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Okinawa

The region of Okinawa. A far-southern chain of subtropical islands with white-sand beaches, coral reefs and a distinct Ryūkyū culture all its own. Officially part of the Kyushu region but — over 1,000 miles from Tokyo — very much a separate trip.

Japan, Mayako, Okinawa

Miyako

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Home Miyako Japan’s most dazzling beaches and clearest seas Why go? Go because it has some of the most beautiful

Ishigaki, Japan

Ishigaki

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Home Ishigaki Beaches, reefs and the gateway to the Yaeyama Islands Why go? Go because it’s about as far from

Japan, Naha, Okinawa

Naha

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Home Naha Gateway to the islands, and heart of Ryūkyū culture Why go? Go because it’s the lively capital of

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