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Okinawa Travel Guide
Overview
The southernmost prefecture of Japan, Okinawa is made up of three groups of islands: Okinawa Shoto includes the main Okinawa Island, also
known as Okinawa Honto; Miyako Islands comprises Miyako Island itself and the small islands around it; and Yaeyama Islands, which consists
of Ishigaki Island and some nearby isles. It is a popular destination for swimming, scuba diving, snorkelling and other water activities, and its
capital city is Naha, which is found on the main island of Okinawa Honto.
When To Go
The best time to go to Okinawa depends on what you want to see and do. All year
round, the city has tons of sights to see and activities to take part in.
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During the summer (June – August), temperatures can go above 30 degrees
and the days are quite hot and humid. It is advised to apply sunblock, wear a
hat, and use a sunshade or umbrella.
In autumn (September – November), the days are still warm, but expect
typhoons coming in one after the other, particularly towards the end of
August until the end of September.
In spring (March – May), the weather is sunny and pleasant, with temperatures
in the low 20s. However, in May, rainy days may become frequent, so always
take an umbrella.
Sea, shore, seascape.
● In the winter months (December – February), temperatures fall between 15
and 20 degrees, so have a sweater or jacket ready.
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