9 Traditional The Tamaudun Royal Mausoleum Michael Flemming Built in 1501 by King Sho Shin as a new resting place for his father King Sho En, Tamaudun is the Royal Mausoleum of the Second..
12 Culture Ishigaki Island's Psychedelic Shisa Bronwyn O'Neill The traditional lion-dogs of Okinawa get a rainbow makeover
6 Museums Wonder Museum Michael Flemming The Okinawa Zoo is a wide open nature park of multiple fun zones including its three story Wonder Museum full of pint size exhibits..
Culture Okinawa Bingata Class Bonson Lam What is art? What is creation, or creativity? Overflowing with love and beauty, the people of Okinawa expressed their joy in the..
12 Culture Yomitan Pottery Village in Okinawa Chris Barnes Okinawa is known for its Tsuboya pottery, Yomitan Pottery Village is home to 45 artisans who create their masterpieces here.
Culture Yambaru Art Festival 2026 Mid Jan - Late Feb The Yambaru Art Festival is scheduled from mid December until mid January and the multi-venue event will showcase a wide variety..
16 Historical Katsuren Castle Ruins Michael Flemming Katsuren Castle Ruins in Uruma City is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Point of control of Katsuren Peninsula and surroundings until..
10 Gardens & Parks Ie-jima Hibiscus Garden Peter Sidell Near the eastern end of "Island of Flowers" Ie-jima in Japan's Okinawa island chain, the Hibiscus Garden is a peaceful place..