Hotels in Northern Okinawa, Japan
Northern Okinawa covers a lush stretch of Japan's subtropical islands, famous for its ancient Yanbaru Forest and the world-class Churaumi Aquarium near Motobu. Winters are mild (around 60°F / 15°C), perfect for hiking trails to hidden waterfalls, while hot summers (near 90°F / 32°C) are best for snorkeling with manta rays off the pristine beaches of Sesoko Island. From December to March, you can spot humpback whales breaching off Cape Hedo, but if you visit June through August, beat the heat at the aquariums or kayak through mangrove forests along the Taiho River.