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The view from the bridgeside station (a rest stop

The view from the bridgeside station (a rest stop for drivers) "Rikarikawarumi" in Nakijin Village is as pretty as a painting.
What’s so attractive is that you can fully enjoy this scenery while having lunch!
You’ll see the popular Instagenic Kouri Bridge from here too!

What’s more, you can buy fresh and delicious local ingredients in the store.

📍: Bridgeside Station Rikarikawarumi, Nakijin Village

Tag your own photos from your past memories in Okinawa with #visitokinawa / #beokinawa to give us permission to repost!

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Don't you think the Shisa (guardian lion) belongs

Don't you think the Shisa (guardian lion) belongs on roofs?
On Tsuboya Yachimun Street, Shisa are drawn on manholes. 😉

📍: Tsuboya Yachimun Street
📷: @okinawajp.58 Thank you very much for your wonderful photo!

Manholes designed with symbols of Naha City, “Ogomadara” (large tree nymph butterfly) and bougainvillea, are also nearby.
When taking pictures, be careful of vehicular traffic!

Tag your own photos from your past memories in Okinawa with #visitokinawa / #beokinawa to give us permission to repost!

#tsuboyayachimunstreet #nahacity #やちむん通り #壺屋 #那覇市 #那霸市 #쓰보야 #나하시 #shisa #manhole #japan #travelgram #instatravel #okinawa #doyoutravel #japan_of_insta #passportready #japantrip #traveldestination #okinawajapan #okinawatrip #沖縄 #沖繩 #오키나와 #旅行 #여행 #打卡 #여행스타그램

Here’s a tree house that everyone wished for as

Here’s a tree house that everyone wished for as a child!

📍: Treeful Treehouse Sustainable Resort, Nago City
📷: @supereeeisus Thank you very much for the wonderful photo!

This outstanding hut in Yanbaru Forest is part of a resort area currently under construction managed by @treeful.treehouse .
Stay here, and you’ll feel like you’re in a world of picture books. 😉

Tag your own photos from your past memories in Okinawa with #visitokinawa / #beokinawa to give us permission to repost!

#nagocity #yanbaru #treehouse #名護市 #樹上小屋 #나고시 #나무위의집 #adventure #tinyhouse #treefultreehouse
#japan #travelgram #instatravel #okinawa #doyoutravel #japan_of_insta #passportready #japantrip #traveldestination #okinawajapan #okinawatrip #沖縄 #沖繩 #오키나와 #旅行 #여행 #打卡 #여행스타그램

Whale sharks don't have eyelids, but last year it

Whale sharks don't have eyelids, but last year it was revealed that their white eyes are actually covered with scales!

What an eye-opening discovery! 😉
The eyes are small compared to the size of the body, but please take a closer look when you visit Churaumi Aquarium.

📍: Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium, Motobu Town
📷: @tminthesky Thank you very much for the wonderful photos!

Tag your own photos from your past memories in Okinawa with #visitokinawa / #beokinawa to give us permission to repost!

#okinawachuraumiaquarium #motobutown #美ら海水族館 #本部町 #沖繩美麗海水族館 #추라우미수족관 #모토부초 #ジンベイザメ #whalesharks #oceanexpopark #japan #travelgram #instatravel #okinawa #doyoutravel #japan_of_insta #passportready #japantrip #traveldestination #okinawajapan #okinawatrip #沖縄 #沖繩 #오키나와 #旅行 #여행 #打卡 #여행스타그램

"Kasekake", a stage prop used in the traditional R

"Kasekake", a stage prop used in the traditional Ryukyu dance.
It is used for expressing how the spun thread is wound on it before weaving a kimono for a loved one.
Many people adore this devoted act which demonstrates a maiden’s feeling that the more threads she winds, the more feelings she shows for her loved one.

📷: @j_j_activity Thank you very much for your lovely photos!

Tag your own photos from your past memories in Okinawa with #visitokinawa / #beokinawa to give us permission to repost!

#kasekake #ryukyudance #traditionaldance #かせかけ #琉球舞踊 #伝統芸能 #琉球舞蹈 #傳統藝能 #카세카케 #전통예술
#japan #travelgram #instatravel #okinawa #doyoutravel #japan_of_insta #passportready #japantrip #traveldestination #okinawajapan #okinawatrip #沖縄 #沖繩 #오키나와 #旅行 #여행 #打卡 #여행스타그램

Getting hungry? All in all, Okinawans have got to

Getting hungry? All in all, Okinawans have got to have this!

📷: @cc.jphoto Thank you very much for your wonderful photo!

"Pork-egg Onigiri” is a popular soul food with a well-balanced taste made by wrapping a fluffy omelet and salted pork luncheon meat in rice.
It’s no exaggeration to say that Okinawans are always talking about it and that it’s enjoyed by so many people!

Tag your own photos from your past memories in Okinawa with #visitokinawa / #beokinawa to give us permission to repost!

#ポーク卵 #egg #onigiri #飯糰 #주먹밥 #おにぎり #沖縄料理 #okinawanfood #luncheonmeat #streetfoods
#japan #travelgram #instatravel #okinawa #doyoutravel #japan_of_insta #passportready #japantrip #traveldestination #okinawajapan #okinawatrip #沖縄 #沖繩 #오키나와 #旅行 #여행 #打卡 #여행스타그램

The gradation of the bay surrounded by lush island

The gradation of the bay surrounded by lush islands is as beautiful as a watercolor painting.

📍: Kabira Bay, Ishigaki Island
📷: @atsushi_okiphoto Thank you very much for your wonderful photo!

Kabira Bay, one of the scenic spots that represents Okinawa, is about 40 minutes by car or bus from New Ishigaki Airport.
Once you see this scenery, you will definitely want to return to this island. 😉

Tag your own photos from your past memories in Okinawa with #visitokinawa / #beokinawa to give us permission to repost!

#kabirabay #ishigakiisland #yaeyamaislands #川平湾 #石垣島 #川平灣 #카비라완 #이시가키섬 #glassbottomboat #scenicview #japan #travelgram #instatravel #okinawa #doyoutravel #japan_of_insta #passportready #japantrip #traveldestination #okinawajapan #okinawatrip #沖縄 #沖繩 #오키나와 #旅行 #여행 #打卡 #여행스타그램

"Yachimun no Sato" in Yomitan is a potters’ comm

"Yachimun no Sato" in Yomitan is a potters’ community where 19 independent studios are clustered.
A popular area for young and old alike, you can appreciate the unique works of each studio and see the impressive “noborigama” (climbing kiln).
A great way to spend your time here is to look for your favorite piece while observing the artists at work!

📍: Yachimun no Sato

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#やちむんの里 #yachimunnosato #読谷村 #Yomitan #讀谷村 #요미탄촌 #やちむん #Yachimun #도자기 #ceramic
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The view from the bridgeside station (a rest stop

The view from the bridgeside station (a rest stop for drivers) "Rikarikawarumi" in Nakijin Village is as pretty as a painting.
What’s so attractive is that you can fully enjoy this scenery while having lunch!
You’ll see the popular Instagenic Kouri Bridge from here too!

What’s more, you can buy fresh and delicious local ingredients in the store.

📍: Bridgeside Station Rikarikawarumi, Nakijin Village

Tag your own photos from your past memories in Okinawa with #visitokinawa / #beokinawa to give us permission to repost!

#今帰仁村 #nakijinvillage #카페스타그램 #yambaru #道の駅 #rikarikawarumi #古宇利大橋 #kouribridge #superbview #oceanview
#japan #travelgram #instatravel #okinawa #doyoutravel #japan_of_insta #passportready #japantrip #traveldestination #okinawajapan #okinawatrip #沖縄 #沖繩 #오키나와 #旅行 #여행 #打卡 #여행스타그램

Don't you think the Shisa (guardian lion) belongs

Don't you think the Shisa (guardian lion) belongs on roofs?
On Tsuboya Yachimun Street, Shisa are drawn on manholes. 😉

📍: Tsuboya Yachimun Street
📷: @okinawajp.58 Thank you very much for your wonderful photo!

Manholes designed with symbols of Naha City, “Ogomadara” (large tree nymph butterfly) and bougainvillea, are also nearby.
When taking pictures, be careful of vehicular traffic!

Tag your own photos from your past memories in Okinawa with #visitokinawa / #beokinawa to give us permission to repost!

#tsuboyayachimunstreet #nahacity #やちむん通り #壺屋 #那覇市 #那霸市 #쓰보야 #나하시 #shisa #manhole #japan #travelgram #instatravel #okinawa #doyoutravel #japan_of_insta #passportready #japantrip #traveldestination #okinawajapan #okinawatrip #沖縄 #沖繩 #오키나와 #旅行 #여행 #打卡 #여행스타그램

Here’s a tree house that everyone wished for as

Here’s a tree house that everyone wished for as a child!

📍: Treeful Treehouse Sustainable Resort, Nago City
📷: @supereeeisus Thank you very much for the wonderful photo!

This outstanding hut in Yanbaru Forest is part of a resort area currently under construction managed by @treeful.treehouse .
Stay here, and you’ll feel like you’re in a world of picture books. 😉

Tag your own photos from your past memories in Okinawa with #visitokinawa / #beokinawa to give us permission to repost!

#nagocity #yanbaru #treehouse #名護市 #樹上小屋 #나고시 #나무위의집 #adventure #tinyhouse #treefultreehouse
#japan #travelgram #instatravel #okinawa #doyoutravel #japan_of_insta #passportready #japantrip #traveldestination #okinawajapan #okinawatrip #沖縄 #沖繩 #오키나와 #旅行 #여행 #打卡 #여행스타그램

Whale sharks don't have eyelids, but last year it

Whale sharks don't have eyelids, but last year it was revealed that their white eyes are actually covered with scales!

What an eye-opening discovery! 😉
The eyes are small compared to the size of the body, but please take a closer look when you visit Churaumi Aquarium.

📍: Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium, Motobu Town
📷: @tminthesky Thank you very much for the wonderful photos!

Tag your own photos from your past memories in Okinawa with #visitokinawa / #beokinawa to give us permission to repost!

#okinawachuraumiaquarium #motobutown #美ら海水族館 #本部町 #沖繩美麗海水族館 #추라우미수족관 #모토부초 #ジンベイザメ #whalesharks #oceanexpopark #japan #travelgram #instatravel #okinawa #doyoutravel #japan_of_insta #passportready #japantrip #traveldestination #okinawajapan #okinawatrip #沖縄 #沖繩 #오키나와 #旅行 #여행 #打卡 #여행스타그램

"Kasekake", a stage prop used in the traditional R

"Kasekake", a stage prop used in the traditional Ryukyu dance.
It is used for expressing how the spun thread is wound on it before weaving a kimono for a loved one.
Many people adore this devoted act which demonstrates a maiden’s feeling that the more threads she winds, the more feelings she shows for her loved one.

📷: @j_j_activity Thank you very much for your lovely photos!

Tag your own photos from your past memories in Okinawa with #visitokinawa / #beokinawa to give us permission to repost!

#kasekake #ryukyudance #traditionaldance #かせかけ #琉球舞踊 #伝統芸能 #琉球舞蹈 #傳統藝能 #카세카케 #전통예술
#japan #travelgram #instatravel #okinawa #doyoutravel #japan_of_insta #passportready #japantrip #traveldestination #okinawajapan #okinawatrip #沖縄 #沖繩 #오키나와 #旅行 #여행 #打卡 #여행스타그램

Getting hungry? All in all, Okinawans have got to

Getting hungry? All in all, Okinawans have got to have this!

📷: @cc.jphoto Thank you very much for your wonderful photo!

"Pork-egg Onigiri” is a popular soul food with a well-balanced taste made by wrapping a fluffy omelet and salted pork luncheon meat in rice.
It’s no exaggeration to say that Okinawans are always talking about it and that it’s enjoyed by so many people!

Tag your own photos from your past memories in Okinawa with #visitokinawa / #beokinawa to give us permission to repost!

#ポーク卵 #egg #onigiri #飯糰 #주먹밥 #おにぎり #沖縄料理 #okinawanfood #luncheonmeat #streetfoods
#japan #travelgram #instatravel #okinawa #doyoutravel #japan_of_insta #passportready #japantrip #traveldestination #okinawajapan #okinawatrip #沖縄 #沖繩 #오키나와 #旅行 #여행 #打卡 #여행스타그램

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