Okinawa-Naha, 4-day rail travel from west to north (attractions distribution reference)

Okinawa Prefecture (Japanese: 渄県 [8]; Hiragana: おきなわけん; Romanization: Okinawa-ken) is located between Kyushu Island, Japan and Taiwan Province, China, and belongs to the Kyushu region of Japan. It is centered on the Ryukyu Islands, which consist of the Miyako Islands, the Yaeyama Islands, and many other small islands along the Chinese mainland. The land area accounts for about 0.6% of Japan's total area, ranking 44th among the 47 prefectures.

Naha (なは), where the ruins of Shuri Castle, the capital of the ancient Ryukyu Kingdom, are located, is now the capital of Okinawa Prefecture. As early as the mid-14th century, it was already a trading port and is now the largest political, economic, and cultural center of the Ryukyu Islands. In 1972, according to the San Francisco Peace Treaty signed by the United States and Japan, Japan unilaterally obtained administrative rights over the region from the United States.

[Day 1] Arrive at Naha Airport at noon and take the Yurihi monorail.
  


The only tram line in Okinawa, basically all the attractions in Naha can be reached by this line. Naha Airport Station is the westernmost station in Japan. By the way, the southernmost station is also next to it.
  

◉ Arrive at Shuri Station in 30 minutes and enjoy Shuri Castle sightseeing.
  
The ruins of the ancient Ryukyu Kingdom, peripheral attractions are free, and are similar to a mini version of the Great Wall, with rows of walls and palaces. Shureimen. Entering the paid exhibition area, there are exhibits and introductions about the Ryukyu Kingdom, which are very similar to ancient China. You can see the internal structure of the palace.
  


◉15:00 Take the monorail to Kokusai-dori Station. The most famous tourist street in Naha.
  
The road is closed every Sunday afternoon to create a pedestrian paradise, with various art performances. Literary shop. Food and drink, Don Quixote.
  

◉ Makishi Fisheries Market, the stalls on the first floor sell all kinds of seafood, and you can bargain.
  
A box of sashimi costs about 500 yen. Buy crabs and shrimps by the pound and take them to the second floor for processing.
  



◉ There is also the more famous Kokusai Dori Yatai Village, which is priced for tourists and the taste is okay. The atmosphere is better if you go shopping in the evening.
  

I was staying in Naha City that day. There is the largest duty-free shop in Okinawa just after leaving the station at the very nearby おもろまちe Station.
  
[Day 2] Watching sharks in the aquarium


◉Depart at 9:00, 70km Miramar Aquarium

It is about 1 and a half to 2 hours away from the Naha City Expressway. It is quite congested in the peak season, so go out early, 11 Arrive at :00. Tickets on site are 1,850 yen. It is recommended to go to Lawson to buy group purchase discount tickets, which are about 1,450 yen. The world's largest water tank, artificial breeding ジンベイザメ. There are also several dolphin shows every day at the entrance of the aquarium. Check the show time in advance to adjust the visiting time.
  



Afternoon, ◉Nago パイナップルパーク and  ◉フルーツらんど


These two attractions are adjacent , visit wild pineapples, fruits, goats, birds and so on.
  
◉オリオンハッピーパーク

Orion is the largest local brewery. Visit the beer production process and company history. There is a dedicated explanation, and at the end there is a free tasting (2 cups of draft beer + peanuts)



◉21st Century Forest Park, Nago Castle Park

It is recommended to take a walk here in the evening and watch the sea.
  


The attractions for the above day are all in Nago City. It is recommended to stay in Nago City.
  
[Day 3] Imahijin Castle Ruins, the oldest castle wall in Japan

◉ Depart at 9:00 and arrive at Kouriu Bridge in about 30 minutes, with a total length of 2km


◉ Nearby are the ruins of Imahijin Castle, the oldest castle wall in Japan (I planned to go, but forgot to go)

◉Cape Toto, the northernmost cape in Okinawa.
  

◉Manzamao

Peacock blue sea water, elephant trunk-shaped 10,000-character stone seat.
  


◉By the way, there is the flagship store of Mikako Goden near Manzamo.
  
On a small island called Ikejima next to it, there is a Nora Hot Spring Hotel. You can walk to the end of the entire island in ten minutes, and there is only one small supermarket. There is a beach on the island.




【Day 4】 American style country

◉アメリカンビレッジ

American Village. The streets are arranged in a more American style, with a Ferris wheel and several burger, pizza and clothing stores. Nothing else, it’s not a must-go as advertised.
  



◉おきなわワールド

The largest Ryukyu Cultural Comprehensive Park. Experience the local historical character. Shamisen, Aizen art, Okinawa lions, Ryukyu glass, Ryukyu Taiko performance, Viper Museum (Okinawa snake wine is a specialty)



◉Stalactite Cave Gyokusen Cave .
  


There are also similar attractions in Okinawa, including Saki Saki, Ryukyu Village, etc. The contents are similar, so there is no need to go there again.
  
◉7km Peace Memorial Park

You can go or not. Return to Naha City on the same day and continue shopping. [Other food and drink]

◉Okinawa, the noodles are quite special.
  

◉Agu pig is worth eating, the meat is of good quality and melts in your mouth.
  

◉タコライス and タコス


◉Sea Grape Bowl

This thing is delicious when dipped in ソース and eaten alone, but put it on rice It's too cold.
  

◉さんぴん茶

There are vending machines everywhere, and it is more refreshing than oolong tea.
  


◉ Okinawa is rich in awamori sake, among which Zanpa is the most famous.
  
Bar near Kokusai Street 1 DOJO



Bar near Kokusai Street 2




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