Chatan

The beach is crystal clear, and it's less crowded in winter, making it perfect for relaxing by the sea alone. Staying overnight on the island would also be wonderful.

The tour guide was very nice, and everyone was punctual. There are two easy-go tours, one for central Japan and one for northern Japan, so make sure to ask for the meeting point. The tour guide will also check the passenger list before boarding. Arrive early to avoid getting on the wrong bus. Seating is assigned, so please don't sit randomly. It rained heavily on January 1st, which unfortunately prevented us from taking many good photos of the outdoor scenery. Cape Manzamo was especially beautiful, but the heavy rain made it difficult. The aquarium was nice, but it was very crowded and uncomfortable during the Japanese New Year. If you're interested in American fashion, the last stop, American Village, has many authentic and high-quality clothing items, including fan-made American comic book costumes – you'll have plenty to choose from. Therefore, one hour isn't enough time to explore American Village. If you want to explore properly, you can leave the group and take a bus back to Naha city. I recommend choosing a weekday with good weather for the entire trip; it will be perfect. Otherwise, carrying an umbrella all the time can be quite inconvenient.

The driver was very nice, the trip had plenty of time so I wasn't worried about just rushing through, and the price was very cheap. The seats were comfortable and the space was large. I chose to get off at American Village, and afterwards I could take a bus back on my own.

Transportation to attractions in the north is inconvenient, so joining a day tour solved many problems. Our guide, Qian, was professional, providing interesting and clear explanations of the attractions, and the timing was perfect. Even when we got separated from the group at American Village, the guide explained how to get back on our own, which was very thoughtful.

The staff on site were friendly, and the ride was convenient and quick, taking about 45 minutes. It saved a lot of money and time compared to taking a taxi or bus. Staying on Kokusai-dori and having a good timetable made it very convenient. There were plenty of empty seats on the bus, and the coastal scenery on the way there was stunning.