Okinawa World

The coach is very dedicated and enthusiastic; we can communicate in basic English; the environment is safe.

Tickets are easy to purchase, and the park offers a wealth of activities. Yuquan Cave is spectacular, and there are also interactive experiences such as costume workshops, snake shows, and taiko drum performances, making it excellent value for money.

Upon arriving at the morning meeting point, a person in charge explained the day's itinerary clearly and the route was well-organized. Following their explanation was smooth, and there was no need to worry about transportation. After boarding the bus, the tour guide explained Okinawa to the passengers. Although it was in Japanese and I couldn't understand it very well, he still explained things very attentively. The first stop was Gyokusendo Cave. The natural scenery inside is something you can't see in Taiwan, and it's definitely worth seeing. We entered as soon as the park opened, so there weren't many people, making it great for taking photos. After leaving Gyokusendo Cave, the other areas in the park are also worth exploring. We went to a pearl shop, which I highly recommend! Each shell contains a pearl, and the price is very cheap. For an additional fee, they can make it into necklaces, earrings, and other jewelry. Our second stop was Gangala Valley. First, a big thank you to Mr. Yamashita for his excellent guidance. He explained things very well and even took photos for everyone individually. He was a very dedicated and responsible guide. I recommend this spot to nature lovers, as it's an 80-minute walk and quite physically demanding, but the scenery is absolutely worth seeing. The explanations were in Japanese, but they provided translation cards, so don't worry about not understanding. Before we started, they even sprayed us with mosquito repellent and gave us jasmine tea – very thoughtful. Finally, we visited the Ryukyu Glass Village, where you can see glassmaking techniques. The visit isn't very long, and it's the last place where you can enjoy the air conditioning and take photos. Overall, I highly recommend this trip! 👍👍👍👍

The itinerary was relaxed and not rushed, with ample time allocated to each stop. The DMM Aquarium, in particular, is definitely worth a visit; the close-up experience is truly rare. Yuquan Cave was also impressive; while not the kind of breathtaking experience with dramatic elevation changes, it offered a wide variety of exhibits and a smooth overall flow. Taking your time to explore the entire park, including a short break and some snacks, was just the right amount of time.