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by お腹ぽっこり
Feb 13, 2025
Honbu-cho + Naha are two cities to play through! Okinawa Beautiful Sea Aquarium x Kokusai-dori Yatai Village Strongest Strategy
When it comes to Okinawa's must-visit routes, this time it's definitely a sea view and popular food! The trip spans Motobu-cho and the capital Naha, with key spots at Okinawa Beautiful Sea Aquarium and Naha Kokusai-dori Yatai Village.
Okinawa Beautiful Sea Aquarium — See the beauty of the black tide with your own eyes♡
As soon as you step into the Beautiful Sea Aquarium, you will feel the "marine system healing power MAX"! The biggest attraction is the big tank of the Kuroshio. In front of the super transparent glass, you can take pictures with mambo fish, stingrays, and giant whale sharks. It's super healing! The design of the pavilion is very spacious, the movement lines are smooth, and there will be no crowds when there are many people. Many parent-child families say it's perfect for children to unwind. There are also biological feeding explanations where you can observe marine life up close, which is both knowledgeable and entertaining.
📍Address: 424, Ishikawa, Honbu-cho, Kunito-gun, Okinawa, Japan (located in Ocean Expo Park)
⏰Opening Hours: September 25, 2025 - January 31, 2026 08:30-18:30 (entrance closes at 17:30)
🎟 Tickets: NT$105 (quite bargain!)
Tip: Outside the museum there is a stunningly beautiful sea view, lots of Insta-friendly corners! It is recommended to enter early, you can avoid the crowds, slowly play for a few hours, by the way to Ocean Expo Park for a walk, lunch can be nearby to treat the stomach, but the dining options in the museum are simple, want to eat exquisite recommended to bring your own snacks or to a nearby cafe.
Kokusai-dori Yatai Village—Eat authentic Okinawa cuisine in one go
When we return to Naha at the end of our trip, we must go to Kokusai-dori Yatai Village for a return meal! This is really a gourmet paradise, with a variety of authentic Okinawa dishes to choose from, including barbecue, Okinawa noodles, black sugar desserts and a series of specialty bars, perfect for a group of people to chill while eating. The atmosphere is particularly lively at night, the Japanese-style street night market feels full, you can't go wrong if you just enter the house! Each stall has its own characteristics, the most surprising is the small portion, very suitable to choose a few to share to try.
📍Address: 3-11 Makishi 900-0013, Naha, Okinawa Prefecture
⏰ Opening hours: 12:00-23:59 year-round
Tip: If you are afraid of long queues at dinner, it is recommended to arrive early, you can stroll around Kokusai Tong Shopping Street; there are many souvenir shops near Yatai Village, so you can eat and shop!
Transportation Guide:
You can choose a high-speed bus (about 2 hours) from Motobucho to Naha, which is even more convenient by car and has clear route planning.
Practical Travel Tips:
1. The aquarium has concentrated crowds during peak season, so book tickets online in advance for peace of mind.
2. Yatai Village has a choice at the beginning of lunch, the night market atmosphere is the busiest, suitable for night owls!
3. It is recommended to wear slippers or comfortable shoes and step thousands of steps a day 🚶♂️
Okinawa not only has beautiful sea but also delicious authentic cuisine. This trip covers all the fun and food in one article. It is suitable for parents, girlfriends and friends. Be sure to bookmark it!
#Okinawa Fun Guide #Beautiful Sea Aquarium #Naha Food #Yata Village Experience #Japan Travel Tips
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