Hotels in Central Okinawa, Japan
Central Okinawa is the cultural heart of the Ryukyu Islands, with a subtropical climate that stays warm year-round-temperatures range from 60°F (15°C) in winter to 85°F (30°C) in summer. It's famous for the reconstructed Shuri Castle (a UNESCO site) and the lively Kokusai Street in Naha, while the American Village in Chatan offers a different vibe with its entertainment and shopping. In winter, you can visit the castle without the summer crowds, and in summer, dive or snorkel in the East China Sea at spots like Sunabe Sea Wall; spring and fall are ideal for hiking the mangrove forests of Kayo River or catching live Okinawan folk music-especially the Eisa drumming-at local venues.