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Recharge on stunning white beaches, walk around historic castles and visit one of the world’s largest aquariums on this tropical island in the south of Japan.

Okinawa is a rare tropical paradise that mixes a beach-going culture with a preservation of the past. Try exciting watersport, tan on white-sand beaches, watch whale sharks gliding in an aquarium or visit a castle that once protected the archipelago’s rulers.

Okinawa is the main island of the Okinawa Prefecture, an archipelago of 160 islands south of mainland Japan. Its main access point is Naha, a busy urban sprawl that also serves as the region’s capital. Find shopping, food and crowds along Kokusai-Dori, Naha’s main street. While here, taste Okinawan soba, a soup-noodle dish famous to the area.

Not far from town, the hilltop Shuri Castle reminds visitors of the island’s ancient history. Take a short drive south from Naha to the Peace Memorial Park, where monuments pay tribute to the quarter of a million American and Japanese civilians and soldiers who died here in World War II. It was one of the Pacific’s most fierce battles.

To the north, the Ocean Expo Park gives visitors the chance to learn about the archipelago’s marine life. See whale sharks cruising alongside tropical fish at Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium, home to one of the world’s biggest fish tanks. Nearby attractions such as a re-creation of a 17th-century Okinawan village and a botanical garden boasting more than 2,000 orchids make northern Okinawa a satisfying daytrip destination.

The island features miles of popular and less-crowded beaches that are a great to visit throughout summer. The best swimming months are between April and October. Scuba dive amongst rock formations at Mission Beach or enjoy views from the lighthouse at Cape Zanpa.

Not far from the coast, walk to the Hiji Waterfall or traverse stunning pineapple fields in Nago Pineapple Park. Follow subterranean streams of photograph stalactites at Gyokusendo Cave.

Fly into Reach Okinawa’s Naha Airport from Japan or China. Get around the city by bus. Alternatively, rent a car (or moped) to travel further afield. Tours can be booked through Naha’s travel agencies.

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Naha Vacation Packages

The capital city of Japan’s Okinawa Prefecture is full of fascinating markets and historic sites, such as the impeccably recreated Shuri Castle.

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International Street (Kokusai Dori)

Naha’s lively main street is home to an array of superb restaurants, souvenir shops and galleries selling fine glassware.

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Araha Beach

Spend a relaxing day at the seaside on gorgeous Okinawa Beach, complete with a shipwreck playground, several picnic pavilions, a safe swimming zone and quiet walking trails.

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Tropical Dream Center

Wander around the greenhouses and experience the delicate aroma and otherworldly beauty of orchids and other tropical flowers in this dreamlike garden.

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Naha Tokyu REI Hotel

116-37 Asahimachi, Naha

4.2

of 5, from 218 reviews

3.5 out of 5.0

Located in the heart of Naha, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Okinawa Prefectural Office, Palette Kumoji, and Naha City Museum of History. Okino-gu Shrine and Okinawaken Gokoku Shrine are also within 15 minutes.

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APA Hotel Naha

1-4-16,Matsuyama, Naha

3.7

of 5, from 201 reviews

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Located in the heart of Naha, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Fukushu-en Garden, Naha City Museum of History, and Shiseibyo Temple. Palette Kumoji and Midorigaoka Park are also within 10 minutes.

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Rizzan Sea-Park Hotel Tancha-Bay

1496 Tancha, Onna

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of 5, from 783 reviews

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Nestled on the beach, this Onna resort is 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from Tiger Beach and 2.7 mi (4.3 km) from Nakadomari Site. Onna Seaside Park Nabii Beach and Cape Manza are also within 6 mi (10 km).

P4,882

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Loisir Hotel Naha

3-2-1 Nishi, Naha

4.0

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Situated in Naha, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Naminouegu Shrine and Tsushima-maru Memorial Museum. Naminoue Beach and Shiseibyo Temple are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Okinawa NaHaNa Hotel & Spa

1-5 Kume 2 Chome, Naha

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Located in the heart of Naha, this spa hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Fukushu-en Garden, Palette Kumoji, and Naha City Museum of History. Shiseibyo Temple and Tsushima-maru Memorial Museum are also within 10 minutes.

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Rihga Royal Gran Okinawa

1-9 Asahimachi, Naha

4.5

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Located in the heart of Naha, this luxury hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Palette Kumoji, Naha City Museum of History, and Okinawa Prefectural Office. Fukushu-en Garden and Shiseibyo Temple are also within 15 minutes.

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Hilton Okinawa Chatan Resort

40-1 Mihama, Chatan

4.5

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This family-friendly Chatan hotel is located on the waterfront, within a 10-minute walk of Akara Gallery, Mihama American Village, and Sunset Beach. Depot Island and Chatan Park are also within 15 minutes.

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Hyatt Regency Naha, Okinawa

3-6-20 Makishi, Naha

4.4

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Situated in Naha, this hotel is steps from Tsuboya Pottery Museum and Makishi Public Market. Tenbusu Naha and Naha Tourist Information Center are also within 5 minutes.

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