Okinawa bus trip! Let's enjoy Okinawa with a good place~North Okinawa edition~

Okinawa bus trip! Let's enjoy Okinawa with a good place~North Okinawa edition~
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The northern part of Motojima is a place where you should definitely go when you visit Okinawa. Although many people travel from Naha by rental car, it is a place to avoid driving for those who do not usually drive much or who want to enjoy local sake, it is a place to avoid driving. This time, we will introduce a course that goes around by bus from Naha to the northern part recommended for those who want to enjoy Okinawa's classic spots at a great deal.

【AM8:30】 Departure from the Prefectural Office North Exit (Kokusai Street Entrance)

At the "Prefectural Office North Exit", various buses come and go, but anyone should be able to see the bright red color of the Okinawa Airport Shuttle. Please enjoy the scenery of Okinawa slowly on your trip.

★Bus ride guide★

[Vehicle Name] Okinawa Airport Shuttle

[Bus Stop Guide] 8:30 "Prefectural Office North Exit (Kokusai Dori Entrance)" ~ 10:24 "Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium (in front of Memorial Park)"

[Budget] 2,000 yen

[Travel Time] About 2 hours ※You can also take the "Express Bus 117 (direct to Churaumi)" departing at 8:21. (The travel time is about 2 hours and 10 minutes, the fare is 2,900 yen.)

 

★Movement guidance★

When you arrive at the Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium (in front of Memorial Park), take a 10-minute walk to the Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium.

【AM10:35】 Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium (stay is 1 hour and 30 minutes)

Photographs provided: Okinawa Memorial Park (Ocean Expo Park) ・ Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium

The real pleasure of sightseeing in Okinawa is "Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium". Take a closer look at the world of Okinawa's sea, from rare creatures, colorful fish, and beautiful corals. And the highlight of this facility is "Kuroshio Sea". Keep an eye on the appearance of whale sharks swimming gracefully. There is no doubt that adults will return to their childhood!

★Travel time★

It is only a 10-minute walk from "Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium" to "Bise Fukugi Namiki". We will leave the aquarium at 12:00 and move.

【PM00:10】 Bise Fukugi Namiki-dori St.

Within walking distance from Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium. "Bise's Fukugi Namiki-dori St.", where the traditional old-fashioned Okinawa scenery remains. It is also recommended to use a rental bike to take a walk along the tree-lined path while enjoying fresh air. Let's take a break in the sunbeams.

★Recommended points★

Cycling 60 minutes course

Rental Cycle Normal bikes: 500 yen, children's bicycle: 300 yen, electric assist: 1,000 yen

[Lunch Time] cafe CAHAYA BULAN (CHAYA Bran)

After enjoying the delicious air, lunch time at "Chahaya Blanc". While feeling the sea and nature, you can enjoy the specialty lunch menu that the owner boasts. Please spend a luxurious time in Okinawa.

★Bus ride guide★

※The bus is a 5-minute walk to "Hotel Olion Motoburi Resort & Spa".
[Vehicle Name] Yanbaru Express Bus
[Bus Stop Guide] 14:13 "Hotel Olion Motobrizo Resort & Spa" ~ 14:58 "Kouri Island Product Center"
[Budget] Headquarters and Nakijin Free Ticket 1-day ticket 1000 yen
[Travel Time] Approx. 45 minutes

 

【PM3:30】 Kouri Island (staying is about 1 hour)

It takes about 45 minutes from the "Hotel Olion Motoburiso Resort & Spa" bus stop. Kori Beach, located at the entrance of a small island about 8 km circumference, is a highly transparent sea with white sandy beaches. It's a shallow beach so it's perfect for swimming.

Kouri Island is also famous as the "Quijima (Koi no Shima)" where the Okinawa version of Adam and Eve legend remain. In particular, Teine Beach, located on the north side of the island, is a nationwide commercial shot in front of a heart-shaped rock called Heart Rock.

"Kouri Ocean Tower" is an attractive observatory tower overlooking the beautiful sea and islands of Kori Blue. Please enjoy the panoramic view of Kouri Island, which is said to be a power spot throughout the island, from a height of 82m above sea level.

★Bus ride guide★

[Vehicle Name] "Yanbaru Express Bus (Yoshima Line)"-[Transfer 1] "Okinawa Bus No. 65"-[Transfer 2] "Okinawa Bus 77"
[Bus Stop Guide] 16:30 "Kourishima Bussan Center"-16:44 "Nakasone (for headquarters)" [Transfer 1] 17:12 "Nakasone (for Nago)"-17:47 "Nago Bus Terminal" [Transfer 2] 18:00 "Nago Bus Terminal"-18:11 "Setomikei".
[Budget] 850 yen (For the section from Kourishima to Nakasone, use the "Yanbaru Express Bus (Yoshima Line)" one-day ticket)
[Travel Time] About 1 hour and 41 minutes

 

★Movement guidance★

※"Yofuke," From the bus stop, it is a 5-minute walk from the bus stop to "Nagokyoku Restaurant".
("Onaka" It's about a 30-minute walk from the bus stop.

【PM18:20】 Nago music restaurant (staying is about 1 hour and 30 minutes)

When I arrived at Nago city after leaving the superb view of Kouri Island, it's time to get hungry. At the dinner time, we went to the Nago Music Restaurant, which is popular for having more than 200 kinds of menus, including Okinawan set meals, steaks, and regional cuisine using rare ingredients. Let's taste the dishes with plenty of local feeling in a popular restaurant in the local area!

★Movement guidance★

※Take a 5-minute walk from Nago Music Restaurant to the Yofuke bus stop and get on the bus.

★Bus ride guide★

[Vehicle Name] Naha Bus/Ryukyu Bus No. 111 Express Bus bound for Naha Airport International Terminal
[Bus Stop Guide] 19:29 "Setomikei"-20:59 "Asahi Bridge / Naha Bus Terminal"
[Budget] 2060 yen
[Travel Time] About 1 hour and 30 minutes

【PM9:00】 Naha Bus Terminal

About an hour and a half to be shaken by bus from Nago. While nap, I arrived at Naha Bus Terminal, I arrived at the starting point.


How was the bus trip in northern Okinawa Island full of highlights? It's good to go around the destination efficiently by rental car, but if you take a bus, you can get off at the spot you care about! You can taste locally brewed sake and beer! You will surely be able to discover the charm of Okinawa in your liking journey. If you want to go around at a higher price, check out the "Route Bus Tour Pass", which you can ride on a local bus for 3 days! Please enjoy the bus trip in Okinawa.

Post: May 31, 2019 (Updated: July 2023)


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