What to do in Okinawa Prefecture

Activities, attractions and tours

A clear turquoise sea with a sailboat and three rocky outcrops.
A boat on turquoise water, a sandy beach, and a forested hill.
A traditional Chinese gate with intricate roof design and red pillars, surrounded by lush greenery.
A beach with rows of sun umbrellas and lounge chairs.
A tropical island with clear turquoise waters, a sandy beach, and lush greenery.

Activities

Okinawa Glass Bottom Boat Tour

Okinawa Glass Bottom Boat Tour

NZ$44
per adult
Okinawa Glass Bottom Boat Tour
Picture 5 for Activity Ishigaki Island: Blue Cave Exploration & Snorkeling Tour

Ishigaki Island: Blue Cave Exploration & Snorkeling Tour

NZ$82
per adult
Ishigaki Island: Blue Cave Exploration & Snorkeling Tour
Miyakojima:Night tour |Pick-up OK|Jungle night tour & Starry sky

Miyakojima:Night tour |Pick-up OK|Jungle night tour & Starry sky

NZ$45
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Miyakojima:Night tour |Pick-up OK|Jungle night tour & Starry sky
Miyakojima Standard Plan [SUP & Sea Turtle Snorkel] No extra charge|Full refund guarantee|Free rental and photos|1 year old ~ OK|Empty handed

Miyakojima Standard Plan [SUP & Sea Turtle Snorkel] No extra charge|Full refund guarantee|Free rental and photos|1 year old ~ OK|Empty handed

NZ$117
per adult
Miyakojima Standard Plan [SUP & Sea Turtle Snorkel] No extra charge|Full refund guarantee|Free rental and photos|1 year old ~ OK|Empty handed
Double-Decker Bus,Okinawan Open Top Bus

Double-Decker Open Top Bus Okinawa 3 trips

NZ$28
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Double-Decker Open Top Bus Okinawa 3 trips
Picture 5 for Activity Naha: North Okinawa Sightseeing Tour & Churaumi Aquarium

Naha: North Okinawa Sightseeing Tour & Churaumi Aquarium

NZ$88
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Naha: North Okinawa Sightseeing Tour & Churaumi Aquarium
Mangrove kayaking to enjoy nature in Okinawa

Mangrove kayaking to enjoy nature in Okinawa

NZ$67
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Mangrove kayaking to enjoy nature in Okinawa
Okinawa Ishigaki Island Night Starry sky and Jungle night tour

Okinawa Ishigaki Island Night Starry sky and Jungle night tour

NZ$55
per adult
Okinawa Ishigaki Island Night Starry sky and Jungle night tour
Ishigaki: Beautiful Sunset and Magic Hour Canoe Tour

Ishigaki: Beautiful Sunset and Magic Hour Canoe Tour

NZ$88
per adult
Ishigaki: Beautiful Sunset and Magic Hour Canoe Tour
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What to do in Okinawa Prefecture

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A busy urban street lined with palm trees, taxis, and brightly lit shops.

Kokusai-dori Shopping Street

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Naha’s lively main street is home to an array of superb restaurants, souvenir shops and galleries selling fine glassware.
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A coastal area with a traditional building on a cliff, clear turquoise waters, and a sandy beach.

Naha City Centre

The parks and historical sites are just a few things visitors like about Naha City Centre. Kokusai-dori Shopping Street and Tomari Port are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Miebashi Station or Kenchomae Station to get around the larger area.

A ferry with blue and white stripes docked near a bridge and buildings in the background.

Tomari

The waterfront and shopping are just a few features travellers like about Tomari. If you want to do some sightseeing nearby, Kokusai-dori Shopping Street and Tomari Port are a few top places to visit.

Two yellow vehicles with pineapple-shaped tops parked in a lush, tropical garden.

Biimata

Travellers like the shopping in Biimata, and Nago Pineapple Park is a top attraction you might want to visit.

A detailed sculpture of a lion, likely part of a cultural or festive decoration.

Makishi

You might enjoy the shopping while in Makishi. Kokusai-dori Shopping Street is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Makishi Station or Miebashi Station to see more of the city.

A large Ferris wheel with vibrant lights, a waterfront promenade, and a multi-story building with outdoor seating.

Mihama

If you're spending some time in Mihama, American Village and Depot Island are top sights worth seeing.

 

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Day trip destinations from Okinawa Prefecture

A beach with clear turquoise water, a sandy shore, and a green hill in the background.

Aguni

A beach with boats, clear turquoise water, and lush green hills in the background.

Ishigaki

A coastal landscape with clear blue waters, visible coral reefs, and lush greenery.

Miyakojima

A beach with a clear sky and two people walking.

Yoron

An aerial view of a circular island with a clear coastline, surrounded by ocean and scattered clouds.

Tarama

A beach with a large hotel, a lifeguard tower, and a water sports area.

Nago

A hotel building with multiple balconies and a tree in the foreground.

Yomitan

A large wooden ship with multiple masts and a cabin structure, situated on a grassy area near a body of water.

Okinawa

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