How many airports are in Okinawa?
13 Airports
Did you know that there are 13 airports (excluding US military facilities) in Okinawa including airports on remote islands? If you are planning to visit one of these remote islands, you should know about the airports there.
What is the cheapest airport in Japan to fly into?
Tokyo Haneda
Tokyo Haneda Taking first prize here as the cheapest airport to fly to in all of Japan is Haneda Airport, which can be found jutting its way out into the waters of Tokyo Bay on the southern fringes of the sprawling capital itself.
How do I get to Okinawa?
Airplane and ferry are the only ways to get to Okinawa Island and both will take you to the capital city of Naha. Naha Airport is the fifth largest airport in Japan and has flights from more than 20 cities all over the country plus international flights to and from Seoul, Taipei, and Shanghai.
How do I get from Okinawa to mainland?
Do you need a visa to go to Okinawa?
You must have a valid passport and an onward/return ticket for tourist/business “visa free” stays of up to 90 days. Your passport must be valid for the entire time you are staying in Japan.
Do you need a car in Okinawa?
If you are not driving in Okinawa, you can get around mainly by the Yui Rail, buses, taxis or bicycles. The best ways are definitely the Yui Rail and buses, especially if you are planning to explore further parts of the island and do not wish to burn a hole in your pockets.
Is there a train from Okinawa to Tokyo?
Trains from Okinawa to Tokyo The railroad connecting two cities is about 1309 miles. The trip takes approximately 34 hours. The average city-to-city ticket will cost around 865 USD.
Is Okinawa part of USA?
During the American military occupation of Japan (1945–1952), which followed the Imperial Japanese surrender on September 2, 1945, in Tokyo Bay, the United States controlled Okinawa Island and the rest of the Ryukyu Islands. The Amami Islands were returned to Japanese control in 1953.