Whales are hard to catch, but it was a great experience. I hope to have the chance to see a whale breaching the water next time. The staff were very thoughtful; they added me on the app the day before to confirm.
It's very convenient and cheaper than other tour companies, making it a great option for those traveling to northern Okinawa without a car. A one-hour stop at Cape Manzamo and three hours at Churaumi Aquarium are plenty of time. Our bus returned from the aquarium at 4:20 PM that day, encountering a bit of traffic and arriving at American Village at 6:50 PM (the journey from the aquarium to American Village takes at least two hours, not the 5:30 PM arrival time stated in the itinerary). We got off at American Village, explored the area, and then took a public bus back to Naha. Note that after 8:00 PM, direct buses to Naha become very scarce, and you'll need to find the bus stop location (mainly relying on Google Maps for assistance).
The itinerary was comprehensive, the tour guide provided detailed explanations, and the driver drove smoothly and comfortably. The only downside was the sheer number of cars in Okinawa; we were stuck in traffic the entire way back.
Since we stayed near the prefectural town center, American Village wasn't as far as I had imagined. Next time, we might take the bus there ourselves! But I must say, the Japanese driver was really steady on his feet. My daughter happily enjoyed the scenery along the way, and that's how we got back to Kokusai-dori.
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Chatan Weather, Climate and Best Time to Visit
Data source:Meteostat Update date:2025-09
Chatan year round climate
Spring (March–May): Average 10.6–18.9°C, mild and comfortable, but with relatively high rainfall, especially in April. Common activities: Flower viewing, outdoor excursions. Recommended clothing: Light jacket, long-sleeved shirt, raincoat is essential.
Summer (June–August): Average 23.1–28.8°C, hot and humid, with the most rainfall in July. Common activities: Water sports, beach leisure. Recommended clothing: Light and breathable clothing, sun hat, sunscreen.
Autumn (September–November): Average 18.4–25.9°C, comfortable and pleasant, but with relatively high rainfall in September. Common activities: Hiking, viewing autumn scenery. Recommended clothing: Comfortable and breathable long-sleeved shirts and pants, light jacket.
Winter (December–February): Average 4.8–6.2°C, cold and dry, with less rainfall. Common activities: Indoor activities, hot spring experience. Recommended clothing: Warm clothing, thick coat, scarf, hat, etc.
Chatan climatological average
Annual average temperature: approx. 16.6°C / Annual rainfall: approx. 1974 mm / Summer humidity: 70%–80% / Rainiest month: July
Chatan monthly average temperature and precipitation
Month
Air temperature (°C)
Precipitation (mm)
January
4.8°C
54.8
February
6°C
102.3
March
10.6°C
136.3
April
15.7°C
212.4
May
18.9°C
144.4
June
23.1°C
235.5
July
27.6°C
394.4
August
28.8°C
160.6
September
25.9°C
258.5
October
18.4°C
91.1
November
13.2°C
136.4
December
6.2°C
48.1
Chatan weather for the next seven days
3/22
Sunday
Moderate rain
14.7°C/4.1°C
3/23
Monday
Patchy rain nearby
15.1°C/5.3°C
3/24
Tuesday
Partly Cloudy
15.7°C/3.6°C
3/25
Wednesday
Moderate rain
9.3°C/7.6°C
3/26
Thursday
Sunny
16.6°C/5.1°C
3/27
Friday
Partly Cloudy
17.6°C/5°C
3/28
Saturday
Partly Cloudy
17.9°C/7.7°C
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