Tropical Japan with its own kingdom history
A subtropical chain south of Japan — turquoise water, Ryukyu kingdom castles, the world's longest-living people, and a culinary tradition completely separate from mainland Japan.




Rent a car (essential outside Naha); Yui Rail in Naha.
Fly direct from Naha to Ishigaki for empty island beaches — 1 hour.
Among the safest countries in the world. Cash is still king in many places.
Kokusai Street bars; American Village.