2 days and 1 night trip to "Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium" by " BEB Okinawa Seragaki by Hoshino Resorts". Recommended model course that can be enjoyed without a car.
Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium" is one of the popular spots to visit in Okinawa. The whale shark, the largest fish species in the world, swims freely in the huge aquarium. Although one wishes to visit the aquarium at least once, it is located in the northern part of Okinawa's main island, far from the airport, and visitors tend to think that "you have to drive to get there. However, if you use " BEB Okinawa Seragaki by Hoshino Resorts" as your base, you can easily reach the aquarium by bus. Here, we will introduce not only how to get to the aquarium, but also spots around the hotel.
Points of the model course
- Even if you do not drive or are not good at driving, you can visit the Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium, one of Okinawa's must-see spots.
- In a short period of time, you can visit the sightseeing spots in the central and northern parts of Okinawa.
- Enjoy gourmet food and shopping!
Day 1
Naha Airport
Directions from "Naha Airport" to " BEB Okinawa Seragaki by Hoshino Resorts
Before boarding the bus, please check in your baggage and pack light.
Please leave your baggage before boarding the bus. 800 yen per baggage (no reservation required).
<Naha Airport→" BEB Okinawa Seragaki by Hoshino Resorts
The OAS Airlines Counter located in the Arrival Lobby on the 1st floor of the Domestic Flight Area in Naha Airport accepts baggage shipment between Naha Airport and " BEB Okinawa Seragaki by Hoshino Resorts". If you drop off your baggage by 11:30 a.m. on the same day, it will be delivered to " BEB Okinawa Seragaki by Hoshino Resorts" after 6:00 p.m.
<From " BEB Okinawa Seragaki by Hoshino Resorts" to "Naha Airport
If you drop off your baggage at the Front desk of BEB Okinawa Seragaki by Hoshino Resorts by 10:00 a.m. on the same day, you can pick up your baggage at the OAS Airlines counter in the arrival lobby on the 1st floor of the domestic flight area in Naha Airport after 5:00 p.m. Please pick up your baggage by 7:00 p.m.
<From " BEB Okinawa Seragaki by Hoshino Resorts" to "OMO5 Okinawa Naha by Hoshino Resorts
If you move from BEB Okinawa Seragaki by Hoshino Resorts to OMO5 Okinawa Naha by Hoshino Resorts, please leave your luggage at the Front desk of BEB Okinawa Seragaki by 10:00 on the same day. [You can pick up your luggage at "OMO5 Okinawa Naha by Hoshino Resorts" after 17:00.
Naha Airport Domestic Area 1F Arrival Lobby *"OAS Airlines Counter" (red arrow)

How to take the bus
There are three ways to get to BEB Okinawa Seragaki by Hoshino Resorts by bus without making a stopover.
By local bus
From bus stop No. 3 (see map below with red arrow), take bus No. 120, Nago West Airport Line, bound for Nago Bus Terminal.
The first bus departs from Naha Airport at 8:28 a.m. (buses do not operate before this time).
From "Naha Airport" to " BEB Okinawa Seragaki by Hoshino Resorts" (1 minute walk from "Ota Gohara (Otaku Shibaru)" stop)
( BEB Okinawa Seragaki by Hoshino Resorts is located in front of the "Ota Gohara" stop)
Travel time: approx. 2 hours
Fare: 1,710 yen
Airport Limousine Bus】 Reservations required.
Board at platform ⑫ (indicated by the green arrow on the map below).
4 buses a day (departing from Naha Airport at 13:50, 15:00, 16:10, and 18:10)
From "Naha Airport" to " BEB Okinawa Seragaki by Hoshino Resorts" (stop: Ota-Gohara), 1 minute walk.
Travel time: approx. 1 hr. 30 min.
Fare: 1,800 yen
Okinawa Airport Shuttle】 Reservations required by 5:00 p.m. the day before.
Board at platform (1) (indicated by the orange arrow on the map below).
6 flights a day (departing from Naha Airport at 9:00, 11:00, 12:30, 14:40, 15:30, and 17:00)
From Naha Airport, get off at "Navi Beach Mae" and walk for 15 minutes (walk from the bus stop to BEB Okinawa Seragaki by Hoshino Resorts).
Travel time: approx. 1 hr. 50 min.
Fare: 1,800 yen

From Naha Airport, take bus No. 120, the Nago West Airport Route, bound for Nago Bus Terminal.
From "Naha Airport" to "Kuwae" bus stop, walk for 5 to 10 minutes.
Travel time: approx. 1 hour and 10 minutes
Fare: 900 yen
12:00 Mihama Town Resort American Village
Amusement town with colorful exterior walls
190 stores are lined up. Stop by for lunch!
This amusement town stretches along the overseas coast of the Chatan area in central Okinawa. Lined with cute and colorful buildings, it has a foreign atmosphere as soon as you enter from the Kuwae intersection on Route 58. The "Depot Island" Property complex on the site has buildings A through E, and is a maze of buildings, each of which is unique and interesting in its own way. It is fun just to browse through the various stores, including cafes, restaurants, sundries, fashion, and more.
- Mihama Town Resort American Village
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Mihama, Chatan-cho, Nakagami-gun, Okinawa MAP
Varies depending on the store.
Varies depending on the store
Admission free
098-926-4455(Tourist Information Center of Chatan Town)
From "Kuwae", take bus no. 120, Nago West Airport Line, bound for Nago Bus Terminal.
From "Kuwae", get off at "Ota-Gohara" ( BEB Okinawa Seragaki by Hoshino Resorts) and walk for 1 minute.
Travel time: approx. 1 hour
Fare: 1,150 yen
14:00 Depart from Mihama American Village ("Kuwae" stop)
15:00 Arrive at BEB Okinawa Seragaki by Hoshino Resorts
Once you arrive at " BEB Okinawa Seragaki by Hoshino Resorts," it is time to head out to the surrounding spots.
*Route Bus
Take bus no. 120, Nago West Airport Route, bound for International Passenger Terminal.
Get off at "Onna Village Office" and walk for 20 minutes.
Travel time: 2 minutes
Fare: 190 yen
Manzakage
Okinawa's representative scenic spot
Popular photo spot. The Ryukyu limestone cliffs look like an elephant's nose.
Manzamo" means a field in the Okinawan dialect. The name comes from the fact that the former king of Ryukyu praised the 20-meter-high Ryukyu limestone cliffs and the fields above them as "good enough to seat all people. The sea below the cliffs is crystal clear, and the ocean stretches far into the horizon, offering a beautiful and spectacular view. It is designated as a natural monument of scenic beauty by Okinawa Prefecture.
Manza Beach
Emerald green beach surrounded by coral reefs
Manza Beach is one of the clearest and most beautiful beaches on the main island of Okinawa. The calm waters are swimmable, and the beach is also known as one of the best diving spots in Okinawa, where many rare fish can be seen. Various marine programs such as jet skiing, snorkeling, and dragon boats are also available.
- Manza Beach
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2260 Seragaki, Onna Village, Kunigami-gun, Okinawa MAP
9:00-18:00 (subject to seasonal changes)
Open all year round
Swimming is free, marine program is charged.
098-966-1211 (ANA Intercontinental Manza Beach Resort)
Rental BEB Okinawa Seragaki by Hoshino Resorts→Manza Beach 8-10 min.
BEB Okinawa Seragaki by Hoshino Resorts
Yonna~ Chyu Life
It will open in 2022 in Onna Village, one of the best resort areas in Okinawa. The concept is "Yonna~chu Life," which means "relaxing, taking it easy, and having a wonderful time" in the Okinawan dialect. With condominium-type Guest rooms equipped with kitchen and laundry facilities, the open public space "TAMARIBA" available 24 hours a day, and a swimming pool with gazebo, the hotel offers a comfortable and relaxing stay in Okinawa.
Recommended Guest room: Deluxe suite
All rooms are condominium type with fully equipped kitchen, laundry, and oven range. It is also convenient for long-term stays.
17:00 Swimming Pool with Gazebo
Relax in the open-air swimming pool
The pool is heated in winter and can be used all year round. It is equipped with gazebos and deck chairs for relaxing. After sunset, the pool becomes a night pool.
19:00 BEB Okinawa Seragaki by Hoshino Resorts TAMARIBA
A lively place to gather with friends while enjoying the pleasant night breeze
TAMARIBA is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. The indoor and outdoor areas are seamlessly connected, allowing you to spend your time as you wish, enjoying meals and conversation.
Day 2
08:00 Breakfast (TAMARIBA) at BEB Okinawa Seragaki by Hoshino Resorts
Start your day with a choice of breakfast.
For breakfast, you can choose from four types of breakfasts, including panino, risotto, and a salad-centered plate, depending on your mood that day. Yogurt and free drinks are included.
*If you use the "sightseeing with nothing" service to the airport, leave your luggage at the front desk by 10:00 on the day of your stay.
You can pick up your luggage at the OAS Airlines counter (1st floor arrival lobby) at Naha Airport after 17:00.
(1) From "Ota-Gohara", take the bus No. 120, Nago Airport Line, bound for Nago Bus Terminal.
Get off at Nago Bus Terminal.
Travel time: approx. 40 min.
Fare: 860 yen
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From Nago Bus Terminal, take a bus bound for
Bus No. 65, Motobu Peninsula Line, around Watakuchi,
Bus No. 66, Motobu Peninsula Line, around Nakijin
Bus No. 70, Bise Line, around Shahana
Nago Bus Terminal→get off at Okinawa Kinen Koen-mae (Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium)
Check the timetable in advance for smooth travel.
Travel time: approx. 1 hour
Fare: 1,020 yen
Bus No. 117 Highway Bus "to Orion Hotel Motoburi Resort & Spa
Travel time: Approx. 50 minutes
Fare: 1,020 yen
11:30 National Okinawa Memorial Park (Ocean Expo Park) Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium
Encounter with a wide variety of creatures living in Okinawa's sea
The "Kuroshio Sea" where you can see breathtaking whale sharks swimming freely.
Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium is one of the popular spots in the Ocean Expo Park. From the shallow waters with coral reefs, to the Kuroshio Current where whale sharks and southern manta rays swim, to the mysterious deep sea, visitors can experience the wonder and importance of Okinawa's rich marine environment.
Outside the museum, there is the "Oki-chan Theater" where you can watch a dolphin show, as well as a Property where you can see manatees and sea turtles.
- National Okinawa Memorial Park (Ocean Expo Park) Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium
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424 Aza-Ishikawa, Motobu-cho, Kunigami-gun, Okinawa MAP
8:30-18:30 (Entry deadline: 17:30) *Check the website for extended hours.
Please check the website.
Adults 2,180 yen, High school students 1,440 yen, Elementary/junior high school students 710 yen, Children under 6 free
0980-48-3748
(On foot) *Exit the Ocean Expo Park Central Gate and turn left without crossing the street. Adjacent to Hotel Orion Motobori Resort & Spa
20 min. walk from Ocean Expo Park.
(By bus)* Exit at the Ocean Expo Park Central Gate and take the bus from the bus stop on the left side of the road.
From the "Kinen Koen-mae" bus stop, take bus no. 65, the Motobu Peninsula Route, bound for Watakuchi, Nago Bus Terminal.
Take the bus bound for Nago Bus Terminal from "Kinen Koen-mae" bus stop to "Bise Iriguchi" bus stop.
Travel time: 1 minute
Fare: 190 yen
14:00 Fukugi Namiki in Bise |If you have time before going to Naha Airport, this is the place to go.
Healing walkway with sunlight streaming through the trees
Approximately 20,000 fukugi trees line the beach. ©OCVB
A tree-lined avenue lined with fukugi, trees unique to Okinawa that have long been used as windbreaks in typhoon-prone Okinawa. The oldest Fukugi tree is estimated to be 300 years old. The sound of the trees swaying in the wind, the rustling of leaves, and sunlight streaming through the leaves.... Walking slowly along the 2-km round-trip walking path in the green tunnel, you will feel nostalgic.
From "Bise Fukugi Namiki Iriguchi" to "Naha Airport
(Highway Bus)
From "Hotel Orion Motoburi Resort & Spa" near "Bise Fukugi Namiki Iriguchi", take bus no. 117 bound for Naha Airport.
*The last bus departs at 17:20 (arrives at Naha Airport at 19:46)
Hotel "Orion Motobori Resort" → Get off at "Naha Airport
Travel time: approx. 2 hours 15 minutes to 2 hours 30 minutes
Fare: 3,500 yen
(Reservations required (Okinawa Airport Shuttle)
Board the Okinawa Airport Shuttle at the "Entrance to Fukugi Namiki in Bise.
*Last bus at "Bise Fukugi Namiki" departs at 15:55 / Express bus departs at 15:26
Travel time: approx. 3 hours (2 hours for express service)
Fare: 2,400 yen
14:00 Okinawa Hanasaki Marche |If you have time before going to Naha Airport, go here
A gourmet and shopping area that concentrates the charms of Okinawa
A variety of stores overlooking the ocean
This is the newest spot where you can enjoy gourmet food and shopping with a concentration of Okinawa's charms, lined with popular stores including Starbucks, Pohtama, and Goncha, which opened their first stores in the northern area of Okinawa's main island (Yanbaru). There are many relaxing terrace spaces in the area, where you can enjoy lunch or tea time while looking out at the ocean. While browsing through the stores, try to find your favorites and souvenirs. There is also a store where you can experience painting yachimun (ceramics) and shisa (Okinawan Okinawan Okinawan statues).
- Okinawa Hanasaki Marche
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1421-5 Yamakawa, Motobu-cho, Kunigami-gun, Okinawa MAP
Varies depending on the store *Please check the website for business hours
Open all year round
Admission free
Inquiry: http://www.hanasaki-marche.com/contact/
From "Okinawa Hanasaki Marche" to "Naha Airport
(Yanbaru Express Bus)
Take the Yanbaru Express Bus bound for Naha from Hotel Mahaina Wellness Resort Okinawa.
Last bus departs at 17:20 (arrives at Naha Airport at 19:45)
Hotel Mahaïna Wellness Resort Okinawa" → "Naha Airport" stop
Travel time: approx. 2 hours and 30 minutes
Fare: 1,950 yen
Notes for bus ride
◆Buses may be delayed due to road and weather conditions. Please allow plenty of time for your trip.
When you get off the bus, please check the bus stop and time of the next bus you will board to help you get around.
When you get on the bus, tell the driver where you are getting off and where you are going, and confirm that the bus will stop.
MAP
- Day 1
- Day 2
- Hoshino Resorts facilities nearby



