Bios Hill — Attraction in Uruma

Bios hill is a good place to explore specially if you have kids. It is pretty big so you need to wear comfortable clothes and shoes and it’s probably best to go on cooler times of the day or bring an umbrella.

Good points: I recommend going on a kayak adventure if the weather is nice! The kayak adventure was a good experience and 2 people can ride a kayak which may be good for couples or families. You can choose to bring your camera but be careful of the water. Your bag will be kept safe in a locker provided once you pay for kayaking. You can also bring a waterproof case for your phone just in case you have and you wanna take some pictures.

Food: The cafe inside served really good pancake (I ordered sweet potato or benimo pancake with ice cream). It was worth the price (around 650 yen) and the pancake was really photogenic.

Pricing: Entrance fee for Bios hill is a little bit expensive (please check website for current pricing) but because it is well maintained and huge I would recommend it for couples who like nature or families with young children who want to see some animals and...

Came around opening time. The area is green and everything is made out of wood. Really nature friendly but when it comes to activities there really isn’t much. The entrance ticket includes the boat ride already which was nice however there is nothing to see in the river except a little water buffalo hidden and fenced in a corner and then a few plants. After that you have the choice of getting in the buffalo cart tour but it’s $20 for each adult. Food inside is very overpriced. Once you have done all of this you can go pet the goats and feed them some carrots. There are also some other stalls with water buffalo in them that you can go see. Place is mostly good for very small children who just want to run around in the green areas. Normally wouldn’t rate this low but since every other attraction in Okinawa is literally the same as this one, it’s nothing special. Botanical gardens is honestly better in my opinion. More animals to see and...

A Short and Sweet Adventure – Totally Worth It! I spent a lovely day at BIOS Hill during a trip to Okinawa, and it was such a beautiful and worthwhile experience. Even though it was quite hot, the orchid tour was peaceful, short, and absolutely charming. While I didn’t understand the Japanese narration, the beauty of the surroundings spoke for itself.

One of the highlights was seeing the water buffalo and enjoying a performance by a traditional Ryukyuan dancer — such a special cultural touch. I also purchased a gorgeous orchid to gift to my friend I was visiting, which felt like the perfect souvenir.

While I didn’t bring any kids, I could definitely see it being a great spot for families — interactive, gentle, and full of nature. If you’re looking for a relaxing, culturally rich half-day adventure, I highly...