Ozato Village's*1 Sugarcane Fields
First of all, the sea is nowhere in sight in this village. More accurately put, the village is located in the interior. While almost all municipalities on mainland Okinawa are situated along the coastline, Haebaru Town, Kochinda Town*2 and Ozato Village*1 are a few exceptions; however, their charm is tremendous. Only a 20-minute drive away from Naha and Okinawa's characteristic pastoral scenery spreads out wide.
*1 Cause of merger, the city name changed to "Nanjo City" in January, 2006.
*2 Cause of merger, the city name changed to "Yaese Town" in January, 2006.