Lonely Planet Okinawa & the Southwest Islands: Plan the Trip of a Lifetime | Detailed Itineraries & Maps | Insider Tips | Covers Kume-jima, Kerama Islands, Yaeyama Islands and more (Travel Guide) - Softcover

Yanagihara, Wendy; Goss, Rob; McLachlan, Craig; Okazaki, Manami; Walker, Benedict

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1837588201 ISBN 13: 9781837588206

Publisher: Lonely Planet, 2026

Synopsis

Dive headfirst into Okinawa & the Southwest Islands and discover everything you need to know to plan the trip of a lifetime.

Okinawa & the Southwest Islands rewards curiosity - find sublime white-sand beaches alongside lush subtropical forests, and bustling street food markets en route to magnificent castles. Our on-the-ground experts have explored the 'phantom island' of Yurigahama, tasted locally cultivated Okinawan cuisines in Ōgimi, and hiked through Yambaru National Park. Just think of us as your friend on the inside. If it's in this guide, it's worth your time! 

Build a trip to remember with Lonely Planet's Okinawa & the Southwest Islands travel guide. Our classic guidebook format contains the most comprehensive level of information for planning your trip, including: 

• Easy-to-use design that helps you navigate Okinawa & the Southwest Islands effortlessly
• Exciting itineraries help you create your perfect adventure with suggestions for extended journeys, day trips, walking tours and activity-led excursions
• Expert local recommendations on eating, drinking, nightlife, shopping, accommodation, festivals, when to go and more
• Inspiring photography and detailed maps including a pull-out map of Okinawa & the Southwest Island
• Get fresh takes on must-visit sights from Yachimun no Sato, to Ōshima Tsumugi Village, and Island-Hopping on the interisland ferries
• Essential information toolkit containing tips on arriving, transport, local etiquette, LGBTQ+ travel advice, useful words and phrases, using money, accessibility and responsible travel
• Connect with Okinawan culture through stories that delve deep into local life, history and traditions
• Covers: Naha, Southern Okinawa Island, Central Okinawa Island, Northern Okinawa Island, Kume-jima, Kerama Islands, Miyako Islands, Yaeyama Islands, Amami Islands

 

Create a trip that's uniquely yours and get to the heart of this extraordinary part of the world with Lonely Planet's Okinawa & the Southwest Islands.

About this title

From the Back Cover

Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the trip of a lifetime in this latest edition of our guide to Okinawa & the Southwest Islands.

Discover Okinawa & the Southwest Islands's most popular experiences and best kept secrets from heading to Kame Kame, an old-school neighbourhood noodle shop, for a bowl of hearty ramen; to pausing for a moment of reflection in Okinawa Peace Memorial Park; and learning about the island's role in the birth of Karate.

Build a trip to remember with Lonely Planet's Okinawa & the Southwest Islands travel guide:
- Our classic guidebook format contains the most comprehensive level of information for planning multi-week trips
- All-new structure and design that's easy to use so you can navigate Okinawa & the Southwest Islands effortlessly
- Exciting itineraries help you create your perfect adventure with suggestions for extended journeys, day trips, walking tours and activity-led excursions
- Expert local recommendations on eating, drinking, nightlife, shopping, accommodation, festivals, when to go and more
- Vibrant photography and maps
- Get fresh takes on must-visit sights
- Essential information toolkit containing tips on arriving, transport, local etiquette, using money, LGBTIQ+ travel advice, useful words and phrases, accessibility and responsible travel

Connect with Okinawa culture through stories that delve deep into local life, history and traditions

Create a trip that's uniquely yours and get to the heart of this extraordinary part of the world with Lonely Planet's Okinawa & the Southwest Islands.

Edition details

• Publisher: Lonely Planet
• Publication date: 2026
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1837588201
• ISBN 13: 9781837588206
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 320