Okinawa Itinerary 3 Days

3 Days in Okinawa - Perfect 72 Hours Guide

Okinawa Prefecture is a group of more than 150 islands located in the East China Sea between Taiwan and Japan's mainland. Best known for its tropical climate, wide beaches, and stunning underwater lifestyle, this island perfect for those looking for a relaxing holiday.

What to see in 3 days in Okinawa?

Here are a few places you can visit on your 3-day Okinawa tour.

Naha

Naha is the capital of Okinawa Prefecture and a prominent commercial centre. Apart from plenty of history and culture, this city has many modern buildings shopping centres, corporate flagships, and so on. Attractions like Shuri Castle, Lake Man, Okinawa Prefectural Museum and Art Museum, and Shikina-en Garden are a must visit.

Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium

Home to 740 species and 21,000 marine animals including the three massive whale sharks, Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium represent the indigenous underwater life surrounding Okinawa. Get up close with animals when you visit this museum on your next trip to Okinawa.

Kondoi Beach

Located on the west coast of Taketomi Island, this beach is quite a hit among the tourists visiting Okinawa. Known as one of the best snorkeling sites on the island, here you can swim, go snorkeling, enjoy scuba diving, or just watch peaceful sunsets.

Yubu Island

The beaches of this island are truly unique. Laden with pebbles, this island may not be the first choice of people looking to sunbathe. But visitors here can ride the traditional ox-carts and go exploring the island and its traditional villages.

Ishigaki Island

Traveller looking to escape the hustle and bustle must visit this island. A popular tourist destination, Ishigaki Island offers tourists a relaxing respite from the other crowded beaches. The water here is crystal clear, and the snorkelers can get a chance to some of the most amazing coral life.

Ryukyu Mura

Experience Okinawa’s rural hillside villages when you visit Ryukyu Mura. Here the visitors can sample home-cooked local foods, buy locally produced handicrafts, learn the art of pottery making, cloth-dying, and weaving.

Miyakojima

A perfect place to relax, rejuvenate, and unwind, Miyakojima is an island with many picturesque beaches. Surrounded by crystal clear waters, this island is perfect for people who want to go snorkeling.

Southeast Botanical Gardens

Spread over 100 acres (40 hectares), the Southeast Botanical Gardens has more than 30,000 plants featuring more than 1,300 species. The island’s subtropical climate facilitates many plant species to bloom all throughout the year.