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Best day trips in Okinawa

14 places from 12 Okinawa travel vlogs, most-mentioned first. The play button jumps to that moment in the video.

14 places

  1. Zamami Island

    Day trip ยท Kerama Islands

    One of the Kerama Islands, reached by ferry from Naha and a stop on island-hopping routes through the Ryukyu chain.

  2. Kerama Islands

    Day trip ยท Kerama Islands

    An island group reached by ferry from the main island, known for excellent snorkeling with sea turtles.

  3. Miyako Island

    Day trip ยท Miyako

    A southern island considered one of Asia's best beach destinations, home to Yonaha Maehama Beach.

  4. Ishigaki Island

    Day trip ยท Yaeyama Islands

    A far-southwest island known for emerald lagoons and coral gardens, and a base for exploring nearby islands.

  5. Tokashiki Island

    Day trip ยท Kerama Islands

    A Kerama island close to Naha, known for exceptionally clear water and Aharen Beach.

  6. Aka Island

    Day trip ยท Kerama Islands

    A small Kerama island that serves as a ferry stop en route to Zamami, with strikingly clear water.

  7. Taketomi Island

    Day trip ยท Yaeyama Islands

    A tiny island of sandy streets, stone walls and traditional houses that feels frozen in time, where water-buffalo carts still roll through the village.

  8. Iriomote Island

    Day trip ยท Yaeyama Islands

    A wild island for kayaking through mangroves, hiking to waterfalls and possibly spotting the rare Iriomote wildcat.

  9. Hamahiga Island

    Day trip ยท Uruma

    A quiet, less touristy island off the east coast of the main island, home to ancient cultural sites.

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5 more picks, each from a single vlog, so not ranked.

  1. Yonaguni Island

    Day trip ยท Yaeyama Islands

    Japan's westernmost point. It takes effort to reach and is a destination for diving off its coast.

  2. Kudaka Island

    Day trip ยท Nanjo

    Small, sacred island off Nanjo's coast with quiet beaches and lush greenery, compact enough to explore by rented bicycle.

  3. Sesoko Island

    Day trip ยท Motobu

    A small island linked to the mainland by bridge, so no ferry is needed. It has two walkable beaches.

  4. Minna Island

    Day trip ยท Motobu

    A tiny croissant-shaped island visible offshore from Sesoko Island.

  5. Kouri Island

    Day trip ยท Nakijin

    A small island linked by a striking bridge, with scenic coastal drives and ocean views.