World War Ⅱ history course
Joined 2017
The battle of Okinawa was the only ground battle of World War II in Japan, fought and went on for about three months. This is the course which you need to go about World War Ⅱ history.
Itinerary
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
At your hotel in Naha
Okinawa prefecture peace memorial musuem
Okinawa world ( Okinawan culture theme park) OR Haebaru cultural center
The former Japanese navy underground headquarters
Maeda Kochi (Hacksow Ridge)
Ending Point
At your hotel in Naha
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Inclusions & Exclusions
guide fee, hotel pick-up,
Okinawan cultural theme park (2000 yen ) navy underground headquarters (600 yen), peace memorial museum (300 yen), lunch
Tour Important Information
The navy underground headquarters (600 yen), peace memorial musium (300 yen) Okinawan cultur theme world (2000 yen )Lunch are excluded. I will reserve the traditional restaurant which you can have Okinawan specialty if you want.
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 2017
About Tour Guide Noriko Y.
Hi. I was a tour guide for Japanese speak in Japanese in main-land Japan around Tokyo. Now, I live in Okinawa for over ten years with my family. I wanted to be a tour guide for foreigners because I appreciate people's helps when I traveled around world. I traveled over seventy countries. I like traveling because I learn a lot from people who I meet. Finally, I got a certificate for being an English tour guide. I would like you to spend meaningful time in Okinawa. Okinawa has unique culture, they mixed Japanese and Chinese way, then, built up a new own culture. With limited time, I hope you enjoy seeing a lot and knowing a lot.
Reviews
C E.
“Very productive and comprehensive tour!”
I took a private tour to North Okinawa with Noriko and I'm really glad that I did. We stopped by several places which are not even in the original itinerary. The tour was really comprehensive and informative. It was a very good experience. I highly recommend Noriko.
Noriko Y.
Thank you for your reflection. I really appriciated it. It was a nice experience to talk with you because your thoughtful opinion influenced me a lot. I hope you meet many local Japanese and enjoy staying Japan. Thank you.
Joseph P.
“Wonderful places, fantastic guide! ”
My stay in Naha was just one of 5 places I was staying over the course of 8 nights, so while I could look up places to go and see, I decided Noriko san's overview of the city best for my needs. As someone who's interested in traveling and seeing the world myself, I'm impressed with the wealth of knowledge Noriko san brings not just regarding Okinawa, but also the world in general. She met me at my hotel and drove me to Naminoue Beach and Shrine, where she shared some background and historical information. We proceeded to Fiukushu-en where she pointed out architectural details of Okinawa and how Chinese architecture influenced much of early Okinawa. She then ferried me over to Shuri-jo where were able to see incredible views of the city and come to understand some of what transpired prior to the end of WWII. Prior to meeting Noriko san, I'd already explored the other spots on the itinerary, so she pivoted and took me to a few other interesting spots instead including an evening Hotspot where we stopped for Okinawan tacos, Daruma Temple, the Manko Waterbird and Wetland Center, and the Umikaji Terrace on Senaga Island, where we watched for sea life and did a little bit of #planespotting. When we'd completed our tour, she even dropped me off at the car rental agency, so I didn't have to get a taxi ride back there from my hotel. 5-star service and hospitality! I truly enjoyed my time exploring Okinawa with Noriko san, and I hope our paths cross again in the future. Joe (USA, Ohio)
Noriko Y.
Thank you for your review. That is a great compliment. I just did what I can do my best for you. Thank you for an interesting talking. I also learned a lot. It is my treasure. Thank you.
Amanda W.
“Great informative day out”
Noriko was an informative and gracious host. She was able to guide us on a tour on the things we wanted to see. She was very responsive to my husbands requirements and made changes as required. She guided us through the history and while the subject matter was grim and sad, which we all acknowledged, our son valued having taken the trip - saying it was a great day out and worth while doing even though it had sad parts included - high praise from an 18 year old! Highly recommend Noriko as a guide. Thank you very much Noriko san.
Noriko Y.
Thank you very much. I'm grad to know you enjoyed my tour. It was a special day for me, too. Thank you for choosing Okinawa to come. Have a great journey rest of your staying.
$208/ per group
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The highlight of Naha
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