Skip the crowds in Naha! Unveiling hidden gems in Ginowan City

Just unlocked the most surprising hidden gem in Okinawa! Ginowan City, unknown to 99% of tourists, boasts Miyako blue waters, Ryukyu secrets, and legendary late-night izakayas. Save this guide, it's packed with insider tips! 📍Key Point: Only 20 minutes from Naha Airport, yet a secret even locals want to keep to themselves! 💙Stunning Scenery, Without the Crowds ✅Blue Cave (Ginowan Branch): No need to squeeze into the Onna Village cave! Here, you can enjoy the entire fluorescent blue waters all to yourself. The instructor will guide you to touch glowing coral reefs, and sea turtles swim right by your feet while snorkeling. ✅Ginowan City Ruins: Okinawa's "Castle in the Sky"! Be mesmerized by the 180-degree ocean view from the summit. The ruined stone walls hold secrets of the Ryukyu Dynasty. ✅Sunset Road: The most popular proposal spot among locals! Witness the magical pink and purple sunset every day at precisely 6:15 pm. Even the soda vending machines along the road are Instagram-worthy. 🍜Local Culinary Adventures 🔥Fish Market Morning Sashimi Blind Box: Rush to Ginowan Market at 5:30 am for a 200-yen sashimi surprise, possibly fresh bluefin tuna. The grandma stall owner will teach you how to dip it in Okinawan chili oil. 🍍Pineapple House Exclusive: Curry rice served in a whole pineapple! Scoop out the fruit and mix it with the rice for an unforgettable treat (limited to 20 servings every Wednesday). 🍻Late-Night Izakaya Surprise: Find the island-style izakaya with red lanterns in the alley. Order the owner's homemade awamori and unlock a live sanshin performance (pair it with Goya tempura). 🏡Manga-Style Accommodations 💫Seaside Star Sand Villa: Wake up in a tatami room with a view of the crystal-clear ocean. Enjoy freshly picked island vegetables and Okinawan brown sugar pancakes for breakfast (the housekeeper speaks Chinese!). ✨Designer Capsule Hotel: Stay in an art installation for just 200+ per person! The rooftop open-air bath offers stunning views of the Milky Way (perfect for solo travelers). ⚠️Things to Avoid ×Don't go to the beach park at 2 pm! The locals are napping. ×Be wary of restaurants recommended by taxi drivers. √Rent an electric bike! Exploring the coastal roads is the best way to experience the area. √The Friday night fish market has surprise treats. 📸Instagram-Worthy Photo Guide 🚁Aerial Photography Spot: Beach Park Observation Tower (reservations required one week in advance). 👗Outfit Recommendation: White cotton and linen dress + straw bag = magazine cover ready. 🎞Film Filter: Xingtu "Showa" + 15% grain. ✨Bonus Moment✨ While snorkeling in the Blue Cave, the instructor suddenly pulled out a waterproof camera and filmed an underwater walking video for me! I still get goosebumps watching it! Who understands this feeling?!