The Details

We’re so excited to celebrate with you in Okinawa.
Here’s everything you need to know to plan your trip and join us for the day.

More details will be shared as we get closer.

Date:

Friday, September 25, 2026

Ceremony & Lunch Reception

(Exact timing to be shared closer to the date)

Venue:

Southern Chapel Kiranah Resort (View on Google Maps)

534 Hanashiro, Yaese-cho, Shimajiri-gun, Okinawa Prefecture, 901-0513, Japan

(approx. 30mins from Naha Airport)

Dress Code: Coastal Elegance

Overall feel: coastal vacation, wedding-appropriate, and comfortable

  • Recommended style & colors
    We’d love for our guests to dress in a relaxed but polished style inspired by the ocean, sky, sand, and natural coastal scenery. Please wear something you feel comfortable and beautiful in, no need to match a strict color palette.

  • Shoes
    Heels and formal leather shoes are not required. Sandals, loafers, flats, or clean minimal sneakers are welcome.

  • We kindly ask guests to avoid
    Black outfits, denim, t-shirts, or athleisure.

Lightweight fabrics are encouraged due to Okinawa’s warm September climate. (don’t worry, both the ceremony and reception will be indoors).

Getting Around

Nearest Airport:
- Naha Airport (OKA)
- Approximately a 30-minutes drive to the venue

Recommended Hotels

We’ve listed a few nearby options for convenience:

  • ⭐️⭐️⭐️

    697 Hanagusuku, Yaese, Shimajiri District, Okinawa 901-0513
    - 35 min drive from Naha Airport
    - 5 min walk to the wedding venue

    Hotel Link

  • (highly recommend!)

    ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
    963 Nashiro, Itoman, Okinawa 901-0351
    - 25 min drive from Naha Airport
    - 20 min drive to the wedding venue

    Hotel Link

  • ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
    1 Chome-6-1 Nishizakicho, Itoman, Okinawa 901-0306
    - 20 min drive from Naha Airport
    - 25 min drive to the wedding venue

    Hotel Link

You’re welcome to stay wherever feels most comfortable.

Important Information

- We recommend arriving at least one day before the wedding to settle in and enjoy the island.
- Most guests choose to rent a car or take taxis, depending on their itinerary.

  • If possible, we highly recommend renting a car for the most flexible (and scenic!) Okinawa experience.

  • Please note that Okinawa is different from cities like Tokyo or Osaka — public transport is more limited.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Please fly into Naha Airport (OKA), which is about a 30-minute drive from the venue.

  • Yes, we highly recommend renting a car for the most convenient and flexible way to explore Okinawa.

    Please note that Okinawa is different from cities like Tokyo or Osaka - public transport is more limited

  • Most guests will be arranging their own transportation, and we recommend renting a car for flexibility while in Okinawa.
    If there is enough interest, we may look into arranging shared transportation—please let us know if this is something you would find helpful.

  • The ceremony and reception will be held indoors.

  • The celebration will include a ceremony followed by a lunch reception, and will last approximately a 3-4 hours.

  • Okinawa in September is typically warm and humid. Lightweight and breathable fabrics are highly recommended.

  • Our dress code is Coastal Elegance—think light, breathable fabrics in soft blues and neutral tones.