OKINAWA
People enjoy themselves at Minna Beach.

(Photo by Shoji Kudaka/Stripes Okinawa)

Unwind on Minna Island off Okinawa’s Motobu Peninsula. This small crescent-shaped island has many fun water activities to enjoy including snorkeling, parasailing, banana boat rides and more.

Relax on Minna Beach, grab a bite to eat just down the road and explore other parts of this incredible getaway. Just off the coast, uncover what’s beneath the crystal blue waters with a refreshing snorkeling tour.

Check it out!

Toguchi Port

Minna Island (Minna Port)

*A ferry shuttles between the above-mentioned locations between 8:30 a.m. and 4 p.m. The schedule varies depending on the season. For example, from July 20 through Aug. 31, the ferry departs eight times a day from Toguchi to Minna (at 8:30 a.m., 9:30 a.m., 10:30 a.m., 11:30 a.m., 1 p.m., 2 p.m., 3 p.m., and 4 p.m. respectively).  For more info, check out the ferry’s timetable here.

Shoji Kudaka is a writer based in Okinawa. Kudaka covers travel, food and culture for Stars and Stripes Okinawa. When he is not exploring the stunning local beaches or going on treks through jungles and caves, you can find him trying out new recipes he shares online and in the paper.

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