Okinawa

One of the world's largest aquariums in Motobu, Okinawa Prefecture. The main 'Kuroshio Sea' tank features whale sharks and manta rays swimming in breathtaking scale. Recreating Okinawa's beautiful marine ecosystem, it attracts approximately 3.4 million visitors annually. Located within Ocean Expo Park alongside Emerald Beach and Tropical Dream Center.

A small island in the Yaeyama archipelago, Okinawa. The village of red-tiled roofs, coral stone walls, and white sand paths is selected as a national Important Preservation District as an original Okinawan landscape. Water buffalo cart tours and star sand beaches are highlights of Okinawa tourism.

The royal castle of the Ryukyu Kingdom in Naha, Okinawa. Though the main hall was lost in a 2019 fire, reconstruction toward 2026 completion progresses. Its unique castle architecture fusing Chinese and Japanese styles is part of the UNESCO World Heritage 'Gusuku Sites and Related Properties of the Kingdom of Ryukyu.' The reconstruction process itself has become a new tourism resource.

Tourism culture centered around Okinawa's beaches. Featured by beautiful coastlines in areas like Onna Village and Chatan Town, attracting approximately 9 million visitors annually. Popular experiences include coral reef snorkeling and sea turtle encounters. It exemplifies Japan's premier beach resort destination, blending tropical getaway experiences with local traditional culture.

Tourism visiting islands of Okinawa Prefecture, Japan's southernmost region. Characterized by white sand beaches, clear waters, and unique Shima culture. Major islands include Naha with Shuri Castle, the Kerama Islands famous as a diving paradise, and Yaeyama. Attracting about 9 million visitors annually, it is one of Japan's premier beach resorts. Its unique Ryukyuan culture and Uchinaaguchi (Okinawan) cuisine are also attractions.

Islands representing Ryukyu culture in Okinawa Prefecture. Composed of over 150 islands including Okinawa Main Island, Miyako Island, and Ishigaki Island. Characterized by coral reefs, azure seas, and distinctive Ryukyu architecture. The Ryukyu Kingdom Castles and Related Sites were registered as UNESCO World Heritage sites in 2000. Attracting approximately 9 million visitors annually, representing Japan as a premier destination.

An Okinawan island dotted with beaches often called the most beautiful in East Asia. The white sands and emerald waters of Yonaha Maehama Beach are breathtaking, and marine activities like snorkeling and SUP have surged in popularity.

Subtropical coastal areas and islands of Okinawa Prefecture. Developed as resort destinations including Ishigaki, Taketomi, and Tokashiki islands. Featuring cobalt blue seas and white sand beaches. Popular for scuba diving and snorkeling. Fusion of Ryukyu culture and natural landscape. Attracts over 7 million visitors annually. Represents Japan's premier resort destination.

Distinctive cultural system of Okinawa Prefecture. Characterized by blend of Chinese, Japanese, and Southeast Asian influences from Ryukyu Kingdom era. Features traditional instruments like sanshin, unique Okinawan language, and cuisine like goya champuru. Traditional crafts including Shisa figurines. Year-round traditional events like Eisa dancing form unique Okinawan identity. Symbolizes cultural diversity within Japan.