Safe Travel in Okinawa | VISIT OKINAWA JAPAN | Official Okinawa Travel Guide

To ensure a safe and secure vacation in Okinawa

To help all visitors make the most of their time in Okinawa with peace of mind, we kindly ask that you review the latest safety information and guidelines. Your understanding and cooperation are greatly appreciated in ensuring a comfortable and secure experience for everyone.

Things to be aware of while in Okinawa

Pay attention to heat stroke and sunburn

Heat stroke can quickly occur when spending long hours under the hot sun or in hot rooms. We advise you to avoid direct sunlight for long periods, drink plenty of water, and take enough mineral salts. In addition, ultraviolet rays in Okinawa are powerful, so please limit skin exposure to reduce sunburn risk.

Avoid excessive alcohol consumption during your trip

Many people feel unwell due to excessive alcohol consumption, with increasing cases reported of people being rushed to emergency rooms due to alcohol intoxication. So to make your trip a pleasant memory, drink moderately.

Enjoy the sea safely

In Okinawa, you can enjoy several marine recreational activities, such as swimming, snorkeling, and diving. While most provide a harmless and wonderful experience at sea, participants can still run the risk of injury. To prevent potential hazards or emergencies, exercise water sports safety tips, such as swimming in a group, avoiding alcohol, and only entering the water when an experienced guide or lifeguard is present.

Free medical consultation line

0570-050-235

There is a free, 24-hour medical consultation service for international visitors in case of sudden illness or injury. Resident nurses will ask you about your symptoms and offer advice and information on clinics with foreign language-speaking staff on hand.

Available languages: English, Chinese (Mandarin, Cantonese), Korean, Portuguese, Tagalog, Vietnamese, Spanish, Indonesian, Thai, Nepali, French, Russian, Myanmar, Hindi, Mongolian, Persian, Taiwanese (18 languages)

For further information, please refer to the official Guide for when you are feeling ill provided by Japan National Tourism Organization.