Churaumi Aquarium
An aquarium famous for the whale sharks in its giant tank, inside Ocean Expo Park.
- Area
- Okinawa · Northern Okinawa (Motobu·Nago)
- Location
- Motobu (north)
- Getting there
- About 2 hours by car from Naha
- Admission
- ¥2,180
- Hours
- 8:30–18:30 (last entry 18:00)
- Closed
- Open every day
As of October 2026 · Prices and hours can change, so check the official website before you go.
More places nearby
Kouri Bridge
A 2 km bridge across emerald waters — a favorite drive.
Nakijin Castle Ruins
Stone castle ruins winding along a ridge. In January–February early cherry blossoms color the walls.
Bise Fukugi Tree Road
A tunnel of fukugi trees enveloping a seaside village — great by bike.
Heart Rock (Tinu Beach)
A beach with a rock carved into a heart shape by the waves, on the north side of Kouri Island.
Nago Pineapple Park
A theme park where you ride a cart through pineapple fields and taste samples.
Emerald Beach
A beach in Ocean Expo Park, home of Churaumi Aquarium, with crystal-clear water.
Nago Pineapple Park
A theme park where you can sample and buy pineapple sweets and wine.
Michi-no-Eki Kyoda
A roadside station near Nago that doubles as a local-products market.