Okinawa Travel Guide
Japan
Okinawa is a city of 125,483 people on Okinawa Island in southern Japan. It uses Japan Standard Time and is served by Naha Airport, Kadena Air Force Base and Naha Air Force Base.
The nearest named beach is Toguchi Beach, 27.4 kilometres from the city. Okinawa has a subtropical climate, with warm summers and milder winters, while the coast is a practical option for a day trip when conditions are suitable.
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Weather in Okinawa
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Know before you go
Pays in JPY
Plug type Type A & Type B (UK adapter needed)
Emergency 110
Dial code +81
Tipping: Tipping is not customary in Japan. Attempts to tip may cause confusion or even be considered rude. Exceptional service is already factored into prices.
Best time to visit Okinawa
Jan
19°8Feb
19°11Mar
21°14Apr
23°15May
25°18Jun
28°21Jul
30°23Aug
30°22Sep
30°22Oct
29°15Nov
24°10Dec
21°12Average daily maximums with rainy days per month, from the last three years of weather history.
Beaches near Okinawa
Naminoue Beach
11.6 km away
Tropical Beach
18.2 km away
Toguchi Beach
27.4 km away
Things to do in Okinawa
ひめゆり平和祈念資料館
museum
2.9 km
Okinawa Prefectural Peace Memorial Museum
history museum
3.5 km
平和祈念公園
park
3.5 km
沖縄平和祈念堂
museum
3.3 km
糸満市西崎球場
baseball stadium
4.9 km
山形の塔
historic site
1.8 km
白銀堂
religious organization
3.6 km
カラオケハウスとまと西崎店
karaoke venue
4.3 km
Getting there
Naha Airport · 11 km
Kadena Air Force Base · 26.3 km
Naha Air Force Base · 10.3 km
Frequently asked Questions
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