2025 Ogimi Travel Guide: Must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transportation routes (updated in March)

[PR] 🌟We're having an Okibura campaign‼️ 🏝🌺💙🏝🌺💙🏝🌺💙🏝🌺💙🏝🌺💙 🙋‍♀️ You can visit the factory! The farmers wash and squeeze the shikwasa they harvest within 24 hours‼️It's super fresh✨They squeeze the nutritious skin together☺️ 🙋‍♂️September to December is the shikwasa season! In fact, the shikwasa harvest starts in September! It ripens from September to December, but the shikwasa harvested in September is the most nutritious✨The first squeeze in September. Fully ripe in December. You can compare the taste, so please try it! 🙋‍♀️There's also a cafe space! There is also a space where you can eat pasta, pizza, sweets, and more! All the dishes use shikwasa ☺️ The Mont Blanc and tiramisu were especially delicious 💓 You can see the process of making these two dishes through the glass ❣️ 🙋‍♂️ Children can also enjoy it 🌟 When you enter the entrance, a dream tap that dispenses shikwasa juice awaits you 😍 Also! There was a challenge to grab shikwasa and a challenge to pack shikwasa in a bag! Grabbing and bagging is only possible during this harvest season ✨ (until late November) If you are sightseeing in the north, or if it is raining, please come and visit ☺️ ————————————— [Ogimi Shikuwasa Park ✖️ Okibura] If you say "I saw Okibura," you will receive a free drink for every food or dessert order 🎁 Period: Until January 31, 2024 (Reiwa 6) [🏠 Name] Ogimi Shikuwasa Park [📍 Location] 1424-1 Tsunami, Ogimi Village, Kunigami District, Okinawa Prefecture [⏰ Hours] Weekdays 10:00-17:30 Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays 10:00-18:00 [💰 Fees] ・Free tour ・Grab Shikuwasa 100 yen ・Bag Shikuwasa 600 yen ・Pasta 950 yen to 1,100 yen, Pizza 950 yen to 1,900 yen, Sweets 1,000 yen to 1,300 yen 【🚗 Parking】Free private parking available 【🌺 Nearby spots】Roadside Station Ogimi Higashimura Villagers' Forest Tsutsuji Eco Park Okuma Private Beach & Resort Kouri Island Kanucha Resort Neo Park Okinawa, etc. #Shikuwasa #Ogimi Village #Okinawa Tourist Spots #Northern Okinawa #Okinawa Trip #PR #Okinawa Tourism

At the Ogimi Yanbaru Forest Visitor Center Roadside Station, local specialty products unique to roadside stations are sold and there is also a restaurant😊 However, if you go further in, there is a visitor center where you can learn about the Yanbaru forest✨✨ There is a dome theater and a VR experience, so you can enjoy sightseeing even on a rainy day❣️ It's a place you definitely want to stop by while driving🎵 The limited edition Shikwasa Okinawa soba was also delicious🥰🥰 ＊Ogimi Yanbaru Forest Visitor Center Roadside Station 1373 Nerimei, Ogimi Village, Kunigami District, Okinawa Prefecture 905-1307 #Recommended List #Remote Island Trip #Okinawa #Roadside Station

Introducing an interesting souvenir shop in Okinawa, "Ogimi Shikuwasa Park"! The reason I came here is because there is a "dream faucet"!! You can drink Shikuwasa juice for free from this faucet installed in the facility🥤 It has a refreshing sweetness and is very delicious😋 Not only juice, but also delicious sweets made with Shikuwasa are sold inside! Please visit this shop where you can enjoy Okinawa's specialty products🚶 📍Address: 1424-1 Tsunami, Ogimi Village, Kunigami District, Okinawa Prefecture 905-1318 #0 Yen Trip February 2025

Ogimi Village is known for its longevity, but during cherry blossom season, it also becomes a charming hanami destination. The Riverside Park here is lined with cherry trees, creating a tunnel of pink along the quiet river. Walking through this peaceful setting felt like stepping into a hidden paradise, away from the busier tourist areas. The sound of the flowing water combined with the falling sakura petals made for a truly relaxing experience. I loved that the park was mostly visited by locals, giving it an authentic and unspoiled feel. There are also a few small traditional tea shops nearby where I enjoyed a warm cup of Okinawan sanpin-cha (jasmine tea) while admiring the view. If you’re looking for a quiet and intimate cherry blossom viewing spot, Ogimi Village Riverside Park is a perfect off-the-beaten-path destination.

In addition to sunshine, beaches and southern culture, Okinawa is also a great place to explore the ecology of subtropical forests. Kunigami County, located in the northernmost part of the main island, not only has beautiful natural scenery, but is also home to a variety of endemic and endangered species. Those who want to experience the natural side of Okinawa should not miss it. The nearby Hiji-Otaki and Kijoka-no-Nanatsuragi are also great places for hiking and viewing waterfalls. Figure 1: Ada garden hotel, a hotel that provides breakfast, dinner, laundry services and is close to a nature park. Figure 2 and 3: Wild endemic birds: the mountain moorhen and the Okinawa woodpecker Figures 4 and 5: Kiruka's Seven Falls Figure 6 & 7: The forest trail. Cherry blossoms can be seen from time to time in spring. Figure 8: Dinner provided by the hotel. 📍Address: Kunigami District, Okinawa Prefecture 🏖️Environment/Facilities: Nature Learning Center, Forest Park, Camping Site, etc. 🕰️Business hours: All day, but most nature learning centers and parks are only open from 9 am to 5 pm daily 🗓️Itinerary: You can spend a night in Kunigami County to observe the creatures. 🚙Transportation: Self-driving is recommended, as the bus only runs once an hour. However, you can also take bus No. 67 at Nago Bus Station to Hedonai and then transfer to the Kunigami East Line to other places in Kunigami County.

The Yanbaru Art Festival is held in Yanbaru, Okinawa every year from January to February in Ogimi Village. This year's event will be held from Saturday, January 18, 2025 to Monday, February 24, 2025. Admission fee: 500 yen for adults / 300 yen for residents of Okinawa Prefecture. The main venue is the abandoned Ogimi Village Shioya Elementary School. The festival uses classrooms to enjoy unique art by various artists from inside and outside the prefecture. You can also see Okinawa's history and exhibits, and experience the Okinawan atmosphere. After viewing the art, there are classrooms selling Yachimun pottery and miscellaneous goods, so it's also recommended for purchasing souvenirs. During the event, art is exhibited not only at elementary schools but also at hotels in the northern part of the area. It's a good idea to stop by on a drive. It's a spot that can be fully enjoyed even in winter in Okinawa. If you visit Okinawa during the event, be sure to stop by. [Yanbaru Art Festival] Venue: Ogimi Village Former Shioya Elementary School Address: 538 Shioya, Ogimi Village, Kunigami District, Okinawa Prefecture General admission: 500 yen / 300 yen for residents of Okinawa Prefecture Opening hours: 11:00-17:00 Closed: Tuesdays and Wednesdays Parking: Available #Free hotel accommodation #Domestic travel #Okinawa #Okinawa trip #Okinawa tourism

#OkinawaAttractions Oikawataki is a waterfall hidden in the lush mountain forest. Walk along the winding mountain road, surrounded by greenery and fresh air. Passing through the dense woods, suddenly the view suddenly opens up, and the magnificent sight of Oikawa and Taki comes into view. The waterfall pours down from a high place, with splashing water and a majestic sound. The original forest landscape around the waterfall, with green trees surrounding the waterfall and hanging vines, makes you feel like you are in a paradise. I especially like to stand on the observation deck, feel the mist stirred up by the waterfall, and listen to the symphony of nature. A clear pool is formed below the waterfall. The water is crystal clear and sparkles in the sun. There are also several hiking trails around the waterfall nearby, suitable for exploring this green world in depth.

As I was driving towards Yanbaru, I noticed a staff member waving a flag🏁 and decided to stop by. The outside and inside of the store were so cute! I was so full that I could only order a kids' burger, but the other burgers and drinks are definitely delicious! lol Even though it was a kids' burger, it was very filling and delicious! 🍔 The staff were also very kind and we ended up having a great time talking to each other😅 📮 905-1305 65 Okaneku, Ogimi Village, Kunigami District, Okinawa Prefecture Please go and check it out!

#okinawatrip This is a really fun hike. We always bring our kids with us and it's refreshing to dip in the water after a 25 minute hike. The trail is covered by trees so it's not to hot but the rocks can hurt your soles. Make sure you wear water shoes!We had 0 expectations, but it turned out to be great adventure. We were there on Thursday morning in late September, and we were there alone, but to my knowledge it gets pretty crowded. The only way to get there is walking through a river, so expect to get wet. You can rent wet shoes on the parking nearby, which is highly recommended if you don't have any as the rocks are sharp and slippery in places.

Located in Ogimi Village, northern Okinawa, [Yanbaru Shioya Bay Magusukuya] I went to this old-style cafe that opened in January 2024. The interior is spacious, with everything from table seats to tatami seats. It was a nostalgic cafe that had the warmth of being at grandma's house. The menu is also extensive. What I ordered this time was "Singapore Chicken Rice" Tender chicken on top of rice soaked in chicken broth. Colorful side dishes and warm miso soup. Just the taste of home! Everything was delicious and it was a very satisfying lunch. They also serve Okinawa soba and Okinawa miso soup. This time I visited during lunch time from 11:00, but the business hours are from 8:00 in the morning. The morning menu is available until 10:00 in the morning, and the cafe time menu changes from 15:00. Please visit at a good time. [Yanbaru Shioya Bay Magusukuya] Address: 352 Shioya, Ogimi Village, Kunigami District, Okinawa TEL: 0980-43-9692 Hours: 8:00-17:00 Closed: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday Parking: Available #Domestic travel #Okinawa #Okinawa travel #Okinawa tourism #Okinawa gourmet #Okinawa cafe #Northern Okinawa #Yanbaru #Ogimi Village #Old house cafe #Renovated cafe

The Yanbaru tour I booked through JAL Pack starts from Okuma Private Beach & Resort and takes about 3 hours to go around Yanbaru Forest by car. You can choose between 9am and 1:30pm. I took the afternoon tour. There were only two of us, so we were guided in a large car and drove slowly through Yanbaru Forest, and we got off along the way to explain the plants and animals.☺️ It was a little rainy so I was worried, but they contacted me the day before to tell me what they would do if it rained, and they told me that we could go ahead and there are animals you can see more easily if it rains. On days when the weather looks bad, I recommend wearing clothes that you don't mind getting a little wet. A hoodie or something. Sneakers are good for your feet. But we didn't walk much and they even lent us an umbrella. I didn't see any Okinawa rails, but it was a fascinating tour where I could learn about an ecosystem that is different from that of Honshu. #Okinawa #OkinawaTrip #YanbaruForest #YanbaruForestTour