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Tokashiki渡嘉敷
Two days on Tokashiki: one for the two main beaches, a second for snorkeling or diving. A day trip from Naha is possible but rushed.
Tokashiki is the most accessible Kerama island from Naha: 35 minutes by high-speed ferry. Its two main beaches, Aharen and Tokashiku, offer white sand and clear water. The island is small enough to explore on foot or by rental scooter, and diving or whale-watching (Jan–Apr) are the main draws.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- JPY
- Best months
- Apr–Jun, Oct–Nov
- avoid Jul–Aug (typhoon season), Jan–Feb (cooler, less beach weather)
- Airport
- OKA
- Nights
- 2
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Rules in force · 5
- East Asia ↗Every border in East Asia is a full international border, Hong Kong and Macau included: an entry permission for one never covers the next.
- East Asia ↗Ferries between Korea, Japan and China cancel in rough seas and typhoons; keep a flight or a spare day behind every sea leg.
- Japan ↗IC cards (ICOCA/Suica) are topped up with cash at station machines.
- Japan ↗Smoking while walking is banned in most city centres; use designated areas.
- Japan ↗Shinkansen bags 160–250 cm (L+W+H) need a seat reserved with the oversized-baggage area.
Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
In this guide
Not in this guide yet
- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Emergency numbers for Tokashiki110 ▾
- Police110
- Fire and ambulance119
- Japan Visitor Hotline (24 h, English)050-3816-2787
Tap a number to call from your phone. These are the numbers listed in this guide; a row marked check has not been verified.
EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Tokashiki, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Cities are increasingly cashless; temples, small restaurants and some lodging taxes still want cash.Japan-wide
- SIM or eSIMData-only eSIMs are the easy route: buy before you fly; voice SIMs need a residence card.Japan-wide
- Tap waterSafe from the tap everywhere; stations and parks have fountains.Japan-wide
- TippingRestaurants and bars: No tip; staff will chase you to return money left on the table.Japan-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets A/B. US/Canada (A/B): fits · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 100 V: UK and AU 230 V-only devices need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.Japan-wide
- SafetyTokashiki is generally safe.
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- RestroomsFree, clean public toilets in stations, parks and konbini; paper goes in the toilet.Japan-wide
- Emergency numbers110 police · 119 fire and ambulance · 050-3816-2787 Japan Visitor Hotline (24 h, English) (not 911, 999 or 000)
- Sundays & holidaysMuseums close on Mondays (Tuesday when Monday is a holiday); many family restaurants close one weekday, often Tuesday or Wednesday…Japan-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportOKA Naha Airport (Okinawa) (From Naha Airport, take a taxi or bus to Tomari Port (about 20 min by taxi, ¥1,500–2,000 (≈ US$11–14)).).
- Getting aroundLocal buses and hotel shuttles meet ferries at the port (about ¥700 (≈ US$5) round trip).
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- CoffeeCoffee (café)¥400–600 (≈ US$3–5)
- Street or quick mealBeer (can at konbini / draught at restaurant)¥250–350 (≈ US$2–3)¥600–800 (≈ US$5–6)
- Budget bedHostel dorm bed, a night, per person¥3,500 (≈ US$25)
- Mid-range bedGuesthouse private room, a night, per room¥12,000 (≈ US$85)
- High-end bedGuesthouse private room, a night, per room¥18,000 (≈ US$130)
A day, not counting the bed: Budget ¥6,000 (≈ US$45) · Mid ¥12,000 (≈ US$85) · High ¥22,000 (≈ US$150)
Local prices, with USD next to them (rates 2026-09 (approximate); change it in the header). Ranges are desk estimates: check locally. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- OKA Naha Airport (Okinawa) (From Naha Airport, take a taxi or bus to Tomari Port (about 20 min by taxi, ¥1,500–2,000).)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Avoid
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
Feb
Avoid
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
Mar
not flagged
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
Apr
Best
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
May
Best
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
Jun
Best
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Jul
Avoid
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Aug
Avoid
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Sep
not flagged
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Oct
Best
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
Nov
Best
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
Dec
not flagged
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
Best: Apr–Jun, Oct–Nov. Avoid: Jan–Feb, Jul–Aug. Month by month →
Warmest Jul (32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)), coolest Jan (14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C) low), wettest Jun (13 rain days), driest Feb (10). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Tokashiki: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
11 rd
Feb
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
10 rd
Mar
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
12 rd
Apr
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
11 rd
May
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
12 rd
Jun
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
13 rd
Jul
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
11 rd
Aug
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
12 rd
Sep
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
13 rd
Oct
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
11 rd
Nov
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
10 rd
Dec
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
10 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
Local buses and hotel shuttles meet ferries at the port (about ¥700 round trip). Scooter and bicycle rentals available near the port. Walking is feasible between the port and Aharen Village (about 20 min).
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Door to door: About 1 h
High-speed ferry from Tokashiki port (about 20 min) or via Naha
Another Kerama island with excellent beaches and snorkeling.
Akajima
goDoor to door: About 1 h
High-speed ferry from Tokashiki port (about 25 min) or via Naha
Smaller, quieter island; good for a day of hiking and beaches.
Kumejima
cautionDoor to door: About 3.5 h
Ferry from Naha (about 3 h) or flight from Naha Airport
Further away; requires a full day or overnight.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Aharen Village
Closest to Aharen Beach; most guesthouses and dive shops here.
Tokashiku Village
Near Tokashiku Beach; quieter, fewer accommodation options.
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- ¥6,000–9,000 (≈ US$45–65) excl. bed
- Mid
- ¥9,000–15,000 (≈ US$65–110) excl. bed
- High
- ¥15,000 (≈ US$110)+ excl. bed
Trip budget
| Guesthouse private room1 × 2 nights × ¥12,000 | ¥24,000 |
| Food, local transport, entries2 × 2 days × ¥12,000 | ¥48,000 |
| High-speed ferry round trip from Naha (Tomari Port)2 × ¥4,200 · check | ¥8,400 |
| Slow ferry round trip from Naha2 × ¥3,200 · check | ¥6,400 |
| Local bus round trip (port to beach)2 × ¥700 · check | ¥1,400 |
| Snorkel set rental (per day)2 × ¥1,500 · check | ¥3,000 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | ¥9,120 |
| Trip total≈ ¥25,080 per person per day, bed included | ¥100,320≈ US$700 |
2026 estimate in yen; flights and rail passes excluded. Your choices stay in this browser.
Prices of common things
| Coffee (café) | ¥400–600 (≈ US$3–5) |
| Bowl of soba or Okinawa soba | ¥700–1,200 (≈ US$5–9) |
| Beer (can at konbini / draught at restaurant) | ¥250–350 (≈ US$2–3) / ¥600–800 (≈ US$5–6) |
| Scooter rental (per day)check | ¥3,000–5,000 (≈ US$25–35) |
| Bicycle rental (per day)check | ¥1,000–2,000 (≈ US$7–14) |
| Snorkel set rental (per day)check | ¥1,500–2,500 (≈ US$11–17) |
| Dive (one tank, with gear)check | ¥8,000–12,000 (≈ US$55–85) |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Ferry tickets sell out in summer and on weekends: book ahead via the village website.
- The slow ferry (Ferry Kerama, 70 min) is cheaper but runs only once daily; check the schedule.
- Beaches have no lifeguards: swim at your own risk.
- Typhoons can cancel ferries with little notice; have a backup plan.
Emergency numbers
- Police
- 110
- Fire and ambulance
- 119
- Japan Visitor Hotline (24 h, English)
- 050-3816-2787
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Tokashiki渡嘉敷
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ここまでお願いしますTo this address, please
Emergency
- Police110
- Fire and ambulance119
- Japan Visitor Hotline (24 h, English)050-3816-2787
Embassy
The US has a consulate in Naha (check address); most other countries have embassies in Tokyo or consulates in Naha.
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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- High-speed ferry Naha → Tokashiki: about ¥4,200 (≈ US$30) round trip, 35 min (check)
- Slow ferry Naha → Tokashiki: about ¥3,200 (≈ US$25) round trip, 70 min (check)
- Local bus port → Aharen Beach: about ¥350 (≈ US$3) one way (check)
Say or show
- すみません — Excuse me / Sorry (sumimasen)
- ありがとうございます — Thank you (arigatō gozaimasu)
- これをください — This one, please (kore o kudasai)
- いくらですか？ — How much is it? (ikura desu ka)
- カードで払えますか？ — Can I pay by card? (kādo de haraemasu ka)
- トイレはどこですか？ — Where is the toilet? (toire wa doko desu ka)
Ferry schedules change seasonally; check the village website before travel.
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Tokashiki. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: Apr–Jun, Oct–Nov · avoid Jul–Aug (typhoon season), Jan–Feb (cooler, less beach weather) · month by month →
- 1 airport and 2 areas to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 3 day-trips, door to door
- 4 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- Ferry schedule and booking link verified for 2026.
- Snorkel and dive shop hours and rental prices field-checked.
- Beach access and facilities (toilets, showers) confirmed.
- Whale-watching tour operators and season details.
Sources
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