Naha Airport 1 hr 1
Henza Island (11 min) Tiny 7-km. island featuring seawalls with colorful murals, plus beach areas, cafes & culture. American Village (39 min) Large, American-themed outdoor mall featuring shops, restaurants, a cinema & a ferris wheel. Hamahiga Island (17 min) Rugged island with beaches, fishing, hiking & camping plus a resort with a restaurant & views. Ikei Island (26 min) Small, picturesque island in Okinawa featuring diving, water sports & private beaches. Sefa-Utaki (1 hr 13) Lush, holy place, believed by the Ryukyuan to be the site where the goddess Amamikyu appeared. Tsuken Island (57 min) Small flat island with sandy beaches, carrot farms & a lighthouse, best explored by bicycle. Southeast Botanical Gardens (29 min) Large botanical garden with native & non-native plants, as well as animal encounters & workshops. 海の駅 あやはし館 (8 min) Okinawa Comprehensive Athletic Park (24 min) Sprawling athletic complex with a beach & pool zone, wooded area & a large track & field area. Kudaka Island (2 hr 2) This small inhabited island is considered a sacred site in the Ryukyuan religion. Ryukyu Mura (39 min) Recreation of a traditional Okinawan village, with cultural performances & hands-on workshops. Nakagusuku Castle (33 min) Restored castle wall ruins dating from the 14th century & located on a wide limestone plateau. Miyagi Island (21 min) Relaxed, higher-elevation island with villages, plantations, beaches & clifftop views at Kafu Banta. Okinawa Zoo & Museum (30 min) Whimsical children’s museum & zoo with topiaries, food options, rides & indoor play areas. Katsuren Castle (9 min) Remains of a 15th-century castle on a cliff, with curved walls & panoramic ocean views. |