2024.05.30
Event
2024 Summer Event Information: NIGHT BREEZE @resort (Cool off in a Yambaru summer evening.)
Introducing NIGHT BREEZE @resort July 1, 2024 to October 31, 2024
July 20 to August 25, 2024
During your stay, you can enjoy Okinawa nights with adult activities such as sanshin performances and an opportunity to read select books from a pop-up book shop as well as water gun fights, stargazing, insect light traps, and traditional Eisa performances all at the night poolside. Other events that can be enjoyed by both adults and kids are the puzzle-solving mystery games (available in Japanese only) and the Stamp Rally.
※※Additional Event Updated July 26
Summer Homework Support & Sabani Workshop
For kids staying at the hotel, students from Tokyo Gakugei University who are interning at the hotel will be providing summer homework support and doing a Sabani workshop. Homework such as independent research can also be supported. Please feel free to check it out. There are students majoring in music, science, Japanese, and math. For the Sabani workshop, first you will learn about Okinawa's traditional boat called the Sabani. Then you will make a mini oar for yourself (numbers are limited).
Days: 8/8、8/9, 8/12, 8/13, 8/16, 8/18
Time: 12:30～15:30 ※Until 14:30 on 8/18 only
Venue: Lobby Floor
Cost: Free
Target: Children who are staying at Oriental Hotel Okinawa
Summer Homework Support & Sabani Workshop
For kids staying at the hotel, students from Tokyo Gakugei University who are interning at the hotel will be providing summer homework support and doing a Sabani workshop. Homework such as independent research can also be supported. Please feel free to check it out. There are students majoring in music, science, Japanese, and math. For the Sabani workshop, first you will learn about Okinawa's traditional boat called the Sabani. Then you will make a mini oar for yourself (numbers are limited).
Days: 8/8、8/9, 8/12, 8/13, 8/16, 8/18
Time: 12:30～15:30 ※Until 14:30 on 8/18 only
Venue: Lobby Floor
Cost: Free
Target: Children who are staying at Oriental Hotel Okinawa
Night Pool Events
Sanshin Live
The sounds of classical and folk songs played on the sanshin can be heard at the nighttime Garden Pool under the starry sky feeling the gentle night breeze.
Every day
Hours: 20:30 (20 minute performance) 20:00 on Saturdays
Free for guests staying at the hotel and Garden Pool guests
The sounds of classical and folk songs played on the sanshin can be heard at the nighttime Garden Pool under the starry sky feeling the gentle night breeze.
Every day
Hours: 20:30 (20 minute performance) 20:00 on Saturdays
Free for guests staying at the hotel and Garden Pool guests
Hanauta Select Book Collection
Hanauta Bookstore has selected books on travel, Okinawa, short stories, poetry collections, and picture books which you can read quietly surrounded by the lush natural scenery of Yamabaru.
Every day
Hours: 8:00 - 22:00
Venue: Garden Pool Gazebo
Free for guests staying at the hotel and Garden Pool guests
Hanauta Bookstore
Hanauta Bookstore is located in Nakijin Village in the northern part of Okinawa. The small bookstore opens once a month and selects books based on their evaluation of books that make great gifts. They focus on books from publishers that are not well-known but who produce books with great care.
Hanauta Bookstore has selected books on travel, Okinawa, short stories, poetry collections, and picture books which you can read quietly surrounded by the lush natural scenery of Yamabaru.
Every day
Hours: 8:00 - 22:00
Venue: Garden Pool Gazebo
Free for guests staying at the hotel and Garden Pool guests
Hanauta Bookstore
Hanauta Bookstore is located in Nakijin Village in the northern part of Okinawa. The small bookstore opens once a month and selects books based on their evaluation of books that make great gifts. They focus on books from publishers that are not well-known but who produce books with great care.
Water Gun Fight! Defend yourself from the glowing Samurai!
The glowing samurai is possessed by the evil Majmun! In this game, you fight back against the glowing samurai who comes after you. Use your water gun to keep shooting at him until his lights go out.
Dates: Fridays 7/26, 8/2, 8/9, 8/16, 8/23
Times: 19:00 / 20:00 / 21:00 (about 10 minutes each time)
Free for guests staying at the hotel and Garden Pool guests
＊Up to 35 people per session
＊For kids Jr. High and younger
＊A parent or guardian must participate with you
＊Please do not run during the game
＊Meeting place is to the right of the Garden Pool Reception counter. Water guns will be distributed before the session begins.
＊Do not use the water guns except during the game
＊Please return the water guns immediately following the game
The glowing samurai is possessed by the evil Majmun! In this game, you fight back against the glowing samurai who comes after you. Use your water gun to keep shooting at him until his lights go out.
Dates: Fridays 7/26, 8/2, 8/9, 8/16, 8/23
Times: 19:00 / 20:00 / 21:00 (about 10 minutes each time)
Free for guests staying at the hotel and Garden Pool guests
＊Up to 35 people per session
＊For kids Jr. High and younger
＊A parent or guardian must participate with you
＊Please do not run during the game
＊Meeting place is to the right of the Garden Pool Reception counter. Water guns will be distributed before the session begins.
＊Do not use the water guns except during the game
＊Please return the water guns immediately following the game
Stargazing
The skies in Okinawa are very clear and there are fewer light sources near the hotel so it is easy to see the stars. Take some time to enjoy the stars even more with help from some professionals.
Dates: Sundays 7/21, 7/28, 8/4, 8/11, 8/18, 8/25
Times: 20:30 - 21:30
Free for guests staying at the hotel and Garden Pool guests
The skies in Okinawa are very clear and there are fewer light sources near the hotel so it is easy to see the stars. Take some time to enjoy the stars even more with help from some professionals.
Dates: Sundays 7/21, 7/28, 8/4, 8/11, 8/18, 8/25
Times: 20:30 - 21:30
Free for guests staying at the hotel and Garden Pool guests
Insect Light Trap (Insect Observation) with Dr. Yambaru Mushi
Set on a hill and surrounded by greenery, our hotel is a treasure trove of living things. If you set out a night trap, you may find native or introduced species or you may encounter rare insects. A staff member who knows Okinawa insects will tell you about them in an easy-to-understand manner. This is a great opportunity to learn about ecosystems and environmental conservation!
Dates: Tuesdays 7/23, 7/30, 8/6, 8/13, 8/20
Times: 20:00 - 21:00
Venue: Garden Pool Promenade
Free for guests staying at the hotel and Garden Pool guests
Set on a hill and surrounded by greenery, our hotel is a treasure trove of living things. If you set out a night trap, you may find native or introduced species or you may encounter rare insects. A staff member who knows Okinawa insects will tell you about them in an easy-to-understand manner. This is a great opportunity to learn about ecosystems and environmental conservation!
Dates: Tuesdays 7/23, 7/30, 8/6, 8/13, 8/20
Times: 20:00 - 21:00
Venue: Garden Pool Promenade
Free for guests staying at the hotel and Garden Pool guests
Traditional Eisa
Traditional Eisa dance is performed by local Youth Associations active in Okinawa. The type of Eisa will be slightly different depending on the region and makes it interesting to watch different groups.
Dates: Saturdays 7/20, 7/27, 8/3, 8/10
Time: 20:30 ~
Venue: Garden Poolside (the venue will be changed in case of bad weather)
Free for guests staying at the hotel and Garden Pool guests
Traditional Eisa dance is performed by local Youth Associations active in Okinawa. The type of Eisa will be slightly different depending on the region and makes it interesting to watch different groups.
Dates: Saturdays 7/20, 7/27, 8/3, 8/10
Time: 20:30 ~
Venue: Garden Poolside (the venue will be changed in case of bad weather)
Free for guests staying at the hotel and Garden Pool guests
Glow Bracelets
Every day
Time: 19:00 - 22:00
Only for guests who are Junior High School and younger.
Free for guests staying at the hotel and Garden Pool guests
Every day
Time: 19:00 - 22:00
Only for guests who are Junior High School and younger.
Free for guests staying at the hotel and Garden Pool guests
Handheld Sparklers
Every day
Time: 20:30 - 21:30
Only for guests who are Junior High School and younger (adlut supervision required)
Free for guests staying at the hotel and Garden Pool guests
※Cancellation in case of bad weather
※Please do not bring your own fireworks into the hotel.
Every day
Time: 20:30 - 21:30
Only for guests who are Junior High School and younger (adlut supervision required)
Free for guests staying at the hotel and Garden Pool guests
※Cancellation in case of bad weather
※Please do not bring your own fireworks into the hotel.
Handheld Fireworks for Sale
Handheld fireworks will be sold at the restaurant and KBC Shop. Guests who purchose fireworks can enjoy them outside next to the restaurant.
Every day
Time: 18:00 ~ 21:00
Venue: Buffet Restaurant QWACHI Terrace
※Fire and water will be provided
Sales Location: QWACHI / KBC Shop
※Event will be canceled in the event of bad weather.
※Please do not bring your own fireworks into the hotel.
※No reservations are required to use the space.
Handheld fireworks will be sold at the restaurant and KBC Shop. Guests who purchose fireworks can enjoy them outside next to the restaurant.
Every day
Time: 18:00 ~ 21:00
Venue: Buffet Restaurant QWACHI Terrace
※Fire and water will be provided
Sales Location: QWACHI / KBC Shop
※Event will be canceled in the event of bad weather.
※Please do not bring your own fireworks into the hotel.
※No reservations are required to use the space.
Okinawan Nature
Yambaru Quina
Mr. Kishimote, leader of Team Come Back Yambaru Quina, will talk about the ecology of the Quina, the challenges they face, and the importance of protecting them and protecting Okinawa's rich natural environment.
Dates: Mondays 7/22, 7/29, 8/5, 8/19
Time: 15:00 - 18:00
Venue: Lobby Floor Yambaru Atrium
Free
About Roadkill
If you come across an injured or dead Okinawa Rail while traveling in Yambaru, please contact the following number immediately.
Injured: 0980-50-1025 (Yambaru Wildlife Conservation Center)
090-6857-8917 (Quina Dial NPO Animal Hospital Okinawa)
Dead: 0980-50-1025 (Yambaru Wildlife Conservation Center)
Other Information: https://www.ufugi-yambaru.com/save/roadkill
Mr. Kishimote, leader of Team Come Back Yambaru Quina, will talk about the ecology of the Quina, the challenges they face, and the importance of protecting them and protecting Okinawa's rich natural environment.
Dates: Mondays 7/22, 7/29, 8/5, 8/19
Time: 15:00 - 18:00
Venue: Lobby Floor Yambaru Atrium
Free
About Roadkill
If you come across an injured or dead Okinawa Rail while traveling in Yambaru, please contact the following number immediately.
Injured: 0980-50-1025 (Yambaru Wildlife Conservation Center)
090-6857-8917 (Quina Dial NPO Animal Hospital Okinawa)
Dead: 0980-50-1025 (Yambaru Wildlife Conservation Center)
Other Information: https://www.ufugi-yambaru.com/save/roadkill
Display of Japan's Largest Butterfly, Idea Leuconoe
The Idea Leuconoe is also known as the Lady of the Southern Islands because of its graceful flight through the sky. It is also said that it shines golden when in its chrysalis and brings happiness to those who see it. The display includes larvae, pupae, and adults so that you can see the butterfly's development up close.
Daily
Lobby Floor
Free
※The display will be supervised by the Okinawa Tropical Plant Management Company
The Idea Leuconoe is also known as the Lady of the Southern Islands because of its graceful flight through the sky. It is also said that it shines golden when in its chrysalis and brings happiness to those who see it. The display includes larvae, pupae, and adults so that you can see the butterfly's development up close.
Daily
Lobby Floor
Free
※The display will be supervised by the Okinawa Tropical Plant Management Company
Restaurant Live Sanshin Performance
Live Sanshin Performance
You can enjoy your dinner listening to live music which will include traditional Okinawan folk songs as well as more recent popular tunes.
Every day
Time & Venue
18:30 Buffet & Grill QWACHI
19:15 Uchina Dining Jinanbo
Free for restaurant guests
You can enjoy your dinner listening to live music which will include traditional Okinawan folk songs as well as more recent popular tunes.
Every day
Time & Venue
18:30 Buffet & Grill QWACHI
19:15 Uchina Dining Jinanbo
Free for restaurant guests
Okinawa Traditions
Ryukyu Dance
This deeply rooted traditional performing art has been passed down since the Ryukyu Kingdom era. It is performed by Mutsuhana, a group of young professionals.
Dates: Wednesdays 7/24, 7/31, 8/7, 8/14
Time: 19:30 / 20:30 (about 25 minutes each time)
Venue: 3rd Floor Patio
Free for guests staying at the hotel
This deeply rooted traditional performing art has been passed down since the Ryukyu Kingdom era. It is performed by Mutsuhana, a group of young professionals.
Dates: Wednesdays 7/24, 7/31, 8/7, 8/14
Time: 19:30 / 20:30 (about 25 minutes each time)
Venue: 3rd Floor Patio
Free for guests staying at the hotel
Daytime Events
Stamp Rally
Use the hints written on the card to find the stamps around the hotel. Kids who collect all the stamps will receive a prize from the front desk. Stamp Rally cards are handed out at check-in.
Daily
Indoor activity
Free for guests staying at the hotel age 12 and under
Use the hints written on the card to find the stamps around the hotel. Kids who collect all the stamps will receive a prize from the front desk. Stamp Rally cards are handed out at check-in.
Daily
Indoor activity
Free for guests staying at the hotel age 12 and under
Secret Treasures Hidden in Yambaru
Puzzle solving game available in Japanese only.
Puzzle solving game available in Japanese only.
Beautiful Treasures Hidden in the Sea
Puzzle solving game available in Japanese only.
Puzzle solving game available in Japanese only.
Craft Experiences
Bingata Dyeing Experience
Together with your children you can color your choice of bag with a traditional Okinawan dyeing technique. It will take about 40 to 60 minutes.
Dates: July 20th to August 23rd
Closed Wednesdays, Sundays, and August 10th
Time: 15:00 - 21:00 (last entry 20:00)
Venue: Lobby Floor
Price: starting from ￥3,000
Open to anyone (staying or non-staying guests)
Together with your children you can color your choice of bag with a traditional Okinawan dyeing technique. It will take about 40 to 60 minutes.
Dates: July 20th to August 23rd
Closed Wednesdays, Sundays, and August 10th
Time: 15:00 - 21:00 (last entry 20:00)
Venue: Lobby Floor
Price: starting from ￥3,000
Open to anyone (staying or non-staying guests)
Adan Workshop
Make your own good-luck salt pouch using the leaves of the Adan plant (Pandanus Leaf) which is native to Okinawa.
Dates: 7/22、7/29、8/5 (Mondays)
Time: 18:00 / 18:30 / 19:00 / 19:30 / 20:00
Maximum of 3 people per time slot
Venue: Lobby Floor (Event Space)
Cost: ￥3,000
Payment Methods: Cash / Credit Card / Electronic Money / QR Code
※It will take about 60 minutes to make
※First come, first served (no reservations). Please come at your preferred time.
※Open to non-staying guests
Make your own good-luck salt pouch using the leaves of the Adan plant (Pandanus Leaf) which is native to Okinawa.
Dates: 7/22、7/29、8/5 (Mondays)
Time: 18:00 / 18:30 / 19:00 / 19:30 / 20:00
Maximum of 3 people per time slot
Venue: Lobby Floor (Event Space)
Cost: ￥3,000
Payment Methods: Cash / Credit Card / Electronic Money / QR Code
※It will take about 60 minutes to make
※First come, first served (no reservations). Please come at your preferred time.
※Open to non-staying guests