Okinawa - 4 recommended events in April

Okinawa - 4 recommended events in April
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When you can feel the warm spring air on the mainland, Okinawa is already the entrance to summer. In April, there are many events that signal the arrival of summer, and you can feel the first summer in Japan. Therefore, this time, I would like to introduce four recommended events from the events held in Okinawa in April. Please refer to it when planning a sightseeing schedule!

Summer begins here! Ryukyu Sea Flame Festival 2025

Photo provided: Ryukyu Sea Flame Festival Executive Committee Photo / Kiyomi Kaneko

The first thing I would like to introduce is the Ryukyu Sea Flame Festival, one of Japan's largest fireworks events. 10,000 fireworks launched against the backdrop of the sea will brilliantly color the night sky.

The appeal of the Ryukyu Sea Flame Festival is based on the theme of "The First Summer Fireworks in Japan", where you can feel the "summer" earlier than anywhere in Japan! The event is the 22nd this year, and it is an event that is familiar to Okinawans, and at the same time many tourists from outside the prefecture also participate.
Not only is it held early, but also the dynamics of fireworks is one of the reasons why the Ryukyu Sea Flame Festival attracts many people. With a volume of about one hour from the start at 19:00, fireworks created by world-class designers bloom in the night sky.
In addition, the feature of the Ryukyu Sea Flame Festival is that it is produced according to the music. Using a computer to control the launch timing with a surprise accuracy of 1/30 seconds, it realizes a precise and dynamic fireworks illusion.
In addition, in order to enjoy the fireworks of the Ryukyu Sea Flame Festival, in addition to admission tickets, if you want to sit on a chair and see it, you need to purchase a reserved seat ticket for each type of seat.
You can also use a toll parking lot when accessing Ginowan Seaside Park, but you can also take a shuttle bus that runs from Yui Rail Omoromachi Station. Please visit the official website for detailed rates and meeting places in shuttle bus.

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[Event name] Ryukyu Sea Flame Festival 2025
Date and time of the event April Saturday, April 19, 2025 opens at 15:30 and starts at 19:00 (planned)
[Place] Ginowan Seaside Park (Ginowan Tropical Beach)
[Ticket] Please check the official website.


Okinawa International Festival 2025

[Contents] Red carpets, invited movie screenings, talk shows, short videos, 41 municipal PR video awards, Oakshonia schools, music festivals, etc.

※Sunday, April 6 11:00-A "Red Carpet" will be held on Kokusai Street.
The cast and director of the invited movie works and special guests who color this event will gather together, so please look forward to it!

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[Event name] The Okinawa International Festival, Okinawa
Date and time of the event April 5 (Sat)-6 (Sun), 2025
[Location] Naha City (Kokusai Dori, Naha Cultural Arts Theater Naha, Tenbusu Naha), Tomigusuku City (Toyosaki Seaside Park Chura SUN Beach)


I'm fascinated by the mysterious beauty! The 28th Ieshima Yuri Festival

Photo provided: Ieshima Tourism Association

It is said that Teppo Yuri, a flower of Ie Village, blooms about 1 million flowers every year. In addition, not only Teppo lilies but also lilies around the world can be enjoyed, and about 90 varieties of lilies are in full bloom. In addition to the pure white lily flowers that spread all over, there is also a "Yuri of the World" corner where pink and orange flowers bloom, so you may forget your time as you look around.
I'm heading to Ieshima by ferry from Motobu Port. The number of flights is increased during the Yuri Festival, and shuttle bus also runs from Ie Port to the festival venue, making it easier to match your sightseeing schedule. You can carry a car, but you need to make a reservation in advance, so don't forget if you plan to visit by rental car.
There are plenty of other attractions in Ieshima. In addition to lilies, if you go to the Ieshima hibiscus Garden, you will be greeted by more than 1,000 varieties of hibiscus. In addition, Ie Beach, GI Beach, and Shiroyama, which has a spectacular view of the island, are also recommended spots.

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[Event name] The 28th Ieshima Yuri Festival
Date and time of the event April 26, 2025 (Sat)-May 5 (Mon./holiday)
[Place] Lily Field Park, Ie Village
[Admission fee] Free of charge
Contact Iemura Commerce and Tourism Division Telephone: 0980-49-2906


The children are also very excited! The sea opens in various places!

Photo provided: Azama Sunsun Beach

The opening of the sea is one of the events where you can feel the arrival of summer. The opening of the sea in southern and Okinawa is faster than on the mainland, and many beaches open the sea to the public from March to April.
Usually, at the Sea Opening Festival, you can swim for the first time and enjoy other programs after praying for safety!
"Emerald Beach" in Marine Expo Park, "Onna Seaside Park Navi Beach" in Onna Village, "Chatan Park Sunset Beach" in Chatan Town, etc. will hold sea opening events. In addition to these beaches, there are many beaches that open the sea in April, so be sure to enjoy the pleasant opening of Okinawa according to your sightseeing schedule.

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[Event name] 2025 Sea Opening Information in Okinawa
[Period] From mid-March to April 2025
[Place] Each beach in Okinawa Prefecture


Enjoy the summer in a mild climate

How was it? Summer events such as fireworks, sea bathing, and summer flowers, can also be enjoyed in April in Okinawa. If you're planning a trip to Okinawa in April, why not incorporate these events into a part of your sightseeing?
I hope that sightseeing in Okinawa will be a wonderful memory.

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