Okinawa-the best holiday destination in Japan
Okinawa includes
a series of islands, situated in the
southern part of Japan. It is a preferred holiday destination for many national
as well as for international tourists. The city is gorgeously multi-faceted and
exceptionally attractive when comes to food, culture, and nature. It is an
abode to many immaculate seashores and sea. It is undeniably an island heaven, as
tourists can involve in many thrilling and enjoyable indoor and outdoor
activities.
Things to do in Okinawa
1. Book a flight
to Okinawa to visit the Shuri Castle
Shuri is the
perfect destination to know more about the culture of the Okinawa city. The Shuri
Castle, which is positioned on the top of the hill, was constructed during the
concluding part of 1300. It experienced many renovations and the presented
castle was finally reconstructed in 1992. In 2000, the castle was declared as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Tourists visiting
the palace will be amazed to see the style of the architecture of the palace
that offers it a unique look. Visitors can explore the huge grounds of the
castle before concluding their tour with a dusk, overlooking the Okinawa city.
2. Witness the best aquarium at the Ocean Expo Park
The park, which
is bounded by the gorgeous coastline, is packed
with tourist attractions. The highlight of the Ocean Expo Park is its Churaumi
Aquarium, which is considered the best aquarium in Japan. Tourists booking a flight to Okinawa and visiting the
aquarium will be astonished to see the world's biggest tanks. Kids will be excited to see the whale sharks of the aquarium.
Tourists can also take pleasure in interrelating with manatees and sea turtles
in the outdoor platforms and witnessing dolphin shows.
3. Enjoy picturesque coastal drives in the Okinawa
City
The finest way
to explore the Okinawa City leisurely is to drive. Tourists can have picturesque
drives on highways and bridges. The most preferred bridge for an enjoyable
drive is the Kaichu-doro Bridge that
links the mainland of the city with four other islands, such as Hamahiga,
Miyagi, Henza, and Ikei. Tourists can have an amazing drive is the coastal road,
as well, extending up to Cape Hedo. Another popular scenic driving spot in the
city is the Nirai Kanai Bridge, as tourists can enjoy witnessing eye-catching
views of the sea.
4. Book a flight from Okinawa to see the war
causalities at the Peace Memorial Park
Many tourists are
ignorant that the gorgeous island of Okinawa was one among the bloodiest war sites
during the Second World War. Taking a ticket to Okinawa and visiting the Peace
Memorial Park will allow tourists to witness a somber but edifying look at the
destructive effects of the World War II and the blow on blameless Okinawans.
The park displays the names of war fatalities to remember them and plead for
harmony. Near the park, visitors can see the Himeyuri memorial, which honors
women who were compelled to work for the army of Japan. The Former Navy
Underground Headquarters is another war-associated place, where countless lives
decomposed in the underground rooms and corridors.
5. Explore the damages of the Gusuku Castle
Booking a flight from Okinawa and witnessing the
ruins of the Gusuku Castle offer tourists insights to the charming historical as
well as the cultural heritage of the island. Found throughout the mainland of
the Okinawa city on lofty lands, castle wrecks, such as Nakagusku, Zakimi, and Katsuren
are immense places to take pleasure in enjoying the panoramic sights of the
island. Countless fairs are hosted in these castle damages, among which the
most renowned one is the cherry blossom illumination of Nakijin castle in
spring.
6. Book a flight
from Okinawa to visit Cape Hedo
Cape Hedo is a
rocky coastal island, which is positioned inside the Kunigami Village. Visiting the spot will allow tourists witness
impressive rock formations and eye-catching panoramic sights of the Pacific
Ocean and the South China Sea. The spot is packed with monuments and shrines dotting
the road. Tourists can involve in enthralling hiking activities. It is a perfect
tourist spot for those who want to flee from the commercial activities of the
buzz of the city.
7. Enjoy an exciting scuba diving at the Toilet Bowl
The Okinawa city
is the most popular destination for scuba diving, as it is a home to many scuba
diving sites. The most popular one among these sites is the Toilet Bowl, which
is the most sought-after diving site amid both national, as well as
international tourists. It is a spectacular sanctuary, which articulates the
splendor of the Mother Nature. Those who are not interested in the scuba
diving, can have an enjoyable time in the tide ponds of the Toilet Bowl.
8. Feed your internal Tarzan and hike your way to the
wonderful Tadake Falls
For tourists,
who would like to have an enjoyable and thrilling time during their Okinawa
tour, may visit the Tadake Falls. Snuggled deep in the center of the Northern
part of the Okinawa tropical forest, the trek to this awe-inspirational distant
waterfall presents tourists the challenge. Here, tourists can prepare
themselves for an exciting and enjoyable day in involving outdoor activities,
such as hiking, water sliding, river trekking, rope climbing, and jungle
swinging.
9. Find out the secrecies of the Okinawa Sea
Paying an airfare for Okinawa and visiting the
city will allow tourist to find out the mysteries of the Okinawa Ocean. Here,
both adults, as well as kids can have a thrilling and enjoyable experience by
visiting the Churaumi Aquarium. Here, kids will be amazed to see gigantic whale
sharks, tropical deep marine fish, manta rays, as well as multicolored corals. The
three-floor aquarium is a home to over 700 diverse species and houses the Kuroshio Tank, which is the world's biggest
tank.
10. Pay an airfare
for Okinawa to explore the city's most ancient Gyokusendo Cave
Tourists
visiting the Okinawa World theme park can explore the oldest Gyokusendo Cave in
the city. It is a 300,000-year-old limestone cavern, extending up to a distance
of 5 kilometers. Here, tourists can enjoy witnessing the bright streams,
stalagmites, and psychedelic stalactites. The trickling noise of the water of
the streams offers a comforting euphony to the visitors. Walking through the
cavern will take tourists through 890-meter natural maze on a well-illuminated metal
pavement.
Okinawa climatic conditions
The Okinawa City
experiences a sub-tropical weather, with extremely gentle winters, and
extensive, damp and wet summers. The city receives the maximum rainfall of 285 millimeters during the month of June.
July is the hottest month in Okinawa and January is the coldest month in the
city.
The best time to
visit the Okinawa city is from March to May and again from September to December.
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