Okinawa Travel Guide: Beaches, Diving, and Island-Hopping
How I do Okinawa: mix Naha food nights with resort coast days and ferry hops to quieter islands.
Bases
- Naha: Kokusai-dori food, easy ferries
- Onna/Resort Coast: Best beaches/resorts
- Chatan: Boardwalk sunsets, family-friendly
Things to Do
- Snorkel/dive (Kerama Islands), Cape Manzamo views
- Shurijo Castle, Peace Memorial Park
- Island-hop: Tokashiki/Zamami ferries from Naha
Tips
- Rent a car for Onna/Chatan; buses are slow
- Book ferries early in peak season
- Typhoon season: check weather, buy flexible tickets