🏝️A classic day trip to northern Okinawa | Stunning ocean views and hidden gems

#JulyDestinations2025 Itinerary: Cape Manza → Kouri Island → Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium → American Village 🌟 Cape Manza ✔ Elephant Trunk Rock is a must-see ✔ The water is incredibly blue ✔ The right side of the observation deck is less crowded and perfect for photos 💙 Kouri Island ✔ Driving across the sea bridge is stunning ✔ Heart-shaped Rock is worth checking for low tide ✔ Shrimp Wagon shrimp rice is incredible 🐋 Churaumi Aquarium ✔ The Kuroshio Sea whale shark tank is a must-see ✔ Feeding show ✔ The rooftop restaurant with a stunning view 🎡 American Village ✔ The Ferris wheel ride at sunset is incredibly romantic ✔ The Village House is a great place to visit ✔ Grume Kaiten Sushi is a great value 🚌 Transportation Comparison 1⃣ Charter/Drive (Freedom but Cost) ✅ Pros: High flexibility, saves time, suitable for 4-5 people ❌ Cons: High cost 2⃣ Bus + Taxi (Economical but Time-consuming) 🚌 Bus Route: Naha → Cape Manza: Take bus No. 120 (approximately 1 hour, 580 yen) Get off at "Onnason Yakujo-mae" and walk 15 minutes or take a taxi (approximately 5 minutes, 1000 yen) Cape Manza → Kouri Island: Take bus No. 120 to Nago Bus Terminal (approximately 1 hour) Transfer to bus No. 72 to Kouri Island (approximately 40 minutes) Or take a taxi directly (approximately 30 minutes, 5000 yen) Kouri Island → Aquarium: Taxi is the most convenient option (approximately 20 minutes, 3000 yen) Or take bus No. 72 back to Nago and transfer to bus No. 65/66/70 (more complicated) Aquarium → American Village: Take Highway Bus No. 111 (approximately 1.5 hours, 2,000 yen) Or take a taxi (approximately 1 hour, 10,000 yen) American Village → Naha: Take Bus No. 120 directly (approximately 50 minutes, 580 yen) ⚠Note: Buses run infrequently, so it's recommended to check the timetable in advance (Okinawa Public Transportation Official Website)