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

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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)