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What to do

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Southeast Botanical Gardens
Southeast Botanical Gardens
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American Village
American Village
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Okinawa Zoo & Museum
Okinawa Zoo & Museum
4.6/5355 Reviews
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Ryukyu Mura
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Cape Zanpa
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Naminoue Beach
Naminoue Beach
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Kokusai-dori
Kokusai-dori
4.7/51,474 Reviews
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Naminoue Shrine
Naminoue Shrine
4.8/5366 Reviews
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West Marine-Underwater Sightseeing Tour
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Where to stay

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What to eat

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Okinawa Soba Miyoya
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McDonald's National Route 58 Kadena
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5-Day Naha & Onna Village Tour – Glass Boat Experience, Blue Cave Diving, Kokusai Street Shopping

🗺️【Itinerary】 Day 1: Naminoue Shrine → Fukushu Garden → Shuri Castle → Okinawa Prefectural Museum Museum → Kokusai Street

Day 2: First Makishi Public Market → West Marine Okinawa Sightseeing Boat (Glass Boat) → Cape Zanpa → American Village

Day 3: Cape Manzamo → Blue Cave Diving Experience → Okinawa Karikita Beach Marine Hot Spring Resort

Day 4: Busena Marine Park → Kouri Island → THE NEST Naha

Day 5: Kadena Air Base → Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium

📍【Must-Visit Attractions】

1. Naminoue Shrine (1-25-11 Wakasa, Naha City, a stunning sea-view shrine, a must-visit for good luck!)

2. Fukushu Garden (2-29-19 Kume, Naha City, a modern Chinese garden, so chill!)

3. Shuri Castle (1-2 Shuri Kinjo-cho, Naha City, a World Heritage Site, experience the history of the Ryukyu Kingdom💎)

4. 5. Okinawa Prefectural Museum and Art Museum (3-1-1 Omoromachi, Naha City – a must-visit for art lovers!)

6. Kokusai Street (Okinawa's most bustling shopping street, offering souvenirs, cosmetics, and unique shops all in one place 🛍️)

7. Daiichi Makishi Public Market (2-10-1 Matsuo, Naha City – fresh sashimi to eat right away, a hub for authentic local cuisine)

8. West Marine Okinawa Sightseeing Boat (2-1 Tsutō-cho, Naha City – glass-bottom boat snorkeling, incredibly therapeutic to see marine life~)

9. Cape Zanpa (Yomitan Village, Nakagami District – stunning cliff views in Okinawa, a must-Instagrammable spot!)

10. American Village (Mihama, Chatan Town, Nakagami District – American-style seaside shopping mall, amazing atmosphere at night)

11. Cape Manza (Onna Village, Kunigami District – classic Elephant Trunk Rock photo spot, so good against the blue sky and white clouds!)

12. 11. Blue Cave (Marida Cape, Onna Village, a super popular diving spot, like entering a blue fairytale world!)

12. Bushena Marine Park (340 Bushena, Nago City, underwater observation room, perfect for a family chill!)

13. Kouri Island (Kouri, Nakijin Village, island cycling + heart-shaped rock, perfect for couples!)

14. Kadena Air Base (Kadena Town, Nakagami District, a pilgrimage hotspot for airplane enthusiasts)

15. Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium (424 Ishikawa, Motobu Town, giant whale shark exhibit, absolutely breathtaking!)

🥘【Must-Try Food】

(Recommended: Market seafood donburi, fresh sushi, Okinawan-style bitter melon scrambled eggs, and American Village burgers 🍔, you'll regret it if you don't try them!)

🏠【Accommodation Recommendations】
1. 1. Okinawa Karikichi Beach Marine Hot Spring Resort (1421-1 Yamakawa, Motobu-cho; unbeatable ocean view rooms, amazing spa, dreamy sunset views 🌅)

2. THE NEST Naha (2-2-11 Nishi, Naha City; conveniently located in the city center, innovative design suitable for artsy types)

📷【Photo Spots】 Diving in the Blue Cave, every sip of the turquoise water is incredibly dreamy.

Manza Mammoth Trunk Rock, the sunset views at Cape Zanpa, and the heart-shaped rock on Kouri Island – all must-see photo spots 📸

📣【Tips】

· Driving is recommended; Okinawa's transportation is convenient and hassle-free, offering a high degree of freedom.

· Avoid drinking alcohol/sleeping before diving, and be sure to wear sunscreen at the beach!

· Kokusai Street has a great nighttime atmosphere, remember to set aside time for street food and souvenir shopping 🛍️

· For glass-bottom boat/diving reservations, it's recommended to book online in advance to enjoy discounts~

A five-day trip to Okinawa, satisfying your needs for culture, nature, shopping, and food, is definitely worth planning! 🌴🌊

5-Day Naha & Onna Village Tour – Glass Boat Experience, Blue Cave Diving, Kokusai Street Shopping 🗺️【Itinerary】 Day 1: Naminoue Shrine → Fukushu Garden → Shuri Castle → Okinawa Prefectural Museum Museum → Kokusai Street Day 2: First Makishi Public Market → West Marine Okinawa Sightseeing Boat (Glass Boat) → Cape Zanpa → American Village Day 3: Cape Manzamo → Blue Cave Diving Experience → Okinawa Karikita Beach Marine Hot Spring Resort Day 4: Busena Marine Park → Kouri Island → THE NEST Naha Day 5: Kadena Air Base → Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium 📍【Must-Visit Attractions】 1. Naminoue Shrine (1-25-11 Wakasa, Naha City, a stunning sea-view shrine, a must-visit for good luck!) 2. Fukushu Garden (2-29-19 Kume, Naha City, a modern Chinese garden, so chill!) 3. Shuri Castle (1-2 Shuri Kinjo-cho, Naha City, a World Heritage Site, experience the history of the Ryukyu Kingdom💎) 4. 5. Okinawa Prefectural Museum and Art Museum (3-1-1 Omoromachi, Naha City – a must-visit for art lovers!) 6. Kokusai Street (Okinawa's most bustling shopping street, offering souvenirs, cosmetics, and unique shops all in one place 🛍️) 7. Daiichi Makishi Public Market (2-10-1 Matsuo, Naha City – fresh sashimi to eat right away, a hub for authentic local cuisine) 8. West Marine Okinawa Sightseeing Boat (2-1 Tsutō-cho, Naha City – glass-bottom boat snorkeling, incredibly therapeutic to see marine life~) 9. Cape Zanpa (Yomitan Village, Nakagami District – stunning cliff views in Okinawa, a must-Instagrammable spot!) 10. American Village (Mihama, Chatan Town, Nakagami District – American-style seaside shopping mall, amazing atmosphere at night) 11. Cape Manza (Onna Village, Kunigami District – classic Elephant Trunk Rock photo spot, so good against the blue sky and white clouds!) 12. 11. Blue Cave (Marida Cape, Onna Village, a super popular diving spot, like entering a blue fairytale world!) 12. Bushena Marine Park (340 Bushena, Nago City, underwater observation room, perfect for a family chill!) 13. Kouri Island (Kouri, Nakijin Village, island cycling + heart-shaped rock, perfect for couples!) 14. Kadena Air Base (Kadena Town, Nakagami District, a pilgrimage hotspot for airplane enthusiasts) 15. Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium (424 Ishikawa, Motobu Town, giant whale shark exhibit, absolutely breathtaking!) 🥘【Must-Try Food】 (Recommended: Market seafood donburi, fresh sushi, Okinawan-style bitter melon scrambled eggs, and American Village burgers 🍔, you'll regret it if you don't try them!) 🏠【Accommodation Recommendations】 1. 1. Okinawa Karikichi Beach Marine Hot Spring Resort (1421-1 Yamakawa, Motobu-cho; unbeatable ocean view rooms, amazing spa, dreamy sunset views 🌅) 2. THE NEST Naha (2-2-11 Nishi, Naha City; conveniently located in the city center, innovative design suitable for artsy types) 📷【Photo Spots】 Diving in the Blue Cave, every sip of the turquoise water is incredibly dreamy. Manza Mammoth Trunk Rock, the sunset views at Cape Zanpa, and the heart-shaped rock on Kouri Island – all must-see photo spots 📸 📣【Tips】 · Driving is recommended; Okinawa's transportation is convenient and hassle-free, offering a high degree of freedom. · Avoid drinking alcohol/sleeping before diving, and be sure to wear sunscreen at the beach! · Kokusai Street has a great nighttime atmosphere, remember to set aside time for street food and souvenir shopping 🛍️ · For glass-bottom boat/diving reservations, it's recommended to book online in advance to enjoy discounts~ A five-day trip to Okinawa, satisfying your needs for culture, nature, shopping, and food, is definitely worth planning! 🌴🌊

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