6 days in Okinawa Prefecture Itinerary

Naha, the capital of Okinawa, has deep roots: Stone Age relics have been found in the city, and through the Middle Ages it rose in importance in the Ryukyu Kingdom.

Ryukyu Glass Village has been added to your itinerary. Explore Naha's surroundings by going to Kayaking & Canoeing (in Kadena-cho), Motobu-cho (Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium & Manatee Center) and American Village (in Chatan-cho). The adventure continues: step into the grandiose world of Shurijo Castle, make a trip to Kokusaidori, get a new perspective on nature at Okinawa Prefectural Museum and Art Museum, and expand your understanding of the military at Former Japanese Navy Underground Headquarters.

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Narita to Naha is an approximately 4.5-hour flight. You can also do a combination of train and ferry; or do a combination of train, bus, and ferry. When traveling from Narita in December, plan for a bit warmer days in Naha, with highs around 24°C, while nights are much warmer with lows around 19°C. You'll have a few hours on the 7th (Wed) to wrap things up before traveling home.