Things to do in the smallest rural village in Okinawa – Higashi Village

Things to do in the smallest rural village in Okinawa – Higashi Village

-What is there to do in a traditional, rural, small village in Northern Okinawa? Tucked between the Yanbaru National Forest and the scenic ocean, Higashi Village is the perfect spot for a day trip or a full weekend getaway. In this video, I share what there is to do, see, eat, lounge, and spend the night in the remote village of Higashi.
*this video includes a paid promotion from East River Nature Guide

Timestamps:
00:00 Start
00:05 About Yanbaru National Forest
01:06 Outdoor Activities
03:36 Beaches and Views
04:29 Food and Restaurants
06:34 Festivals, Monuments, Tourist Activities, Farm Stays
07:58 Hotels and Glamping Sites
08:40 Outro

Helpful Links:
– Book with Hiro at East River: https://www.east-river.jp/
– Yanbaru Adventure Farm: https://www.yanbaru-adventure.com/en/
– PDF in English of immersive experiences offered in Higashi.
https://higashi-kanko.jp/pdf/experiential_learning_en.pdf

Check out our other videos on Okinawa!
– 12 Things To Do In Naha: https://youtu.be/GiAKSxpLMYA
– 4 Ways to Whale Watch from January-March: https://youtu.be/gZYR7ULb6Ng
– Off-Season Itinerary: https://youtu.be/28ZPd7bEvjY
– WWII Sites and how to visit: https://youtu.be/9x6WBMbnews
– Thrift / Vintage Shopping Guide: https://youtu.be/IddV9gMerL0
– Where to see Winter Illuminations: https://youtu.be/JflzjwjLKW4
– 5 Snorkeling Spots: https://youtu.be/wZB3m8EkbWQ
– Visiting the most sacred sites in Okinawa: https://youtu.be/ICa2H6OXSrY

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