2026 Kouri Island Travel Guide: must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transport & travel experiences (updated in August)

You can easily island hop by car🚗. The popular tourist attraction Kouri Island is definitely a place that everyone must visit! The sky here does not require a filter at all (the original picture is straight out). The scenery seen while driving on the Kouri Bridge is so magnificent that you can’t bear to look away. Take a lot of photos! For shrimp and shrimp rice, you can first use the machine to order and then go upstairs to find a seat. Fortunately, you can wait for a seat with air-conditioning indoors, which takes about 40 minutes. There are super large shrimps 🦐 paired with white rice, which is a hard-earned delicacy 🤤 I originally wanted to eat sea urchin rice again, but I didn’t have enough room in my stomach. After eating, I went for a walk on the beach and it was so happy ~ Next we came to Manzamo. The entrance fee was 100 yen. There were a lot of parking spaces. There were some restaurants indoors where you could eat. This time I ordered blue seal and Okinawa fermented desserts. (Fermented desserts are discounted with admission tickets.) It was very nice to eat ice cream while enjoying the scenery. Cozy😌 #100WAYS TO TRAVEL #MANZAMO

This Okinawan-style accommodation is located on Kouri Island, offering a stunning ocean view from the rooms. The atmosphere is peaceful and relaxing. The rooms are decorated in a simple, minimalist style and are fully equipped with amenities, including a small kitchen, spacious living room, washing machine, and grill. Perfect for those seeking the tranquility of a small island. 📍Kouri Base Noa, Kouri Island #visitokinawa #okinawa #japan

Heart Rock, a heart-shaped rock formation, is a popular tourist attraction. Its highlight is the two rocks, carved by seawater into a heart shape when viewed from the right angle, symbolizing love and romance. The surrounding area is a tranquil beach, with crystal-clear water reflecting the blue sky. It's perfect for strolling, taking photos, and simply relaxing amidst nature. Although the area isn't very large, the atmosphere is charming and memorable. It's easily accessible by driving across a bridge and following the signs to the beach. Anyone visiting Okinawa shouldn't miss capturing a memorable photo with this heart-shaped rock formation. 📍Heart Rock, Okinawa #visitokinawa #okinawa #japan