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Deep Dive to Okinawa! - Edutainment Tour
Joined 2022
If you want to make your trip more fruitful than just suntanning at the beach, let's learn about the Okinawan unique culture, history, and nature.
After grasping the basic information about Okinawa at a museum, I will take you to authentic historical/cultural assets where you can have a unique and unforgettable experience.
Itinerary
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
At your hotel or airport
Your hotel or airport
Meeting
Okinawa Prefectural Museum or Yuntanza Museum
Quick guide tour to grasp the basic information of Okinawa
Zakimi Castle
The most beautiful Ryukyu castle that was registered as a world heritage site
Lunch - Toya Fishing Port
You can try fresh local fish as sashimi, soup, fry, and so on
Ryukyu Mura
Enjoy a show of Okinawan traditional dance, Eisa, in a nostalgic Okinawan village that gathered old houses from different parts of Okinawa
Yachimun no Sato
Strolling a district that has many studios, galleries, and shops of Okinawan traditional pottery, Yachimun
Your hotel or airport
End of the guide-tour
Ending Point
At your hotel or airport
Want to personalize this tour?
This tour can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Click below to send me a message with your requests.
Inclusions & Exclusions
Guide fee
Transportation fee (you and guide), Lunch, Entrance fee (Museum ¥530, Ryukyu Mura ¥1500)
Tour Important Information
By visiting a museum, a castle, and other unique spots with a knowledgeable English guide, you can learn deeply about Okinawan culture, nature, and history.
- Please bring enough amount of water to avoid a heat stroke.
- Wearing a hat and sunglasses, and putting sunscreen on are also recommended.
- Okinawa is still a cash-based society. It would be better to bring Japanese Yen as cash for purchasing lunch and souvenirs.
- Using public transportation is impossible for the tour. I strongly recommend using a rental car or hiring a taxi.
- Depending on the weather and traffic conditions, the schedule is subject to be modified.
Important message from the supplier
In addition to day trips, I can also be your guide for several days in Okinawa and other parts of Japan. If you are interested, please let me know via message.
Cancellation Policy
- Free cancellation - 8 days prior to meeting time
- 50% Refund - 3 to 7 days prior to meeting time
- No Refund - Within 2 day(s) prior to meeting time
Joined 2022
About Tour Guide Harry M.
Looking for a guide who truly knows Okinawa?
With 15 years of experience in the field of science education in both Okinawa and Hawaiʻi, I now work as a guide-interpreter and edutainer (educator + entertainer) based in Okinawa.
I use my educational background to create unique, engaging tours that help participants discover something new about Okinawa’s breathtaking natural beauty and rich cultural heritage.
From exploring Okinawa’s diverse ecosystems, both on land and in the sea, to experiencing the traditions of Karate and the enchanting sounds of Okinawan Sanshin music, I’m passionate about sharing the best of Okinawa with you.
If you’re ready for a tour that’s not only unforgettable but also filled with learning and discovery, let’s embark on this journey together!
(I also offer guided tours of the Mt. Fuji area, my hometown. Additional transportation fees apply.)
Guiding Fee (For up to 10 people):
- 4 hours: ¥30,000
- 6 hours: ¥35,000
- 8 hours: ¥40,000
Guiding with Car Transportation (For up to 3 people):
- Extra ¥10,000 (Includes gas, parking, and expressway fees)
Reviews
Michele J.
Discover the Wonders of Okinawa!
Customized
“Wonderful guide in Okinawa!”
Harry made our trip so comfortable and memorable in Okinawa! He is knowledgeable, professional and so much fun to travel with. Count on Harry if you want to thoroughly enjoy Okinawa!
Harry M.
Michele-san, Thank you so much for your kind review! Exploring Okinawa with you both was truly memorable—especially the fish bath and Yoshihachi! Wishing you a wonderful holiday season, and I hope our paths cross again someday.
Elizabeth G.
Discover Okinawa! : 2-day Guided Tour with Private Transportation (* may extend to "3-day" Tour)
Customized
“Learning journey with Harry-San! ”
We are a group of two ladies and a teenage girl and we are very happy to have Harry as a guide! Before the trip, I did not have time to do any planning so I basically just told him that we are on a whirlwind trip and we want to pretty much cover the sights abd sounds of Okinawa. We did want to have a fruit picking experience and this time of the year, it is Shikwasa citrus fruit! We enjoyed picking Shikwasa! Harry came up with a 2-day itinerary to cater to our needs, and he and make sure we covered all that we wanted to go. He is a very experienced guide and he takes us on a learning journey as well. Our teenager loves Okinawa now and wants to go back! Very professional, very detailed in his explanation and a careful driver as well. He makes sure we are comfortable throughout our two-day trip with him. Thank you Harry-San!
Harry M.
Dear Elizabeth-san, Thank you so much for your wonderful review! I’m thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your time in Okinawa and that the Shikwasa fruit-picking experience was a highlight. I’ve been enjoying the Shikwasa we harvested together every morning as a refreshing smoothie! It was truly a pleasure guiding you and spending such a memorable time with you all. Thank you again for your kind words. I hope to welcome you back to Okinawa someday soon! Warm regards, Harry
Olga R.
Journey to the Birthplace! - Karate Heritage Tour
“Amazing!!!”
Harry-san is a nice and kind boy who totally transmits to us the love he feels for his culture, making our respect grow. Although the plans were not what we expected, he made sure that we had a good time and took us to places that I would not have expected, as well as others that we did not know existed. It was definitely a great opportunity to meet him, I will not hesitate to look for him again when I return to Okinawa.
Harry M.
Thank you so much for your thoughtful and kind words! While our plans may have shifted, I’m so glad we could explore some additional hidden gems relating to Karate together. It was a pleasure sharing these experiences with you, and I’m thrilled to know they added something unexpected and memorable to your trip. I look forward to welcoming you back to Okinawa in the future! There’s always more to discover, and I’d be delighted to guide you again. Let's try Uechi-ryu Karate practice next time! Please enjoy the rest of your stay in Okinawa and your trip to mainland Japan!
$260/ per group
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Tracing the Front Line! - WWII Battle of Okinawa Tour
The Battle of Okinawa was one of the bloodiest ground warfare in WWII. When U.S. troops landed on Okinawa island on April 1, 1945, there was little counterattack contrary to their expectations. This was because the Japanese strategy was to build strong underground positions in the southern part of the island and turn the fight into an endurance contest. From this day, the 3 months of fierce battles embroiling citizens began. In this tour, we will trace the front line of the battle in 2 days.
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Embark on a journey to the most significant sites in Okinawa, the birthplace of Karate, and explore the roots of this martial art. * The itinerary can be customized based on your specific Karate style. * For an additional fee of 10,000 yen, I can drive you on the tour (up to 3 people).