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EnglishOkinawa, Japan
When to visit
NOT BUSYJan18°6d rain
NOT BUSYFeb18°6d rain
MODERATEMar20°8d rain
BUSYApr23°10d rainBEST
VERY BUSYMay25°14d rainBEST
MODERATEJun27°20d rain
VERY BUSYJul29°14d rain
VERY BUSYAug29°12d rain
BUSYSep28°15d rain
MODERATEOct25°11d rainBEST
MODERATENov22°8d rainBEST
MODERATEDec19°7d rain
Attractions in Okinawa, Japan
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Day trips
Zamami (Kerama Islands)
40 km 1–1.5 h by high-speed ferry
Clear waters, excellent snorkeling and sea turtles.
Google MapsTokashiki (Kerama Islands)
35 km 35–60 min by high-speed ferry
Beaches, snorkeling and scenic cliffs close to Naha.
Google MapsChuraumi Aquarium (Motobu)
105 km 1.5–2 h by car or bus
World-class aquarium with whale sharks and coral exhibits.
Google MapsKouri Island
75 km 1.5–2 h by car (via Kouri Bridge)
Scenic bridge, quiet beaches and iconic heart rock.
Google MapsIe Island (Iejima)
80 km 2–2.5 h by car + ferry (ferry ~20 min)
Relaxed island feel, coastline views and hiking trails.
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Getting there
Train stations
Naha Airport Station
Okinawa Urban Monorail (Yui Rail) — connects airport to central Naha
Asahibashi Station
Okinawa Urban Monorail (Yui Rail) — central Naha stop
Take the Yui Rail from Naha Airport to central Naha — quick, frequent, avoids traffic.
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Useful information for Okinawa, Japan
Shopping locationsKokusai Dori, Aeon Mall Rycom, DFS T Galleria
Nightlife locationsKokusai Dori, American Village (Chatan), Naha izakaya streets
Popular casual restaurantsLocal Okinawa soba shops, Izakaya, Seafood restaurants
Popular fancy restaurantsHotel fine-dining restaurants, High-end seafood restaurants, Ryukyu fusion restaurants
Popular coffee shopsCafes along Kokusai Dori, Seaside cafes in Chatan, American Village cafes
Tap water safe to drinkYes
Digital nomad visaNo
Best taxi appJapanTaxi, DiDi, Uber
Taxi price / km$2.5
Tourists / year10000000
Population1460000
Mobile internet speed30 Mbps
Unemployment percentage2.6 %
Poverty percentage15 %
Average income / month$3500
Average cost of living / month$1700
Hotel price / night from$50
Beer price from$5
Coffee price from$3
Street food price from$3
Restaurant meal price from$10
Local currencyJPY
Power plug typesA
ReligionsShinto, Buddhism, Ryukyuan religion, Christianity
Spoken languagesJapanese, Okinawan (Uchinaaguchi), English
EthnicitiesJapanese, Ryukyuan
Political orientationCenter to center-right
Population density640 /km²
Geographical area2281 km²
Possible natural disastersTyphoons, Earthquakes, Tsunamis, Landslides
Dangerous animalsBox jellyfish (seasonal), Habu snake, Mosquitoes
Locations for a nice walkNaminoue Beach, Shuri Castle, Kokusai Dori
Public transportationsYui Rail, Bus, Taxi
AirlinesJapan Airlines (JAL), All Nippon Airways (ANA), Skymark, Peach, Jetstar Japan
Suggested vaccinationsRoutine vaccinations, Hepatitis A, Tetanus, Japanese encephalitis (if long rural stay)
Architecture typeRyukyuan, Japanese, Modern, US military-base related
Average beer consumption per person / year43 l
Average wine consumption per person / year3 l
Tipping cultureNo tipping expected, service charges seldom applied
Coworking / day$15
Airbnb / month$1500
1BR rent / month$700
Gym / month$50
Daily budget (backpacker)$40
Daily budget (mid-range)$100
Overview for Okinawa, Japan
English proficiencyBad
Traffic safetyGood
Friendly to foreignersGood
Freedom of speechGood
Public transportationAverage
HealthcareGood
EducationGood
Power grid reliabilityVery good
Crime safetyVery good
WalkabilityGood
NightlifeAverage
Food sceneGood
LGBTQ+ friendlyAverage
Startup sceneBad
Noise levelAverage
CleanlinessGood
Nature accessVery good