longest bridge in Japan at 3,540 meters, is a highly recommended shop from Activity Japan that offers popular activity experience tours such as snorkeling, sea kayaking, and glass-bottom boats in the area around Miyakojima and Irabujima, which has been attracting the most attention as a marine leisure spot in recent years.↑Not only is the satisfaction of the "experienced and proven" marine activity experience tours guided by staff who are familiar with the sea around Miyakojima high, but the original service that comes with an onboard lunch of "onboard bonito dissection show & all-you-can-eat bonito" is also one of the attractions.♪So, let's check out the charms of the shop, popular plan information, famous staff, recommended points, etc.◎

Considering a "surfing experience" as a marine activity for your trip to Okinawa! What are the characteristics, precautions, and recommended plans for surfing in Okinawa?

2019/05/11

Hello to everyone reading the Activity Japan BLOG. The long-awaited summer vacation season of 2019 is approaching, and it's time to plan a trip to Okinawa, one of the annual events for my family. To be honest, I've already been to Okinawa more than 10 times, so I don't have any particular thing I want to do in Okinawa, but it feels like my second home, or like my other sky, and every year at this time of year, the topic of going to Okinawa comes up. When it comes to Okinawa, the best thing about it is marine leisure, but I've also tried diving, snorkeled in the Kerama Islands, and ridden a canoe like the Jungle Cruise... so in 2019, I'm planning to try surfing in between sightseeing. I found a good experience tour plan in the main island area, so I'd like to share it with you all!

3 Ishigaki Island diving experience plans! Introducing recommended tours from beginner diving, fun diving, and license acquisition courses!

2019/05/10

There are many attractive spots for divers around Ishigaki Island. With a wide variety of coral reefs and diving spots where you can encounter large creatures such as manta rays and sea turtles, it is an ocean where you will never get bored even if you dive every day. For this reason, there are many diving shops, and various diving tours are held all year round. Boat diving is the mainstream, and the diving spots that the shops will guide you to can be broadly divided into three areas.

[Okinawa Blue Cave] Recommended shop "SWORDFISH" with abundant marine leisure activities, high-quality staff, and comprehensive store facilities

2019/05/08

SWORDFISH, which has a shop in Onna Village, a popular resort area located in the central part of Okinawa's main island, is a shop recommended by Activity Japan that hosts popular marine leisure experience tours such as snorkeling, trial diving, sea kayaking, banana boats, etc., held at the most popular marine leisure spot on the main island, the Blue Cave.↑On this page, we will introduce the basic information of the shop and all experience tour plans, as well as popular staff information and Activity Japan's recommended points, focusing on the charm of the shop. ♪A highly popular shop for Okinawa Blue Cave tours, which are expected to be in high demand for the upcoming summer vacation.↑If you are going to Okinawa in the spring/summer 2019 season, be sure to check it out.

[Okinawa Blue Cave Experience Diving] 2020 Latest Ranking of Popular Tours & Shops Recommended for Beginners

2019/05/04

The year 2019 has entered the new era of "Reiwa" and it is finally the season for summer activities♪ Activity Japan, which handles various experiential tour plans such as experiential leisure, cultural experiences, craft experiences, etc. in Japan, is seeing a sudden increase in reservations for experiential tour plans held at outdoor leisure spots all over the country for the upcoming 2019 summer vacation and Obon holiday season↑ On this page, we will announce the popularity ranking of the classic event "Introductory Diving", which has earned the title of "King of Activities" from the popular marine leisure spot "Okinawa Blue Cave", which achieved a magnificent double crown in the "2019 Golden Week Popularity Ranking" and "2019 Summer Vacation Popularity Ranking"♪ We will deliver a complete version for those planning a trip to Okinawa's main island this summer◎

Challenge yourself to get a PADI diving license in Okinawa in 2019! Introducing recommended school courses!

2019/05/04

Many people know that diving licenses are ranked according to skill and experience. There are many ranks available for the Open Water Diver, Advanced Open Water Diver, Specialty Diver, Technical Diver, Divemaster, etc. (The names vary depending on the organization). Having a rank serves as an indicator of a diver's experience, and also serves as a goal for improving skills. There are many training organizations for obtaining licenses, and there are about 30 in Japan alone. There are several famous organizations such as BSAC and NAUI, but the largest of them is PADI, which is the one we will be planning this time. It was founded in the United States in 1966 and is said to have about 60% of divers in the world. There are about 5,300 dive centers and dive resorts in 180 countries, and educational materials are translated and used in more than 26 languages.

3 beginner sea fishing experience tours to enjoy in Okinawa! We introduce popular plans that include fishing equipment rental so you can participate empty-handed!

2019/05/03

The long holiday is over, and the season of beautiful new greenery has come. How are you all doing, those of you who are looking at the Activity Japan page? Were you able to go out during the long holiday? Almost no one around me went on long trips... I myself enjoyed leisure and entertainment in my neighborhood, and quietly welcomed the new era "Reiwa". Therefore, I would like to plan my summer vacation with plenty of time to enjoy it more than now. If possible, I would like to go somewhere in Japan where I can experience the great outdoors and refresh myself... So, this time, with the 2019 summer season just around the corner, we focused on "sea fishing", an activity that even beginners can enjoy in "Okinawa", which is full of everyone's favorite and attractive tourist spots! We will introduce recommended experience plans that include fishing equipment rental, so that beginners and families can easily participate empty-handed!

[2020 Miyakojima Activities] Ranking of popular marine sports, leisure, play and recommended experience tours

2019/04/25

Okinawa is a resort island that boasts overwhelming popularity as a domestic travel destination, where you can enjoy marine leisure activities all year round thanks to its warm climate. The emerald blue sea, untouched subtropical jungle, etc. Many people are planning to travel to Okinawa during the spring and summer of 2019, such as during Golden Week, summer vacation, and Obon holidays, in search of beautiful nature. And among the islands that are expected to become especially popular in the future, the ones that are attracting the most attention in recent years in terms of the increase in tourists and demand for activities are the Okinawa remote islands, with many islands of various sizes scattered around the Yaeyama Islands and Miyako Islands.↑This page will announce the latest 2019 popularity ranking of Miyakojima, which is a popular destination and base for stays among such remote island areas.

[Okinawa Blue Cave Recommended Shop] Enjoy a spectacular underwater experience at "MalDive", recognized by the owner who knows the most beautiful sea in the world

2019/04/24

MalDive, which has a shop in Nago, the center of the northern part of Okinawa's main island and a popular base for Okinawan stays, is a shop recommended by Activity Japan that holds tours of "snorkeling" and "trial diving" in the field of Okinawa's number one popular activity spot, "Onna Village Blue Cave," which even beginners to marine sports and small children can safely participate in. On this page, we will focus on the charm of MalDive, including an introduction to the experience tour plan and basic store information, as well as Activity Japan's recommended points and an introduction to the popular guide staff. Although it is a newly opened store, it is a popular shop that has received high reviews from guests who have already participated. If you are planning a trip to Okinawa's main island, this is a must-check!

Introducing a snorkeling experience tour to enjoy the ocean of Okinawa's Kohama Island! There is also an option to try SUP!!

2019/04/23

Hello everyone who is reading Activity Japan. I bought 10 stamps from the celestial series sold at the post office because they were so nice. I just wanted one, but the celestial series comes in a set of 10, so I had to buy 10. I bought 10 without any hesitation. So, I'm going to take this opportunity to send a challenge to my friend. Or I'll go on a trip, buy a postcard with a beautiful landscape photo at a small souvenir shop, lie down on the beach, and write down my travel memories. I've been thinking that I'd like to go to a remote island in Okinawa that I've never been to before... so today, I'm going to look into Kohama Island, the best resort in the Yaeyama Islands of Okinawa.

[Okinawa Blue Cave Expert Shop] Experienced guide staff will provide safe and high-quality tours "Natural Blue"

2019/04/23

"Natural Blue" is a shop located in Yomitan Village, a west coast area along National Route 58 in the central part of Okinawa's main island. The shop offers tour plans for "snorkeling" and "experience diving" mainly in the Blue Cave, Okinawa's number one spectacular activity spot, which can be accessed from Cape Maeda in Onna Village. This page provides basic store information such as the shop's location and business hours, as well as the service content of popular experience tour plans. We will also introduce popular instructors and Activity Japan's recommended points to get to know the charms of "Natural Blue". ◎ This is a must-see for those planning a trip to Okinawa during the 10-day Golden Week holiday in 2019 and the summer vacation season. ☆

Experience the Kerama Blue! Introducing 3 recommended snorkeling experiences in the Kerama Islands, Okinawa!

2019/04/22

There are many things to see around Naha City, but in fact, in recent years, there has been a trend of an increase in tourists who choose destinations other than the main island of Okinawa. Those destinations are... the surrounding remote islands and uninhabited islands. There are more than 160 remote islands in Okinawa, and many of them have their own unique natural scenery. The beautiful sandy beaches and beaches are full of Instagram-worthy spots, and the open space will give you a sense of relaxation. For these reasons, it seems that more and more people, especially women, are thinking, "I want to go to remote islands!". Okinawa's remote islands, which are truly worthy of being called "paradise of the southern islands," are perfect for traveling away from the hustle and bustle of the city. In addition, there are many hidden beaches with few bathers, so they are also ideal as leisure spots for enjoying marine sports. Okinawa has many seas with high transparency, but this time we will focus on the Kerama Islands, which are known for their outstanding beauty. The waters of the Kerama Islands, which can be visited as a day trip from Naha, are said to be among the most transparent in the world. It is especially a great location for diving and snorkeling! Here we will introduce you to some snorkeling tour plans you can experience in Kerama!

[2020 Ishigaki Island Activities] Ranking of popular marine sports, optional tours, leisure activities, and recommended experiences

2019/04/19

Okinawa is a resort island that boasts overwhelming popularity as a domestic travel destination, where you can enjoy activities all year round thanks to its warm climate. The emerald blue sea, the crystal clear sky, the untouched subtropical jungle, etc. Many people are planning to travel to Okinawa during the summer vacation and Obon holidays in search of beautiful nature. And among the islands that are expected to become especially popular in the future, the islands that have attracted the most attention in recent years in terms of the increase in tourists and demand for activities are the Okinawa Islands, with many islands of various sizes scattered around them, such as the Yaeyama Islands and Miyako Islands. On this page, we will announce the latest 2019 popularity ranking of Ishigaki Island, the most popular island area this spring and summer season.

{2019 Golden Week} Enjoy the 10-day Golden Week holiday with experiential activities and leisure activities! Popular reservation events, experiential tour plans, area rankings, and the latest information on featured and recommended tours {Travel, driving, and outings}

2019/04/18

With the long-awaited Golden Week just around the corner, we are proud to announce the latest trends in Golden Week activity bookings for 2019! Along with the "Popular Activity Rankings," "Popular Area Rankings," and "Popular Experience Plan Rankings," we will be investigating the trends for 2019 and thoroughly introducing the "Recommended Popular Activities and Popular Experience Plans." ◎ Golden Week is a season that marks a historic moment, and is one of the rare longest holidays in recent years. Many people are probably planning to go on trips or drives with their families, groups of friends, or as a couple. With high demand expected for this season, it's best to make reservations for accommodation, transportation, and experiential leisure activities at your travel destination early☆

[Recommended in Miyakojima] Spectacular snorkeling + on-board bonito cutting show & all-you-can-eat is popular at "Irabujima Undersea Tourism Zumia"

2019/04/17

Irabujima Undersea Tourist Zumia, which has a shop on Irabu Island, which is connected to Miyako Island by the Irabu Ohashi Bridge, the longest bridge in Japan at 3,540 meters, is a highly recommended shop from Activity Japan that offers popular activity experience tours such as snorkeling, sea kayaking, and glass-bottom boats in the area around Miyako Island and Irabu Island, which have attracted the most attention as marine leisure spots in recent years. In addition to the quality of the activity experience tours, the original service of a bonito dissection show on board and all-you-can-eat bonito lunch is also one of the attractions. This page will introduce the shop's charms, including shop data, popular plan information, introductions to the famous staff, and recommended points from a professional perspective. This is a must-see for those visiting Miyako Island during Golden Week and summer vacation.

Recommended leisure activities on Okinawa's main island! 3 recommended mangrove kayak cruising experiences on the Hisa River!

2019/04/16

The Hija River is a second-class river that flows through central Okinawa. It originates from Mt. Yomitan, flows through the plateau, passes through Kadena Town, Nakagami County, and empties into the East China Sea at Toguchi, Yomitan Village. It has the largest drainage area on the main island of Okinawa, is wide and flows gently, and is used as a water source for the southern part of the main island of Okinawa. Since ancient times, the Hija River has been a river where nature, history, and people coexisted, and it has a rich history, but now a promenade has been built along the river, and it is attracting attention as a spot where you can enjoy activities in the mangrove forest. With the summer season of 2019 just around the corner, here are some activities to enjoy the great outdoors of the Hija River! We will introduce 3 recommended experience plans that will allow you to enjoy mangrove kayaking. If you have been interested in it on social media or would like to try canoeing, be sure to visit during the summer season of 2019.

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