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Okinawa Main Island Private Tour - The first arched gate of Zakimi castle
The first arched gate of Zakimi castle
Okinawa Main Island Private Tour - The second arched gate of Zakimi castle
The second arched gate of Zakimi castle
Okinawa Main Island Private Tour - The beautifully curved stone wall of Zakimi castle
The beautifully curved stone wall of Zakimi castle
Okinawa Main Island Private Tour - A distant view of Katsuren castle
A distant view of Katsuren castle
Okinawa Main Island Private Tour - Stairs to the keep of Katsuren castle
Stairs to the keep of Katsuren castle
Okinawa Main Island Private Tour - View from Katsuren castle
View from Katsuren castle
Okinawa Main Island Private Tour - A tall stone wall of Nakagusuku castle
A tall stone wall of Nakagusuku castle
Okinawa Main Island Private Tour - Nakagusuku castle's gun-loop
Nakagusuku castle's gun-loop
Okinawa Main Island Private Tour - Sacred place at Nakagusuku castle
Sacred place at Nakagusuku castle

Ryukyu Castle Hopping! - Gosamaru vs Amawari

Art, Culture, & Historical
Okinawa Main Island Tour Guide - Harry M.

Joined 2022

Harry M.
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There are hundreds of unique castle ruins, called Gusuku, in Okinawa, and five of them were registered as the world heritage sites in 2000. This tour visits three of them, namely Zakimi castle, Nakagusuku castle, and Katsuren castle, as an imaginary time travel to the Ryukyu Kingdom.

Itinerary

This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!

07:00 AM

Meeting Point

At your hotel or airport

09:00 AM

Hotel or Airport

Meeting

10:00 AM

Zakimi Castle

Important castle for the Ryukyu kingdom because it locates in the middle of the island and has a wide range of views from the northern mountains to the southern plain. A faithful retainer of the Ryukyu king, Gosamaru, who is also known as an expert in castle construction, built it in the 15th century.

12:00 PM

Lunch

Let's enjoy local palatable cuisine according to your preference.

02:00 PM

Nakagusuku Castle

Gosamaru moved to this castle by the order of the king to restrain Amawari. Amawari is based in the Yokatsu peninsula and had strong power. Moreover, the kingdom made a princess get married to Amawari. The princess was a daughter of the king, and also a granddaughter of Gosamaru.

04:00 PM

Katsuren Castle

For the Kingdom, Amawari was a threat. However, the commoners who lived in the peninsula adored him as a great lord. One day, he decided to raise an army to overthrow the Kingdom. For his wife, that was a battle between her husband and her grandfather, eventually her father. Whom should she save? What did she do??

05:00 PM

Hotel or Airport

End of the tour

Ending Point

At your hotel or airport

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Inclusions & Exclusions

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What‘s included

Guide fee

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What‘s not included

Transportation fee (you and guide), Lunch, Entrance fee (Katsuren castle ¥600, Nakagusuku castle ¥400)

Tour Important Information

The battle between Gosamaru and Amawari is the largest and the most famous internal disturbance in the Ryukyu Kingdom. Through visiting actual scenes of the story, you can imagine the situations lively and deepen your understanding of Okinawan history with a real feeling.

- Admission fee for castles is ¥1000 in total.

- Please wear comfortable clothes and shoes to walk. Castles have rocky and steep slopes.

- 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.

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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

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Okinawa Main Island Tour Guide - Harry M.

Joined 2022

Harry M.
5.00 / 5
(28 reviews)
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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

Harry-San SAVED our trip!

Our Karate tour in Okinawa was absolutely unforgettable, thanks to the outstanding guidance of Harry-San. From the start, he went above and beyond—when our flight was delayed, he kindly arranged to pick us up at the airport, which immediately put us at ease. Harry-San is incredibly knowledgeable about Okinawan Karate and its rich cultural and historical context. His deep passion for the art and his local connections made every site feel authentic and special. We learned so much more than we expected, and it was all presented in a way that was engaging, respectful, and meaningful. During the tour, I accidentally dropped and broke my phone. Harry-San was quick to offer help, even pointing me toward reliable local phone repair shops. It was such a small gesture, but one that made a big difference in a stressful moment—just another example of how thoughtful and supportive he was throughout the entire experience. On top of all this, Harry-San is simply a joy to be around—friendly, professional, and genuinely invested in making the tour memorable for everyone. If you're considering a Karate or cultural tour in Okinawa, I can’t recommend this experience—and especially Harry-San—highly enough

Fantastic Personalized Tour Created by Harry

This is my second visit to Okinawa to conduct research on kariyushi wear and my second time with Harry as a tour guide. As usual, Harry was amazing. He was so detail oriented when creating a personalized tour for me. He asked such insightful questions, took the time to search out the best places for me to check out, made some great suggestions, and arranged everything! I am so grateful to Harry for this thoughtfulness. If anyone reading this is ever in doubt, do not hesitate to book Harry for your guide - you will not regret it!

Christen S.

Harry M.

Dear Christen-san, Thank you so much for your thoughtful review and for choosing me again—it was an honor to guide you for the second time. I truly appreciated the opportunity to support your research on kariyushi wear. Through the tour, I gained a deeper understanding of how Okinawan people view both Kariyushi and Aloha styles, which was very insightful for me as well. I hope our paths cross again on your next journey! —Harry

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