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Ogimi Longevity Village

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Ogimi Longevity Village

大宜味村

Okinawa

Ogimi is renowned for having one of the highest concentrations of centenarians in the world, attributed to its unique lifestyle and diet, including the consumption of bitter melon. The village is also surrounded by the lush Ugan Forest, providing a serene environment that promotes longevity.

Why we picked it

Many travelers focus on the more popular tourist destinations in Okinawa, overlooking this tranquil village.

Best season
Spring · Autumn
Crowd level
Moderate
Rating
3.7· 541 reviews
Opening hours
Daily Open 24 hours

Usual hours — confirm with the official site for holidays + seasonal closures.

Admission
Free — it is a village; no admission. Individual facilities (Michi-no-Eki Ogimi / Yanbaru Forest Visitor Center, restaurants, workshops) may charge separately.

Today

Open 24 hoursFree

Stored weekly hours

Daily Open 24 hours

How to get there

From Naha Airport · ~1h 37m by car

Tags

longevitybitter melonrural Japan

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