Discover Okinawa Honto Central Area
Discover the central part of Okinawa's main island: consisting of several smaller villages and towns, each with their own unique characteristics and history. This area is ideal for families, offering a mix of shopping, theme parks, and the breathtaking beaches and nature that define Okinawa. Experience the best of both worlds in this diverse and entertaining region.
Things to see and do
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Getting around on Okinawa Honto Island - Central Area
The easiest way to get around on Okinawa Honto Island (Central Area) is by car from Naha, but most major sights and attractions are accessible by a combination of trains and busses. Though, travelers will have to rely on single tickets or a prepaid card, since no special train or bus passes are provided within this area.
For up-to-date bus schedules, we recommend syncing Google Maps with our customized map above (to do this: click the top right icon on the map to expand to full-screen and select a route between your destination and your current destination).
Getting to Okinawa Honto - Central Area
Public transportation:
For up-to-date bus schedules, we recommend syncing Google Maps with our customized map above (to do this: click the top right icon on the map to expand to full-screen and select a route between your destination and your current destination).
Rental Cars:
Nearest Airport:
The nearest and most convenient airport is Naha airport.
- by car: approximately 1 hour
- by public transport: approximately 1 hour
How long to stay in Okinawa Honto - Central Area
We recommend staying here for about two days.
Hotels in Okinawa Honto - Central Area
Flights to Okinawa Honto - Central Area
Seasonal information
Beaches:
The swimming season in Okinawa is usually between March and October.
Hiking:
Because of the tropical climate, hiking in Okinawa is possible througout the entire year. Travelers should be cautious not to become dehydrated when hiking during the summer.
Festivals in Okinawa Honto - Central Area
There are several festivals here throughout the year. Please be advised that the following list is based upon previous entries of those festivals and that the dates might have changed slightly in the following year. It is also possible that the entire festival is cancelled in the case of heavy rainfall or a natural disaster. Please check with the official organisers' website for the most up-to-date information.
For the exact location of any of the festivals listed here, you can consult our map above by clicking on the icon in the upper most corner of the map to open the map legend. Festivals are hidden by default but can be made visible by clicking on the "Festivals" checkbox in the map legend.
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Ryukyu Kaien Fireworks Festival
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Date: April 11th
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Time: 19:00 - ???
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Youth Hometown Eisa Festival
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Date: September 7th
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Ginowan Hagoromo Festival
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Date: September 28th and 29th
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