Welcome to Oki Social
We share timely events on Okinawa.
We make Okinawa inspired arts & gifts.
It Is Time For an Adventure
- Okinawa Zanpa Illumination 2025–2026: A Winter Beach Resort That Glows Nov 1, 2025 – Mar 31, 2026
A glowing winter beach resort experience with cosmic pool lights, golden banyan paths, and illuminated sands. - Moonlight Illumination at Nashiro Beach Nov 14, 2025 – Feb 28, 2026
A massive winter illumination with lights, fire shows, photo spots, themed displays, and festive entertainment perfect for night outings. - Nanjo City Festival 2025 – Where Even the Fireworks Have a Heart (Nov 16, 2025)
A lively Okinawan festival with heart-shaped fireworks, local food, and performances celebrating the love and culture of Nanjo City. - Okinawa Tropical Illumination 2025–2026 at Southeast Botanical Gardens
Award-winning Okinawa illumination event with handmade lights, dinner buffet, and bird show at Southeast Botanical Gardens. - Okinawa Motor Show 2025 – Free Admission! Nov 8–9, 2025
Okinawa Motor Show 2025 brings rare cars, drift demos, and thrilling driving experiences for car fans and families alike. - Okinawa Katsuren Castle Sky Lantern Festival 2025 – Wishes for Peace Float Over Okinawa’s Night Sky
A peaceful night event at Katsuren Castle where 200 eco-friendly sky lanterns float over Okinawa’s night sky in a magical light display.
Unique Okinawa Gifts
Special Series
Okinawa One Day Road Trip Maps
Check out our hand-scribbled, absolutely-no-charge maps for a one-day madcap adventure in Okinawa – because who needs GPS when you’ve got doodles and Oki Social.
Okinawa Island Hopping Series
Join our merry band of misfits to uncover what Okinawa’s really hiding – because who needs the brain damage of planning when you can just kick back and let the good times roll?
Okinawa Travel and Living Pro Tips
- The 45th Noguni Sokan Festival in Kadena – October 4–5, 2025
A festival of music, fireworks, parades, and sweet potato fun in Kadena with live shows and cultural performances. - Celebrate Sanshin Day: The Soulful Sound of Okinawa (And a Good Excuse to Party)
Experience the soulful sound of Okinawa with lively performances, cultural festivities, and the rhythmic strum of the sanshin. - Setsubun in Okinawa: Why Are People Throwing Beans at Grandpa?
Experience Setsubun by throwing beans to drive away bad luck, eating lucky sushi rolls, and welcoming good fortune at home.
Are you navigating the wild world of Social Media?
Fantastic! Glide on over and give us a follow on Facebook and Instagram. It’s like having a little sunshine in your digital life! And for the cherry on top, join our Okinawa Bucket List Facebook group. It’s your go-to spot for all the coolest, must-do activities in Okinawa. It’s like having a front-row seat to the best show in town, all from the comfort of your screen.
