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Originally Posted by Ozy_Flame
I've been there, it's a good chance to see a slower, tropical side of Japan, one that has a distinct culture and a different mood. Great war history stuff there too, the Okinawa Peace Memorial Park is spectacular.
The natural landscape is also incredible - Cape Hedo is worth visiting, and lets you see a lot of the countryside.
I recommend going also to Tokashiki Island by ferry, and exploring. Great outdoor stuff if you are a nature family. Iriomote Island is also great for mangrove forests.
Okinawan cuisine is also a reason to go. Some of the best pork dishes in the world. Mimiga (pork ear) is delicious as all hell. Rafute is also a slow-braised pork belly with sweet soy that is just fantastic.
I highly recommend going there. It feels like Japan stepped back 20 years there, and in the good kind of way (a different place and time).
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I'll add the Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium to that list. I thought it was pretty neat there and would be good for the kid.