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[Okinawa Driving Course] A luxurious trip to fully enjoy Okinawa's ocean!
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Reminiscing about the ancient Ryukyu Islands at the Nakagusuku Castle ruins, a World Heritage Site, head out to the Pacific coast and head to the Sea Station. After taking a break at the Bread Cafe, head to Hamahiga Island, where the legend of the descent of the gods that founded the Ryukyu Islands remains, and head to Ikei Island. This is a driving course where you can enjoy the Okinawan sea.
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Distance: Approximately 70 km one way, Travel time: Approximately 1 hour 50 minutes one way
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Running through the Mid-Sea Road - Running along the sea road while enjoying the scenery of the Pacific Ocean -
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Reminiscing about the ancient Ryukyu Islands at the Nakagusuku Castle ruins, a World Heritage Site, head out to the Pacific coast and head to the Sea Station. After taking a break at the Bread Cafe, head to Hamahiga Island, where the legend of the descent of the gods that founded the Ryukyu Islands remains, and head to Ikei Island. This is a driving course where you can enjoy the Okinawan sea.
Driving course departing from Naha Airport
1
Naha Airport
Naha Airport is easily accessible from the center of Naha city, about 10 minutes by monorail or car.
The rental car information center is located at the arrivals gate on the first floor of the airport, and there are many other locations within a 10-minute drive. The system is to take the shuttle bus of each rental car company waiting in the airport arrivals lobby to the office, complete the procedure, and then rent a car.
Route to the next spot: National Route 331, Prefectural Route 231, Naha Airport Expressway, Naha Airport Expressway (Haebaru Road), Okinawa Expressway, Prefectural Route 146 Distance: Approximately 31.4 km Time required: Approximately 41 minutes
2
Nakagusuku Castle Ruins
This castle is said to have been built in the first half of the 15th century and is also registered as a World Heritage Site.
Today, only the castle walls remain, and they are made up of beautiful curves that cleverly take advantage of the shape of the rocks and the terrain.
Not only are the castle walls impressive, but the view of the Pacific Ocean from inside the castle is also fantastic.
Route to the next spot: Prefectural Route 146, Prefectural Route 227, Awase Bay Street, Prefectural Route 33, Prefectural Route 37, Underwater Road, Prefectural Route 10 Distance: Approximately 20 km Time required: Approximately 35 minutes
3
海の駅 あやはし館
There is a shop selling Uruma City's specialty products, a buffet restaurant, and fully equipped BBQ facilities.
At the restaurant, you can enjoy a leisurely meal while looking out at the blue sea and sky.
Route to the next spot: Mid-sea road, Prefectural Route 10 Distance: Approximately 3 km Time required: Approximately 8 minutes
4
Bronjelly Cafe Yamashita
The ingredients are mainly made using local products, and there are many allergy-friendly products, such as bread that does not contain eggs, milk, or butter.
From the terrace seats you can see Hamahiga Island and Hamahiga Bridge.
Route to the next spot: Prefectural Route 10, Prefectural Route 238 Distance: Approximately 3 km Time required: Approximately 8 minutes
5
Hamahiga Island
A bridge was built to the island in 1997, which is relatively recent, so the island still retains a strong remote island feel from the past.
The village in particular retains Okinawa's traditional scenery, making it a pleasant place to stroll around.
Route to the next spot: Prefectural Route 238, Prefectural Route 10 Distance: Approximately 12 km Time required: Approximately 25 minutes
6
Ikei Bridge
The contrast between the blue sky, white clouds, emerald green sea, the green of Ikei Island spreading out in the distance, and the red bridge that stands out among them is captivating.
This is a photo spot where you can enjoy capturing images from a variety of angles and cropping.
Route to the next spot: Prefectural Route 10 Distance: Approximately 0.5 km Time required: Approximately 1 minute
7
Ikei beach
Ikei Island has a long-standing paid beach where you can easily enjoy swimming and marine sports.
The beach is well-known for its beautiful sea, and the facilities are well-maintained, making it a safe place to bring children.
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"Tabirai" is managed by Pam, a group specializing in Japanese tours and travel.Tabirai is a Japan tour and travel booking site established in 2003. As of now, at least 13 million users visit the site annually and at least 400,000 bookings are made every year.
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