Japan 🇯🇵 Okinawa Gyokusen Cave stalactites geological landscape mysterious underground world 🗾

Gyokusendo Cave is a stalactite cave in Nancheng City, Okinawa Prefecture, Japan. It has a history of more than 300,000 years and is one of the largest and most beautiful stalactite caves in Okinawa. This guide will lead you to explore this mysterious underground world. ## Traffic Guide If you are driving from Naha city, you can take National Route 331 from Naha city to the open-air parking lot "Okinawa World Parking Lot" (おきなわワールド停車場), which takes about 30-40 minutes. ## Admission fees and opening hours Gyokusen Cave is located in Okinawa World Kingdom and is basically open every day from 9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. It should be noted that tourists must enter Yuquan Cave with tickets before 4 pm, otherwise they may miss the last admission time. It is recommended to purchase tickets in advance to save time. ## Spelunking Yuquan Cave was discovered in 1967. The cave is about 5 kilometers long, but only 890 meters are open to tourists. The tour route passes through various peculiar geological landscapes such as stalactites and stalagmites. Due to the high humidity in the cave, it is recommended to wear non-slip and comfortable shoes and bring a light jacket with you. ## Nearby attractions After visiting Gyokusen Cave, you will pass by Okinawa World on the way to the exit. There are many attractions worth visiting here, such as: Tropical Fruit Garden, Ryukyu Glass Studio, Kingdom Village, Nanto Brewery, etc. Visitors can experience Okinawa's traditional culture and customs here. ## Things to know before you go - Lighting is limited, please walk carefully and be careful not to bump your head. - If you have heart disease, high blood pressure or other medical conditions, please carefully assess your physical condition before entering the cave. I wish you all a happy and enjoyable journey and leave unforgettable memories in your trip to Okinawa! Good Luck🍀 #OverseasTravel #HotSummerDestinations #JapanTravel