Recommended for girls to travel alone! A relaxing and healing trip that you can enjoy the first time in Okinawa

"Ryukyu Onsen Ryujin no Yu" located on Senaga Island in 15 minutes by car from Naha Airport, natural hot spring springs out of 1,000 meters underground. The ingredients have the effect of warming the body from the core and are also referred to as "Koho no Yu". Because it is close to Naha city, you can drop in before and after flights or between sightseeing.

Kudaka Island is about 30 minutes by ferry from Azama Port in the southern part of Okinawa Island. It is a sacred place of Ryukyu, which is said to have begun the goddess Ama Mikiyo, who created Ryukyu, has descended from heaven and has begun nation-building. Even now, Shinto rituals are held, and there are some areas in Shimauchi, but I want to follow the rules and enjoy the mysterious island.

The best sacred place on Okinawa Island is "Sefu Utaki". The quiet space is hilly, and you can worship Kudaka Island, known as the island of God. Mitake is a place where prayers have been held since ancient times. When you calm down and go around, you will naturally feel gratitude.

※At present, Sangui altar is closed to protect the sanctuary. You can't get through Iwama.

If you want to enjoy healing and adventure at once, be sure to go to Gangara Valley! About 30 minutes southeast by car from Naha. In the valley formed by the collapse of the limestone cave over a long period of time, and the forest rich in nature spreads out in the valley formed by the collapse of the limestone cave over a long period of time with a guide doubles.

Shuri Castle, a classic Okinawa sightseeing spot, is a spot that you want to visit alone and take a closer look. In October 2019, Shuri Castle Main Shrine was destroyed by fire, but now the restoration site and process of the main shrine, which is scheduled to be completed in 2026, are open to the public. The East Azana, observation deck, is also a superb view of Naha and the Kerama Islands. If the timing is right, you can also participate in seasonal events.

When you enter Sgegu (muscle road) from Kokusai Dori, you can get to Tsuboya Yachimmun Street. "Yachimun" is a pottery in the Okinawa dialect, and it was the beginning of Tsuboya ware that more than 300 years ago, potters from various places were collected in Tsuboya. You can meet a variety of works, from traditional designs to modern cute works.

There are superb view cafes in the southern part. In particular, Senaga Island and Nanjo City are dotted with new cafes and popular cafés. You can enjoy meals, sweets, and drinks using Okinawan ingredients in nature, such as the "Umi Cafe" overlooking the sea with various expressions in the time of day, and the Forest Cafe surrounded by subtropical plants.

Opened on Kokusai Street in Naha City in 2015, Kokusai Dori Yatai Village, is a popular spot with locals and tourists daily. There are 20 stores, including Japanese, Western, and multinational izakayas. There is a stage in the center of the hall, and if the timing is right, you can appreciate Okinawan music and dance.

Post: May 2019 (updatedated July 2023)