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Coral Dyeing Experience at Shuri Ryusen, Okinawa | Japan's Only Coral Dyeing, About 1 Hour Near Shuri Castle
CULTURE

Coral Dyeing Experience at Shuri Ryusen, Okinawa | Japan's Only Coral Dyeing, About 1 Hour Near Shuri Castle

Naha Underwater Observation Boat Orca Cruise | A 1-Hour Undersea Stroll in Okinawa Without Getting Wet
CULTURE

Naha Underwater Observation Boat Orca Cruise | A 1-Hour Undersea Stroll in Okinawa Without Getting Wet

Glass-Bottom Boat Tour at Okinawa's Aharen... Nyuhara Beach | Sea Turtles, Coral & Tropical Fish in 30 Minutes
CULTURE

Glass-Bottom Boat Tour at Okinawa's Aharen... Nyuhara Beach | Sea Turtles, Coral & Tropical Fish in 30 Minutes

Okinawa ATV Jungle Buggy Experience | No License Needed, Choose Nago or Nanjo, 1–1.5 Hours
CULTURE

Okinawa ATV Jungle Buggy Experience | No License Needed, Choose Nago or Nanjo, 1–1.5 Hours

Ishigaki Island "Phantom Island" Landing & Snorkeling | 3.5-Hour Half-Day Boat Tour
CULTURE

Ishigaki Island "Phantom Island" Landing & Snorkeling | 3.5-Hour Half-Day Boat Tour

From Ishigaki Island: Taketomi Island Water Buffalo Cart Tour & Round-Trip Ferry Ticket | Approx. 3-Hour Half-Day Trip
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From Ishigaki Island: Taketomi Island Water Buffalo Cart Tour & Round-Trip Ferry Ticket | Approx. 3-Hour Half-Day Trip

Ishigaki Island Half-Day Snorkeling & Trial Diving | Free Hotel Pickup, 3-Hour Ocean Adventure
CULTURE

Ishigaki Island Half-Day Snorkeling & Trial Diving | Free Hotel Pickup, 3-Hour Ocean Adventure

Okinawan Ryuso Experience Near Kokusai Street, Naha | Includes Lace Accessories, Return by 9 PM
CULTURE

Okinawan Ryuso Experience Near Kokusai Street, Naha | Includes Lace Accessories, Return by 9 PM