Northern Okinawa road trip visiting islands and “Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium”

This plan introduces a drive plan including the popular “Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium”, which can’t be missed if sightseeing in northern Okinawa. Enjoy the thrill of driving across the bridges to the three islands as well as historic, romantic castle ruins and café terraces with ocean views. Be impressed by beautiful views, with Kouri-ohashi Bridge as the main event of the day.

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Update 2023.08.07

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  2021-06-14

  • Michi no Eki Kyoda (Yanbaru Bussan Center)

    09:00

  • Sesoko Island

    10:30

  • Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium

    11:30

  • Nakijin Castle Ruins

    13:30

  • Chura Terrace

    15:00

  • Kouri Island

    16:00

  

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• • Michi no Eki Kyoda (Yanbaru Bussan Center)

    09:00

    30min

    Michi no Eki Road Station

    (Provided by service)Michi no Eki Kyoda is a roadside rest and shopping facility in Nago City on National Highway 58. It sells fresh fruit and vegetables delivered directly to the Center by local farmers, as well as local specialty products and souvenir gifts. There is a food court and food stalls, with a comprehensive range of delicious Okinawan dishes available to eat. Michi no Eki Kyoda also has a comprehensive range of other facilities, including a highway information counter, rest lounge, and nap room.

    Address

    Okinawa Pref. Nagoshi Kyoda 17-1

    • Michi no Eki Kyoda (Yanbaru Bussan Center)

    • Michi no Eki Kyoda (Yanbaru Bussan Center)

  • Car

    60min

  • Sesoko Island

    10:30

    30min

    Island

    (Provided by service)Sesoko Island is a remote island which can be reached from the main island of Okinawa by crossing the 762 meter long Sesoko Ohashi Bridge. The island has a circumference of approximately eight kilometers. As it can be easily accessed by car, it gets crowded with many tourists. “Sesoko Beach” which is located on the west side of the island is particularly popular. The contrast between the emerald green sea and the white sandy beach is wonderful. Also Sesoko Island is famous for its beautiful sunsets. It is a remote island where you can thoroughly enjoy spending a leisurely time.

    Address

    Okinawa Pref. Kunigamigunmotobuchou Sesoko

    • Sesoko Island

    • Sesoko Island

  • Car

    30min

  • Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium

    11:30

    90min

    Aquarium

    (Provided by service)"In this aquarium, whale sharks as long as 8.8meters and multiple Alfred mantas, one of the largest species of ray, are raised in captivity in the world's biggest tank. Other exhibits include an aquarium that reproduces the shallow water surrounded by coral reefs and the deep sea, recreating the seas around Okinawa in ingenious ways. In addition, the restaurant ""Inoh"", where you can enjoy meals with the ocean view, is available without entering the building. Visitors can enjoy a dolphin show (free of charge) at the ""Okichan Theater"" outside the museum."

    Address

    Okinawa Pref. Kunigamigunmotobuchou Ishikawa 424 (inside Ocean Expo Park)

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    • Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium Ticket

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    • Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium

    • Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium

  • Car

    30min

  • Nakijin Castle Ruins

    13:30

    60min

    Castle / Ruins of Castle

    (Provided by service)Before the establishment of the Ryukyu Kingdom, the king of Hokuzan controlled the area from the northern part of the main island to the Amami region. These are the ruins of the castle he occupied, and they were designated a World Cultural Heritage site in 2000. Situated on a peak 100 meters above sea level, Paleozoic limestone was stacked to form a beautiful wall that took advantage of the natural surroundings. The view from “Uchibaru” is especially recommended.

    Address

    Okinawa Pref. Kunigamigunnakijinson Imadomari 5101

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    • Nakijin Castle Ruins

  • Car

    30min

  • Chura Terrace

    15:00

    30min

    Rental Bicycle

    Address

    Okinawa Nago-shi

    • Chura Terrace

    • Chura Terrace

  • Car

    30min

  • Kouri Island

    16:00

    30min

    Island

    (Provided by service)Kouri Island is located north of the main island of Okinawa, Yagaji Island. It is surrounded by emerald green seas, with a circumference of about eight kilometers. In 2005, the Kouri Bridge opened to connect the island with Yagaji Island, becoming a remote island that could now be reached by car from the main island. There are old houses and fields of sugar cane on the island, and the original Okinawan landscape remains remarkably unchanged. From ancient times, it has been given the names, “Love Island” and “God’s Island”, so there are also a lot of couples who visit this island.

    Address

    Okinawa Pref. Kunigamigunnakijinson Kouri

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  • FINISH

    16:30

• • 1 Michi no Eki Kyoda (Yanbaru Bussan Center)
  • 2 Sesoko Island
  • 3 Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium
  • 4 Nakijin Castle Ruins
  • 5 Chura Terrace
  • 6 Kouri Island

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