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  • 2026/09/16
    Accommodation Tax Effective from February 1st, 2027
    The accommodation tax will help protect what makes Okinawa special and support new initiatives that enrich your experience.   Further Information: [Accommodation Tax Leaflet (PDF, 393.1 ...
  • 2026/09/10
    Shurijo Castle Seiden general release and prior guidance that it needs reservations
    This autumn, the reconstruction of the Seiden, the main hall of Shurijo Castle, is scheduled to be completed.Shurijo Castle is rising again from the ashes of the tragic fire in 2019, thank...
  • 2026/06/15
    Habu Jellyfish Outbreak Advisory
    The oceans of Okinawa are home to the habu jellyfish, a highly venomous species. Every year there is a surge in the number of sting victims in beach season. In 2025, there were 199 incidents of ...
  • 2026/03/23
    Preserving Our Oceans for the Future Sustainable Marine Leisure
    Coral reefs nurture rich ecosystems and are important sources for both tourism and fisheries. However, increased tourism has resulted in more reports of coral damage due to improper use of popular ...
  • 2026/03/10
    Sefa Utaki – Partial Access Restrictions
      Construction work for preservation and repair will be carried out in some areas of Sefa Utaki, a World Heritage Site in Nanjo City, during the following period.   During the construct...