Guidebook for Haebaru
Sightseeing
Shurijo Castle
1 Chome-2 ShurikinjochoHistoric
UNESCO World Heritage site.
http://www.nakagusuku-jo.jp/en
50 locals recommend
Nakagusuku Castle Ruins
503 ŌgusukuUNESCO World Heritage site.
http://www.nakagusuku-jo.jp/en
Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium
424 IshikawaOn the top 10 list of places to see here.
Memorial for the 200K lives lost in the 82-day-long battle (1 Apr - 22 Jun 1945).
33 locals recommend
Okinawa Prefectural Peace Memorial Museum
614-1 MabuniMemorial for the 200K lives lost in the 82-day-long battle (1 Apr - 22 Jun 1945).
One of the most poignant reminders of Okinawa's bloody WWII history is in the underground tunnels that became the HQ for the Japanese naval officers and soldiers.
12 locals recommend
Former Japanese Navy Underground Headquarters
236 TomigusukuOne of the most poignant reminders of Okinawa's bloody WWII history is in the underground tunnels that became the HQ for the Japanese naval officers and soldiers.
Aka Island
Another neat place but Zamami is the best of the bunch.
Okinawa World
Maekawa-1336 Tamagusuku5000meter long cave that was formed ~300,000 years ago.
Cape Manzamo
OnnaNice view.
U.S. journalist Ernie Pyle died there during the Battle of Okinawa in World War II.
7 locals recommend
Ie Island
U.S. journalist Ernie Pyle died there during the Battle of Okinawa in World War II.
Kudaka is a small island with a circumference of 8 km located five km east of the Chinen Peninsula in Nanjo City. This island is said to be the first island created by Amamikiyo, the creator goddess of the Ryukyus, when she descended from the heavens. Kudaka Island, known as the island of the gods, is considered one of the holiest places in Okinawa (15 minutes by high-speed ferry from the main island of Okinawa) which makes the island a great destination for a day trip. The island is small enough to explore by bicycle. There are a lot of beautiful beaches scattered around Kudaka Island, and the traditional Okinawan houses with red tile roofs and stone walls dotting the village area add to the island’s unique atmosphere. Bear in mind that the island has a number of sacred spots that are strictly off-limits to outsiders.
Kudaka Chinen
Kudaka is a small island with a circumference of 8 km located five km east of the Chinen Peninsula in Nanjo City. This island is said to be the first island created by Amamikiyo, the creator goddess of the Ryukyus, when she descended from the heavens. Kudaka Island, known as the island of the gods, is considered one of the holiest places in Okinawa (15 minutes by high-speed ferry from the main island of Okinawa) which makes the island a great destination for a day trip. The island is small enough to explore by bicycle. There are a lot of beautiful beaches scattered around Kudaka Island, and the traditional Okinawan houses with red tile roofs and stone walls dotting the village area add to the island’s unique atmosphere. Bear in mind that the island has a number of sacred spots that are strictly off-limits to outsiders.
Cape Zampa
Nice ocean views and cliffs!
Drinks & Nightlife
Skymax60
15-69 MihamaPopular hang out spot.
Parks & Nature
Zamami
Beautiful beaches with sea turtles. Camping available.
Tokashiki
Nice getaway.
Cape Hedo
HedoNice views.
Ikei Island
Nice beaches.
Shikinaen Royal Garden was the second residence for the royal families. It was built to entertain envoys of the Chinese Emperors, in 1799. Between 15 – 16th century, Ryukyu Kingdom was flourished as an intermediate trade area to connect between China, Japan, Korea and Southeast Asian countries since Ryukyu Kingdom was located between these countries.
30 locals recommend
Shikinaen Garden
421-7 MaajiShikinaen Royal Garden was the second residence for the royal families. It was built to entertain envoys of the Chinese Emperors, in 1799. Between 15 – 16th century, Ryukyu Kingdom was flourished as an intermediate trade area to connect between China, Japan, Korea and Southeast Asian countries since Ryukyu Kingdom was located between these countries.
KiraKira Beach is a nice beach and a 20-30 minute bike ride from house.
14 locals recommend
Nishihara Kirakira Beach
15-1 AgarizakiKiraKira Beach is a nice beach and a 20-30 minute bike ride from house.
Manko Waterbird & Wetland Center 英語版 案内
***FREE ADMISSION***
http://www.manko-mizudori.net/english/
0900-1700, Closed Monday (except National Holidays)
Manko Park is an important stopover and wintering site for shorebirds, and a home to thousands of benthos and fish. Black-faced Spoonbill, an endangered species, visits Manko in winter.
Manko Waterbird and Wetland Center
982 TomigusukuManko Waterbird & Wetland Center 英語版 案内
***FREE ADMISSION***
http://www.manko-mizudori.net/english/
0900-1700, Closed Monday (except National Holidays)
Manko Park is an important stopover and wintering site for shorebirds, and a home to thousands of benthos and fish. Black-faced Spoonbill, an endangered species, visits Manko in winter.
Chura Sun Beach
5-1 ToyosakiMan-made beach with lots of water activities.
Getting Around
Shuri Station
Closest monorail station to house.
Naha Airport
150 KagamizuWhere you'll fly into.
Shopping
International Street with trinkets, souvenirs., restaurants and bars.
111 locals recommend
Naha Kokusai Dori Shopping Street
3-chōme-2-10 MakishiInternational Street with trinkets, souvenirs., restaurants and bars.
Food Scene
海味 しろの 国際通屋台村
International Street with trinkets & souvenirs.
Cafe Curcuma
Chinen-1190 ChinenGreat Thai food & even better ocean views!
Arts & Culture
Ryukyu Mura is a recreation of a traditional village in the Ryukyu Islands (Okinawa was one of the Ryukyu Islands before it became part of the Japanese chain).
247 locals recommend
Ryukyu Mura
1130 YamadaRyukyu Mura is a recreation of a traditional village in the Ryukyu Islands (Okinawa was one of the Ryukyu Islands before it became part of the Japanese chain).