Local Supporter Ayano Inamine

Local Supporter

Ayano Inamine

Okinawan staff

A healing presence with a gentle smile and tone, but surprisingly, I am a self-proclaimed impatient person who acts quickly. I love not only the ocean but also the culture and history of Okinawa, and I am putting that passion to great use in my work. I am an Okinawan staff member who was born and raised here and loves Okinawa dearly.

HOSHINOYA Okinawa: Located in Yomitan Village in the central part of Okinawa Island, about a 60-minute drive from Naha Airport, HOSHINOYA Okinawa opened on July 1, 2020. The property stretches along a beautiful coastline and is enclosed by a "Gusuku Wall," inspired by Okinawa's historic "gusuku" castle ruins. The facility features oceanfront guest rooms, a pool open to the sea that can be enjoyed year-round, and a dojo that serves as a hub for activities, among various other public areas. For dining, guests can enjoy "Ryukyu Siciliana," a fusion of Okinawan ingredients and Sicilian culinary techniques. In this space that gathers the luxuries of Okinawa, you can enjoy a stay that feels like living while gazing out at the sea.

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Local Supporter FAQ

What are your recommended spots in the Yomitan area?: Gala Aoi Umi is a complex that brings together Ryukyu glass making experiences, yachimun (pottery) experiences, and diving shops.
Since you can take your Okinawa experiences home with you, it is a recommended place for making memories.
Also, there is a local American-style pizza shop, so I think it is a place where you can feel the duality of Okinawa, where both Okinawan and American cultures remain.

Please secretly tell us some hidden gems that only a local would know.: I recommend a beach called Zanehama, located behind Cape Maeda, about a 15-minute drive from HOSHINOYA Okinawa.
On sunny days, you can see fish and starfish in the shallows.
Zanehama has deep historical significance; there is a rock window that was opened during the war to place a gun emplacement.
Although it is currently used as a photo spot, it is also registered as a cultural property, making it a valuable beach where you can learn about history.

What is a trip that remains in your memory?: My trip to Thailand for my graduation trip with university friends left a lasting impression on me. Thailand is famous for its rich food culture, and I was so shocked that I could eat a one-plate meal for 100 yen that I ate it about five times during my stay. I also still vividly remember the moment I was able to hold a baby tiger and take a picture, which had been a dream of mine.

How do you spend your days off?: Going to the beach, going to the mountains, going to waterfalls,
going to cafes... People often think Okinawa only has the ocean, but it is also rich in greenery, so I basically spend my time enjoying Okinawa's nature.
After that, I often go to a cafe.
Delicious food after moving around on a day off is the best.

Is there anything you always bring with you when you travel?: My travel item is an Instax camera. I also keep travel memories on my phone, but the good thing about an Instax is that you can print the memories you just captured right away. I like it because I can share the fun of the trip on the spot, whether by giving photos to friends I traveled with or giving them as gifts to people I meet locally.