Experience the enchanting Okinawa Lantern Float Festival, a spiritual ceremony where thousands of handcrafted lanterns illuminate the pristine coastal waters. This deeply moving tradition honors ancestors while celebrating the beauty of life, creating an unforgettable spectacle of light and reflection.
The Okinawa Lantern Float Festival represents a deeply spiritual connection between Okinawan people, their ancestors, and the sea. Rooted in ancient Ryukyu traditions, participants craft paper lanterns inscribed with messages, prayers, and wishes before releasing them onto calm evening waters.
Our package provides complete cultural immersion into this sacred practice. You'll learn the traditional method of lantern construction, participate in a calligraphy session to inscribe meaningful messages, and join the community in the ceremonial release as the sun sets over the East China Sea.