The 2 Whale Watching Tours in Japan a First Trip Should Cover

1.Naha, Okinawa: Kerama Islands Half-Day Whale Watching Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 241 reviews · 4 hours · from $37Our pick

Review of Naha's four-hour Kerama Islands whale watching tour, with humpbacks, hotel pickup, practical tips, costs, and honest advice.

“Perfect service that includes pick up and return to the hotel, a free ticket to be used by March 2026 because we couldn’t spot any whales on the day we booked the tour, beautiful pictures taken in the boat, friendly and helpful staff on board… we absolutely loved the trip and we highly recommend the experience to everyone who has a passion for the ocean life 🐋”

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2.From Naha: Whale Watching with Pickup and English Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 52 reviews · 3 hours · from $30Best value

Review of Okinawa’s $30 whale-watching boat tour from Naha, with hotel pickup, English support, digital guide, timing, value, and whale guarantee.

“Very organized, we saw the whales and it is really unforgettable experience 😍definitely recommend must-see attraction for anyone visiting Okinawa”

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