Okinawa
in Japan
Okinawa Prefecture feels worlds away from mainland Japan. Closer to Taiwan than Tokyo, its bottle-green waters, coral reefs and distinct Ryukyuan culture has been shaped by its own history and subtropical climate. Expect slow island rhythms and beaches that wouldn’t look out of place in the South Pacific – just with better noodles.
how long to go for
a week
when to go
april, may, june, october
holidays
New Year (Shogatsu), Golden Week, Obon
how to get there
fly from Tokyo or Osaka to Naha. There are no trains to the islands – it’s plane or ferry
how to get around
by bicycle, by ferry, by car
nice to know
Many beaches are protected by nets in summer to keep out habu jellyfish
local language
Japanese
currency
yen
in an emergency
110 (police), 119 (fire and ambulance)
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