
Okinawa World: The past and present cultural wonders of Naha are on full display during this day-long tour that takes you to a theme park centered around Okinawan history and culture. When you arrive, you’ll enter through Gyokusendo Cave, famed for its spectacular stalactites and stalagmites. Once out of the cave, check out a replica of a Ryukyu village then delight in demonstrations and shops featuring traditional crafts. If time allows, you can also watch a traditional “eisa” performance, with impressive drumming and dancing.
Kokusai Street: Stroll through a chic shopping area considered the heart of Naha. Here, you’ll have time to browse the cosmopolitan boutiques, department stores and souvenir shops or even stop in a soba shop and purchase a dish of Okinawa noodles.
Requirements & Restrictions: This tour involves approximately 180 steps up and down and approximately 1,000-yard walk at the Gyokusendo Cave. No lift is available and it is one way. It might be slippery inside the cave.
What to Bring: Wear comfortable walking shoes. Bring local currency and/or major credit card for purchases.
Good to Know: Video and photo are not permitted during traditional dance and music performance at the Okinawa World. This performance can be watched if time allows.