I'm Russell, a Japanese guide enthusiast; grab your shades and sun block for an island adventure! We will see wonderful clear seas around the Okinawa chain of islands. See breathtaking views of the ancient castles to white sand beaches. Spend your time in the city-life of Naha City and island-life in Kume. This trip will include some sightseeing in Naha, Okinawa and exploring the island of Kume. Our stays will be in the Naha Downtown area and on Kume island. Ideally, we will try to get everyone to be in the same accommodation or at least very near to each other. If you have a certain place you want to visit? Please ask me beforehand. I could slightly change the trip's plan or rearrange. Here are the highlights for Naha: ✔️ Shurijo Castle ✔️ Hantagawa Park ✔️ Shikinaen Royal Garden ✔️ Big Rock Park ✔️ Tsuboya Yachimun Street ✔️ Dori Shopping Street ✔️ Tomigusuku ✔️ Former Japanese Navy Underground Headquarters Museum and Kaigungo Park ✔️ Ruins of Tomigusuku Castle and Park with city view. ✔️ Okinawa Karate Hall and Sport Complex Here are the highlights for Kume Island: ✔️ Kumejima Cultural Center and Museum ✔️ The Uezu Residence ✔️ Goeda Pine of Kume ✔️ Mifuga Rock ✔️ Yajiyagama Cave ✔️ Tatami Rock ✔️ Kumejima Sea Turtle Museum ✔️ Namida Rock ✔️ Fukugi Row of Trees ✔️ Zenchū Nakahara Birthplace ✔️ Tunnaha Forest park ✔️ Tsumugi Weaving Pavilion ✔️ Hiyajo Banta Cliff ✔️ Uegusuku Castle Ruins ✔️ Ifu Beach ✔️ Kumejima Firefly Museum ✔️ Yachimun Pottery Gallery and Workshop ✔️ Seal Gachi Bridge 💰 The trip price will cover the following: - All the Hotels/Hostels (Please let me know on your preferences) - The traveling cost of monorail, bus and ferry - Camping rental, Bicycle rental, and BBQ Party (This fee is still under planning) - Possibly some group admission to some venues - The guide's WiFi hot-spot - The guide's counseling and accompanying services *** Due to Japan's COVID restrictions, there might be requirements for travelers. The latest news hints that Japan will be open for all travelers on October 11th. It is a prerequisite to be vaccinated beforehand and have an available mask just in case. Are you looking forward to exploring Japan? Send me a message 📬
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Trip Itinerary
1
Naha Airport Station
Day 1
Everyone should arrive at Naha International Airport. I will pick an easy meeting spot where everyone can see me. Hopefully everyone arrives around the same time. Then head for the monorail for our stay when we are ready.
2
Naha
Day 1-2
Before or after check-in, we will go to a nearby restaurant for a quick itinerary review. As this is our arrival day, I will guide everyone to local shops for necessary items you might need. Depending on the time of the day and the group. We can explore the local area before we have dinner and return to our stay.
3
Shurijo Castle
Day 2
In the morning, we will travel to Shurijo Castle. This has been the Ryukyu Kingdom's main castle and palace since the 14th century. There are featuring exhibits of Ryukyu culture and wonderful artworks.
4
Hantagawa Park
Day 2
On our way to our next location, we will travel through this park. It is a nice nature park with cobbled paths and a stone bridge. Before or after, maybe we will stop for lunch and maybe the park will be a nice place to rest.
5
Shikinaen mae [Kitagawa]（via Hantagawa）
Day 2
We will enter the grounds of the Ryukyu-dynasty traditional palace and gardens. It is a large reflection pond, cobbled paths, tea houses, and traditional buildings. There is also a hilltop view of the urban landscape looking to the south.
6
Big Rock Park
Day 2
This park is set on top of a small hill and has great views of surrounding neighborhoods. If arriving at the right time? We could see a wonderful sunset over the city and the ocean. We can take a short rest before heading to our next location.
7
Tsuboya Yachimun Street
Day 2
After traveling the neighborhoods from Big Rock Park, we came to a cobblestone street in Tsuboya Yachimun. This area has traditional earthenware workshops, cafés and a pottery museum. If it is not too late, we can visit the museum.
8
Dori Shopping Street
Day 2-3
We might have come here exploring the day before and partly seen the shopping street. This would allow everyone to get a full layout of all the stores. So you can shop for souvenirs at the end of the trip.
9
那覇 泊
Day 3
In the morning, we will head to our island paradise by taking a three-hour cruise. This will be a real treat for those who have never travelled by boat. We might spot some marine life following the ship out to sea. We will be passing through a chain of islands, then later come up to Tonaki island. After a small stop at the island. We will head to the island we are staying on.
10
Kumejima
Day 3-4
We have arrived at Kume Island sometime around noon, and we will find a nice place for lunch. After, we could check-in and leave our luggage already and then enjoy exploring the nearby coastline or visiting a local attraction. We will have time to get some supplies for our stay. Some may want to go to the beach in the evening.
11
Kumejima
Day 4-5
On this day, we will explore the western part of the island. We could rent bicycles or take the bus. The plans are to see the following on the western route. Kumejima Cultural Center and Museum Itchaku Island coastline The Uezu Residence Goeda Pine of Kume Obake-Zaka Gushikawa Castle Ruins Mifuga Rock Yajiyagama Cave
12
Kumejima
Day 5-6
On this day, we will explore the eastern part of the island. The plans are to see the following on the eastern route. Tatami Rock Kumejima Sea Turtle Museum Namida Rock Fukugi Row of Trees Zenchū Nakahara Birthplace Tunnaha Forest park Tsumugi Weaving Pavilion Hiyajo Banta Cliff Uegusuku Castle Ruins
13
Kumejima
Day 6-7
The group is free to do anything on this day! Here are a few suggestions of places you can visit and do... Ifu Beach Kumejima Firefly Museum Yachimun Pottery Gallery and Workshop Seal Gachi Bridge Scuba Diving Marine Sports Boat Trips Note: I might tag along with any group that need my assistance.
14
Naha
Day 7
In the morning, we will catch our boat back to Naha. Again, it will be a three-hour cruise back to the main island. This will give everyone a 2nd chance to look at the wonderful sea and anything you missed during their first crossing. Arriving back at port, we will quickly check-in to our stay and continue afternoon activities.
15
Tomigusuku
Day 7
(This is optional and could be change.) This area has a few activities and you have the choice of where to go. - Former Japanese Navy Underground Headquarters Museum and Kaigungo Park - Ruins of Tomigusuku Castle and Park with city view. - Okinawa Karate Hall and Sport Complex - You may also explore something else.
16
Dori Shopping Street
Day 7-8
We have returned to Dori Shopping Street for those who want to buy any souvenirs before leaving the island. Those who don't need any more souvenirs can join me at an Okinawa Cuisine or Japanese Cuisine.
17
Naha
Day 8
This would be our last day for our group. I will assist anyone with final requests and guide assistance before your flight. I will offer my services to you till the end of the day. If you happen to leave the next day?
18
Naha Airport Station
Day 8
If needed to, I could travel back to the airport for those that need assistance. Who is still hanging around and eager to see more local attractions? I could guide you to them if time is allowed. I hope everyone will have a great Okinawa adventure.
Trip Summary
Accommodation
Hotel & Hostel & Other & Camping
8 days trip
Naha Airport Station, Naha & 16 more
Transportation
Train, Trekking, Boat
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