Nanjo

Buy your tickets in advance to save time queuing. Yuquan Cave is still spectacular on my second visit, and the taiko drum performance is worth the price of admission.

The weather was beautiful during our trip, and the endless sea in Okinawa was absolutely stunning. Our tour guide, Emi, provided excellent service and used a Line group chat to minimize waiting times for our group members. The day trip was great value for money, and I would definitely book it again for my next trip.

The driver was very nice and a skilled driver. Using the QR code for tickets was very convenient; at Okinawa World, you just scanned the code and got your ticket. The DM (Okinawa World) ticket counter required scanning the QR code, which was more troublesome as you needed to download the Okinawa app for the guided tour. The lunch break was only one hour, which was very short. Since other tour buses also went to the fish market, we had to buy lunch and find seats to eat as well. We almost missed the hour! Everything else was great.

The first day's northern itinerary proceeded smoothly under the guidance of our guide, Yukawa. The entire activity was explained in Chinese, with detailed introductions to the itinerary and Ryukyu culture. The Japanese are very punctual, so everyone cooperated well, boarding the bus on time for the designated meeting time, ensuring a smooth trip. The whale sharks at the Churaumi Aquarium are definitely worth seeing, and the dolphin show is also a must-see – both are fantastic. Kouri Island's beaches are beautifully colored; Mosasa Island is even more beautiful and spectacular than Elephant Trunk Rock in Taiwan, but it's very crowded, so you have to take photos quickly. Senaga Island's Mediterranean-style architecture is perfect for leisurely enjoying coffee and desserts in a café while watching planes land at Naha Airport. We were lucky enough to get a table at the popular "Happiness Pancakes" after about 20 minutes. The second day's southern itinerary, led by our guide, Reiko, was equally enjoyable and completed smoothly. The entire activity was explained in Chinese, with detailed introductions to the itinerary, Ryukyu culture, customs, and lifestyle. As always, each guide informed us beforehand that we hoped everyone would cooperate by being punctual for the entire trip and keeping the bus clean, so please refrain from eating on the bus, especially if it smells bad. Drinks are allowed, but showering is prohibited during the ice season. Chinen Cape boasts beautiful scenery and strong winds. The stalactites in Gyokusen Cave stretch for 890 meters and are truly spectacular. Be careful as the floor is damp. The taiko drum show and snake show are also excellent. Lunch will be at the Itoman Fish Market (own expense), which is relatively expensive. You can choose to shop at either Toyosaki Shopping Center or the Aolai Outlet Mall. We chose Aolai; everyone in our family bought a pair of shoes, purchased cosmetics, and then went to the second floor for tax refund. This is a two-day itinerary for the North and South Taiwan region, perfect for those without a car. The departure meeting point is in front of the Prefectural Government Building. The tour ends in the evening; simply cross the traffic lights 🚥 to Kokusai Street for shopping, finding food, or buying groceries, fruits, and snacks at the Ryoma Department Store. Simple meals are conveniently available back at the guesthouse. The tour guides are excellent, and the bus drivers are very steady – please be punctual! Entrance fees are included. Lunch in the North Taiwan itinerary includes rice balls 🍙 and jasmine tea. Lunch in the South Taiwan itinerary is not included; lunch at the Itoman Fish Market is at your own expense, but the cost is reasonable.