Kouri Bridge
Blue water stretches beneath the bridge as Kouri Island’s greenery comes into view.
Things to do
Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium
Your travel notes
Pause in front of a vast aquarium window and look closely at Okinawa’s marine life. Churaumi Aquarium also pairs with a coastal break in Ocean Expo Park and a wider visit to Motobu.
What to look out for
- The Kuroshio Sea main tank
- Whale sharks and manta rays
- A visit within Ocean Expo Park
Give the main tank more than a passing glance
The aquarium’s signature Kuroshio Sea tank holds 7,500 cubic meters of water. Alongside the whale shark and other marine life, notice differences in scale between animals near the glass and fish farther away. Spending time at one window reveals more than moving quickly between displays.
From underwater displays to Motobu scenery
Check the day’s visitor information and choose the exhibits that interest you most. After the indoor visit, leave room for a break with a sea view in the park. On a drive around Motobu, the Bise Fukugi Tree Road adds a contrasting stop among the greenery of a traditional neighborhood.
TRIP IDEAS
Ideas for your visit
One suggested way to include this stop in a walk or drive.
- Check the day’s information Choose key exhibits and look at the visitor map before starting.
- Spend time at the main window Compare the scale and movement of the animals in the Kuroshio Sea tank.
- Add a green neighborhood walk Include Bise Fukugi Tree Road as a separate stop around Motobu.
Visitor information
| Area | Northern OkinawaMotobu | Category | Parks & attractions |
|---|---|---|---|
| Before visiting | Animals on display and programs can change. The aquarium’s official site provides opening, admission and current exhibit information. | ||
| Related links | Official visitor information | ||
CategoriesParks & attractions
Bise Fukugi Tree Road
Walk shaded lanes through the Fukugi trees of Bise to discover glimpses of village life and sea.
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Nakijin Castle Ruins
Long stone walls open toward the hills and sea around Nakijin Castle Ruins.
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