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Photos by Shoji Kudaka

Photos by Shoji Kudaka ()

Unwind on Minna Island off Okinawa’s Motobu Peninsula. This small crescent-shaped island has many fun water activities to enjoy including snorkeling, parasailing, banana boat rides and more.

Relax on Minna Beach, grab a bite to eat just down the road and explore other parts of this incredible getaway. Just off the coast, uncover what’s beneath the crystal blue waters with a refreshing snorkeling tour.

Check it out!

Toguchi Port GPS Coordinates: 26.659302, 127.889365 Minna Island (Minna Port) GPS Coordinate: 26.650747, 127.817912

*A ferry shuttles between the above-mentioned locations between around 9 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. The schedule varies depending on the season. For example, from Sept. 21 through Oct. 31, the ferry departs four times a day from Toguchi to Minna (at 9 a.m., 10 a.m., 1 p.m., and 4 p.m. respectively). For more info, check out the ferry’s timetable here.

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