All Reviews for Churaumi Aquarium

Good trip to discover the island of Okinawa and the aquarium - more material in English needed as the audioguides had insufficient info and connection. Very nice guide for japanese speaking visitors.

The weather was favorable, and we had plenty of time at our stop. However, I didn't check the start time for the dolphin show at the Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium in advance, so when we arrived, it was already nearing the end. Since our stay at the aquarium was only two hours, including lunch, it would have been wiser to limit our time exploring the exhibits and head straight to the highlight, the dolphin show.

For those who are not primarily interested in shopping, the stop at the Okashi Goten may not be appealing. The English-speaking guide was full of hospitality. The driver also assisted the guide, showcasing great teamwork. It was unfortunate to see some participants from the Chinese-speaking region frequently arriving late for the gathering.

天候に恵まれ、立ち寄り先の滞在時間は十分でした。ただ、美ら海水族館のイルカショーの開始時間を前もってチェックしておかなかったので、駆けつけた時は既に終了間際でした。昼食時間を入れて水族館の滞在は2時間のため、館内見学はほどほどにして、目玉のイルカショーに向かった方が賢明です。
ツアー参加が、買い物メインでない人には、御菓子御殿の立ち寄りは興味がないところでしょう。英日喋るガイドさんはホスピタリティーに溢れていました。ドライバーさんもガイドさんを補助されて、チームワークの良さが見えました。中華圏の参加者で、よく遅れて集合する人達が散見されたのは残念でした。

It was the rainy season, so it rained on the day of the bus tour as well. Unfortunately, we couldn't go to Manzamo, but we had a great time at Pineapple Park and the Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium. It was also raining at Pineapple Park, but we could ride small cars around the pineapple fields, so the kids enjoyed themselves regardless of the rain. The tour guide shared a lot of information about Okinawa on the bus, making the ride enjoyable too.

梅雨の時期だったので、バスツアー当日も雨でした。残念ながら万座毛には行けずでしたが、パイナップルパーク、美ら海水族館で楽しめたので良かったです。パイナップルパークでも雨でしたが、雨でも園内は小さい車に乗ってパイナップル園を回れるので子ども達は雨関係なしに楽しんでて良かったです。バスでは添乗員さんが沖縄について色々と話してくれるので、バスの中も楽しかったです。

I definitely recommend the bus tour. I didn't rent a car so I was looking for things to do... the bus tour took us to 5 different attractions. It was great, didn't need to worry about driving and even fell asleep on the way back after all the walking all day. Just do it, you won't regret it! A+! I even booked another 3 attraction bus tour for a different day. If you are thinking about going, think no more and just book the bus tour. Thanks Phil

It was my first time in Okinawa, but it rained heavily throughout my stay. Please expect rain during June. Since I was traveling alone, I initially planned to use the highway bus for sightseeing, but I happened to find this site and joined the tour. The highlight of the tour was definitely the Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium. My impression is that it's a must-visit; I felt like I didn't have enough time to see everything. Even for someone like me who rarely uses a camera, I found it worth taking photos. The only downside was that the schedule didn't run on time. I didn't mind since I had no plans, but due to the rain, the final dispersal time was delayed by about an hour, so those with plans afterward should be cautious. Also, for Nago Pineapple Park, it might be a good idea to bring insect repellent and anti-itch cream, as the humidity was high, and I got bitten too much, leaving my arms in bad shape.

初めての沖縄でしたが滞在中はすべて大雨、６月の時期は雨が当たり前と思ってください。自身は一人での旅行だったため、最初は高速バスを使って観光をする予定でしたがたまたまこのサイトを見つけて参加しました、参加の大きなポイントはやはり美ら海水族館です。感想は一度は訪れないと損をするレベルで時間が足りないぐらいでした、カメラをほとんど使わない自分でもカメラで撮影するほどよかったです、欠点という欠点は時間通りには進まなかった事です、自分は予定がなかったので別に気にならなかったですが雨もあって最終解散時刻が一時間ほど遅れましたので参加後に予定を入れている人は要注意です。後ナゴパイナップルパークは虫よけ、かゆみ止めは持って行ったほうがいいかも丁度湿度が高い時だったため虫に刺され過ぎて腕がひどいことになりました。

It was great that the sightseeing highlights were well covered and that we could move efficiently by bus.

I also appreciated that the guide supported me to ensure I was comfortable and could enjoy the experience.

観光の見どころが抑えてあり
効率よくバスで移動できてよかったです。

ガイドさんが、少しでも私が快適に、また楽しめるようサポートしてくれたことも良かったです。

It was great! Having no one in the seat next to me made it even better, as I could enjoy the view outside and the tourist attractions without any unnecessary worries!

良かったです！
隣の座席に人がいなかったのも、更によく、余計な気を遣わずに、外の景色や観光施設を楽しめました！

We are a family that doesn't like to wait around, so we opted for a quick method. Plus, it ends up being cheaper, which is a win for us.

ちんたら待つのがいやな家族なので、スパッと入れる方法を取りました。おまけに安くなるしうちとしては◯です。

Churaumi Aquarium was an area more enjoyable than I had imagined. The Pineapple Park we stopped by along the way was also a very nice area.

美ら海水族館、想像以上に楽しいエリアでした。そして途中立ち寄りのパイナップルパークもとても良いエリアでした。

I'm glad I was able to go to places that I wouldn't have been able to visit without renting a car! Everything went smoothly and it made it easy to plan my subsequent activities.

レンタカーを借りるなどしなければ行けなかった場所へ行けたため、良かったです！時間通りに進み、その後の予定も組みやすかったです。

On the day of the bus tour, I was worried because of the surprisingly heavy rain, but the bus guide said, "This is a view of Okinawa that you rarely get to see!" which I found very positive and liked. At first, I couldn't understand the dialect, but I gradually got used to it, and by the end, we became quite friendly, which was really nice.

As for the tour itself, as everyone mentioned, there were times when we didn't have enough time, but considering going on my own, I was satisfied with being able to visit that distance and those sightseeing spots in just one day.

One disappointment was that I was really looking forward to the unlimited rides on the Yui Rail, thinking we would each get one ticket to go from one end to the other, but it turned out to be just one ticket for one person, which was disappointing.

But I would love to participate again!

バスツワー当日、びっくりするくらいの大雨でどうなることかと思いましたが、バスガイドさんがなかなか見れない沖縄の景色です！とおっしゃっていただいたのが前向きで好きでした。ただ、方言が初め聞き取れずわからなかったですが段々慣れてきて最後には仲良く慣れてとてもよかったです♡
ツワー自体、みなさんおっしゃる通りツワーだけあって時間が足りないことがありましたが自分で行くことを考えたらあの距離と観光地を１日でまわっていただけて満足です⭐︎
残念なのがゆいレールが乗り放題とあり、端から端まで行けるととても楽しみにしておりましたが人数分いただけると思っていたら1人だけだったのが残念でした。
でもまた参加したいです♪

The aquarium is quite a walk from the bus parking lot, but there is plenty of time to see everything. There are few places to eat, so I think it's a good idea to either get takeout or bring something from a convenience store. Although the other places were short visits, I was able to see a variety of things. Driving around with a rental car is nice, but it was easier not having to drive. At Sam's Sail Line in the evening, we were able to dine as scheduled, and both the performance and the food were good.

水族館はバス駐車場からかなり歩いていきますが、見る時間は十分あります。食事をするところは少ないのでテイクアウトかコンビニで何か持って行くといいと思います。他は短時間ですが、色々回りことが出来ました。レンタカーで回るのも良いのですが、運転しない分楽でした。夜のサムズセーラインは予約通りに食事が出来、パフォーマンスや料理は良かったです。

I definitely wanted to visit Churaumi Aquarium and Pineapple Park, so I joined this tour. It was great because we could efficiently visit all the sightseeing spots. We were picked up near the hotel for the outbound trip and dropped off in front of American Village (Chatan) on the way back, allowing us to cover all the places we wanted to see in one day. The bus guide's explanations about Okinawa's history and culture, as well as the spots we passed, were very good! I would like to use a bus tour again when I come to Okinawa.

ちゅら海水族館とパイナップルパークには、絶対に行きたかったのでこちらのツアーに参加しました
効率よく観光スポットがめぐれてとても良かったです
行きはホテル近くでピックアップしてもらい帰りは、アメリカンヴィレッジ前(北谷)で下ろしていただき１日で行きたい観光地をすべてめぐることができました
バスガイドさんによる、沖縄の歴史や文化、通過したスポットの説明がとても良かったです！
また、沖縄に来た際は、バスツアーを利用したいです

I wanted to go to the Churaumi Aquarium, so I considered renting a car, but it was expensive since I was alone. Instead, I signed up for a bus tour. The 150 minutes at the Churaumi Aquarium was just the right amount of time. I chose a tour that included steak and lobster teppanyaki, and it was delicious.

美ら海水族館に行きたかったのでレンタカー借りて行こうと考えましたが、一人なんで割高でした。そこでバスツアーを申し込みました。美ら海水族館は150分でちょうど良い時間でした。ステーキとロブスターの鉄板焼き付きのツアーにしましたが美味しかったです。

We came to Okinawa for our honeymoon. Given that it was the rainy season and we were unsure of what to expect, as well as feeling scared about driving on unfamiliar roads for long periods, we chose a tour.

Bus
It might depend on the number of participants and COVID-19 measures, but there were no other customers in front, behind, or beside us, which made it comfortable.

Tour
It was very packed with activities, and we were extremely satisfied. There were places we wouldn't have been able to visit or would have given up on if we had gone on our own!

Guide
On the bus, the guide shared information about Okinawa, the climate, delicious food, and fun places to visit! The meeting times were clear, and they informed us about how far we were from the bus, which allowed us to move around without any anxiety.

新婚旅行で沖縄旅行に来ました。
梅雨時期で、どうなるか分からないという点と、知らない道を何分も運転するのは怖いという点から、ツアーを選びました。

バス
申し込み人数やコロナ対策にもよるのかもしれないですが、他のお客様が前後左右にいないようになっていて、快適でした。

ツアー
とても盛りだくさんで、大満足でした。自分たちで行けば、回りきれなかったり諦めてしまったりするところもしっかり見ることができました！

ガイド
バスの中で、沖縄のことや気候のことをはじめ、美味しいものや楽しいところも教えてくれました！集合時間も明確で、バスまでどのくらい離れているかなども伝えてくれたので不安なく行動できました。

I joined the tour because I wanted to visit the Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium and Kouri Island. I stayed in Naha City and, since I didn't have a rental car, it was great to be able to visit various facilities. However, it was a shame that I couldn't take my time to enjoy everything due to being pressed for time. In particular, the Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium has a parking lot that is quite far away, so the time spent there was a bit shorter than I would have liked. Additionally, the group of Chinese tourists sitting behind me was very loud, which made it uncomfortable for the people I was with. At the beginning of the tour, the guide asked everyone to speak quietly, but perhaps because they didn't understand Japanese, they continued to be noisy.

美ら海水族館と古宇利島に行きたくて参加しました。
那覇市内に宿泊、レンタカーなしだった為、色々な施設に行けて良かったです。
ただ、時間に追われてゆっくり見れなかったのは残念でした。
特に美ら海水族館は駐車場から遠い為、滞在時間はもう少し短いです。
また、後ろに座っていた中国人の集団がとてもうるさくて、一緒に参加した人に嫌な思いをさせてしまいました。ツアーの最初にガイドさんが大きい声で話さないように言っていましたが、日本語が分からないせいかずっとうるさかったです。

I used this during Golden Week.
I applied for a 4-year-old ticket to secure a seat since I was traveling with a 3-year-old. It was the right choice because the travel time was relatively long.

Since it was my husband and child's first time in Okinawa, we booked this tour to efficiently visit the tourist spots. It turned out to be a great decision.
As expected, the stay time at each tourist spot is relatively short (especially for those with children), so I recommend it for people visiting Okinawa for the first time or those who haven't been in a while.

Next time I travel to Okinawa, I would like to explore the Churaumi Aquarium and Pineapple Park at a more leisurely pace.

GWに利用しました。
3歳児が一緒でしたが席を確保するため、4歳児で申し込みました。
移動時間が割と長いので正解でした。

夫と子供が初めての沖縄だったので、観光地を効率よく回れるこのツアーを申し込みました。
結果大正解でした。
当たり前ですが１つ１つの観光地の滞在時間は比較的短いので（特に子連れには・・）、初めて沖縄に来るor久しぶりの沖縄、という人におすすめです。

次回沖縄旅行する際には、美ら海水族館とパイナップルパークをもう少しゆっくり観光したいなと思いました。

It was my first time in Okinawa, and I was able to visit the famous spots in just one day. During the bus rides, the tour guide shared information about the facilities, history, and culture, so I was never bored while traveling. The time spent at each facility was a bit short, so it might not be suitable for those who want to take their time and explore leisurely. However, for those who want to see as much as possible during a limited stay in Okinawa, I think this is a great tour.

初めての沖縄だったのですが、1日で名所を回って頂けるとともに、バスでの移動中もバスガイドさんが随所で施設や歴史、文化のことを教えてくれるので移動中も暇なく過ごすことができました。
各施設の滞在時間は短めなので、時間を気にせずゆっくり巡りたいという人には向いていないかもですが、限られた沖縄滞在の中で、折角なら色々見たい！という人にはとても良いツアーだと思います。

It was a solo trip, but I was able to talk with various people, including those from overseas, making it an enjoyable journey! I had an amazing time! Thank you for taking photos at Manza Beach. I was the only one who participated with a meal at Sam's, but I also had a great conversation with the chef there, making it a fun trip!

一人旅でしたが、いろいろお話し出来て、海外の方ともお話し出来て楽しい旅行になりました！
めちゃくちゃ満喫出来ました！
万座毛でも写真撮ってくださってありがとうございました
サムズの食事付きの参加は私だけでしたが、そこでもコックさんと楽しく会話出来て楽しい旅行でした！

Since I stayed at a hotel near San Marina (Sheraton), I was picked up at Rizzan Sea-Park Hotel Tancha Bay. It was about a 10-minute walk. There was a lot of traffic due to Golden Week, but considering that I could have driven a rental car myself, it was really helpful to have such an easy way to get around. You can eat and drink on the bus, so I was able to enjoy snacks while spending time efficiently. I was able to visit all the places I wanted to go with kids in a digest format. Each stop was brief, but it was great to hit all the key points. The bus guide provided information on how to get around and detailed tips in advance, which allowed us to be efficient. It was also fun to listen to stories about Okinawa the whole time.

サンマリーナ周辺ホテル（シェラトン）に宿泊だったため、リザンシーパークホテル谷茶ベイでピックアップしてもらいました。歩いて10分くらいでした。ゴールデンウィークのため渋滞が多かったですが、これをレンタカーで自分で運転と考えたら本当に楽に移動させてもらえて助かりました。バスの中では飲食出来るので、軽食を食べたりしながら無駄な時間なく過ごすことができました。子連れ向きの行きたかったところをダイジェストでまわれました。1つ1つの時間は短めですが、押さえたいポイントが全て回れたのは良かったです。バスガイドさんがあらかじめ周り方や細かい情報も教えてくださるので、効率的に回ることができました。ずっと沖縄のお話しを聞いているのも楽しかったです。

It's understandable to spend time picking up guests from the hotels, but staying for 35 minutes at the souvenir shop and Okashi Goten is questionable. Shoppers are left with too much time on their hands, and even including bathroom breaks, it feels excessively long. Due to traffic congestion, we returned to the prefectural office after 8:30 PM. Foreign guests tend to be very lax about the meeting times, so the tour guide should enforce stricter guidelines.

ホテルを回ってピックアップに時間をかけるのはしょうがないとしてお土産店、御菓子御殿で35分も滞在するのはいかがなものでしょう。買い物客も時間を持て余してトイレ休憩を含めてもあまりにも長いです。渋滞混雑して県庁前に戻ったのは20時30分を過ぎていました。外国人の方は集合時間についてもとてもルーズなので、添乗員さんは厳しく指導するべきです。

Churaumi Aquarium takes some time to get to from Naha, so I decided to join a tour. Although there are time constraints, you can still enjoy a thorough visit. After that, we visited several tourist spots, making it a great option for those who want to see a lot in a short time. The guide was a young person from Korea, but their Japanese was excellent, and they were very friendly, which made the experience even better.

美ら海水族館は那覇から時間がかかることもありツアー参加にしました。時間制約はあるもののしっかり見学楽しめます。そこからいくつかの観光地を回りますが短い時間ながらさっとみたい方にオススメです。
ガイドの方は韓国の若い方でしたが日本語も上手く親しみ深く非常に良かったです。

Thank you for taking care of us during the two-day tour. The weather was bad, and it was difficult for us to move around on our own, so we really appreciated the help. While we were on the bus, you shared stories about the places we passed and sang Okinawan songs. Using the tour allowed us to learn about Okinawa in a short time, and I don't think we could have visited so many places on our own. Initially, we planned to ride a water buffalo and chose a course without the aquarium, but we realized it was raining and that the water buffalo rides were only available on weekends, which was a bit of a problem. However, you kindly checked if we could add the aquarium tickets, and we decided to go ahead with that. If I could wish for anything, it would be to have one more hour of free time, but overall, it was a great trip. Thank you very much.

二日間ツアーでお世話になりました。天気が悪く自分達で移動も大変だったので助かりました。バスに乗っている間は通る場所のお話をしてくれたり沖縄の歌を歌ってくれたりツアーを使う方が沖縄を短時間で知ることができ、自分たちだとこんなにいろんなところを回ることができなかったと思います。はじめは水牛に乗る予定で水族館なしコースにしていましたが、雨が降っていたのと土日しかやっていないことに気づき困っていましたかま、水族館チケットをつけなくてよいか確認してくださったのでつけてもらうことにしました。欲を言えば自由時間があと１時間あればいいなーと思いましたがよい旅行になりました。有難うございました。

I participated in a tour with my sixth-grade and fourth-grade children. We wanted to visit Kouri Island, which is difficult to access individually, and the tour included admission to the Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium and Nago Pineapple Park. The time allocation was appropriate. Although lunch was scheduled at the aquarium, we decided to eat in the car to avoid the crowds and maximize our playtime. In the end, that worked out perfectly. Just being on the bus and having someone take us around made it easy to relax and enjoy the experience.

小6年生と小4年生を連れて、ツアー参加しました。
個人では、行けない古宇利島に行きたくて、美ら海水族館、名護パイナップルパーク入場料まで付いて周遊。時間配分も適切なものでした。美ら水族館での昼食配分になっていましたが、混雑を心配、遊べる時間にしたい為、昼食は、車中で自弁にしました。結果、ちょうど良かったです。バスに乗っているだけで、連れて行ってくれるので、安心して楽しめました。

I traveled alone as a woman. I could have rented a car from Naha to the Churaumi Aquarium, but since it was my first time in Okinawa and I wasn't familiar with the roads, I decided to join a tour. In the end, I’m really glad I did! My destination was just the Churaumi Aquarium, but I was able to see other sights as well, which was very helpful. During the ride, the bus guide shared a lot of information, making the journey enjoyable. And above all, the bus guide was funny! Thank you, Kyan-san and the driver.

女性1人旅行で利用しました。
那覇→美ら海水族館までレンタカーでもよかったけど、1人だし初めての沖縄で道に慣れていないので、ツアーに申し込みました。
結果的に利用して本当によかったです！
目的地は美ら海水族館だけだったけど、他も一緒に観光できて助かりましたし、走行中、バスガイドさんがいろいろ教えてくださり、道中も楽しく移動することができました。
そして、何よりバスガイドさんが面白い！
きゃんさん、運転手さんありがとうございました。

When I come to Okinawa Island, I always participate in this tour. This time, as soon as we arrived at the Churaumi Aquarium, the weather improved, and I was able to enjoy the Okichan Theater, which was fantastic. American Village was also great.

沖縄本島に来た時は、必ずこのツアーに参加します。
今回は、美ら海水族館に到着と同時に、天気が良くなり、
おきちゃん劇場も楽しく鑑賞出来て最高でした。
アメリカンビレッジも良かったです

これは私の沖縄への2回目の訪問ですが、主要な観光地を一度に巡るツアーを強くお勧めします。とても親切なガイドがいて、沖縄の主要な観光地を選んで案内してくれ、沖縄旅行を楽しむための素晴らしい場所に導いてくれました。もし後で機会があれば、再度参加したいと思います。

This is my second visit to Okinawa, but I highly recommend this tour if it is to tour all the major attractions at once. They showed you a very friendly guide and a selection of major attractions in Okinawa, and guide you to a wonderful place to enjoy your trip to Okinawa. If I have a chance later, I would like to attend again.

It was a tour that was quite enjoyable, with the guide's words being educational and keeping us engaged. It was a shame that the Churaumi Aquarium was crowded and we couldn't see much, but we had fun playing in the ocean. However, it was a rather busy tour (￣∀￣), but it was good because we got to go to various places.

退屈せず、ガイドさんの言葉は勉強になり、かなり楽しめたツアーでした。
美ら海水族館が混雑してて、あまり見れないのが残念でしたが、海で遊んだり楽しかったです。
ただ、かなり忙しいツアー内容ですが(￣∀￣)色々行けたから良いです。

We were blessed with good weather, and our guide was a veteran with a wonderful voice who shared many interesting stories, allowing us to have an efficient and fulfilling sightseeing experience. I unfortunately forgot their name, but I am truly grateful.

Among the many tours departing from Naha, it was great that there were several pickup locations. However, in the morning, I had to take a taxi from my accommodation to the nearest hotel for just under 3,000 yen, which was unfortunate. On the way back, thanks to the thoughtfulness of the guide and the driver, they asked for our accommodation and dropped us off nearby, which was a great help since I was traveling with my elderly mother.

I highly recommend this tour for those who do not have a rental car. Thank you very much.

お天気に恵まれ、ガイドさんもベテランで、よくとおるいいお声でいろいろと面白いお話をたくさんしてくださり、効率よく充実した観光をすることができて本当に良かったです。お名前をうっかり忘れてしまいましたが、本当に感謝しております。
那覇発着のツアーが多い中、ピックアップ場所がたくさんあったのもよかったです。（とはいえ、朝は宿泊先から３０００円弱かけて、最寄のホテルまでタクシーで行かねばならず、それはざんねんでしたが。。。）帰りは、ガイドさんとドライバーさんのお気遣いで、宿泊先をきいてくださり、その近くでおろしていただけ、高齢の母と参加していたため本当に助かりました。
レンタカーをしていないかたには、本当におすすめのツアーです。
ありがとうございました。

I participated with a female friend. Since it was just around the graduation travel season, the bus was full, and there were many university students. Because it was a bus tour, there were strict time limits, and we didn't have enough time at Pineapple Park, so we just passed by, and we could only visit the aquarium in the large seaside park. I wish we could have seen a bit more, so I think it would be good to research in advance what areas you want to visit. To maximize sightseeing time, I recommend having meals on the bus since eating and drinking are allowed.

Additionally, the bus guide provided explanations about Okinawa's history and the places we were going to visit during the long journey, which kept us entertained. It was also a nice point that the hotel we stayed at was one of the bus stops. Overall, it was a very enjoyable bus tour! The only disappointing part was that it rained, so I would like to participate again next time when the weather is clear!

女友達と2人で参加しました。
ちょうど卒業旅行シーズンだったこともあり、満席で大学生くらいの人が多かったです。
バスツアーなので時間の制限が厳しい面もあり、パイナップルパークでは時間が足りず、素通りしてしまったり広い海浜公園の中でも水族館しか行けなかったりともう少し見たかったな、というところもあったのでどの辺りをみたいか、事前にリサーチしておくといいと思います。最大限観光に時間を使うためにもバスの中で飲食可能なため、食事をバスの中で取ることをお勧めします。
また、長い道中もバスガイドさんが沖縄の歴史やこれから行く場所の説明もしてくださり、退屈することなく過ごすことができました。自分たちが泊まったホテルが停留所の一つだったことも嬉しいポイントでした。
全体的にとても楽しいバスツアーでした！雨だったことが唯一の残念なところだったので次は晴れている時にまた参加したいと思います！