# The vast water channel “Kuroshio Sea” # In 7,500 cubic meters of water, three whale sharks over 8 meters long swim above your head in a breath-taking spectacle. Every day at 3:00 and 5:00 PM, there are feeding shows with explanations and comments. You can see how the whale sharks feed vertically, which definitely shouldn’t be missed.

# Drink coffee in an aquarium# There’s a “Sea Blue Cafe” near the vast water channel, where you can enjoy pasta, pitas, rice tortillas, cakes, sweet potato ice cream, and watch fish in the “Kuroshio Sea”.

# Look down over a magnificent view with thundering waves # Come to Cape Manzamo and you’ll not only enjoy the sea and the sky, but also look down on coral reefs and spectacular waves under the cliffs.

# A vast lawn able to accommodate ten thousand people”# “Manza” means “ten thousand people sit down”, and “mo” in the Okinawan dialect means grassland and open space. Hence, the term “Manzamo” refers to a vast lawn able to accommodate ten thousand people. Don’t hesitate to sit for a while to experience the large lawn for yourself.

# Natural blue and green grottoes # A unique dotted scenery created by sunlight refraction. Only two places in the world have blue caves, one being in Italy and the other in Okinawa.

# Okinawa’s top scuba diving site # You can sign up for snorkeling or scuba diving activities in the dive shops on Okinawa Main Island. The quoted price for scuba diving experiences starts from 10,000 yen. Come and dive in the mysterious blue water!

# Take the Ferris Wheel for a panoramic view of American Village# The landmark building in American Village is its Ferris Wheel with a diameter of 50 meters from which you can view scenes of the entire village. If you come, you should definitely hop on to take some photos.

# Go shopping!#The American Village was originally a US military base in Japan, but was later built into a large American-style shopping mall. The cosmeceuticals here are very reasonably priced and worth purchasing.

# Experience Okinawan traditional handicrafts# The village preserves well-known traditional buildings from the Ryukyu Islands. The Ryukyu dwellings inside are open to the public, where tourists can experience making handicrafts, fermenting wine, and playing Ryukyu musical instruments. Some locals will even sing Ryukyu folk songs and play the shamisen.

# Buy some souvenirs# Many special Okinawan local products, like muscovado sugar, are sold in Ryukyu Village. You won’t find a better gift to give to your friends and family. You can also taste local snacks in people’s homes (such as spherical donuts with Okinawan flavors)

# Watch traditional Ryukyu classical dance performances# There are regular traditional Ryukyu classical dance performances 3 times a day every Wednesday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday, and from 11:00 to 11:45 AM, 2:00 to 2:45 PM, and 4:00 to 4:45 PM during holidays in the square in front of the entrance to the toll area.

# Tour the Imperial Palace to win a surprise by collecting stamps# Several scenic routes are designed for visiting the Shuri Castle, and each one has many points for collecting stamps. You’re guaranteed a surprise if you collect all the stamps on one route!

#Look out over the ocean from atop a cliff# The Naminoue Shrine is built on a coral reef cliff that commands a great view of the ocean. If you plan to visit Naminoue Shrine, remember to take a moment to appreciate the beautiful ocean scenery.

#Feel the strong Okinawan culture# The shrine’s red-tiled roof is characteristic of strong Okinawan culture. The Naminoue Shrine has been burning incense and thriving since the Ryukyu Kingdom, and is a shrine that’s also frequently worshiped by Okinawan pilgrims every year during the first lunar month.

#Have fun on the island# A variety of items to use in the ocean can be rented, and the water here is calm enough for swimming. You can visit Kouri Island and Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium on a chartered bus.

#Lovers’ island# Around Kouri Island, love songs are played along the way, so bring along your lover for a stay!

#Interesting shops and streets# The signs for each shop are uniquely decorated, and even the cute seats and sculptures on the roadside constitute part of its interesting streetscape. Many shops have salespeople standing at the door, who will also passionately greet you even if you don’t go in to shop.

#A good place to buy souvenirs and little toys# If you like little trinkets or if you want to buy souvenirs, this is the spot not to miss. Everything one could desire is available. You’re guaranteed to always find something that suits you.

#Watch a free dolphin show while enjoying the sea breeze# Japan’s largest ocean park. The dolphin shown is even free! Facing the deep blue Okinawan ocean, watch the cute dolphins in the soothing sea-breeze.

#Many themed venues# A variety of facilities in the park, including the Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium, dolphin show, and Oceanic Culture Museum are all very popular. Furthermore, there are tropical fantasy centers, world-class greenhouses, and tropical and sub-tropical green urban botanical gardens accessible to tourists, who can explore all the various plants here.