- Oriental Hotel Okinawa Resort & Spa
- Sightseeing
Sightseeing
Okinawa is blessed with an abundance of
nature for you to make unforgettable memories with.
We would like to introduce sightseeing spots near to our hotel.
Due to the pandemic, times, holidays,
and service content may differ from the description.
Please check with each venue in advance.
Recommended
Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium
About 60 minutes by car
In one of the world's largest aquarium tanks you can observe whale sharks, different varieties of rays, sharks, and many other types of sea life.
| Holidays | Check website for details |
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| Fee | Paid attraction |
| Location | 424 Ishikawa, Motobu Town, Kunigami Gun |
| Tel. | 0980-48-3748 |
Kise Country Club
About 3 minutes by car
About 3 minutes by car from the hotel, this golf course is surrounded by Okinawa's abundant nature.
| Holidays | Open year round |
|---|---|
| Fee | Paid attraction |
| Location | 1107-1 Kise, Nago City |
| Tel. | 0980-53-6100 |
Bankoku Shinryokan
About 5 minutes by car
Summits and forums are held at Bankoku Shinryokan, but you can visit for free on days when the venue is not in use. It can also be used as a wedding hall (1 wedding per day).
| Holidays | Check website for details |
|---|---|
| Fee | Free tour |
| Location | 1792 Kise, Nago City |
| Tel. | 0980-53-3155 |
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Busena Marine Park
About 3 minutes by car
Busena Marine Park is located within the Busena Resort, and its waters are home to a variety of colorful tropical fish. The emerald green sea can be seen from the only underwater observation tower on the main island of Okinawa with a 360 degree panoramic view of the underwater world. You can also take a ride on a whale-shaped glass bottom boat to see the beauty under the water.
| Holidays | Open year round |
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| Fee | Paid attraction |
| Location | 1744-1 Kise, Nago City |
| Tel. | 0980-52-3379 |
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Nakijin Castle (World Heritage Site)
About 70 minutes by car
A historic castle ruin on Motobu Peninsula in the northern part of Okinawa. Experience the beauty of history and nature.
| Holidays | Open year round |
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| Fee | Paid attraction |
| Location | 5101 Imadomari, Nakijin Village |
| Tel. | 0980-56-4400 |
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Nago Castle
About 15 minutes by car
This is a famous place for cherry blossoms which bloom the earliest in Japan. There is an observatory at the top of the hill overlooking the city of Nago.
| Holidays | Open year round |
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| Fee | Free |
| Location | 5511 Nago, Nago City |
| Tel. | 0980-52-7434 |
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Nago Hill
About 20 minutes by car
This hill is located at the back of Nago Central Park which has many walking paths and an observatory as well as a family-friendly hiking trail.
| Holidays | Open year round |
|---|---|
| Fee | Free |
| Location | 5511 Nago, Nago City |
| Tel. | 0980-52-2076 |
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Prefectural Forest
About 7 minutes by car
You can enjoy various outdoor activities such as camping and park golf here. There are also walking trails for your enjoyment of nature.
| Holidays | Check website for details |
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| Fee | Free |
| Location | 2028 Afuso, Onna Village, Kunigami Gun |
| Tel. | 098-967-8092 |
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Aerospace Exploration Agency Okinawa Space Communication Center
About 10 minutes by car
This is a communication station owned by Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency. It plays a role in maintaining and managing artificial satellites. Here you can enjoy learning about space exploration.
| Holidays | Open year round |
|---|---|
| Fee | Free |
| Location | 1712 Kinrabaru, Afuso, Onna Village, Kunigami Gun |
| Tel. | 098-967-8211 |
Orion Brewery
About 15 minutes by car
Visiting the Orion Beer Factory is a very popular activity.
| Holidays | Check website for details |
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| Fee | Free |
| Location | 2-2-1 Agarie, Nago City |
| Tel. | 0980-54-4103（Reservations for factory tours） |
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Manzamo
About 20 minutes by car
There is a large rock that looks like an elephant's nose right above the ocean. This beautiful spot is famous and is one of the most photographed places in Okinawa.
| Holidays | Open year round |
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| Fee | Paid attraction |
| Location | Onna, Onna Village, Kunigami Gun |
| Tel. | 098-966-1280 |
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Nago Pineapple Park
About 30 minutes by car
Pineapple Park is a theme park where you can enjoy seeing pineapples grow. Many original products made from pineapples are on display and can be purchased.
| Holidays | Open year round |
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| Fee | Paid attraction |
| Location | 1195 Biimata, Nago City |
| Tel. | 0980-53-3659 |
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Ryukyu Mura
About 40 minutes by car
This Okinawan theme park is set up like an old Okinawan village. You can watch a lively Eisa performance with traditional dance. You can taste the foods or make a craft item from Okinawan products.
| Holidays | Open year round |
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| Fee | Paid attraction |
| Location | 1130 Yamada, Onna Village, Kunigami Gun |
| Tel. | 098-965-1234 |
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Kouri Island Bridge
About 50 minutes by car
The total length of bridge is 1,960m and it connects Kouri Island in Nakijin Village to Yagaji Island in Nago City. There is a spectacular view from the bridge that stretches out across the emerald green sea on both sides.
| Fee | Free |
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| Location | Kouri, Nakijin Village, Kunigami Gun |
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Kouri Ocean Tower
About 50 minutes by car
There is an 82 meter tall observation tower overlooking the Kouri Island Bridge as well as the beautiful landscape and ocean all around. There is also a shell museum, a restaurant, and a shop.
| Holidays | Open year round |
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| Fee | Paid attraction |
| Location | 538 Kouri, Nakijin Village, Kunigami Gun |
| Tel. | 0980-56-1616 |
Yambaru National Park Daisekirinzan
About 1 hour 20 minutes by car
Daisekirinzan is a sacred place for Okinawan people. There are walking trails that showcase subtropical plants, strangely shaped rock formations, and a beautiful panaorama view from the top of a high place overlooking the ocean.
| Holidays | Open year round |
|---|---|
| Fee | Paid attraction |
| Location | 1241 Ginama, Kunigami Village |
| Tel. | 0980-41-8117 |
Bios no Oka (Bios on the Hill)
About 40 minutes by car
Originally an orchid company, this park offers a little something for everyone. There is an abundance of plants and animals as well as a playground for kids and big swings for big kids, a boat ride and/or a ride on a water buffalo cart.
| Holidays | Open year round |
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| Fee | Paid attraction |
| Location | 961-30 Kadekaru, Ishikawa, Uruma City |
| Tel. | 098-965-3400 |
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Yachimun Pottery Village
About 55 minutes by car
This localized area is dedicated to creating pottery which is a deep cultural and historical tradition in Okinawa. There are many famous artists that work here and a variety of galleries and shops from which to buy their products.There are some places where you can make your own.
| Holidays | Check website for details |
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| Fee | Browsing is free |
| Location | 2653-1 Zakimi, Yomitan Village |
| Tel. | Yomitan Village Tourism Association: 098-958-6494 |
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Zakimi Castle Ruins (World Heritage Site) & Yuntanza Museum
About 50 minutes by car
This castle has amazing rounded walls and advanced architectural technology built by Gosamaru who is famous for his buildings in Okinawan history. Recently the Yuntanza Museum, which beautifully details the nature, history, and culture of Yomitan, has been added to the site.
| Holidays | Check website for details |
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| Fee | Paid attraction for museum |
| Location | 708 Zakimi, Yomitan Village |
| Tel. | Yomitan Village Tourism Association: 098-958-6494 Yuntanza Museum: 098-958-3141 |
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Mihama American Village
About 50 minutes by car
American Village is a localized commercial area that imitates an American atmosphere. The large Ferris Wheel is a landmark, and you can enjoy a large variety of shopping, eating, or watching movies during any season of the year.
| Holidays | Open year round |
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| Fee | Browsing is free |
| Location | 15-69 Mihama, Chatan Town |
| Tel. | Chatan Town Tourism Association: 098-926-5678 |
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Naha International Shopping Street
About 65 minutes by car
Naha City's international shopping street, Kokusai-dori, is crowded with many souvenir shops, bars, restaurants, hotels, and a department store as well as many interesting specialty shops.
| Holidays | Open year round |
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| Fee | Browsing is free |
| Location | 3-2-10 Makishi, Naha City |
| Tel. | Naha City International Street Shopping District Promotion Association: 098-863-2755 |
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Shuri Castle Park
About 60 minutes by car
Shuri Castle Park is a World Heritage Site and encompasses much of the rich historical and cultural abundance of the Ryukyu Kingdom.
* Please note that not all facilities at Shurijo Castle Park are currently open. For details, please check the link below.
| Holidays | Check website for details |
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| Fee | Paid area / Free area |
| Location | 1-2 Shuri Castle Town, Naha City |
| Tel. | 098-886-2020 |
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Culture Kingdom Gyokusendo Okinawa World
About 75 minutes by car
The largest Okinawan themed park in the prefecture offers an amazing cave tour, many details of Okinawan nature, culture, and history, as well as Eisa and habu shows. There are eating places and a large souvenir shop.
| Holidays | Open year round |
|---|---|
| Fee | Paid attraction |
| Location | 1336 Tamagusuku Maekawa, Nanjo City |
| Tel. | 098-949-7421 |
Sefa Utaki
About 80 minutes by car
Sefa Utaki is the most sacred place in the Ryukyu Kingdom. It is registered as a World Heritage Site. It is famous for the triangular window created by 2 large rocks overlooking the ocean.
| Holidays | Check website for details |
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| Fee | Paid attraction |
| Location | Chinen-kudeken, Nanjo City |
| Tel. | 098-949-1899 |
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Himeyuri Memorial Tower & Peace Museum
About 90 minutes by car
It is a memorial tower of the Himeyuri students who died in the Battle of Okinawa. At the Himeyuri Peace Museum, you can learn about the remains of the victims and the full-scale model of the moat during the Battle of Okinawa.
| Holidays | Open year round |
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| Fee | Paid attraction |
| Location | 671-1 Ihara, Itoman City |
| Tel. | 098-997-2100 |
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Okinawa Prefecture Peace Memorial Park & Museum
About 80 minutes by car
There are many things to view in this large park area: the Memorial Museum, Peace Memorial Hall, Cornerstone of Peace, and many other memorial items. Prayers for peace are always recommended.
| Holidays | Check website for museum details; outdoor areas open year round |
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| Fee | Paid attraction for museum |
| Location | 614-1 Mabuni, Itoman City |
| Tel. | 098-997-2765 |
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