Overview
Inside Ocean Expo Park on the island's north, the 10m-deep, 35m-wide Kuroshio Sea tank holds 8m whale sharks and squadrons of manta rays — the first aquarium in the world to keep multiple whale sharks. A huge natural-light coral tank is another highlight, and the free dolphin theater, Emerald Beach and sea-turtle pools share the same park for an easy half day. It's about 2 hours by car from Naha, so anchor your northern itinerary here.
💰 Tickets
Adults JPY 2,180, high-schoolers JPY 1,440, younger students JPY 710; after 4pm adults pay JPY 1,510.
🎟️ Check ticket prices →Opening Hours
8:30-18:30 (until 20:00 in high season; closed first Wed-Thu of December)
🚇 Getting there
About 2 hours by car from Naha Airport via the expressway; the Yanbaru express bus takes about 2.5 hours if you're not driving.
⏱️ How long to visit
About 2-3 hours; half a day for the whole Ocean Expo Park.
🌅 Best time to visit
Quietest right at opening or after 4pm — tour buses dominate 10am-3pm.
Travel Tips
Feeding times (around 3pm and 5pm) pack the tank window — claim a spot 30 minutes early. Convenience-store and online tickets beat the gate price.
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🇰🇷 Tips for Korean Travelers
Practical info for Korean travelers heading to Okinawa, Japan from Seoul (ICN).
Korean Passport · Visa
Check visa rules for Japan on the Korean MOFA travel advisory site before flying — visa-free, visa-on-arrival or e-visa rules change often. Keep at least 6 months of passport validity.
Flight from Incheon (ICN)
Compare direct and connecting flights from Incheon (ICN) to Okinawa on Skyscanner or Google Flights. Early-morning departures from Korea are usually the cheapest option.
KRW ↔ Local Currency
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Korean Community · Korean Food
Many cities have an active Korean community in Okinawa with Korean restaurants, mini-marts, and Korean-speaking guides. Search Naver Cafe or KakaoTalk open chats for "Okinawa 한인" before you go.
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Things to Do in Okinawa
Blue Cave Snorkeling & Diving
Meet the glowing blue water inside Cape Maeda's sea cave — Okinawa's signature marine activity, beginner-safe with a guide.
Northern Coast Drive (Kouri Bridge & Manzamo)
Cross Kouri Bridge over emerald shallows, pass Manzamo's cliffs and end at Churaumi — the essential Okinawa drive.
Kerama Islands Snorkel Tour
Boat out from Naha into the world-famous 'Kerama Blue' for coral gardens and sea turtles.