List of special features related to Okinawa

Along with the HIS Super Summer Sale, there is also a summer sale on activities! Summer is all about activities in Okinawa!

2018/06/04

We will be holding a summer sale at the same time as the HIS Super Summer Sale! And the setting is summer! And Okinawa! We are going all out for Okinawa, and we have prepared many plans that are not only cheap and great value, but also priceless and special experiences! This summer, go to Okinawa and enjoy activities!!! Make your reservations for summer activities in Okinawa early!

Swimming on a deserted island in Okinawa! Nagannu Island Landing Tour from Naha!

2018/06/01

It is an uninhabited island located about 15km west of the main island of Okinawa, and is the entrance to the Kerama Islands, which were designated a national park in 2014. The Kerama Islands are truly my favorite area! Even though they are uninhabited islands, they are equipped with restaurants, flush toilets, showers, and changing rooms, and there are also plenty of accommodation facilities such as cottages. The three islands of Nagannu Island, Kamiyama Island, and Kuefu Island are also called Chibishi Atoll in the local dialect. An atoll is a coral reef formed in a ring shape, as the name suggests. The island is characterized by pure white sand beaches made of coral fragments, and you can enjoy marine sports such as snorkeling and diving on the beautiful beach with outstanding transparency in the sea. It is easily accessible, about 20 minutes by high-speed boat from Tomarin, and is a popular tourist destination for families with small children.

If you come to Ishigaki Island, you're missing out if you don't dive! Swim into a beautiful and mysterious world of spectacular views♪

2018/05/31

The most recommended beautiful scenic spot is Kabira Bay, which has been selected as one of the 100 most scenic spots in Japan. It is a representative spot that is featured on almost all the covers of Ishigaki Island brochures and other materials, and what's more, its beauty has been recognized worldwide and it has been awarded three stars in the Michelin Guide. The emerald green sea that continues on forever. Green islands dotted here and there, a relaxing landscape with glass-bottom boats and kayaks slowly sailing along. The sound of the waves that seem to be rumbling to soothe you. It is said to be a wonderful area where you will never get bored no matter how many times you go to enjoy these things, and you will lose track of time. So, this time we will introduce a snorkeling tour plan that you can experience in Kabira Bay, which is highly rated by travelers.

Take a leisurely ride on a water buffalo cart! Introducing an efficient way to tour Okinawa's remote island spots

2018/05/29

The plan we will introduce this time is the "Iriomote, Yufu, Taketomi 3 Island Tour" guided by "Ishigakijima Dream Tourism". Iriomote, Yufu, and Taketomi are islands that belong to the Yaeyama Islands, and are extremely popular spots for tourism in Okinawa. This plan is a greedy course that allows you to efficiently tour the three islands and see a lot of scenery. By simply joining this tour, you can experience Instagram-worthy scenery, never-before-experienced vehicles, and a laid-back island atmosphere, all in one day.

Okinawa's charm isn't just the ocean! Fly through the deep blue sky on a paraglider!

2018/05/27

Ryukyu Sky Academy, which offers these plans, was founded in 2007 by its president, Mr. Ito, who has more than 30 years of experience in the sky sports industry. As a member of the Japan Hang Paragliding Federation, the guides are fully licensed professionals. With a proper professional piloting the paraglider, you can enjoy your aerial trip with peace of mind. Below, we will briefly explain the spectacular views and spots you can enjoy in Okinawa.

Obtaining a PADI Open Water Diver License on Okinawa's main island. What is a "C Card"?

2018/05/21

The official name is Certification Card. It is a certificate that proves that you have acquired knowledge and skills (instruction standards). There are several types, such as Open Water Diver and Advanced Open Water Diver, depending on the diver's rank and technique. If you don't dive for a while, your skills will deteriorate, so it is recommended that you take a course to refresh your knowledge. Introductory level courses teach the knowledge and skills necessary to dive with a buddy (an instructor, staff member, or other diving partner) during the day in calm sea conditions at a depth of 18m or less.

The perfect Okinawa souvenir! Make your own cute Shisa and take home some great memories!

2018/05/19

Shisa are legendary beast statues that are often seen in Okinawa. They are installed on the gates and roofs of buildings, on hills in villages, etc., and are meant to ward off evil spirits that bring misfortune to houses, people, and villages. They are often installed on the roof, but recently it is common to see shisa installed at the entrances of hotels and souvenir shops. In other words, shisa are the perfect item that everyone recognizes as an "Okinawa souvenir," and by making them by hand, you can experience the culture and customs. We would like to introduce you to Sesokojima Maimai Kobo, where you can attend to handmade shisa.

Ride a buggy through the forests of Yanbaru, Okinawa! Enjoy the charm of this rich natural environment to the fullest!

2018/05/17

This is a special off-road course within a facility built in the Yanbaru forest in Nago City, Okinawa Prefecture, where you can drive a four-wheeled buggy and enjoy a sense of attraction while interacting with nature. Of course, even if you have never ridden a buggy and don't know how to drive, you can practice with a guide at the practice area, so even beginners can feel at ease. The speed of the buggy can be changed in the settings, so you can drive slowly and safely without being scared.

I've always wanted to go to Kumejima! Here are the access methods, sightseeing, hotels, and recommended plans.

2018/05/08

This time, I looked into Kumejima, an island in Okinawa Prefecture that I've wanted to visit but haven't been able to yet. Kumejima is located in the East China Sea, about 100km west of Okinawa's main island. It is a large island that ranks alongside Miyakojima and Ishigakijima as a popular island, and has been called the most beautiful in the Ryukyu Islands. There are several settlements, and you can enjoy typical Okinawan scenery such as red-tiled buildings and sugarcane fields. A barrier reef (a coral reef that acts as a breakwater to protect the land from waves) has developed around the island.

Enjoy the starry sky at night with beach night snorkeling in Miyakojima, Okinawa!

2018/05/06

Miyakojima has many attractive beaches such as Yonaha Maehama Beach, Yoshino Beach, Aragusuku Beach, Sunayama Beach, Miyako Sunset Beach, and Shigira Beach, but I'm curious about where I can snorkel. Looking at the location of the shop, it's near Painagama Beach. A little bit of trivia about Painagama Beach is that there is a Coco Store nearby so you can easily buy a cold beer and it's also a great place to just laze around at night. There is no specific schedule, and there is no meeting place, but they will pick you up at your accommodation, so I wonder if they will go to a good spot nearby. My wish is to snorkel in a place that only locals know about.

The setting of "Churasan"! Enjoy a snorkeling experience on the remote island of Kohama, Okinawa!

2018/04/24

Ishigaki Island in Okinawa Prefecture is of course full of charms in itself, but you can also go to various other remote islands from Ishigaki Port. I have been to Taketomi Island, Kuroshima Island, Hateruma Island, and Hatoma Island, and the beaches on each island had their own charms and were fun. I have a hard time deciding where to go every year because I want to go to those islands again and I also want to go to islands I have never been to. This time, I looked into Kohama Island, which I have never been to.

No license required! We investigated trial diving in Yonaguni Island, Okinawa, which has high reviews!

2018/04/22

There are several diving shops on Yonaguni Island, but this one had the best reviews on a certain website. I was a beginner who had only dived once, so I was a little worried, but the plan description said that an experienced guide would dive one-on-one from start to finish, so I felt at ease. It's really reassuring to have a staff member with you one-on-one. The tour starts with practice diving in shallow waters → boat diving → the main event: diving at the ruins (ruin experience diving course).

Enjoy Okinawa by snorkeling at Minnajima and the Blue Cave! Here are some interesting plans!

2018/04/19

Do you all know Minna Island? It is pronounced "Minnajima". It is a popular tourist destination, being only 15 minutes by high-speed boat from Toguchi Port on the main island of Okinawa. The shallow sea is safe for small children, so it is also good for families. I have been interested in it every year, but I have not been able to go yet because it takes two hours by bus from Naha Airport to Toguchi Port, which I think is a hassle. But this year is the year! I have been feeling so strongly that I have done some research and would like to introduce it to you.

Have fun at the number one popular spot, "Blue Cave, Onna Village"! We found a recommended snorkeling experience plan that is OK for children!

2018/04/13

Ah, I want to go to Okinawa! Hello to everyone who is reading Activity Japan ◎ It's a sunny April day in Tokyo, and I'm feeling a bit confused about whether it's warm or chilly, but every day I think of the ocean in Okinawa, which I love. This is Mon-chan. Every year, my family goes on a trip to Okinawa around September to October, and yesterday my wife and I were talking about what we should do in Okinawa this year, and our heads were full of thoughts about our favorite Okinawa soba restaurant and "Jackie's Steak House *Okinawa's famous steak restaurant". I opened Activity Japan to find things to do in Okinawa, and found something called "2018 Golden Week Latest Edition: Golden Week Popular Activity Rankings", and Okinawa was listed there, so I followed it and looked up Okinawa activities this year!

Make fun memories with manta rays in the underwater world of Ishigaki Island, a paradise for island fun!

2018/04/03

Let's make fun memories with manta rays in the underwater world of Ishigaki Island, a paradise for island fun!! However, even if you want to dive deep underwater, you may think, "I'm not good at swimming," or "I don't know the rules of snorkeling unless I have a diving license." If you are not confident in your swimming or have no diving experience, diving deep into the sea can be scary and dangerous. But don't worry. This time, we will introduce a plan for you to experience diving in Ishigaki Island.

A fascinating tour where you can enjoy diving and snorkeling around the beautiful islands of Okinawa!

2018/03/31

A fascinating tour where you can enjoy diving and snorkeling in the beautiful islands of Okinawa!! The wide blue sky and the sparkling azure sea. Okinawa is a place that never ceases to fascinate people. The Kerama Islands, a group of islands floating in the East China Sea further west of Naha in the southern part of Okinawa's main island, are known only to those in the know. Surrounded by an ocean so beautiful that it is called "the sea that the world loves," it is highly popular as a paradise-like spot where you can spend a peaceful time. If you go to the Kerama Islands, there is one thing you should definitely do. That is... "diving."

Summary of plans for SUP experience in Miyakojima! We also looked into basic information such as prices ♪

2018/02/28

Following on from my previous article, "I looked into the prices of the most popular activity on Miyakojima, the sea turtle snorkeling plan!", I'd like to investigate another activity I was interested in on Miyakojima, "SUP (Stand Up Paddle Board)", so please bear with me♪ Like sea turtle snorkeling, it's one of Miyakojima's most popular leisure activities, so I'm sure there are many people who are interested◎ I'll enthusiastically look for recommended information!

What is the Ishigaki Island Mermaid Experience? It's a girls trip plan to a mystical island that is perfect for Instagram!

2018/02/27

I've read that mermaid suits are popular overseas, but are they really that popular? I did a quick search and found a ton of photos of cute girls posing on the beach, which are pretty cool. I guess the purpose is to take photos, right? Just by wearing that suit it would easily look good on Instagram. I'm sure there are women out there who want to be mermaids, just like I want to be Jack Sparrow. It's not hard to understand. There's a cosplay desire hidden in everyone's heart, apparently there are also flower crowns, starfish and other accessories. I'd like them to cover their breasts with seashells, if possible. I'd like to secretly take photos of such women.

Experience SUP (Stand Up Paddle Board) in Kabira Bay! Ishigaki Island's top choice!

2018/02/26

Experience SUP (Stand Up Paddle Board) in Kabira Bay! Ishigaki Island's first choice! Hello to everyone watching Activity Japan I want to jump into the crystal clear sea right now! Shishimaru appears blowing a loud whistle I'm always looking for the charm of Ishigaki Island that knows no bounds Last year I tried SUP (Stand Up Paddle Board) for the first time and I got hooked, so I looked into whether there was anywhere I could do it on Ishigaki Island.

Choose from popular activities on Ishigaki Island! These are the activities you want to experience in 2018!

2018/02/25

Choose from popular activities on Ishigaki Island! Here are the activities you want to try in 2018! There are a lot of fun leisure experience plans. Snorkeling is a basic for me, but honestly, I don't understand why people wear mermaid suits. I wonder if it's a cosplay thing. Even if you're aiming to take Instagrammable photos, it takes a lot of effort. You can't move your lower body freely, so I think you'd drown if you weren't used to swimming. It's pretty funny to imagine yourself as a mermaid surrounded by beautiful coral reefs, tropical fish, and sea turtles. I'm laughing and drowning, but the name "Phantom Island" sounds great...

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