Genre | History / Culture |
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Explanatory text | At Murasaki Mura in Yomitan Village, there is a dojo where visitors can experience traditional Okinawan karate. Reservations are accepted in advance, which will allow you to learn about the three main karate styles in Okinawa. |
Location |
Central area 1020-1Takashiho, Yomitan Village, Okinawa |
Phone number | +81-98-958-1111 |
Genre | History / Culture |
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Explanatory text | Participants can experience traditional Ryukyu dances handed down since the days of the Ryukyu Kingdom. As an instructor teaches you the particular hand and finger movements,you can learn a dance called Chijuyaa. |
Location |
Remote island Tourism Information Center “I-fu” 160-57 Higa, Kumejima Town, Okinawa |
Phone number | +81-98-978-0077 |
Genre | History / Culture |
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Explanatory text | People can experience authentic eisa in the city that is home to eisa, Okinawa City. Visitors experience Okinawa’s traditional performing arts firsthand. Prepare sport wear and take part! |
Location |
Central area 3-14-2Chuo, Okinawa City, Okinawa |
Phone number | +81-98-939-4845(Koza Information Center) |
Genre | History / Culture |
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Explanatory text | At Ryukyu Mura, the streets are lined with old-fashioned traditional houses, and visitors have a chance to learn about Okinawan culture, including watching eisa and Ryukyuan dance performances as well as trying their hand at making crafts. |
Location |
Northern area 1130 Yamada, Onna Village, Okinawa |
Phone number | +81-98-965-1234 |
Genre | History / Culture |
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Explanatory text | Local guides well-versed in Okinawa’s history and culture show visitors the streets of Naha, using a variety of courses that include Makishi Public Market, Shujijo Castle and other such areas. |
Location |
Southern area 3F Tenbusu Naha, 3-2-10 Makishi, Naha City, Okinawa |
Phone number | +81-98-860-5780 |
Genre | Nature |
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Explanatory text | Visitors are invited to experience snorkeling, sea kayaking or some of the many other activities. Safety measures and multilingual support services are provided so that visitors can enjoy these activities safely |
Location |
Southern area 2-2-9 Minatomachi, Naha City, Okinawa |
Phone number | +81-98-866-4519 |
Genre | Nature |
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Explanatory text | Guided by crab fishermen who know all the inlets around Irabu Island, visitors can take a tour on which they bring up crab pots set along the tidal flats and mangrove forest. |
Location |
Remote island 2F, 187Nishizato, Hirara, Miyakojima City, Okinawa |
Phone number | +81-980-73-1881 |
Genre | Nature |
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Explanatory text | A leisurely boat cruise takes visitors along the Nakama River on Iriomote Island where the largest mangrove forest in Japan can be found. Trekking and canoeing along the Urauchi River are also popular. |
Location |
Remote island Inside the Ishigaki Port Remote Island Terminal, 1 Misaki, Ishigaki City, Okinawa |
Phone number | +81-980-82-6711 |
Genre | Nature |
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Explanatory text | Visitors explore a limestone cave, which formed over 300,000 years and is designated as a natural monument. With a special “southern island cave exploration” plan, tours are also offered to go into the closed areas. |
Location |
Southern area 1336 Maekawa, Tamagusuku, Nanjo City, Okinawa |
Phone number | +81-98-949-7421 |
Genre | Nature |
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Explanatory text | At Gala Aoi Umi, visitors have the chance to prune coral branches and plant coral seedlings set in artificial bedrock. They can also try their hand at making salt and take it home with them. The facility also has a café on the grounds. |
Location |
Northern area 915 Takashiho, Yomitan Village, Okinawa |
Phone number | +81-98-958-3940 |