Okinawa Can Be Explored Like This – A Leisurely Journey Across Sea and Sky

Text by MOOK Editorial Department

 

[Day 1]

Undersea Road → Nuchima Ocean Park → Ikei Beach → Ganso Umibudo<本店

Accommodation: West Coast Resort Hotel

 

Undersea Road is a classic route for a drive in Okinawa, where you can also stop at rest areas to dine while enjoying the surrounding seascape. Along the way, you’ll come across Nuchima Ocean Park, Japan’s first undersea tunnel. The experience of walking through the tunnel surrounded by marine life is truly unforgettable. As for Ikei Beach, it’s a serene spot where you can enjoy the gentle sea breeze and soft sands.<本店吧，外型与口感都相当特别的海葡萄配上新鲜的海胆，海味十足的一碗。

 

[Day 2]

Resort hotel breakfast → Busena Undersea Park → Kariyushi Beach → Shimajikan

Accommodation: West Coast Resort Hotel

 

[Day 3]

Morning beach walk, leisurely breakfast → Manzamo → Cape Bise Ficus Tree Avenue → Chahaya Bulan → Kuwari Bridge

Accommodation: Traditional Folk House Inn

 

Manzamo, a classic attraction in Onna Village, features a stunning coastal cliff formation that resembles an elephant’s trunk. Along the way, stroll through the Cape Bise Ficus Tree Avenue, where pathways divided by ficus trees allow sunlight to filter through the leaves, accompanied by the distant sound of waves—perfect for relaxation. Finally, before sunset, head to Kuwari Bridge, where the breathtaking scenery on both sides is a delight to behold again and again.

 

[Day 4]

Japanese-style breakfast at the inn → Nirai Kanai Bridge → Chinenshi Cape Park → Cafe Kurukuma → Return rental car in Naha city → Kokusaidori Street

Accommodation: Naha City Hotel

 

Head south early in the morning to Nanjo City in the southern part of the island, just to experience the feeling of driving on this uniquely shaped bridge as if you’re about to plunge into the sea. Soon, you’ll arrive at Chinenshi Cape Park, a secluded park with spectacular ocean views that are incredibly refreshing.

Before heading home, visit Oki Shrine to pray to the deity who guards maritime safety, hoping to come back again. Stop by the nearby Oki Beach to take one last look at Okinawa’s beautiful sea. If you have a bit more time, you can cycle around Naha City and visit this beautiful garden, registered as a World Heritage Site, to experience the beauty born from the blend of Okinawan and Chinese cultures.

The lingering culture of the Ryukyu Dynasty and its complex historical background give Okinawa considerable depth in terms of history and culture. Different from the mainland, Okinawan cuisine, the exotic charm of the U.S. military presence, and the crystal-clear seas reminiscent of movie scenes all tug at visitors’ hearts. Add to that the whale sharks swimming in the Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium, the bustling Kokusaidori Street, design items by Okinawan artists, and cozy cafés, and you’ll find yourself wanting to linger in Okinawa, leisurely enjoying the whole day.