Higashi Azalea Eco Park — Local services in Higashi

5 of us stayed in the cabin rated for 6 people. It was spacious and clean but if you're not used to traditional Japanese sleeping arrangements on tatami mats then bring some air mattresses and pillows because there are no beds in the cabins. They provide mats and blankets and a buckwheat pillows. They are super nice and there's plenty of camping style things to rent to make your stay more comfortable. Bring your own chairs or rent them from the information desk, there are no chairs or couches in the cabin. Overall a good experience except for a small back ache from sleeping...

I think perhaps some people confuse the Eco Park (for camping and glam-ping) with the Azalea Park (for walking among Azalea flowers). I refer here to the Eco Park for camping. I merely walked through it and was impressed! The communal facilities are organized and impeccable. The families I saw looked very happy in the playground and mini golf course. You can reserve space for your tent, a cabin, or a community building with a tatami sleeping room. Excellent...

Usually I visit here during the Azalea festival season and, am never disappointed. The hills are bursting with colors and, it's a great nature walk, going through the hillsides. A good view of Okinawa's east coastline is visible on clear days. After hiking the hills, some excellent festival foods are available in the tents below. Restrooms and stroller or, wheelchair accessible, most places...