[2025 Zamami ] Travel Guide for Kerama Islands (Updated Jun)

#cityplaybook #localguides Okinawa, Japan’s southernmost prefecture, is a stunning island chain known for its crystal-clear waters, white sand beaches, and a culture distinctly different from mainland Japan. This subtropical paradise blends natural beauty with a rich historical tapestry, offering travelers an experience that’s both relaxing and enriching. Surrounded by the turquoise waters of the East China Sea, Okinawa is a haven for beach lovers and marine enthusiasts. The islands are famous for diving and snorkeling, especially around the coral reefs of the Kerama Islands and the colorful fish of the Blue Cave in Cape Maeda. Okinawa’s beaches—like Emerald Beach, Zanpa, and Manza—are perfect for sunbathing or enjoying water sports. But Okinawa is more than just beaches. It was once the independent Ryukyu Kingdom, and its heritage still echoes in its unique music, dance, and cuisine. Shurijo Castle in Naha, though partially reconstructed, stands as a testament to the island's regal past. You can explore traditional Ryukyuan villages like Ryukyu Mura or attend Eisa dance festivals to immerse yourself in the island’s identity. The food scene in Okinawa is also a highlight, featuring dishes like Okinawa soba, goya champuru (stir-fried bitter melon), and the beloved purple sweet potato. The laid-back lifestyle, friendly locals, and slower pace make Okinawa feel like a world apart from Japan’s bustling cities. Whether you're drawn by adventure, cultural discovery, or pure relaxation, Okinawa delivers an unforgettable island escape. #OkinawaJapan #IslandParadise #RyukyuCulture #JapanBeaches #OkinawaSoba #SnorkelingJapan #ShurijoCastle #BlueCaveOkinawa #KeramaIslands #TropicalJapan

OLrorocamerarara is a remote island enthusiast and ocean lover 🌈 ＼Kerama Skin Diving／ ⁡This time we were taken care of by Marine Factory Okinawa marinefactory_okinawa 🛥 The deciding factor was... ・You can do skin diving (not snorkeling, but skin diving) I wanted to do that! ) ・They'll go to Chibishi even in the afternoon of the day you arrive in Naha ・If you take the skin diving course, the course fee includes the photo shoot ・You can go without a rental car and depart from Naha (meeting place) They fulfilled all of my wishes✨ ⁡There seem to be several meeting places depending on the situation on the day💡 This time, we departed with a total of four groups, including three groups for trial diving and me🛥 You can get the photos they took later💡 ＼Tour fee／ I rented additional long fins, so the course fee was 5,000 yen + fin rental 2,000 yen + boarding fee 5,500 yen = 12,500 I paid in cash after the tour💡 The fee system is a bit complicated, so it might be safer to check beforehand☺️ (Reservation message) I was relieved that they sent me the details in advance via email! ) At first, I was scared of the cold, so I put on a 5mm wetsuit + weights, but I was impressed by how easy it was to dive after taking them off🤣✨ I should have taken them off sooner🥹lol I was advised that "If you can swim without thinking about anything, you can dive longer," and even though I thought I understood, when they told me again, it somehow changed my senses and made it easier to swim🐠 Starfish, clownfish, devilfish?! Damselfish, and schools of squid... As I dived a lot in the sparkling sea, I gradually became more relaxed, and the feeling of diving while leisurely watching the fish underwater was really good~🥹💕 I'm glad I was able to share that feeling! ! ! ! ˗˗˗˗˗˗˗˗˗˗˗˗˗˗˗˗˗˗˗˗˗˗˗˗˗˗˗˗˗˗˗˗˗˗˗˗˗˗˗˗˗ ⁡ 📍 #Nagannu Island / #Okinawa 🗾 Kerama Islands, Shimajiri District, Okinawa Prefecture 🛥 About 40 minutes from Naha 🎥 marinefactory_okinawa 🏷 Other posts about the Kerama Islands are summarized with this tag ▶︎ #rorotrip_kerama 🌈 ⁡ ⁡ ˗˗˗˗˗˗˗˗˗˗˗˗˗˗˗˗˗˗˗˗˗˗˗˗˗˗˗˗˗˗˗˗˗˗˗˗˗˗˗˗˗˗˗˗ ⁡ Office worker who loves the sea and remote islands🐠🌈 Living in Fukuoka, I often visit places rich in nature and delicious food🙋♀️ ⁡ ▶︎Vivid The sea ▶︎Experiences that can only be had here × Accommodation ▶︎Delicious local food ▶︎Heartwarming experiences I love traveling to add color to my daily life𓇼𓈒𓂂 ⁡ Save it so you can look back on it any time💡 Feel free to comment and like🌈 I'm so happy~🕊💕 ⁡ ⁡ ー-- ...

Okinawa Kerama Islands Snorkeling Tour Sea Turtle Since there are no people, the underwater visibility is wide and bright. You can see various tropical fish, white coral reefs, and sea turtles. Diving, snorkeling, skin scuba diving, and activities are available. We used the half-day course, and the pick-up at the accommodation was at 8:00, and the drop-off was at 1:00. #OkinawaTravel #OkinawaSnorkeling #Snorkeling #SnorkelingSpot #SnorkelingTour #KeramaIslands #SeaTurtle #OkinawaBeach #OkinawaSea

Snorkeling experience at Nagannu Island in the Kerama Islands, about 30 minutes by boat from Mie Port in Naha, Okinawa. I made the reservation through a marine sports shop called Sea World! They are very polite and even beginners can use this shop with confidence. I was lucky enough to see some sea turtles and it was a very satisfying experience. The sea is beautiful in a way that you can't see on the main island of Okinawa 🤍#Okinawa #KeramaIslands 📍Location: Nagannu Island (about 30-40 minutes by boat from Mie Port in Naha)