OKINAWA
Local school visit and cultural activities in the Okinawa Islands
OKINAWA
Okinawa comprises of more than 150 islands in the East China Sea between Taiwan and Japan's mainland. It's known for its tropical climate, broad beaches and coral reefs, as well as its World War II sites. On the largest island (also named Okinawa) is the capital city of Naha, Okinawa Peace Memorial Museum and Churaumi Aquarium, home to whale sharks and manta rays. Naha is easily accessed by a short flight from Tokyo or Osaka. Therefore school groups can enjoy a few days in Tokyo, fly to Naha and finish with a visit to Osaka and Kyoto before returning to Australia.
SCHOOL VISIT
School visit and cultural exchange
Okinawa Homestay Program
EXAMPLE ITINERARY:
3 NIGHTS / 4 DAYS:
Living with a Japanese family is the best way to experience the Japanese way of life and gives plenty of opportunities for students to use the language they have been studying. A homestay in Okinawa allows for the opportunity to have a unique Japanese experience in an island paradise.
DAY 1
Board your short flight from Tokyo to the capital of Okinawa, Naha City.
Visit a local school for cultural and language exchange.
Overnight at Naha hotel or youth hostel.
DAY 2
After breakfast enjoy traditional Japanese and Okinawan cultural activities.
Dinner and stay overnight with host family.
DAY 3
Activities with host family or cultural experiences.
Dinner and stay overnight with host family.
DAY 4
Depart Okinawa in the morning.
Board your short flight either to Osaka or return to Tokyo.
Example itinerary is subject to change.
This itinerary can be combined with a few days in Tokyo and a few days in Kyoto for a combined experience of modern Japan, ancient Japan and Ryukyu islands.
SIGHTSEEING
Churaumi Aquarium