After the epidemic is over, I want to go here most

During this long "holiday", we finally have money and leisure, but we can only be trapped at home.

Last winter I always wanted to go to the beach for a vacation. I opened the map and saw that Okinawa is a place with a short flight distance, beaches and pleasant scenery.

As the southernmost island in Japan, Okinawa has a subtropical climate that is rare in Japan. The palm trees, areca trees, beaches and seawater on the island form a beautiful scenery, giving it the title of "Oriental Hawaii" "The good name.

Here you will find both the historical relics of the Ryukyu Kingdom and the villages where Eastern and Western cultures collided. You can not only enjoy the natural scenery, but also take a cultural trip.

There are many hotels in Okinawa, ranging from budget chain hotels to high-end luxury resort hotels, as well as B&Bs run by locals. The monorail is the most affordable mode of transportation, and it’s best to stay near a station.

Naha is located in the southern part of Okinawa. It is the capital of Okinawa Prefecture and the site of the ruins of Shuri Castle, the capital of the ancient Ryukyu Kingdom. This city, decorated in red everywhere, is surrounded by many famous attractions such as Shuri Castle, Gyokusen Cave, Naminoe Shrine, Fukushuen Garden, etc. It is one of the few areas in Okinawa with a strong Japanese flavor.

Unfortunately, Shuri Castle suffered a fire in October last year, and the main buildings were burned down. Friends who are going now may not be able to see it.

After being stuck at home for so long due to the epidemic, why not take a cloud trip with me~ Let’s see what we can do in Okinawa!

As an island, Okinawa has a warm climate all year round. The main island and outlying islands are dotted with beautiful beaches that are rare in the world from north to south.

Beach bathing in Okinawa is generally open from March to April. The highest average temperature in this season is 20-25°C. You can enjoy sea bathing until October.

Manza Beach

■ Address: Sera 2260, Onna Village, Kunigami-gun, Okinawa Prefecture

Transportation: 80 minutes by car from Naha Airport. If you take the airport limousine bus, get off in front of ANA InterContinental Manza Beach Resort, and it takes about 100 minutes. The fee is 1,700 yen

Manza Beach is one of Okinawa's representative beaches. It has highly transparent seawater and popular recreational activities such as paragliding and diving.

Yonaha Maehama Beach

■?1199 Yonaha, Shimochi, Miyakojima City, Okinawa Prefecture

Transportation: Take a bus from Miyako Airport About 15 minutes

Yonaha Beach is located on Miyako Island. As the representative beach of Miyako Island, there is a seven-kilometer-long beach. The stretch of beach is called the first white sand beach in the East.

Whether on the main island or outlying islands, you can find a beach that suits you. Unlike other beaches where dumplings are sold in the peak season, here you can only enjoy highly transparent sea water, soft and Beaches and a laid-back mood.

If you are planning to travel to Okinawa in winter, there is one activity you should not miss. Every year from late December to early April of the following year, humpback whales return to the Kerama waters of Okinawa, where they will spend up to four months of vacation.

This gives us the perfect opportunity to witness these big cuties playing in the water in Okinawa.

According to data over the years, the recovery rate of whale watching in the early stages was about 95%. From late January to early March, the recovery rate was as high as 98%. If you go out to sea during the peak whale watching period (1/4~3/30) and do not see any whales, the merchant will also provide a full refund.

Seeing these huge creatures jumping, flipping and slapping in the sea dragging their bodies weighing 30-40 tons is an unforgettable experience.

There are three main shopping malls in Okinawa, the Shinto Center area, Kokusai Street, and AEON Mall Shopping Center.

Kokusai-dori Street is the busiest street in Naha and the main gathering place for tourists. Take the monorail and get off at Prefectural Office-mae Station and it is within walking distance.

This can be said to be a shopping paradise. There are not only various specialty shops, dessert shops, and Okinawan restaurants, but also international cuisine and handicraft shops. Here you can leisurely browse the drug store and choose gifts.

When you come here, you have to recommend Okinawa’s most famous snow salt ice cream. Snow salt is extracted from the transparent and clear seawater of Miyakojima. The ice cream made from it is slightly salty, refreshing and not sweet. It can be said to be the best choice to quench your thirst during travel.

If you want to eat local Okinawa food, there is a popular restaurant, Hanagasa Cafeteria. This is a restaurant run by an old lady. Although the store decoration is ordinary, the set menu is affordable and the taste is authentic. It is a Japanese family restaurant.

In addition to Kokusai Street, Shinto Center is also one of the shopping malls that local citizens and tourists like to go to. There are DFS duty-free stores, 3A department stores, Apple Town, Tianjiule City, etc., which are very suitable for sisters to shop. .

Churaumi Aquarium?

Churaumi Aquarium is one of the most unmissable destinations in Okinawa.

Churaumi Aquarium is located in the Ocean Expo Park. It is known as the world's largest water tonnage, largest number of shark species, thickest water tank, and the first large-scale aquarium to artificially cultivate natural corals. , can be said to be a microcosm of the Okinawa ocean.

In addition to the beginning and end of the year, going here in winter allows you to more leisurely enjoy visiting the aquarium.

The second must-check point is Wan Zuo Mao.

At first glance, the name makes people confused. Manzamo is one of the best landscapes in Okinawa. It is located on a cliff by the sea. On the cliff is a vast green grassland. Looking out from the cliff, the scenery is amazing. Incomparably magnificent.

"Manza" means "ten thousand people can sit down." "Mao" is an Okinawa dialect, which refers to an open space overgrown with weeds, so "Manza Mo" means that it can accommodate 10,000 people. The big lawn below. Here you can not only enjoy the sea and sky, but also overlook the coral reefs under the cliffs.

Chatan Town American Village

American Village is a large-scale entertainment, commercial and leisure area with an American style. It was originally a commercial area serving officers, soldiers and their families at the nearby US military base. When you come to American Village, what you experience is not the exotic architecture, food, clothing stores or other specialty shops, but the very relaxed, leisurely and slow life atmosphere, which is most different from Japan.

In addition to the main island of Okinawa, there are many places worth visiting in the surrounding large and small outlying islands. The temperature here is suitable all year round, which is suitable for a person to travel to the beach for relaxation. It can be a family trip with children, or Suitable for honeymoon trip.

If you are also interested, start planning now~ Let’s meet in Okinawa after the epidemic is over!

Accommodation: Since most domestic flights to Okinawa go to Naha Airport, it is recommended to stay in Naha City. If the travel time is longer, you can arrange to stay 1-2 days farther away. The resort-style hotel is far away from Naha. The urban area is relatively far;

Transportation: For public transportation, you can choose monorail or bus. The last train from Naha Airport is at 11:30p.m.

Monorail official website : https://www.yui-rail.co.jp/sc/routemap/

Monorail 1-day ticket price: 800 yen for adults, 400 yen for children, available within 24 hours from the time of purchase Any use

Monorail 2-day ticket price: 1,400 yen for adults, 700 yen for children, can be used any time within 48 hours from the time of purchase

Check the route on Google Maps before going to the attractions .

Food: As an "atypical Japanese" region, Okinawa has a diverse food culture. Chinese people rarely get used to the local food when they go there

Language: Although it is a tourist city, The local residents' English proficiency is not high, so they need to prepare some translation software in advance or go with friends who can speak Japanese.

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