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Okinawa Main Island Private Tour - Syurijyo castle / It was the center of the political and cultural of the Ryukyu Kingdom. The royal family use the castle as the residence for 450 years In 2000, It has been inscribed on World Heritage List.

Syurijyo castle / It was the center of the political and cultural of the Ryukyu Kingdom. The royal family use the castle as the residence for 450 years In 2000, It has been inscribed on World Heritage List.

Okinawa Main Island Private Tour - Syurijyo castle

Syurijyo castle

Okinawa Main Island Private Tour - Shurei gate（Shureimon）

Shurei gate（Shureimon）

Okinawa Main Island Private Tour - Shikinaen / Royal Garden It was the largest villa owned by the Ryukyu Dynasty.The royal family used this place as a resort as well as to entertain investiture envoy from China.

Shikinaen / Royal Garden It was the largest villa owned by the Ryukyu Dynasty.The royal family used this place as a resort as well as to entertain investiture envoy from China.

Okinawa Main Island Private Tour - Shikinaen / People can enjoy mixed Chinese,Japanese,and Ryukyuan land scape garden also characteresticof wooden building.

Shikinaen / People can enjoy mixed Chinese,Japanese,and Ryukyuan land scape garden also characteresticof wooden building.

Okinawa Main Island Private Tour - Okinawa World /This is a theme park presenting Okinawa's history, culture, and nture.

Okinawa World /This is a theme park presenting Okinawa's history, culture, and nture.

Okinawa Main Island Private Tour - Okinawa World / limestone cave

Okinawa World / limestone cave

Okinawa Main Island Private Tour - Okinawa World Eisa show / Eisa−Drum Dance

Okinawa World Eisa show / Eisa−Drum Dance

Okinawa Main Island Private Tour - Okinawa Peace Memorial Park /It is the place where the Battle of Okinawa ended

Okinawa Peace Memorial Park /It is the place where the Battle of Okinawa ended

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Okinawa Main Island Private Tour - The Former Japanese Navy Underground Headquarters

The Former Japanese Navy Underground Headquarters

Okinawa Main Island Private Tour - Kokusai Street (International street)
The street has been called The Miracle Mile and is a symbol of post war reconstruction. There are loads of store along the street, Hotel, convenience store, souvenir shops, restaurants, bar, boutiques and other types of stores. About 20,000 people visit here in a day. Now, this place is well known as popular tourist distination. Public market is located near-by.

Kokusai Street (International street) The street has been called The Miracle Mile and is a symbol of post war reconstruction. There are loads of store along the street, Hotel, convenience store, souvenir shops, restaurants, bar, boutiques and other types of stores. About 20,000 people visit here in a day. Now, this place is well known as popular tourist distination. Public market is located near-by.

Okinawa Main Island Private Tour - Churaumi Aquarium
Over one hundred million people has visited here. The most feature of this aquarium are 3 whale sharks and 5 manta rays.
The largest whale sharks measuring 9 meters, weighing 6 tons. The biggest manta ray is 4.5 meters weigh 650kg.
You can observe deep sea fish, rare fish, corals. The interior of aquarium building is barrier- free can acess wheelchair.

Churaumi Aquarium Over one hundred million people has visited here. The most feature of this aquarium are 3 whale sharks and 5 manta rays. The largest whale sharks measuring 9 meters, weighing 6 tons. The biggest manta ray is 4.5 meters weigh 650kg. You can observe deep sea fish, rare fish, corals. The interior of aquarium building is barrier- free can acess wheelchair.

Tour Guide - Tateo U.

Joined 2018

Tateo U.

4.98 / 5

(89 reviews)

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2 Adults

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Okinawa Main Island (Living)

Languages

Japanese (Native), English

Response Time

4 hours on average

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About Tour Guide Tateo U.

My name is Tateo. I am officially registerd English tour guide and introducing about Okinawa's history,culture, and nature.I am elderly person but have gone through lots of expericences that happened during US occupation after WW2. For the example, change of monetary system(US dollar to Yen),Change of traffic regulation(driving vehicle from right to left).The reversion of Okinawa to main land Japan was biggest historical event.The US administered Okinawa for 27 years. As a result, thing were Americanized in many aspects. Historically, Okinawa was once independent nation until 1872.During Kingdum era, Okinawa actively traded with China, South Asia Countries, Korea, and Japan. In the end, our culture is quite differ much from main land Japan. For instance, architectural technique, daily customs, and culture are also unique. Okinawa is the only prefecture belong to subtropical climate zone. Even winter time, it's neither hot nor cold. People can enjoy marine sport all through the year.Canoeing, Kayaking, Diving, and Snorkeling are popular.

Besides, beatiful white sand beaches and attractive coastline are abundant. Green sea water and blue sky have been lured people from all over the world. Traditional music and dance are worth seeing. Please visit Okinawa and enjoy extraordinary trip. I will be looking forward to seeing you soon.

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Best of Okinawacover image

Best of Okinawa

Okinawa Main Island

A unique history and culture that related Kingdom era with present times. It was registered as a World Heritage Site in 2000. You can find and enjoy lively Okinawa and time-honored Okinawa.

FROM$196/ per group

The memorial World War 2 & Okinawa Worldcover image

The memorial World War 2 & Okinawa World

Okinawa Main Island

This tour will present you the facts of grand battle of the Okinawa The World War 2. Photographes, artifacts, and film will testify cruelty of the war. These places are playing an important role sending the message of the world peace and tragedy of the war.

FROM$196/ per group

Best of Okinawacover image

Best of Okinawa

Okinawa Main Island

A unique history and culture that related Kingdom era with present times. It was registered as a World Heritage Site in 2000. You can find and enjoy lively Okinawa and time-honored Okinawa.

FROM$196/ per group

The memorial World War 2 & Okinawa Worldcover image

The memorial World War 2 & Okinawa World

Okinawa Main Island

This tour will present you the facts of grand battle of the Okinawa The World War 2. Photographes, artifacts, and film will testify cruelty of the war. These places are playing an important role sending the message of the world peace and tragedy of the war.

FROM$196/ per group

Reviews

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Gee B.

5 / 5

Mar 31, 2025

BEST of OKINAWA (War Site Tour)

Okinawa Main Island

Customized

“War Excursion”

Tateo was helpful showing us different war sites of World War II. He was very kind to take us back to our hotel. He took us to the market place to show us what that looked like when I mentioned it.

Gee B.

Tateo U.

Hi, Gina and Mark Barton. We met at the airport and started the War Site tour. Thank to your help, we were able to have time to visit Makishi market, which was really great. This small island still has many faces, please come and visit us again. Thank you for writing a nice review. Regards Tateo U.

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David J.

5 / 5

Mar 21, 2025

BEST of OKINAWA (War Site Tour)

Okinawa Main Island

Customized

“Excellent Tour of Key Battlefield Sites”

We only had a few hours to spend in Okinawa but Tateo met us at the cruise terminal and took us to as many of the key battlefield sites as possible. Tateospeaks excellent English and is very knowledgeable. I only wish that we could have taken a longer tour with him. Highly recommended.

David J.

Tateo U.

Today, we had really good weather for the first time in a while. It was a tour of the history of WW2 and Okinawa.The post war cleanup in Okinawa will continue for some time yet. However, there are other great places to visit. Please come back and remember this small island someday. Finally, thank you very much for positive review. Best regards. Tateo u.

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Shannon R.

5 / 5

Mar 19, 2025

Special Customized Tour

Okinawa Main Island

Customized

“Customized Trip was Excellent”

Tateo is a great guide and a wonderful person to see Okinawa with. I wanted to go beachcombing to specific beaches in the middle/north of the island and for Okinawan Lunch. Tateo also took me to Shuri Castle to begin our day. I highly recommend booking with Tateo. Just be aware that there is a secondary fee to pay in cash on top the online booking price.

Shannon R.

Tateo U.

Hi, Shannon R. This tour taught me that there are other ways to enjoy the beach. I was also amazed to see you cleaning up the beaches wherever you went collecting debris and rubbish. I think I'll do the same thing as you do and will find some treasure. Finally, thank you verymuch leaving a good review. Regards Tateo U.

Tour Guide - Tateo U.

Tateo U.

4.98 / 5

(89 reviews)

Date

2 Adults

Available Areas

Okinawa Main Island (Living)

Languages

Japanese (Native), English

Response Time

4 hours on average

Availability Updated

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