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Shikina Shrine | One of the eight Ryukyuan shrines, with its cave, charms and parking

A guide to Shikina Shrine in Hantagawa, Naha. One of the eight Ryukyuan shrines, with a founding story rooted in a king's prayer, the cave the shrine grew from, and deities carrying on the Kumano faith.

2026.08.27

Okinawa Castles & Ruins

Nago Castle Ruins (Nagogusuku Park) | Cherry blossoms, highlights and parking

A guide to the Nago Castle Ruins, also known as Nagogusuku Park, in Nago in northern Okinawa. Once the seat of the Nago Aji, the site is now known for the kanhizakura cherry blossoms that earned it a place among Japan's 100 best cherry blossom spots.

2026.08.26

Okinawa Castles & Ruins

Tida Yui no Hama | A beach near PARCO CITY, with parking and what’s nearby

A guide to Tida Yui no Hama in Urasoe, southern Okinawa. Shallow water stretching well out and a small strip of sand define it, and there is almost never anyone here. Worth a look while visiting Urasoe West Coast PARCO CITY.

2026.08.26

Urasoe Beaches

Satohama Beach (Kaamiijii) | A quiet, clear-water beach in Urasoe, with access and parking

A guide to Satohama Beach, known locally as Kaamiijii, in Urasoe in southern Okinawa. Exceptionally clear water is the draw, and it remains a quiet spot most visitors have yet to find. About 25 minutes by car from Naha Airport.

2026.08.26

Urasoe Beaches

Urasoe Castle Ruins | Highlights, how long to allow, and parking

A guide to the Urasoe Castle Ruins in southern Okinawa. Once the centre of the Ryukyu Kingdom, the site still holds the royal tomb Urasoe Yodore and its handsome stone walls.

2026.08.26

Okinawa Castles & Ruins

Iso Castle Ruins | Birthplace of King Eiso in Urasoe, with highlights and parking

A guide to the Iso Castle Ruins in Urasoe, southern Okinawa. This is where King Eiso of Chuzan was born, and the stone walls and the quiet Iso Shrine still carry the atmosphere of old Ryukyu.

2026.08.26

Okinawa Castles & Ruins

Futenma-gu Shrine | A Mystical Site with a Limestone Cave — Parking and What’s Nearby

A guide to Futenma-gu in Ginowan City, central Okinawa. One of the Ryukyu Hachisha shrines, with a vast limestone cave on the grounds. History, legends, highlights and parking explained.

2026.08.25

Okinawa Castles & Historic Sites

XG Pilgrimage! The “NEW DANCE” MV Was Filmed in Okinawa — Here Are the Exact Locations

XG's hit "NEW DANCE" was filmed in Okinawa. Here are all seven filming locations — Ginowan Fishing Port, Naminoue Ryokuchi, Kencho-mae Station, American Village and more — with maps for ALPHAZ.

2026.08.25

Okinawa Beaches

Sango Batake (Coral Farm) | The Beautiful Little Beach Next Door

A guide to the small beach beside Sango Batake (Coral Farm) in Yomitan Village, central Okinawa. Clear water and lovely sand, with Nirai Beach within walking distance.

2026.08.23

Yomitan Beaches

Yubanta Beach | A Beach in a Quiet Residential Corner of Yomitan Village

A guide to Yubanta Beach in Yomitan Village, central Okinawa. Soft sand, clear water and a park next door make this a gathering place for local families rather than tourists.

2026.08.23

Yomitan Beaches