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Hiji Falls & Okuma Enjoy a hike to Hiji Falls at the northern part of the island. After working up an appetite, head to Okuma for a late lunch. Bring yen for entrance fee and dollars for lunch. Note: Hiking can be strenuous and is not recommended for people with health problems.
Japanese Tea Ceremony Experience a traditional Japanese tea ceremony at a beautiful private Okinawan home. After tea, head to Kokusai Street for lunch and shopping.
Kerama Islands Snorkeling Tour Take a boat ride to two pristine snorkeling spots in the Kerama Islands. Bring lunch, hydration, snorkeling set and wetsuit (if desired).
Neo Park & Pineapple Park Visit Neo Park to feed birds, monkeys, llamas and other animals. After lunch, stop by Pineapple Park for some fruity fun.
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Northern Highlights Visit Nago Pineapple Winery, Nago Glass Factory and the Orion Beer Factory. Then enjoy a buffet-style lunch at Yanbaru Ikoi no Mori.
Okinawa West Coast Tour Visit Cape Manzamo, one of the most scenic spots on Okinawa. Afterwards, visit the Okinawa Marriott Resort for a delicious lunch buffet followed by the Okinawa Sweets Factory to taste sweets while overlooking the beautiful East China Sea.
Ocean Expo Park & Churaumi Aquarium Head to Ocean Expo Park to visit Okinawa’s four-story Churaumi Aquarium, one of the largest in Japan. Watch a free dolphin show, visit an Okinawan village or relax on Emerald Beach. Bring yen for lunch and purchases.
Pizza in The Sky & Nakijin Castle Ruins Visit Kajinho, a café affectionately known as “Pizza in the Sky” atop a hill in Motobu Village, to enjoy lunch with a beautiful view. Afterwards, visit Nakijin Castle ruins to learn the history of the Ryukyu Islands.
Shrine & Gardens Tour Explore two of Okinawa’s most famous gardens, Shikina-en and Fukushu-en, with a stop on Kokusai Street for shopping and lunch. The tour will also visit Futenma Shrine, one of the most important Shinto shrines in Ginowan.
Shuri Castle & Naha Tour the only fully-restored castle on Okinawa, see Shureimon Gate and view the ponds where boat races were held to entertain the court. After lunch on Kokusai Street, spend the afternoon at Fukushu-en Chinese Garden and Naminoue Shinto Shrine. Bring yen for entrance fees, lunch and purchases. OKINAWA GUIDE 2018–2019 | 117