When planning a trip to Okinawa, choosing the best base to explore around the island is crucial to having a seamless visit. With such a diverse range of travelers visiting Okinawa, there isn’t a one-size-fits-all option that everyone gravitates toward. Which is why I created this guide to help you out. Based on my travels
Okinawa
Okinawa Itinerary: Best Way To Spend 3-5 Days in Okinawa
When travelers consider visiting Japan, mainland hotspots like Kyoto, Tokyo, or Nara come way before an Okinawa itinerary. It’s often so far down the list that it doesn’t make the roster for consideration, but this little island rimmed with turquoise blue water blends the charming culture of Japan with the natural beauty of the Hawaiian
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Asia
Best Time To Visit Okinawa: When To Go + When To Avoid
Japan’s southernmost prefecture is a tropical oasis brimming with cerulean beaches and powdery white sand. When thinking about the best time to visit Okinawa, there can be multiple answers due to its year-round subtropical climate, and the pros and cons of each season. Knowing the best time to go for where you’re going and what
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East Asia
Ultimate Okinawa Packing List: What To Wear In Okinawa, Japan
Are you planning an Okinawa itinerary this spring or summer? Need a packing list? You’ve come to the right place! I have visited Okinawa twice now in both the spring and summer months and each time posed very different items that I needed to pack for my trip. Since Okinawa is a small island, the
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East Asia
Hiking Mt. Katsuudake: Okinawa’s Panoramic View
Okinawa has many beautiful sites to see, but the one that surprised me the most was the beautiful hikes dotted all along the northern points of the island. If there is one thing to be certain, Okinawa really has it all: charming Japanese culture, beach life, traditional Japanese cuisine, historical sites, diving sites, surfing, and
