AUGUST TOURS

August 1
10,000 Eisa Dancers on Kokusai * * *
Have you ever seen so many Eisa dancers in one place? Join us for an exciting day on Kokusai St. to see 10,000 traditional Eisa dancers in action! This is a once a year event that will amaze you with their moves. Don’t forget your camera and yen for purchases and lunch.
Noon – 9 pm                   Ad $20, Ch (6-12) $14, Inf (0-5) $5

August 2
MonaKids Jungle - Tour 4 Tots *
Jump around this indoor playground and fun center for kids. This jungle offers an athletic paradise, toddler corner, car and game area, reading and relaxation area, food court, and kids store. Socks are required to play. Please bring yen for snacks & purchases. Only children 0-12 yrs allowed on the playground. Sorry Parents! Tour price included entrance tickets and transportation only.
10 am – 2 pm                         Ad $7, Ch (3-12) $13, (18 mos - 35 mos) $11, (17 mos and under) $5 August 4

August 4
Forest Adventure
Ever want to swing from the trees like a monkey? Well here is your chance. Join us as we visit Forest Adventure, a zip line adventure park located in Onna Village. You will get a chance to zip line across sixteen different obstacles. Children must be at least 55 inches and must be accompanied by an adult (1 adult for 2 children). Participants must not weigh more than 286lbs, no sandals or slip on shoes and long hair must be pulled back. Please bring snacks and yen for purchases.
9 am – 1:30 pm                  Ad $39, Ch (6-17) $31, Inf (0-5) $5

August 6
Japanese Tea Ceremony
Come with us to Urasoe city to experience a traditional Japanese Tea Ceremony, with instruction in this ancient art by the Tea Master herself. You will learn how to prepare, serve and drink traditional green tea. Don’t forget to bring your camera. Fees are included and everyone must wear white socks. Sorry, no children under the age of 12 are permitted.
5:30 pm – 8:30 pm                   Ad/Ch (12 & up) $30  

August 7
Aka Island Day Tour
Aka island is one of the inhabited islands in the Kerama’s. Only a 50 minute ferry ride, Aka Island is one of the most popular islands for snorkeling. Don’t just dream about getting away, come with us and do it for a day by enjoying the beauty of their clear, pristine waters on a white sandy beach. Please pack a lunch, water and your beach gear. Bring yen for extra purchases.
7:30 am – 7:30 pm                   Ad $98, St (6-11) $62, Ch (3-5) $59, Inf (0-2) $5  

August 8
Welcome to Okinawa
Minna Island Tour * *
Enjoy the sand in your toes on the beautiful beach of Minna Island. Join us on a short 15 minute ferry ride out of Toguchi Port. Just pack your bathing suit, sunscreen, towels, swimming gear and a good book! Please don’t forget to pack a lunch and bring extra yen for purchases.
8:15 am – 5:15 pm                   Ad $43, Ch (6-11) $33, Inf (0-5) $5  

August 10
Summer Ice Skating
Join the fun and spend a day at the Southern Hill “COOLEST” Ice Rink. Entrance fee and Skate rental is included. You are required to wear pants, bring gloves and socks. Don’t forget to bring yen for lunch and purchases or pack a lunch. 
10:30 a.m. – 3 p.m.             Ad $29, St (13-17) $26, Ch (7-12) $24, Inf (2-6) w/ skates $13, Inf (0-6) $5

August 11
We R Here 4 U
Okuma & Hiji Falls * * *
Visit and hike one of Okinawa’s most scenic nature trails, Hiji Falls with a stop at Okuma for lunch. Please bring comfortable shoes for hiking, a bathing suit, towel and sunscreen. You will also need to bring US dollars for lunch and purchases.
10:30am– 3 pm                         Ad $27, St (13-17) $25, Ch (7-12) $25, Inf (0-6) $5

August 12
We R Here 4 U
Okinawa Comprehensive Water Park
With the hot sun and high humidity Okinawa can be very “steamy”! There’s only one cure for such a dilemma; WATER PARK! Whether it’s the slides or various kinds of pools, you will find relief. Don’t forget to bring your swimsuit, towels, sunscreen, picnic lunch and drinks.
11 am– 4 pm                         Ad $27, St (6-16) $20, Ch (3-5) $17, Inf (0-2) $5

August 14
Battle of Okinawa  * * *
Join us for a historical tour of the Battle of Okinawa during WWII. Stops will include the Japanese Naval Underground, Peace Prayer Park and the Battle of Okinawa Museum at Peace Prayer Park. Lunch at the Port Hotel is included. Lunch not included in the infant price. Please bring yen for purchases.
9 am – 5 pm                         Ad $45, St (6-12) $36, Ch (4-5) $28, Inf (0-3 w/ no meal) $5

August 14
Explore the North  * * *
Visit some of the most popular sites in Northern Okinawa such as Nakijin Castle Ruins, Nago Pineapple Winery, Orion Beer Brewery and Ryukyu Glass factory where you can make your own glass. A Yakiniku BBQ lunch at the Yanbaru Tropical Garden and all entrance fees are included. (Infant price only includes lunch, not glass blowing)
9 am – 5 pm                         Ad $49, St (13-15) $48, Ch (6-12) $41, Inf (0-5) $11

August 15
Welcome to Okinawa
Okinawa World * * *
Take a stroll through a traditional Okinawan Village where you can view handmade pottery, glass blowing, bingata and much more. You can also explore the underground caves loaded with spectacular stalagmites. Entrance fee is included. You’ll want to bring yen for lunch and purchases.
9 am – 3 pm                   Ad $33, Ch (4-15) $28, Inf (0-3) $5  

August 17
Beaches and Beyond (Marine Park Beach)  * *
Okinawa has so many beaches to explore and enjoy. This month come with us for some fun in the sun at Marine Park located in Nishihara. They also have a playground area you can enjoy before soaking up some rays. Please bring a picnic lunch, yen for any purchases, sunscreen and your beach gear. Prepare to have some fun!
8:30 am – 1 pm                         Ad $14, Ch/Inf (0-12) $5

 August 19
Welcome to Okinawa
Southern Battle Sites Tour * *
Now you can you visit and learn about The Japanese Army Underground Hospital utilized during the Battle of Okinawa along with a tour of the famous Nurses Cave at Himeyuri no To. Please bring yen for lunch and purchases.
9 am – 3 pm                         Ad $31, St( 6-12) $25, Ch (4-5) $22, Inf (0-3) $5     

 August 21
Zamami Island Day Tour *
Enjoy the beautiful island of Zamami with its clear water and tranquil beaches. Zamami is a southern island located in the Kerama’s. We will travel on a relaxing 1 hour ferry ride then take a short tour before enjoying the remainder of the day at the beach. Make sure to pack a picnic lunch, sunscreen, your swimsuit and a towel. Please bring one bag per person and yen for purchases.
7:30 am -7:30 pm                             Ad $113, St (6-11) $91, Ch (3-5) $57, inf (0-2) $5

 August 22
Battle of Okinawa  * * *
Join us for a historical tour of the Battle of Okinawa during WWII. Stops will include the Japanese Naval Underground, Peace Prayer Park and the Battle of Okinawa Museum at Peace Prayer Park. Lunch at the Port Hotel is included. Lunch not included in the infant price. Please bring yen for purchases.
9 am – 5 pm                         Ad $45, St (6-12) $36, Ch (4-5) $28, Inf (0-3 w/ no meal) $5
Fun Day at YYY **
Grab your sunscreen we are going to Ie Island! Whether you play ground golf or lay by the pool, this will be a day to have fun in the sun at the YYY Resort. A short ferry ride and towels are included. Please pack light and and bring yen for snacks or lunch. Don’t forget your swim gear and a change of clothes.
7:15 am-6 pm                                     Ad $48, Ch (6-11) $36, Inf (0-5) $9

 August 23
Welcome to Okinawa
Market Madness "Yomitan/Onna" *
Wouldn’t you like some crisp vegetables, fruit and fresh fish for tonight’s dinner? Then come with us to Yomitan/Onna! We will shop at their largest farmers market and buy the catch of the day at the Yomitan/Onna fish market. Bring yen for your purchases and don’t forget your dinner menu!
9am – 1 pm                      Ad/Ch $16, Inf (0-5) $5     

 August 26
Central 100 Yen Shopping * *
What is a 100 Yen shop? Come with us to find out what and where you can shop till you drop for a bargain! This month we will visit some of the 100 Yen stores in central Okinawa. Please bring plenty of yen for shopping and lunch.
10 am – 2:30 pm                         Ad $12, Ch/Inf (0-15) $5

 August 27
Urashima Dinner Theater
The Urashima Dinner Theater continues to boast traditional Okinawan music and dances. You can choose between an American (Lobster tail & Steak) or an Okinawan (Lobster tail & Sashimi) dinner while you enjoy the live entertainment that has made Urashima so famous. After dinner you will have a chance to pose and take pictures with the dancers in their colorful costumes.
5:30 pm – 10 pm             Ad $77, Ch(6-12) $39, Inf (0-5) (no meal) $5

 August 28
Welcome to Okinawa
Shuri Castle & Shikina-En
Okinawa has a distinct history separate from that of mainland Japan. Learn about the Sho Dynasty with a visit to the famous Shuri Castle and Shikina-En. Entrance fees are included but please bring yen for lunch and comfortable shoes.
9 am –3 pm                    Ad $33, Ch (7-15) $22, If (0-6) $5

 August 29
Manza Resort Beach Fun Day
Come and enjoy a fun day at Manza Beach & Resort. We will enjoy a 30 minute glass bottom boat ride and a scrumptious BBQ lunch buffet. In the afternoon you can sit back, relax and enjoy the beach. Water activities at Manza Resort are not included in the price. Please bring your bathing suit, towel, sunscreen and yen for purchases.
9 am – 4 pm                             Ad $61, St (6-12) $36, Ch (3-5) $28, Inf (0-2) (no meal) $7
Relaxing Day at Hotel Nikko Alivila
Relaxing Day at Hotel Nikko Alivila Treat yourself to a relaxing day at the Hotel Nikko Alivila. A delicious lunch (Chinese style Dim sum), 30-minute facial massage, and a onetime entry spa ticket are included on this special day for “You”. Take advantage of the option to have a relaxing massage for an extra fee based on space available. Please bring a good book, bathing suit, sunscreen and yen for purchases. (Meal & Spa only are included in the Student and Child price)
9 am –4 pm                          Ad $82, St (6-12) $36, Ch (4-5) $29, Inf (0-3) $5

 August 30
Okinawa Craft Exploration
Join this exciting tour and see the artists at work at two of Okinawa’s most famous craft factories. Check out how lacquer ware, glass and pottery crafts are created. You’ll want to bring yen for purchases and lunch.
9 am – 2 pm                         Ad/Ch $22, Inf (0-5) $5