Complete Okinawa Travel Guide

Okinawa Basics

Currency

Japanese Yen (JPY)

Language

Japanese

Best Season

October–December (no typhoons, cooler)

Climate

Subtropical. Hot & humid summers, mild winters

Tipping

Not expected (no tipping culture in Japan)

Voltage

100V / 50–60Hz (Japanese standard)

Recommended Spots

Yoshino Coast

miyako | nature

Yonaha Maehama Beach

miyako | nature

Zanami Beach

central | nature

Mihama American Village

central | shopping

Okinawa World

south | activity

Sonobiyamu Utaki Stone Gate

naha | culture

Ruins of Ankena Castle (National Historic Site)

central | culture

Ruins of Nakagusuku Castle

central | culture

Southeast Botanical Garden

central | nature

Tenbasu Naha

naha | culture

Ruins of Nakijin Castle

north | culture

Chinen Castle Ruins (National Historic Site)

south | culture

Getting Around

Yui Rail Monorail connecting Naha city. Airport to Shuri in ~37 min. IC cards accepted.

Rental Car Essential for central/northern Okinawa and islands. Many agencies near Naha Airport.

Bus Route buses from Naha Bus Terminal cover the main island. Limited frequency.

Ferry Ferries and flights connect to Ishigaki, Miyako, and other remote islands.

Emergency Contacts

Police

110

Ambulance / Fire

119

Coast Guard

118

Tourist Info (OCVB)

098-866-2763