Be knowledgeable and enjoy the ocean!

The southern Japanese island of Okinawa is famous for being a resort island. Its features are a beautiful, clear, blue ocean, subtropical creatures and a relaxing, slow pace. To ensure you have a great vacation, it’s worth knowing some important points to not get into danger when by the ocean.

1. Swimming time

Don’t swim during the day time in the summer. The ultra-violet rays in the summer are very strong as even local people don’t swim until twilight.
Bring beach parasol and wear a rash guard if you really want to swim during the day.

2. In the ocean

Make sure to use snorkels properly so you don’t get water in your lungs accidentally.
Be careful with the tidal current. If you get swept away, don’t panic and swim along the island. You will get away from the current and then you will be able to swim to the seashore.
Never touch poisoned creatures with your bare hand. Some marine life has deadly poison.

3. If you get poisoned....

Try to take out the spike if it’s still in your body.
Do not rub the affected area.
Go for a medical examination at a hospital.