(Day 3: Circumnavigating the Main Island) Discover Okinawa's New Charms Along the East Coast

This is a park where you can easily enjoy the natural beauty of the mangroves.

Located in the East Coast region of Nago City, Okinawa Prefecture, this seaside farmers’ market is operated by 10 local communities that have pooled their resources to promote a rich local lifestyle and revitalize the area.

With large-scale play equipment and extensive facilities, it’s just like a theme park! The only Roadside Station facing the east coast of Okinawa Island, Roadside Station “Ginoza” is a unique destination. It reopened in April 2018 as a key tourist hub for Ginoza Village, a place known for its water, greenery, and sunshine. Set amidst a landscape rich in nature—with the Pacific Ocean right in front, the Kanna Fukuchi River flowing alongside, and Kanna Dam on the hills behind—this Roadside Station offers a truly scenic setting.

This is a stunning beach with miles of white sand.
It is fully equipped with facilities such as gazebos, showers, and fitness equipment.

This is a multipurpose sports field featuring three restrooms, a walking path, and playground equipment.

Located in the central section of the Underwater Road connecting the Yokatsu Peninsula and Henza Island, the Umi no Eki Ayahashi-kan features a shop selling Uruma City specialties, a buffet restaurant, a fresh seafood counter, an ice cream stand, and an outdoor stage. On the second floor is the “Marine Culture Museum,” which houses a collection of historical and folklore materials related to the Yokatsu Peninsula.

This is a multipurpose sports field equipped with restrooms and playground equipment.

Located in Uruma City, Okinawa Prefecture, Katsuren Castle (Katsuren Gusuku or Katsuren-jō) is the site of a gusuku (castle) known as Amawari’s Castle. The castle was built on a hill at the southern base of the Katsuren Peninsula and consists of the South Castle, the Middle Castle, and the North Castle.