Kouri Island Heart Rock (Tinu Beach)

Kouri Island is also known as "Koijima", and is said to be the island of love where the legend of Adam and Eve remains in the Okinawan version.
Address: 2 Kouri, Nakijin Village, Kunigami District, Okinawa Prefecture
Parking: Paid
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Kouri Beach

A swimming beach with amazing transparent water at the foot of Kouri bridge.
A great viewing spot where you can enjoy the view of the blue sea, pure white sandy beach, and the Kouri bridge.
Swimming period: The beginning of April until the middle of October
Address: South side of Kouri, Nakijin Village, Kunigami District, Okinawa Prefecture
Parking: Free
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Tokei Beach

Tokei Beach, located at the northernmost tip of Kouri Island, is a quiet, beautiful beach that can be reached by walking along a path that extends from the loop road to the sea. Due to the shallow water, swimming is possible except during low tide. With high transparency allowing for fish sightings, snorkeling can also be enjoyed.
No specific swimming period
Address: North side of Kouri, Nakijin Village, Kunigami District, Okinawa Prefecture
Parking: Free
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Chigunu Beach

There is a legend in Ryukyu mythology that this place, called the "Cave of Beginnings," is considered the birthplace of humanity. It is said to be where the male and female counterparts equivalent to Adam and Eve in the Okinawan version existed.
No specific swimming period
Address: South side of Kouri, Nakijin Village, Kunigami District, Okinawa Prefecture
Parking: None
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Kouri Island Ocean Tower

On the indoor observatory floor, you can enjoy the beautiful scenery that extends out from the window frame like a painting.
We sell advance tickets (10% off admission) at the concierge desk.
Hours: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM (Last admission 5:30 PM), open all year round (temporarily closes during bad weather conditions such as typhoons)
Address: 538 Kouri, Nakijin Village, Kunigami District, Okinawa Prefecture
Tel: +81-980-56-1616
Parking: Free
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Nakijin Castle Ruins

It is a nationally designated historic site and one of the world heritage sites "Gusuku Sites and Related Properties of the Kingdom of Ryukyu". It boasts a site area comparable to Shuri castle.
Hours: Open all year round
Regular hours (January to April, September to December): 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM (Last entry 5:30 PM)
Summer hours (May to August): 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM (Last entry 6:30 PM)
Address: 5101 Imadomari, Nakijin Village, Kunigami District, Okinawa Prefecture
Tel: +81-980-56-4400
Parking: Free
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Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium

In the large "Kuroshio Sea" aquarium, you can see a wide variety of fish swimming including 8.8m long whale sharks and manta rays.
Hours:
Regular hours: 8:30 AM – 6:30 PM (Last admission 5:30 PM)
Summer hours: 8:30 AM – 8:00 PM (Last admission 7:00 PM)
Address: 424 Ishikawa, Motobu-cho, Kunigami District, Okinawa Prefecture
Tel: +81-980-48-3748
Parking: Free
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Ocean Expo Park

Ocean Expo Park is a national park built on the site of the International Ocean Exposition held in 1975. Inside the park, there is the popular “Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium,” which boasts the world’s largest aquarium tank, as well as facilities that can be used free of charge, such as a dolphin show and a sea turtle aquarium.
Hours: Last entry 30 minutes before closing
Regular hours (October to February): 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Summer hours (March to September): 8:00 AM – 7:30 PM
Closed days: First Wednesday in December and the following day (Thursday)
Address: 424 Ishikawa, Motobu-cho, Kunigami District, Okinawa Prefecture
Tel: +81-980-48-2741
Parking: Free
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Unten Observatory

The observatory is located in the Unten Forest Park on a hill overlooking Unten Port, and is popular with tourists for its panoramic view of the Kouri Bridge.
Address: 36 Unten, Nakijin Village, Kunigami District, Okinawa Prefecture
Tel: +81-980-56-2101 (Nakijin village economic division)
Parking: Free
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Arashiyama Observatory

It is an observation deck from which you can overlook Yagaji Island, Kouri Island, and Haneji Inland Sea.
Address: 1460-2 Goga, Nago City, Okinawa Prefecture
Parking: Free
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Fukugi tree road in Bise

The Fukugi trees that were planted around the houses as a windbreak are lined up, forming a tree-lined road of about 1km long to Bisezaki. Rental bicycles and water buffalo carts require a reservation.
Hours: Open all year round for 24 hours
Address: 389 Bise, Motobu-cho, Kunigami District, Okinawa Prefecture
Tel: +81-980-47-3641
Parking: Free
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JUNGLIA OKINAWA

A hands-on theme park that opened on July 25, 2025, in the Yambaru area of northern Okinawa.
Set in lush subtropical forests, it offers a variety of experiences, from thrilling attractions and Okinawan gourmet cuisine to a spa with stunning views of Yambaru.
Hours: Vary by date. Please check the official website for details.
Address: Gogayama, Nakijin Village, Kunigami District, Okinawa Prefecture
Parking: Paid
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Nago Pineapple Park

Nago Pineapple Park in Nago City is a theme park filled with pineapples, tropical fruits, and vivid plants.
Hours: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM (Last admission 5:30 PM), open all year round
Address: 1195 Biimata, Nago City, Okinawa Prefecture
Tel: +81-980-53-3659
Parking: Free
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Orion Happy Park

This is a sightseeing spot where you can enjoy a tour of the manufacturing process and try freshly made Orion beer. Only customers who have made a reservation in advance are allowed to enter.
Hours: 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Open: Tuesday to Saturday
Address: 2-2-1 Agarie, Nago City, Okinawa Prefecture
Tel: +81-570-00-4103
Parking: Free
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Neo Park Okinawa

100 kinds of animals live freely and lively without barriers in a vast site about 5 times the size of Tokyo Dome.
Hours: 9:30 AM – 5:30 PM (Last entry 5:00 PM), open all year round
Address: 4607-41 Nago, Nago City, Okinawa Prefecture
Tel: +81-980-52-6348
Parking: Free
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Ta-taki Waterfall

It is a very popular spot among locals and tourists, where you can go on a big adventure through subtropical forests, up the river, and meet tropical plants and creatures.
Hours: 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM (Last entry 4:00 PM)
Address: 1570-1 Tsuha, Ogimi Village, Kunigami District, Okinawa Prefecture
Tel: +81-980-40-9017
Parking: Paid
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Cape Hedo

It is the northernmost cape on the main island of Okinawa. From the desolate cliffs you can see Yoron Island in Kagoshima Prefecture on the horizon. Cape Hedo is known as a former homeland return base.
Hours: Open all year round for 24 hours
Address: 973 Hedo, Kunigami Village, Kunigami District, Okinawa Prefecture
Parking: Free
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Kouri Island Marine Club Zanmarine

The first diving and marine service shop on Kouri Island.
Hours: 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Address: 30-1 Kouri, Nakijin Village, Kunigami District, Okinawa Prefecture
Tel: +81-980-56-5136
Parking: Free
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COCONUTS CLUB

You can try marine sports while enjoying the beautiful emerald blue sea of Kouri Island. Coconuts club provides Kouri beach round trip plans including banana boats, snorkels, Instagrammable plan, etc.
Hours: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Address: 355 Kouri, Nakijin Village, Kunigami District, Okinawa Prefecture
Tel: +81-980-56-5723
Parking: Free
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Kouri Island Glass Boat Marine

Take a leisurely journey through the beautiful sea and underwater nature around Kouri Island on a glass-bottomed boat.
Hours: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Address: 247 Kouri, Nakijin Village, Kunigami District, Okinawa Prefecture
Tel: +81-70-1949-9966
Parking: Free
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Good Good Sun

In small groups, you can leisurely enjoy SUP, sea kayaking, and snorkeling. The most popular activity at the Japan SUP Instructors Association certified school is the SUP tour.
Hours: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Meeting place:
If it's a spot in Nakijin Village or the direction of Motobu: 555 Yonamine, Nakijin Village, Kunigami District, Okinawa Prefecture
If it's a point on Kouri Island: 2591 Kouri, Nakijin Village, Kunigami District, Okinawa Prefecture
Tel: +81-90-2734-1898
Parking: Free
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TRUE BLUE

In front of you is a breathtaking ocean view! This is a workshop where you can experience transforming marine plastic waste from Okinawa into accessories, keychains, and lampshades.
Hours: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Holidays: Wednesdays
Address: 385 Kouri, Nakijin Village, Kunigami District, Okinawa Prefecture
Tel: +81-80-4810-7460
Parking: Free
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Restaurant L LOTA

Hours: 12:00 PM – 2:40 PM (Last order), 5:30 PM – 8:00 PM (Last entry)
Holidays: Thursdays
Address: 466-1 Kouri, Nakijin Village, Kunigami District, Okinawa Prefecture
Tel: +81-980-51-5031
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KOURI SHRIMP

Hours: 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM, open all year round
Address: 314 Kouri, Nakijin Village, Kunigami District, Okinawa Prefecture
Tel: +81-980-56-1242
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Cafe Kouriya

Hours: 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Holidays: Wednesdays and Thursdays
Address: 2248 Kouri, Nakijin Village, Kunigami District, Okinawa Prefecture
Tel: +81-980-56-3123
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Tutan

Hours: 5:30 PM – 10:00 PM (Last order)
Holidays: Irregular
Address: 527 Untenbaru, Nago City, Okinawa Prefecture
Tel: +81-980-52-8039
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Kurumaebi Kitchen TAMAYA

Hours: 11:30 AM – 5:30 PM (Last order)
Holidays: New Year holidays
Address: 285 Untenbaru, Nago City, Okinawa Prefecture
Tel: +81-980-52-8080
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Avocafe Okinawa

Hours: 8:30 AM – 10:30 AM, 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM (Last order)
Holidays: Irregular
Address: 71-1 Yohena, Nago City, Okinawa Prefecture
Tel: +81-980-52-8182
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Nakijin Agu Pork Restaurant Nagadoya

Hours: 5:00 PM – 9:30 PM (Last order), open all year round
Address: 710-1 Tamaki, Nakijin Village, Kunigami District, Okinawa Prefecture
Tel: +81-980-56-4782
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Hormone Roast Meat Tavern, Usinoibukuro

Hours: 5:30 PM – 9:00 PM (Last order)
Holidays: Sundays, public holidays, and other irregular days
Address: 155 Nakasone, Nakijin Village, Kunigami District, Okinawa Prefecture
Tel: +81-980-43-0739
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PARAMITA

Hours:
Mondays and Fridays: 11:30 AM – 4:00 PM
Saturdays and Sundays: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Holidays: Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays
Address: 278-3 Nakasone, Nakijin Village, Kunigami District, Okinawa Prefecture
Tel: +81-90-8511-0607
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Nakijin Restaurant Sango Table

Hours: 5:00 PM – 8:30 PM (Last entry)
Holidays: Wednesdays and other irregular days
Address: 371-4 Nakasone, Nakijin Village, Kunigami District, Okinawa Prefecture
Tel: +81-90-1946-8524
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Okinawa Soba Nakijin Ichifuji

Hours: 11:00 AM – 3:30 PM
Holidays: Mondays and the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays of each month
Address: 296 Nakasone, Nakijin Village, Kunigami District, Okinawa Prefecture
Tel: +81-980-56-3133
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Nakijin Soba

Hours: 11:30 AM – 4:00 PM (Last order)
Holidays: 1st and 3rd Tuesdays of each month
Address: 181 Shoshi, Nakijin Village, Kunigami District, Okinawa Prefecture
Tel: +81-980-56-5782
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Showa Izakaya Hokuzan Shokudou

Hours: 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM (Last order)
Holidays: Sundays
Address: 3570 Imadomari, Nakijin Village, Kunigami District, Okinawa Prefecture
Tel: +81-980-56-1555
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FIFI PARLOR

Hours: 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Holidays: Irregular
Address: 1335-4 Goga, Nago City, Okinawa Prefecture
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Kouri Island Station Sorahashi

Hours: 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM, open all year round
Address: 323-1 Kouri, Nakijin Village, Kunigami District, Okinawa Prefecture
Tel: +81-980-56-2128
Parking: Free
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DRIVE IN Rikarika Warumi

Hours: Store 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM, Food and Drink 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM, Terrace 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Holidays: Irregular
Address: 1124-5 Amesoko, Nakijin Village, Kunigami District, Okinawa Prefecture
Tel: +81-980-56-1223
Parking: Free
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Nago Okashigoten

Hours: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM, open all year round
Address: 1024-1 Nakayama, Nago City, Okinawa Prefecture
Tel: +81-980-54-8515
Parking: Free
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Haneji station Yambaru Tamago

Hours: 9:30 AM – 6:00 PM, open all year round
Address: 763-1 Makiya, Nago City, Okinawa Prefecture
Tel: +81-980-58-2358
Parking: Free
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Kyoda Station Yambaru Bussan Center

Hours: 8:30 AM – 7:00 PM, open all year round
Address: 17-1 Kyoda, Nago City, Okinawa Prefecture
Tel: +81-980-54-0880
Parking: Free
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JA Yambaru Farmers Market

Hours: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Holidays: New Year holidays, the last day of Obon, and occasional irregular days
Address: 4-6-37 Miyazato, Nago City, Okinawa Prefecture
Tel: +81-980-50-9885
Parking: Free
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