The official tourism website for Okinawa. Discover the rich history, culture, and nature of Okinawa's beautiful islands.

Among the prefectures of Japan, Okinawa has the youngest and fastest-growing population but has the lowest employment rate and average income. The island economy is primarily driven by tourism and …

Our Okinawa travel guide includes the best places to go, climate and travel tips, top things to do, costs, cuisine, cultural facts, insider tips, what to wear, and touring ideas.

Dec 15, 2025 · Okinawa, ken (prefecture) of Japan, located in the Pacific Ocean. The prefecture is composed of roughly the southwestern two-thirds of the Ryukyu Islands, that archipelago forming the …

Okinawa (沖縄県, Okinawa-ken) is Japan's southernmost prefecture, consisting of a few dozen, small islands in the southern half of the Nansei Shoto, the island chain which stretches over about one …

Japan's southernmost prefecture, Okinawa is a chain of islands with its own history as an independent kingdom and a distinctly subtropical climate, as well as the birthplace of karate.

Over the years, I’ve explored Okinawa solo and with my family. In this article, I’ll share my top 26 things to do in Okinawa based on my experiences. Towards the end of the article, I’ll provide an overview of …

Consisting of 49 inhabited islands and 111 uninhabited islands, Okinawa has a subtropical to tropical climate, and is a popular beach holiday destination for Japanese, with frequent flights from all the …

It consists of three main island groups—the Okinawa Islands, the Sakishima Islands, and the Daitō Islands —spread across a maritime zone approximately 1,000 kilometers east to west and 400 …

Discover the top things to do in Okinawa, known for its tropical climate and beaches. Snorkel or dive in the Kerama and Yaeyama Islands or beautiful Kabira Bay. Visit Cape Manzamo, holy Sefa-Utakai, …