Okinawa with Kids: What to Do and Itinerary
Last Updated on August 10, 2025 by Kay
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Thinking about visiting Okinawa with your kids and wondering what to do? Don’t worry, I’ve got you covered!
I am a Japan resident and Okinawa is my favorite place to travel to in the country. In fact, I’ve been there four times before my child was born, once when she was three years old, and again when she was six.
This time around, we decided to stay an entire week in Okinawa to get the full experience and revisit some places I loved. And let me tell you straight away, it was amazing. Even my husband said he wants to go again as soon as possible, and this is a guy who doesn’t like traveling very much.
In this article, I’ll cover everything my family did in Okinawa over our seven-day stay. Of course, you don’t have to stay as long as we did to enjoy the island. You can pick and choose what you like and tailor this itinerary for your own family.
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Quick Overview of Okinawa
Okinawa is the southernmost prefecture in Japan, located near Taiwan, that is known as the “Hawaii of Japan” due to its beautiful beaches and crystal clear waters. Unsurprisingly, this means it’s a very popular place for Japanese residents to vacation (in fact, one of our neighbors was there at the same time as us!).
Due to its location, you’ll also find that there are lots of our neighbors from Taiwan, China, and South Korea enjoying everything Okinawa has to offer. And trust me, Okinawa has a lot to offer.
Okinawa was its own country for 400 years before it was annexed by Japan almost 150 years ago. This is why it has a unique Southeast Asian culture that almost makes you feel like you’re in another country when you visit. As my husband puts it, it’s truly a blend between Japanese and Chinese culture.
There are several islands in Okinawa, but the main one is the Okinawa Main Island (Honto), which is the best place for families to stay since there’s lots to do apart from just water activities. This is where we stayed for our trip.
If you only want to enjoy beautiful beaches and snorkel (and don’t care much about other activities), consider Miyakojima or Ishigaki. I stayed in Miyakojima once, and although the water was truly stunning, there really wasn’t much to do beyond snorkeling and enjoying the beach. (I was also chased by a poisonous sea snake, which is a story for another day…)
How to Get to Okinawa
The only way you can get to Okinawa is by plane. If you’re lucky, you’ll get to ride this whale shark plane through JAL! (We did not get to ride it, sadly.)
The main island’s airport is Naha Airport (OKA). This airport caters to both domestic and international flights. Domestic flights that go to Okinawa include Japan Airlines (JAL), All Nippon Airways (ANA), Jet Star, Solaseed Air, and Peach Airlines.
We don’t like low-cost carriers such as Jet Star, Solaseed Air, and Peach Airlines because with added costs (for instance, luggage, choosing your seat, etc), they sometimes end up the same cost as JAL and ANA. Also, once we took a Jet Star flight in Australia and it caught on fire, so we’ve decided to never travel with them again.
Flights from Tokyo to Okinawa’s main island (OKA) take about three hours one-way when traveling from Narita Airport (NRT) while Haneda Airport (HND) is a little faster at around 2.5 hours.
Flights from both of Osaka’s two airports, Kansai and Itami, take about two hours one-way. This is why you might see a lot of Japanese people from the Kansai area in Okinawa when you visit!
Okinawa with Kids Itinerary
Alright, now that’s all out of the way, let’s dive into what my family did during our one-week trip to Okinawa. As you’ll see, we did plenty that was not just related to the beach!
Day 1
Our flight arrived at around 11 AM in the morning. We first went to the rental car company to pick up our car. You don’t need to rent a car in Okinawa, especially if you’re going to stay at a resort the entire time, like we did the last time we visited, but we were planning on traveling to many locations, so it was necessary for our trip.
After we got our car, we decided to get some lunch. While the shuttle bus from the airport was dropping us off at the car rental company, I noticed a retro-looking restaurant called JEF. This fast food chain is only in Okinawa, and reviews on Google seemed good, so we headed there.
Their goya burger was quite good, so I recommend trying this chain if you can!
While we were enjoying our lunch, my husband mentioned he saw advertisements for an aquarium called DMM Kariyushi Aquarium. This new aquarium was made by the same company as teamLab, so we decided to check it out since our daughter is obsessed with sealife.
Afternoon: DMM Kariyushi Aquarium
(1:30 PM to 2:30 PM)
DMM Kariyushi Aquarium is located inside a mall called iias Okinawa Toyosaki. At 3200 yen for an adult ticket and 2100 yen for kids, it’s really expensive.
However, it is included as an option for the Klook Pass Okinawa. I am really regretting not getting this pass because I could have saved a lot of money!
Don’t get me wrong, though, I absolutely do not recommend DMM Kariyushi Aquarium. It is the worst aquarium I have ever been to.
What I liked about DMM Kariyushi Aquarium:
- Beautiful area where you can see coral reefs and fish
- You can walk on top of a large tank where there are sharks
- Touch pools with starfish and sea cucumbers
- For an additional cost, you can feed animals (my daughter chose the Pirarucu experience, but the fish are huge and thrashed around during feeding, which scared her)
What I disliked about DMM Kariyushi Aquarium:
- It stinks, which I haven’t experienced at other aquariums in Japan. The room with mini pigs was unbearable.
- Not enough space for the animals
- The owl room is the saddest place I have seen. It broke my heart to see the owls tethered up and unable to fly, and I almost cried. I wish Japan would stop this practice.
- The jellyfish room has some dead jellyfish
We spent about an hour at the aquarium, and I was happy to leave. I really don’t understand why this aquarium has high reviews. My family didn’t care for it, either.
The mall, iias Okinawa Toyosaki, has a DAISO (100 yen store), so make sure to check it out and stock up on anything you might need for the rest of your trip! We got some plastic bags and alcohol wipes.
If you want to try A&W, an American fast food chain that’s only in Okinawa when it comes to Japan, they have one of those, too.
There is also a Little Universe Okinawa where you can see various miniature dioramas of famous Okinawa landmarks and anime characters.
Lastly, there is a beach here as well called Chura-Sun Beach where you can swim. It’s about a 5-minute walk from the mall but you can drive there as well. We collected some seashells but decided not to swim because we wanted to go to the hotel as soon as possible.
Ryukyu Hotel
(3:30 PM to 6:00 PM)
After we left, we checked into our hotel, the Ryukyu Hotel & Resort Nashiro Beach and spent the rest of the afternoon enjoying their fantastic pools — my daughter didn’t want to get out!
Shopping and Dinner
(~6:00 PM to 9:00 PM)
In the evening, we decided to get water shoes since Nashiro Beach has lots of coral and we were worried about cutting our feet.
We headed to MaxValu, which carries outdoor supplies and daily goods, and then had dinner at Steak House 88 Jr. It was not only super affordable but also one of the best meals we had on the trip!
On our way back to the hotel, we stopped by a LAWSON convenience store for a Blue Seal ice cream sandwich (having Blue Seal ice cream in Okinawa is a must).
Day 2
Lazy Day Enjoying the Hotel
We slept incredibly well and got up early to beat the hotel breakfast buffet crowd. We arrived at the buffet at 7 AM at I’m so glad we did because it filled up super quickly!
After stuffing ourselves, we headed back to the pool area and spent the entire day playing with our daughter in the water. She loved it so much!
For dinner, we ate at the hotel.
Day 3
After checking out of our hotel, we went on a day trip to Tokashiki Island.
Tokashiki Island Journey
(9:30 AM to ~5:20 PM)
If you want to visit Tokashiki Island, it’s best to book a ferry in advance, especially during summer, because seats will sell out.
My daughter enjoyed her time on the island, spending most of her time trying to catch fish with a large net we brought with us (don’t worry, we planned to return the fish after).
But despite giving her medicine for motion sickness, she was about to throw up on the way back, which is why I don’t know the exact time we returned, because my husband and I were panicking.
Read my full write-up about our visit to Tokashiki Island so you can decide whether it’s worth visiting with your family.
Check In to Hotel Resol Trinity Naha and Dinner
(~6:00 PM to 9 PM)
When we got off the ferry, we drove to our accommodation for the night — Hotel Resol Trinity Naha. We decided to stay somewhere cheap without a pool because we weren’t planning on spending much time here.
The hotel is new but the room is small (our large suitcase barely fit), which shouldn’t have been surprising since this is mostly used by business travelers. However, they do provide amenities for kids.
There’s also a public onsen you can use, and they had a campaign where each guest got a free carton of Blue Seal Ice Cream, which was nice.
The hotel is also within walking distance of a small shopping center with a Starbucks and Daiso (100 yen shop).
I would stay at Hotel Resol Trinity Naha again if it were just me and my daughter (with a much smaller suitcase), and only if she’s okay not having a pool in the hotel. (This is doubtful, knowing her!)
After check-in, my husband wanted to go to a local izakaya but it turned out it was smoking (which was surprising because many places don’t allow smoking anymore in Japan). So we left (the staff were thankfully very kind about it) and instead went to a shabu-shabu (hot pot) restaurant named Gahana to enjoy Okinawan pork, which is called Agu pork (アグー豚).
We absolutely love Agu pork because it’s flavorful and juicy but not oily, and we thoroughly enjoyed our shabu-shabu at Gahana.
When we were done, we headed back to the hotel, enjoyed the onsen (which doesn’t really have a view but was still a great place to relax), and went to bed.
Day 4
Kokusai Street
(9:00 AM to 1:00 PM)
On our fourth day in Okinawa, we walked from the hotel to Kokusai Street (Kokusai Dori), which is one of the most famous shopping streets in Naha.
There are so many different souvenir shops, restaurants, and cafes, making it really exciting. It’s best to experience in the evening, but we were too tired the day before.
I recommend checking out JAM MARKET, which is a super cute store that sells adorable Okinawa T-shirts for all ages (so you can have a matching set for the whole family!) and cute bibs for babies.
My daughter also got drawn to the renewed Don Quixote because of the small aquariums they have outside the store. I had no intention of visiting but I’m glad I did because their Okinawa goods section is amazing! (Thank you, daughter!)
Afterwards, we wandered down Ichiba Hondorii (Public Market Alley) to check out their little shops.
My daughter really liked Makishi Public Market because of all the seafood they were selling and excitedly took my husband back there when we met up (he had been checking out of the hotel for us).
We also bought a seashell with some cute hand-painted art on it from an art gallery called 貝殻絵画.
For lunch, we ate at OKINAWA 鬼 TACO RICE, which is amazing. Listen, I’ve lived in Japan for over 15 years now and I’ve had my share of taco rice. This restaurant’s taco rice is the bomb. It is so good, and they flame-broil the cheese on top. My daughter doesn’t even like taco rice that much and she devoured hers! I got tacos and wanted more after I finished mine.
Note that their seating consists of stools and they don’t have high chairs or utensils for kids. For a more little kid-friendly restaurant, consider Shabu-Shabu KOU (it might be hard to get in without a reservation, though; we tried the day before and they were full).
Overall, Kokusai Street was fun, but I enjoyed it more a few years ago. They used to have goya-shaped benches and fun props throughout, which I wanted to show my daughter, but unfortunately, they’re gone now.
Shuri Castle
(1:30 PM to 2:10 PM)
A UNESCO World Heritage Site, Shuri Castle is one of the most unique landmarks in Japan. Unlike other castles in Japan, it’s a brilliant red with colorful designs, truly a blend of Southeast Asian culture.
Unfortunately, seven buildings that comprise Shuri Castle burned down in 2019 due to an electrical accident.
Here’s what it used to look like (this photo is from my first trip to Okinawa back in 2010, so excuse the quality):
If this is your first time visiting Okinawa, I don’t recommend visiting Shuri Castle until the repairs are complete in the autumn of 2026. I have been to Shuri Castle a few times, so I wanted to see what remained and the extent of the repairs.
My husband wasn’t impressed but I liked seeing the process of the castle being rebuilt, which you can watch in real time as well as through photos throughout.
There’s also a lovely view of the city below from the castle, so we took a few family pictures.
During this time, we were caught in a sudden downpour and took shelter under one of the gates. We had umbrellas but the rain was quite heavy and we knew we would get soaked if we stepped out. This rain ended within ten minutes, thankfully.
My daughter’s favorite spot was the projection mapping in the visitor center near the parking lot where she could chase a moving sun-like object.
We wanted to spend more time exploring the castle grounds but the weather wasn’t great so we decided to head to our next hotel.
Checking Into Oriental Hotel Okinawa Resort & Spa
(~3:00 PM to 16:00 PM)
It was pouring rain when we arrived at Oriental Hotel Okinawa Resort & Spa! Thankfully we didn’t get wet but we wondered what we should do since we were planning on spending the rest of the afternoon at the pool.
So instead, we made a last-minute decision to go to Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium, which we had been planning to visit on Saturday morning.
One of the largest aquariums in the world, Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium lies on the coast and boasts tons of aquatic wildlife, including whale sharks. They also have dolphin shows and a deep sea tank.
We looked at how crowded (congested) the aquarium was on their official website before going and then bought tickets online, as my friend advised us that this was the best way to beat long lines at the ticket counter.
Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium
(~16:50 PM to 6:40 PM)
We arrived a little before 5 PM, 1.5 hours before closing. I was worried this wouldn’t give us enough time to enjoy the aquarium, but it was perfect!
If you go late like us, the last dolphin show is at 5 PM. I asked my daughter if she wanted to see the dolphin show, but she wasn’t interested. That worked out for us because we had more time to see the aquarium.
The crowd thins out considerably in the evening, which makes it a perfect time to visit.
For those who want to enjoy the beach, there’s a beach right by Churaumi Aquarium called Emerald Beach. It’s a great, family-friendly place for kids to enjoy the ocean. However, you cannot snorkel there.
There are also lots of play areas around Churaumi Aquarium, specifically Ocean Expo Park where the aquarium is located, such as Kids Adventure Land. If the weather is nice, you can easily spend an entire day in Ocean Expo Park.
When we were done at the aquarium, we had dinner at an Okinawan restaurant near the hotel called Chura Hana Bettei.
It was a little pricey but the food was absolutely delicious. It’s foreigner-friendly with an English menu. They have child seats as well as toys for kids to play with and a menu for children, so needless to say, it’s very kid-friendly.
If you make a reservation in advance or are willing to wait, there’s a restaurant next door called Shimaakari that has live Okinawan music performances.
After dinner, we headed back to the hotel, took a shower, and went to bed.
Day 5
Enjoying the Resort
We spent the entire day enjoying the pools at Oriental Hotel Okinawa Resort & Spa. It had been forecast to rain the entire day (100%), but surprisingly, we only had ten minutes ot rain at around 8 AM. The rest of the day was completely sunny!
Day 6
After having breakfast and checking out, we decided to go on a glass boat trip and visit an underwater observatory, which was only a six-minute drive away. This was the highlight of our trip — do not miss it when you go to Okinawa!
Glass-Bottom Boat Ride
(~8:55 AM to 9:25 AM)
The Glass-Bottom Boat Ride runs every morning from around 9:10 AM. I suggest getting there early to secure a ticket for the first departure. We got there at 8:55 AM and were able to get on the first boat. You cannot make reservations in advance for this boat. The boat departs every 20 minutes, so if you can’t get on the first one, don’t worry! The last ride is at 5:00 PM.
Please note that boat rides will be canceled in bad weather.
The ticket booth is located next to the parking lot and is about a 10-minute walk from the Observatory. This is what it looks like:
You can buy a combo ticket for both the glass-bottom boat and the observatory, which is what we did.
After this, you need to take a little bus (which is free!) to the pier where the boat departs. You can walk, too, but I suggest taking the bus because it’s faster. The bus departs from right in front of the ticket booth.
While you wait in line to get on, you can buy fish feed for 200 yen from a small machine but you can also get it on the boat, so don’t worry too much about it!
The Glass-Bottom Boat was amazing. It’s such a great way for the entire family to enjoy the tropical fish and not get wet, especially kids if they can’t snorkel (like my daughter). We saw so many beautiful and colorful varieties. It was fantastic.
At one point, the boat stops and you can toss fish feed (if purchased) to the hungry aquatic creatures.
Note that the entire tour was in the Japanese language only. Before the boat departs, the staff instructs you not to look at the bottom of the boat for about 1.5 minutes, as you will get seasick. Instead, look at the scenery until they tell you it’s okay. (If you don’t understand Japanese, just watch what other people are doing.)
The boat moves fast, so make sure you’re not wearing a hat that can fly off (or put it into a bag like I did). I also recommend having your phone in a waterproof case. I forgot mine in the car and I was so worried I would drop my phone into the ocean when I was taking pictures!
The boat ride lasts only 15 minutes, but it’s so worth it, especially for the low price!
Busena Marine Park Underwater Observatory
(9:25 AM to 10:30 AM)
After the glass boat ride, we walked to Busena Marine Park Underwater Observatory.
On the way there, we stopped on the bridge to toss the remaining food down to the fish and were amazed by how many colorful (and hungry) tropical fish gathered.
You need to take the stairs down to the observatory. There is no elevator, so you’ll need to leave your stroller upstairs if you have one.
We loved this observatory so much that we spent quite a bit of time there! I loved seeing all the different kinds of sea life in their natural habitat.
My daughter and husband really enjoyed the experience, too! Honestly, I enjoyed it more than snorkeling at Tokashiki Island, especially since I could talk with my daughter and quickly run to her when she delightedly found a new fish.
There was one fish that kept following her when she went to different windows, which was super cute!
After our trip, I asked my daughter what she liked the most about Okinawa, and she said the glass-bottom boat ride and the observatory. So we will definitely be back!
Once done at the observatory, we bought some more fish feed at another vending machine and enjoyed feeding fish while we walked across the bridge. We also stopped by Rumble Fish to use their bathroom.
On the way to the car, we walked to the public area of Busena Beach. You can’t swim there so my daughter just looked for seashells. We considered swimming at their private beach, which has crystal clear water, but my daughter wanted to find fish and there didn’t seem to be any near the coast.
Anchi Beach
(~12:20 PM to 16:00 PM)
Originally, we wanted to go to Sesoko Beach, which is considered one of the most beautiful Okinawa. However, when we got there, it was super crowded and they had no parasols or chairs available to rent. The water also had considerable seaweed in it.
So we made a last-minute decision to head to Anchi Beach, I am so glad we did! They have parasols and loungers to rent for 2500 yen a set (half the price of Sesoko), showers, toilets, and a restaurant. However, you may need to wait for the parking lot since it’s small.
This beach was absolutely fantastic! It has many coral reefs so there are plenty of fish, including near the shore. My daughter spent a lot of time trying to catch fish but they were unfortunately too fast for her.
I snorkeled further out, and it was so stunning. The fish were plentiful and beautiful.
They also have glass-bottom canoes, but they were not available due to the strong winds.
My daughter got some shaved ice (kakigori), which was very refreshing!
When we were done at the beach, we drove to a cafe that our neighbor, who used to live in Okinawa, recommended — Ringo Cafe.
This cafe serves macarons and other delicious desserts in a variety of flavors. I got a cake with passionfruit and coconut and it was heavenly. My husband and daughter enjoyed their macarons, and loved them so much they got another!
I got a hibiscus soda and my daughter got a hibiscus milk, which both came with a real hibiscus flower in it! They both tasted delicious, not to sweet and wonderfully refreshing.
The cafe is in a reformed farmhouse and they still have chickens that you can see through a window, which delighted my daughter. (Are your kids obsessed with chickens like mine? Sometimes I really think she’s a reincarnation of my grandmother who had a farm…)
Bisezaki
(~16:10 PM to 6:00 PM)
After the cafe, we made one last beach stop at Bisezaki. This is a rocky beach that is great for snorkeling or finding fish in tide pools during low tide. However, it is very slippery. You need beach shoes and please do not leave your child unsupervised when they are here because there are no lifeguards and children can easily fall.
We also saw a seasnake, which is poisonous. They won’t bite unless provoked but with wild animals, you can never be too careful. (My daughter has made sure to tell everyone she knows that she saw a seasnake in Okinawa.)
Personally, I do not recommend coming here with babies or toddlers. It is also not a great place to simply swim or enjoy the beach since there is no space for towels and absolutely no beach umbrellas or loungers.
However, the beach does have facilities, including rental items and showers.
Another important point to know is that the roads coming here are very narrow, so if you’re not a confident driver, it’s probably a good idea to skip this beach.
Check Into Kafuu Resort and Dinner
(~6:40 PM)
Our last hotel for our stay was Kafuu Resort Fuchaku Condo.
This is great for long-stays since it’s apartment-style with rooms that have kitchenettes. The view from the hotel room is also fantastic! However, I was surprised that our large suitcase just barely fit due to the massive couch in the room. I also wasn’t impressed with the cleanliness of the washroom, and the toilet was really old.
I think the worst part was that they don’t allow children to use the pool after 6 PM! My daughter had been looking forward to swimming in the pool, so she was disappointed. So although it’s a great price in a wonderful location, I wouldn’t stay here again.
They were having a summer festival event where kids could play games for free to get prizes, so we did that before heading off to our 8 PM dinner reservation at Paikaji.
This restaurant has live Okinawan music alongside great Okinawan food and drinks (I loved their cocktails, get the habushu hiball, it’s fantastic!).
My daughter loved listening to the traditional Okinawan music, which is performed live on the hour for about twenty minutes.
Note that they do not have parking but they have a free tuk-tuk service that will take you back to your hotel if you’re staying in the area. We took advantage of this and it was amazing!
Overall, we had a great time, and it was a perfect way to spend our last night in Okinawa. My husband said the tuk-tuk was the highlight for him! We did laugh the entire way, and my daughter loved it so much.
Another nearby family-friendly restaurant with live Okinawa music that my friend recommends is 純沖縄料理 三線の花. This has tatami seating and they offer a shuttle bus to and from your hotel (if you’re staying nearby).
Day 7
On our last day in Okinawa, we spent the morning enjoying the pool before going to the car rental company to return the car and heading to the airport.
At the airport, we had A&W for lunch (which is a must for foreigners living in Japan). I hadn’t had it in a while, but I was pretty disappointed. The taste just wasn’t there, and the curly fries were way too salty. JEF was way better!
What Else to Do in Okinawa with Kids
There are plenty of other family-friendly things to do in Okinawa with kids — here are a few.
Nago Pineapple Park
At Nago Pineapple Park, you can explore the lush grounds in a Pineapple cart and try pineapple treats. I visited back in 2010 and loved it, but one recent review states that the mascots are gone and the quality has gone downhill since then, so I’m hesitant to go back now.
Southeast Botanical Gardens
If your child enjoys gardens and illuminations like mine does, then they’ll have fun exploring the lush grounds of the Southeast Botanical Gardens. They can also see various animals such as monkeys, tropical birds, and capybaras.
American Village
American Village is a popular tourist spot with has a bit of everything—ocean views, shopping, cafes, quirky photo spots, and the perfect place to catch the sunset. It has a fun, resort-like vibe with an American twist, and it’s super easy to spend a relaxed afternoon or evening just wandering around.
Okinawa World
Okinawa World is a theme park that has a variety of things to do, such as venturing inside a real limestone cave, visiting a snake museum, learning about Ryukyu culture and doing crafts, and more. I definitely want to bring my daughter here next time.
Forest Adventure
For adventurous kids, consider visiting Forest Adventure. Originally from France, this park allows guests to do various outdoor climbing courses in a forest overlooking the ocean or simply play on nets.
Klook Pass Okinawa
You might want to consider purchasing the Klook Pass Okinawa, which will allow you to visit the Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium (Standard Pass) as well as the other aforementioned attractions for a discounted price. It’s a pretty good deal when considering the price and how convenient it is!
When to Visit Okinawa with Kids
The most popular season for families to visit Okinawa is undeniably the summer (July). The weather is fantastic, many beaches are supervised by lifeguards, and pools are open.
However, this means it can be crowded and expensive. Also, keep in mind that since Okinawa is in a tropical region, it can rain occasionally. But we found the rain to be refreshing and were usually in the ocean or pool anyway, so it didn’t matter.
We visited during the second week of July but didn’t find it that crowded, especially compared to Japan’s main island. However, we did find there were many international tourists without kids, the most I have ever seen over my many years of visiting Okinawa.
If you don’t care about marine activities or don’t mind colder water (around 24 °C (75 °F)) or air temperature (16–22 °C), December would be a great time to visit since it’s not peak season. However, many beach facilities and pools are not open during this time. And if you visit from late January to February, you can see Japan’s earliest blooming cherry blossoms, including a unique variety called Kanhizakura.
The times you should want to avoid Okinawa include typhoon season, which is from August to September, as well as May to June, which is the rainy season.
Keep in mind that with climate change, the weather can be unpredictable, so be prepared for rain no matter which season you visit.
FAQ
Here are some commonly asked questions about traveling in Okinawa with kids.
Do you need a car in Okinawa?
A car certainly makes it much easier to travel in Okinawa, especially if you have young children, but I don’t think it’s a must. I’ve visited Okinawa several times with no car, including on my first trip with my daughter.
There is a monorail as well as plenty of buses and taxis.
How much time should I spend in Okinawa?
At a minimum, I recommend staying at least two nights in Okinawa.
When we told my husband’s mother that we were going for a week, she asked what on earth we would do for that long. And as you can see in our article, we did plenty and can’t wait to go back!
Wrap-up: Enjoying an Okinawa Vacation with Kids
As you can see, there are a ton of things to do in Okinawa with kids, and we thoroughly enjoyed our visit. In fact, my daughter missed a day camp at her kindergarten where there was a ninja, but she said she liked Okinawa so much that she didn’t mind!
We can’t wait to go on our next trip, and I hope my article will help you enjoy yours! If you find this information helpful, please don’t hesitate to contact me and let me know, and send this article to a friend, it would make my day!