When are you going to Okinawa?

When are you going to Okinawa?
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"Okinawa" has a mild climate throughout the year. In order to play Okinawa as much as possible, check the basic points such as temperature and beach season in advance. Your best season will be determined according to your travel purpose!

The climate of Okinawa

January-February

During the coldest time, the temperature may drop from 10 ° C to 12 ° C. The strong north wind from the sea will give you a sense of temperature even lower. In late January, Kanhizakura begins to bloom from the northern part of Motojima, and you can enjoy the earliest cherry blossom viewing in Japan. A professional baseball camp is also held in each region.

From March to April

In March, it gets warmer, the climate continues, and it is easy to spend during the day. In the early summer of Okinawa in April, the sea is open in various parts of the prefecture. You need to wear something like a parka or cardigan, as it can still cool down at night.

From May to June

The rainy season is from May to late June, but it is less likely to rain compared to Honshu. Summer is finally coming when the rainy season begins. The hot and humid weather continues, and the sun is growing. During the GW period, there are various entertainments throughout the prefecture.

From July to August

There are many tourists, especially family trips during summer vacations. The sea is clear blue and is suitable for marine sports. Sunscreen is a must-have item because the sun is strong. Sometimes I get hit by squalls. You can also enjoy seasonal Okinawan fruits such as mangoes and pineapple.

From September to October

The heat will continue until September and typhoons will increase, so be careful about weather information. Morning and evening gets chilly, but during the day you can enter the sea until mid-October. Also in September and October, many festivals are held in various places, so be sure to visit.

From November to December

Okinawa has almost no autumn leaves and you can't feel the feeling of autumn, but in November, the sunshine softens and the climate will stabilize. You can use short sleeves during the day until midday. From December, it has become a full-fledged cold, and there are days when a thick jacket is needed.


The temperature precipitation in Okinawa

Okinawa has a lot of squalls even during the rainy season (May to late June). Introducing sightseeing spots and experience menus that can be enjoyed only on rainy days.


When is the swimming season?

From June to October is the best!
The sea opening of Okinawa Island is around early April, but at this time the water temperature is still low and it is chilly to swim, so it is recommended from around June. However, beaches without a manager can enter the water all year round, but it is dangerous, so just look at and relax.
※Check in advance as there are some dangerous creatures in the sea when touching. The sea creature!


When is the typhoon season?

From July to October
Okinawa, which is a typhoon path, has a slight difference depending on the year, but in August there is a lot of approaches than other months. When you enter storm area, tourist facilities and souvenir shops are often closed. Okinawa Meteorological Observatory Official Website


Okinawa Event Calendar

Okinawa is always full of attractions!
Okinawa is called the festival island. There are traditional religious service in hope of rich harvest, fun events born from subtropical land, and annual events of various sizes closely related to daily life. Anyway, there are many events and festivals. Some of the solemn religious service cannot be visited, but most of them can be enjoyed as a whole. The swaying Okinawan festival will surely be a memory of an unforgettable journey!


January _Headquarters Yaedake Cherry Blossom Festival

The earliest cherry blossom festival in Japan, dyed pink color of Ryukyu Kanhi Sakura.

[Date time] Every year from mid-January to early February (planned)
[Venue] Yaetake Sakura no Mori Park
[Contact] Headquarters Festival Executive Committee (Honbu Town Commerce and Tourism Division)


February_Professional Baseball Spring Camp

Teams will gather together in Okinawa in winter! Professional baseball camp

[Event Name] Spring Camp for Professional Baseball
[Date] Every year around February
[Place] Motojima (Naha, Urasoe, Okinawa, Ginowan, Chatan-cho, Nago, Ginoza, Kin-cho, Itoman-shi, etc.), Ishigaki-jima Island


March_Higashimura Azalea Festival

The earliest azalea festival in Japan! About 50,000 azaleas are in full bloom throughout the park

[Date and time] Every year from early March to late March
[Venue] Higashimura Villagers' Forest Azalea Garden


April_I Eshima Lily Festival

Behind the pure white lily carpet, the ocean spreads out and is very beautiful

[Date and time] Every year from mid-April to early May (planned)
[Venue] Lily Field Park, Iemura
[Admission] Free


May_Naha Harley

Harley, a festival that prays for safety in bountiful catch and the sea. Naha Harley is one of the largest in the prefecture and is also available for general experience.

[Date and time] May 3 to May 5
[Venue] Naha Port New Port Wharf
[Admission] Free


June_Eisa folk dance Night

In Okinawa City, the city of Eisa folk dance, you can enjoy Eisa folk dance performances of various youth associations throughout the city from late June to the Old Bon Festival (Obon in old calendar).

[Date and time] Every year from late June to the old tray
[Venue] Koza Music Town Music Plaza and others


July _ Nago Summer Festival

A festival where beer is held in Nago City, the center of the northern part! /

[Event Name] Nago Summer Festival
[Date] Usually in late July
[Place] Nago Fishing Port
[Admission] Free


August _10,000 Eisa folk dance Dance Corps

The road Geneva is the power of Osako! "10,000 people Eisa folk dance Dance Corps" from inside and outside the prefecture fills the international street.

[Date and time]] The first Sunday of August is usually
[Venue] Kokusai Dori
[Visit fee] Free watching


September _ Shurijo Castle Park "Mid-Autumn Feast"

Photos provided: Kokuei Okinawa Memorial Park Shuri Castle Park

There are many gorgeous classical performing arts, and the night of a famous moon.

[Date] September (around August 15 in old calendar)
[Place] In front of Shuri Castle Main Hall
[Viewing fee] free


October_Naha Ozuna Grinding Festival

Guinness certified, the world's best rope is a masterpiece! There are lots of fun events.

[The date and time] Every year around "Sports Day"
[Venue] Kokusai Dori, National Highway No. 58 Kumoji Intersection, Ounoyama Park
[Admission] Free


November_Remote Island Fair

Rediscover the charm of remote islands with special products!

[Date] Every year November
[Venue] Okinawa Cellular Park Naha (Ounoyama Park, Naha City) ※Planned
[Admission] Free


December_NAHA Marathon

Cheering alone is fun! Celebration like a festival

[Date and time] The first Sunday of December
[Venue] Start: Ounoyama Park, Goal: Ouyama Athletics Stadium
※Five municipalities in the southern part of Naha City, Haebaru-cho, Yaese-cho, Itoman-shi and Tomigusuku-shi centered on Peace Memorial Park


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