OKINAWA, JAPAN (2026) | How To Visit The BEST ISLANDS In Okinawa (Kerama Islands Travel Guide)

OKINAWA, JAPAN (2026) | How To Visit The BEST ISLANDS In Okinawa (Kerama Islands Travel Guide)

Located in the southernmost part of Japan, Okinawa is a stunning subtropical prefecture that’s made up of around 160 islands. Unlike the volcanic origins of mainland Japan, many of these islands were formed from elevated coral reefs, giving them a unique limestone geography. Historically, this region flourished as the independent Ryukyu Kingdom, a cultural bridge between Japan and China, before being annexed in 1879.
A highlight of this archipelago is the Kerama Islands, protected as Keramashoto National Park. These 30-plus islands are known for their transparent waters, vibrant coral reefs, white sandy beaches, and laid-back atmosphere. In this video, we’ll guide you through visiting the Keramas, exploring what each inhabited island offers. Finally, we will cover travel tips and logistics.

🚢 OKINAWA FERRY LINKS
☑️ Ferry info between Okinawan islands: https://visitokinawajapan.com/plan-your-trip/getting-around-okinawa/ferries-between-islands/
☑️ Ferry Naha to Aka / Zamami: https://www-vill-zamami-okinawa-jp.translate.goog/tourismIndex.html?_x_tr_sl=ja&_x_tr_tl=en&_x_tr_hl=j
☑️ Ferry Naha to Tokashiki: https://www-vill-tokashiki-okinawa-jp.translate.goog/index.html?_x_tr_sl=auto&_x_tr_tl=en&_x_tr_hl=en

😴 WHERE TO STAY IN OKINAWA & THE KERAMAS:
– Zamami: Kanasuba ($$$): https://www.booking.com/hotel/jp/kanusuba-zamami.en.html?aid=7936148&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2
– Aka: Urakerama ($$$): https://www.booking.com/hotel/jp/su-urakerama-urakeram.en.html?aid=7936148&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2
– Tokashiki: Kerama Terrace ($$$): https://www.booking.com/hotel/jp/kerama-terrace.en.html?aid=7936148&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2
– Naha: Prince Smart Inn Naha ($$): https://www.booking.com/hotel/jp/prince-smart-inn-naha.en.html?aid=7936148&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2

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– Hiroshima: https://youtu.be/I3HsYv4sNms
– Takayama: https://youtu.be/iI20EyJZZ2o
– Kanazawa: coming soon!
– Japan Top 10: coming soon!
– Japan Travel Guide + Itinerary: coming soon!

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‼️ Note: some (drone) shots are stock footage from Canva

🎵 MUSIC CREDITS:
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Rejoice in the morning by The David Roy Collective
Home Is Where You Are No Backing Vocals by IamDayLight
Sakura Fubuki by SPEARFISHER
Mistake by Magiksolo

🎥 VIDEO CHAPTERS:
0:00 Intro
1:26 Zamami Island
3:45 Aka and Geruma Islands
5:41 Tokashiki Island
8:24 Kerama Islands Travel Tips

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