
Okinawa is Japan's southernmost resort, consisting of 160 islands of different sizes. Due to flourishing overseas trading in ancient times, unique history culture such as music, folk song, arts, food, folk dance and costume represented by Ryukyu Kingdom relics were developed. In addition, crystal clear sea, less developed nature and islands surrounded by beautiful coral reefs are fantastic destinations for people to spend leisure time. Okinawa's nature also nurtures a wide variety of rare animals of the world. Its beautiful sea is one of the top surfing resorts in the world. Moreover, Okinawa prefecture is an island of longevity, with an average life expectancy of 86.01 of females living on the island, which is No.1 in the world.
The administrative and commercial center of Okinawa Island, Naha, boasts its cultural asset and World Heritage Site, the Shuri Castle.
Formerly called Koza, Okinawa City is the largest city in central Okinawa Island which is famous for its music culture.
Lined with large commercial and recreational complexes, Chatan is where American culture and beaches mix together.
Nago is the largest city of the northern part of Okinawa island and has a well known Gajyumaru (banyan) tree which is 320-years old.
Itoman city sits at the southernmost part of Okinawa Island, and is home to a plethora of beaches and historic sites.
Ishigaki-jima with bountiful white beaches and emerald green waters is the most populous island in the Yaeyama archipelago.
An island nearer to Taiwan than Okinawa, Iriomote is one of the few untouched tourist destinations and ultimate getaway in Japan.
Located 100 km west of Naha, the island historically served as trading hub for the Ryukyu Dynasty, and is well known for textiles.
Located 310 km southwest from Okinawa Island, the remote Miyakojima island is known for white beaches and coral reefs sea.
Shuri Castle, the symbol of the Ryukyu Dynasty, is one of the nine Gusuku which was chosen as World Heritage sites.
Located north of Okinawa city in the Ocean Expo Park, the Aquarium bears the name which means "beautiful ocean".
"Kerama Blue" is how the crystal clear waters are called at Keramashoto, a group of approximately 20 islands.