Top Things to do in Okinawa Prefecture
Top Hotels in Okinawa Prefecture
- 1. Hotel Nikko Alivila Yomitan Resort Okinawa
- 2. Hotel Palm Royal Naha Kokusai Street
- 3. Miyakojima Tokyu Hotel & Resorts
- 4. Hotel Aqua Citta Naha
- 5. Okinawa Spa Resort EXES
- 6. JR Kyushu Hotel Blossom Naha
- 7. Halekulani Okinawa
- 8. Almont Hotel Naha Kenchomae
- 9. FUSAKI BEACH RESORT HOTEL & VILLAS
- 10. Vessel Hotel Campana Okinawa
10 Things to do Good for Kids in Okinawa Prefecture That You Shouldn't Miss
Discover the best top things to do in Okinawa Prefecture, Japan including Okinawa Peace Memorial Park, Iriomote Island, Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium, Kouri Ohashi, Kabira Bay, Cape Maeda, Zamamijima Island, Yonaha Maehama Beach, Nirai Beach, Southeast Botanical Gardens.
Restaurants in Okinawa Prefecture
1. Okinawa Peace Memorial Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 589 reviews
Reviewed By PangL103
About 200,000 names on the head stones. Soldiers from both sides and about 100,000 civilians. Casualties of war. This should be the second site to visit after the Former Navy Underground HQ. It is situated near cliffs overlooking the ocean. Lets you reflect the cruelty of mankind and what war brings.
2. Iriomote Island
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 494 reviews
Reviewed By CaptainJWCourtney - Severn, United States
If you are adventurous and want to really explore a beautiful place that is remote and yet a place with so many tings to do, then you really must visit Iriomote. I was there on an cultural anthropology visit with about 12 other people that was being lead by Dr. Barbara Golden. When our boat landed, the first thing I thought of was the island in the original King Kong movie, it was so remote, pristine and it was a real South Pacific / South China Sea island. We were met by a bus with several Catholic nuns in it and were taken to the other side of the island where they has several places for us to stay (boys place and the other was the girls place). We watche them make paper out of a native plant that when soaked in water for a few days in the hot sun kind of boiled the plant. Then 3 days in the sun and it was a very fiberous plant with long fibers that could be woven and beat into a very expensive paper. We also went to the beach to look for the smallest seashells in the world, we found about 10 pounds of them! Then we had several field briefings on the native plants, some were considered as extinct over 2.5 million years ago, they are a cross between a fern and a Ginko Biloba tree. they also have a cat on the island called the "Yama necko" or mountain cat. Every night we were free to walk around and visit before we had our traditional Iriomote evening meal. Iriomote is by far the one of the most beautiful and interesting Ryukyuan islands. The island north of Iriomote each have unique adventures that will await you, from an ox cart ride to seeing a "Turtle Back" Ocean floor. If you want to explore and have a very memorable time, visit this part of Japan, and please go to Iriomote as your dessert!
3. Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 5,500 reviews
Reviewed By Gracie_Chen - Singapore, Singapore
Impressive aquarium and glad we put that in our itinerary . We went early to avoid the crowd , tourist buses started to come by around 10 am We also encountered a group of students on excursion so the place got crowded quickly . If you are not in a hurry (we are not) , just slowly stroll through the crowd and appreciate the different species of sea life on display. Fav window is of course the Whale Sharks & Giant Mantra Rays .. mesmerizing to see the giants swimming around We greatly enjoyed the place , time well spent P/S : If you intend to visit the Tropical Dream Center , keep the aquarium ticket . You get half price for the Tropical Dream Center entrance ticket
4. Kouri Ohashi
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,259 reviews
Reviewed By simplytravelandeat - Singapore, Singapore
One of the greatest drive i had in Japan. Very scenic from alll angles. The waters was turquoise blue and it was so beautiful.
5. Kabira Bay
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 3,054 reviews
Reviewed By Marine_JapanTour - Osaka, Japan
I feel that I am in a wonder land. I went there twice during my stay in Ishigaki Island. There are many bus routes coming to Kabira bay from Bus Terminal and the schedule is pretty frequent. There are shops, restaurants, view point, rest room and many more. Very convenient and safe place for solo traveler :)
6. Cape Maeda
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 498 reviews
Reviewed By J1734GVmichellec - Tokyo Prefecture, Japan
The best snorkelling spot in Okinawa! Before you head to the cape, make sure to check the sea condition online. This was our 2nd time snorkelling here, the first time was a peak season, there were TOO many swimmers and the cave was so crowded, at the end, we gave up. This time, it was so empty and we were able to spend some time inside the cave, taking photos. It was so fun to snorkel, we brought breads to feed the fish and there were lots of colourful fish, felt like an aquarium!
7. Zamamijima Island
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 398 reviews
Reviewed By Excursion739114
Fab sea kayaking with Zamami's Kerama Kayaking. Great boats, equipment, and excellent service from Miami, who prepared the boats, supervised, taught, helped, cooked Okinawan lunch on remote beaches, and helped us to snorkel the corals. Her English helped a lot, with my limited Japanese.. Did 3 day tours, each stunning and great kayaking. Zamami is tiny, 600 people, village atmosphere, buzzing in summer I heard, but beautifully peaceful in January. Enough nice restaurants, bars, izakayas. Good e-bike rental to tour the very hilly landscape.
8. Yonaha Maehama Beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,173 reviews
Reviewed By anderson_eidi - Melbourne, Australia
Amazing beach close to the city centre with a fantastic turquoise water and white sand A must place to go in Miyako!
9. Nirai Beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 320 reviews
Reviewed By Zakimi - Pensacola, United States
Nirai Beach is truly Okinawan at heart. Not a touristy trap, but a place of cultural importance. The area is surrounded by nature. Lovely ocean, flora, people. It's quite a cultural experience to visit. If staying in the hotel Nikko Alivila or just a visitor you will have a great time. It's my secret place to visit away from the crowds when I want to experience Okinawa intimately.
10. Southeast Botanical Gardens
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 266 reviews
Welcome To Southeast Botanical Gardens !we Hope Have A Great Healing Day.
Reviewed By mraynej - Chatan-cho, Japan
I loved the layout of the gardens and all the cute animals along the way. Bring plenty of ¥100 coins to buy the cups of food to feed the animals. Great afternoon activity!
