Time zone
GMT +09:00
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Currency
Japanese Yen
1USD = 157.93JPY
Official languages
Japanese
Recommended trip duration
3 days
Flight time
2.5 hours
When departing from Manila

Okinawa Prefecture
Okinawa, Japan’s southern island paradise, is famed for its turquoise seas, subtropical climate, and rich Ryukyu heritage. Beyond its stunning beaches, the main island offers world-class diving, vibrant coral reefs, and historic sites like Shuri Castle and the Nakijin and Nakagusuku Castle Ruins. Visitors can explore traditional villages, lush forests, and unique cultural experiences year-round. Okinawa’s food scene is equally captivating, featuring local specialties such as Okinawa Soba and slow-braised Rafutee. With its blend of natural beauty, history, and warm island hospitality, Okinawa promises an unforgettable journey in every season.
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Zoos & aquariums • Kunigami
Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium Ticket
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4.7 / 5
(7.7K) • 400K+ booked
US$ 13.80
US$ 12.05
Retail: US$ 12.69
Attraction passes • Kunigami
Okinawa FunPASS (Churaumi Series)
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4.7 / 5
(1.0K) • 60K+ booked
US$ 18.25
Retail: US$ 20.75
Zoos & aquariums • Tomigusuku
DMM Kariyushi Aquarium Ticket in Okinawa
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4.7 / 5
(1.1K) • 70K+ booked
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US$ 12.49
Zoos & aquariums • Okinawa
Okinawa Zoo & Museum Admission Ticket
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4.8 / 5
(670) • 40K+ booked
US$ 5.69
Retail: US$ 6.35
Tours • From Naha
(Okinawa's No. 1 Popular Northern Day Trip) Chinese-speaking guide · Includes admission tickets · 1 person can book: Churaumi Aquarium · Cape Manzamo · Kouri Island · American Village
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4.7 / 5
(1.8K) • 40K+ booked
US$ 43.69
Water activities • From Naha
Kerama Islands Snorkeling with Pick-up from Designated Spots in Naha
Morning departure
Up to 3 hrs
Free cancellation
4.4 / 5
(463) • 20K+ booked
US$ 53.85
Tours • From Naha, Nakagami
Northern Okinawa: Churaumi Aquarium & Kouri Island & Cape Manza & American Village Day Tour (Departing from Naha & Chatan)
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4.8 / 5
(1.1K) • 20K+ booked
US$ 43.39
Theme parks • Nago
Nago Pineapple Park Ticket in Okinawa
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4.6 / 5
(547) • 30K+ booked
US$ 9.49
Water activities • From Kunigami
Blue Cave Snorkeling and Diving in Okinawa
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English guided
Morning departure
4.8 / 5
(504) • 10K+ booked
US$ 31.35
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US$ 11.85
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Tours • Naha
Okinawa Churasun 6 (Large Okinawa Show Club)
English guided
Evening departure
Up to 3 hrs
4.8 / 5
(164) • 8K+ booked
US$ 18.99
Sale 26% off
Transport in Okinawa Prefecture
Rail passes • From Okinawa
Okinawa Yuirail Naha Airport Digital Ticket
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4.4 / 5
(1.5K) • 20K+ booked
US$ 5.65
Car rentals • Naha
Naha Car Rental | Rent a car for Naha Airport, Makishi Public Market, Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium, DMM Kariyushi Aquarium
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100K+ booked
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US$ 21
/day 20% off
Car charters • From Okinawa
Okinawa Car Rental with Driver - Customized Itinerary to Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium / Shuri Castle - Chinese/ English/ Japanese Speaking Driver
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4.9 / 5
(332) • 4K+ booked
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US$ 159.50
Sale 10% off
Private airport transfers • Naha
Naha|Naha Airport Private Airport Transfer
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4.8 / 5
(1.2K) • 9K+ booked
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US$ 43.25
Up to 5% off
Car rentals • Naha
Okinawa Car Rental | Rent a car for Gyukusendo, Churaumi Aquarium, Okinawa World, Kokusai Dori, Shuri Castle
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70K+ booked
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US$ 21
/day 20% off
Buses • From Naha
Churaumi Aquarium Highway Roundtrip Bus Tickets
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4.7 / 5
(163) • 5K+ booked
US$ 22.99
Car rentals • Ishigaki
Ishigaki car rentals | Choose from multiple car models
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7K+ booked
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US$ 40
/day 20% off
Buses • From Okinawa
Limousine Bus Naha Airport (OKA) to Okinawa city
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4.6 / 5
(143) • 3K+ booked
US$ 8.55
Rail passes • From Naha
Mihama American Village Line Bus Pass
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Free cancellation
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4.8 / 5
(325) • 4K+ booked
US$ 15.69
Buses • From Okinawa
Bus Pass Okinawa for Tourist
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4.7 / 5
(13) • 200+ booked
US$ 20.19
Car rentals • Miyakojima
Miyako car rentals | Choose from multiple car models
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51 Rent-a-Car
1K+ booked
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US$ 89
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Car charters • From Miyako District
Miyako Car Rental with Driver - Customized Trip to Sunayama Beach & Irabu Bridge
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Free cancellation
4.8 / 5
(10) • 50+ booked
US$ 208.59
Retail: US$ 230.49
Hotels in Okinawa Prefecture
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US$ 55.73
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US$ 64.77
Hotels • Naha
Okinawa Hinode Resort and Hot spring Hotel
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4.9 / 5
(731) • 50+ booked
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US$ 98.06
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US$ 109.93
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US$ 129.98
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US$ 82.26
Hotels • Naha
Toyoko Inn Okinawa Naha Asahibashi Ekimae
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4.8 / 5
(676) • 100+ booked
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US$ 58.48
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US$ 97.75
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US$ 169.07
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US$ 66.08
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US$ 51.54
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US$ 40
US$ 40.4
Okinawa Prefecture travel guide
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Reviews of Okinawa Prefecture activities
Daniil ********
2026-09-18 10:30:32
Fantastic 5.0
Although I give this tour 5 star rating, with one caviat, we had some misunderstanding with tour guide in the morning, after addressing my concerns, later it was resolved. I would extend American Village by maybe half an hour, although we had an option to stay and later come back at our own expense. I believe hour and a half would be sufficient without being rushed, I wills cut short Cape by 15 mins and aquarium by another 15 mins. Otherwise bus was great, and I enjoyed the day.
Chee ********
2026-09-07 13:56:55
Fantastic 5.0
Minami-san is a great guide! She provide explanation for each spot in English and Chinese, which make the whole trip enjoyable! first stop manzomo and Kaori beach has 30 minutes each, while chikauri Aquarium got 3.5 hours, last stop American village 1 hour, can choose to go back without follow the bus!I get to try the banana milk shake at American village stop near information center. Kudos to the driver for the safe drive and punctuality!
Eva ******
2026-05-03 06:43:30
Fantastic 5.0
The south of Okinawa was the second of the two day tours we signed up with Klook in Okinawa. Our tour guide Momo was extremely friendly and also helped take individual photos so we capture wonderful memories of Okinawa. The one-day tour itinerary encapsulates the beauty of Okinawa with stops at a windy cape, the sunny beach, mysterious underground cave and Greek-like Senaga Island. An extremely relaxing day tour!
Wenya ***
2026-09-23 12:43:13
Fantastic 5.0
The southern tour itinerary is very comfortable, and the distance between stops is much shorter than in the northern part, so there is almost enough time to explore everywhere. It is very easy to find the tour guide at the meeting point. Mr. Guan's explanations were friendly and interesting, helping us better understand local Okinawan culture. The glass-bottom boat costs an additional 2000 yen, but the underwater views are incredibly clear and well worth recommending. Shopping is a choice between the OUTLET and iias; choosing iias means slightly less shopping time in order to pick up the OUTLET group on the way back, but you get a good ice cream discount coupon. The DMM aquarium is next to iias, and discounted tickets are also available. Since there are many interactive activities inside, it is totally fine to separate from the group and stay longer to explore and play. However, Senagajima island next is truly beautiful with the sunset, and if you get tired of walking, you can soak in the free foot bath to relax.
Klook 用戶
2026-09-08 15:42:18
Fantastic 5.0
The stalactites in Gyokusendo Cave at Okinawa World are spectacular, and the traditional Eisa drum performance is also very impressive. If you prefer not to visit the aquarium, you can choose to explore the shopping malls instead. The itinerary is quite flexible and can be adjusted to your preferences. Senaga Island offers beautiful scenery and is a great spot for photos. The seafood at Itoman Fish Market is fresh and delicious, making for a very satisfying meal. The Funpass app provides detailed guided explanations! I highly recommend Klook's Okinawa Southern One-Day Tour. The overall itinerary is rich and well-arranged, saving a lot of time on transportation and transfers, making the entire trip easy and enjoyable.
Chaninun ***********
2026-06-08 08:34:12
Fantastic 5.0
The tour service was excellent. We contacted them via WhatsApp in advance, confirming our booking two days before the actual date. In Japan, there was a typhoon warning (Typhoon No. 6) for Okinawa. The staff promptly coordinated and sent a message informing us of the tour cancellation for that day. We were given the option to reschedule or cancel. We chose to reschedule for two days later, and fortunately, we had clear skies on the day we went. The trip was smooth, and the staff provided detailed information to each group, including meeting times and locations, and even shared the exact coordinates on WhatsApp. On that day, there were many international tourists from various countries, but everyone was punctual and well-behaved on the tour bus. We were very happy with this tour; it was definitely worth it, comfortable, and allowed us to relax as the bus took us to different spots. We were safely picked up and dropped off at our destination.
Daniil ********
2026-09-20 05:34:12
Fantastic 5.0
I had one of the best tour guides, although everyone on my bus spoke Mandarin, ZaoSan took the time to explain me everything. She was very friendly and funny.
Huang *****
2026-08-11 18:06:43
Fantastic 5.0
Ms. Ishikawa's introduction was incredibly detailed, and having a Chinese-speaking guide was a huge plus! Ms. Ishikawa took great care of everyone and immediately remembered everyone's faces in the group, which was amazing! The overall experience was excellent. Although we only had 30 minutes at Manzamo and Kouri Island, which might be a bit short for those who love taking photos and exploring, it really tested our time management skills. We had a good amount of time at the Churaumi Aquarium. If you want to take your time looking at everything inside, it might still not be enough, but seeing the enormous whale sharks alone made it worthwhile! There's also a dolphin show, opportunities to take photos with dolphins (limited to 15 groups), and even feed them (also limited groups, very popular, so if you want to do it, you need to line up right after the show)! At the Churaumi Aquarium, Ms. Ishikawa gave a very detailed explanation of the aquarium's layout and facilities, and she reminded everyone not to take a wrong turn, or they might get lost! There are three souvenir shops, and they each sell slightly different items. If you see something you like, it's best to buy it right away, because what's available in shop A might not be in shop B, and vice versa! This was my first time booking a one-day tour, and I really enjoyed it! It was very much worth it. Highly recommend!
Audrey **
2026-06-06 13:47:49
Fantastic 5.0
Very exciting terrains, ATV are well maintained, super friendly staff, both adults and our 11 years old had a terrific time!! The staff will help to wash away the dirts on your legs and shoes using water jets, and very cooling towels are provided to clean your face afterwards. There are changing rooms, lockers and TOTO toilets, the whole experience is fun and enjoyable, highly recommended👍
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