10 Budget-friendly Things to do in Okinawa-honto That You Shouldn't Miss

February 22, 2022 Kaleigh Reichenbach

Discover the best top things to do in Okinawa-honto, Japan including Okinawa Peace Memorial Park, Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium, Kouri Ohashi, The Tower of Himeyuri, Daisekirinzan, Cape Maeda, Himeyuri Peace Museum, Former Japanese Navy Underground Headquarters, Blue Cave, Nirai Beach.
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1. Okinawa Peace Memorial Park

Mabuni, Itoman 901-0333 Okinawa Prefecture +81 98-997-2765 http://kouen.heiwa-irei-okinawa.jp/
Excellent
52%
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37%
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4.5 based on 589 reviews

Okinawa Peace Memorial Park

Reviewed By PangL103

About 200,000 names on the head stones. Soldiers from both sides and about 100,000 civilians. Casualties of war. This should be the second site to visit after the Former Navy Underground HQ. It is situated near cliffs overlooking the ocean. Lets you reflect the cruelty of mankind and what war brings.

2. Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium

424 Ishikawa Okinawa Memorial Park Ocean Expo Park, Motobu-cho, Kunigami-gun 905-0206 Okinawa Prefecture +81 980-48-2741 https://churaumi.okinawa/
Excellent
62%
Good
30%
Satisfactory
7%
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4.5 based on 5,500 reviews

Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium

Reviewed By Gracie_Chen - Singapore, Singapore

Impressive aquarium and glad we put that in our itinerary . We went early to avoid the crowd , tourist buses started to come by around 10 am We also encountered a group of students on excursion so the place got crowded quickly . If you are not in a hurry (we are not) , just slowly stroll through the crowd and appreciate the different species of sea life on display. Fav window is of course the Whale Sharks & Giant Mantra Rays .. mesmerizing to see the giants swimming around We greatly enjoyed the place , time well spent P/S : If you intend to visit the Tropical Dream Center , keep the aquarium ticket . You get half price for the Tropical Dream Center entrance ticket

3. Kouri Ohashi

Prefectural Road No. 247 Kouri Jima, Nakijin-son, Kunigami-gun 905-0406 Okinawa Prefecture +81 980-56-2256 http://www.okinawastory.jp/spot/1321
Excellent
53%
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Satisfactory
8%
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4.5 based on 1,259 reviews

Kouri Ohashi

Reviewed By simplytravelandeat - Singapore, Singapore

One of the greatest drive i had in Japan. Very scenic from alll angles. The waters was turquoise blue and it was so beautiful.

4. The Tower of Himeyuri

672-1 Ihara, Itoman 901-0344 Okinawa Prefecture +81 98-997-2100 http://www.himeyuri.or.jp
Excellent
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4.5 based on 424 reviews

The Tower of Himeyuri

5. Daisekirinzan

1241 Ginama, Kunigami-son, Kunigami-gun 905-1422 Okinawa Prefecture +81 980-41-8117 http://www.sekirinzan.com/
Excellent
54%
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Satisfactory
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4.5 based on 386 reviews

Daisekirinzan

Reviewed By JulianaChuasl - Singapore, Singapore

Daisenkirinzan - a forested nature park with fantastic geological formations is a great place for children and adults to be free-spirited; allowing creativity to see what you want to see in the amazing rock formations. There are natural formations that look like a cat, a T-Rex, a gorilla, a crocodile; a place where you see what your eyes want you to see. The trails are clearly marked and easy to walk. There are thoughtful gestures like walking sticks/wooden staff and umbrellas provided by the park. The stone museum at the end of the walk is well curated and informative. The best part of this museum is that you can touch the exhibits.

6. Cape Maeda

469-1 Maeda, Onna-son, Kunigami-gun 904-0417 Okinawa Prefecture http://maedamisaki.jp/
Excellent
46%
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37%
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16%
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4.5 based on 498 reviews

Cape Maeda

Reviewed By J1734GVmichellec - Tokyo Prefecture, Japan

The best snorkelling spot in Okinawa! Before you head to the cape, make sure to check the sea condition online. This was our 2nd time snorkelling here, the first time was a peak season, there were TOO many swimmers and the cave was so crowded, at the end, we gave up. This time, it was so empty and we were able to spend some time inside the cave, taking photos. It was so fun to snorkel, we brought breads to feed the fish and there were lots of colourful fish, felt like an aquarium!

7. Himeyuri Peace Museum

671-1 Ihara, Itoman 901-0344 Okinawa Prefecture +81 98-997-2100 [email protected] http://www.himeyuri.or.jp/
Excellent
64%
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4.5 based on 348 reviews

Himeyuri Peace Museum

Reviewed By MartinaQdo - Lund, Sweden

Was really touched by a visit to this museum. They really managed to give an insight into the lifes of the people (focused on female high school students) of okinawa during the war time. Would definitely recommend it to anyone visiting the island!

8. Former Japanese Navy Underground Headquarters

236 Tomigusuku, Tomigusuku 901-0241 Okinawa Prefecture +81 98-850-4055 [email protected] http://kaigungou.ocvb.or.jp/
Excellent
47%
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4.5 based on 406 reviews

Former Japanese Navy Underground Headquarters

The Former Japanese Navy Underground Headquaters is located where Rear Admiral Ota and his men desperately fought to the end on 13 June,1945. You can view the commanding officer's room and the operations room as it was during the battle.Also the tunnnels,which were comstracted utilizing hoes and picks,still exist in their original condition.

Reviewed By MTM75 - New Orleans, United States

Visit the small museum and tour the underground tunnel system that protected the Japanese Navy commanding unit during WWII.

9. Blue Cave

Cape Maeda, Onna-son, Kunigami-gun 904-0417 Okinawa Prefecture
Excellent
51%
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4.5 based on 936 reviews

Blue Cave

Reviewed By TokyoExpat2020 - Nerima, Japan

Best snorkeling ???? crystal clear, tons of sea life, calm seas, warm water, friendly professional staff! Highly recommend doing this and a whale watch. Morning and off season is best. 03/27/2020

10. Nirai Beach

Gima, Yomitan-son, Nakagami-gun 904-0327 Okinawa Prefecture +81 98-982-9622 http://www.yomitan-kankou.jp/detail.jsp?id=74761&menuid=11949&funcid=3
Excellent
56%
Good
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Satisfactory
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Poor
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4.5 based on 320 reviews

Nirai Beach

Reviewed By Zakimi - Pensacola, United States

Nirai Beach is truly Okinawan at heart. Not a touristy trap, but a place of cultural importance. The area is surrounded by nature. Lovely ocean, flora, people. It's quite a cultural experience to visit. If staying in the hotel Nikko Alivila or just a visitor you will have a great time. It's my secret place to visit away from the crowds when I want to experience Okinawa intimately.

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