Okinawa Convention and Visitors Bureau (OCVB) is delighted to announce a number of new attractions for 2023, including a luxury hotel in Naha, a newly-renovated food market, a brand new visitors centre and karate tour. Please see below some details on each.
Southwest Grand Hotel set to open in Naha
Naha is set to welcome the opening of Southwest Grand Hotel this...
In the longevity hotspot of Okinawa, a designated ‘blue zone’ for life expectancy and boasting one of the longest-living populations in the world, it seems more appropriate to celebrate Vegannually rather than Veganuary, as there is no denying that following a vegan diet, prevalent in Okinawan culture, comes with a wealth of benefits. Indeed, Okinawa’s food culture is believed to be a key...
Okinawa is gearing up for the cherry blossom season with a series of events and festivals to welcome visitors keen to witness the earliest showing of this magical display. Thanks to its subtropical climate, the southernmost prefecture of Okinawa enjoys the earliest blooming cherry blossoms in the whole of Japan with some seen as early as mid-January, and they do not only arrive earlier but...
