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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.

Syurijyo castle

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

Okinawa World / limestone cave

Okinawa World Eisa show / Eisa−Drum Dance

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

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.

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Tateo U.

4.97 / 5

(108 reviews)

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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.

Tours

All tours can be customized for you. Send me a message with your requests!

Best of Okinawa

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.

Best of Okinawa

FROM$184/ per group

The memorial World War 2 & Okinawa World

Okinawa Main Island

7 hours

The memorial World War 2 & Okinawa World

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.

The memorial World War 2 & Okinawa World

FROM$184/ per group

Okinawa Main Island

7 hours

Best of Okinawa

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.

Best of Okinawa

FROM$184/ per group

Okinawa Main Island

7 hours

The memorial World War 2 & Okinawa World

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.

The memorial World War 2 & Okinawa World

FROM$184/ per group

Reviews

Lena G.

5 / 5

Dec 3, 2025

Best of Okinawa

Dec 3, 2025

Okinawa Main Island

7 hours 30 mins

Customized

“Okinawa tour with Tateo”

My family had a wonderful day with our guide Tateo. He was very friendly and full of information about Okinawa and the history of the places we saw. I definitely recommend him if you're thinking of taking a tour.

Tateo U.

Thank you for choosing me to be your tour guide for your precious family. I also had a great time on the tour with your wonderful family. I hope this tour will remain in you and your family's memories for a long. Thank you very much for good evaluation. Tateo U.

Yehuda M.

4 / 5

Dec 2, 2025

BEST of OKINAWA (selected)

Dec 2, 2025

Okinawa Main Island

7 hours 30 mins

Customized

“Very satisfied”

Tateo was kind, knowledgeable, and correct, although i had some mistakes in calculating costs. But his smile didn't make me feel uncomfortable.

Tateo U.

Thank you for making the effort to travel all the way from Israel to this small island. Of course, I was happy to be able to introduce Okinawa but more than anything I really enjoy hearing many of your fun stories during the tour. Please remember my place from time to time with your wife. Tateo U.

Edith M.

5 / 5

Nov 20, 2025

BEST of OKINAWA (selected)

Nov 20, 2025

Okinawa Main Island

6 hours

Customized

“Okinawa Day Tour”

Our guide,Tateo was spectacular. He was incredibly knowledgeable about the local history and culture, making every stop come to life. For our first time in Okinawa he made the history so interesting and explained everything in great detail but yet not over the top and we came away with so much information. He was very helpful answering our questions carefully. English was very good. He provided exactly the sites we wnated to see.

Tateo U.

Thank you for choosing me as your guide for limited time sightseeing in Okinawa. Also, every place we visited was important and couldn't be omitted. This island is small but there are still many places I would like to introduce, so please come back and check it out. Finally, thank you for writing a wonderful review. Regards Tateo U.