In Okinawa, Soba Is My Ultimate Post-Snorkeling Move | Bon Appétit
"A humble curl of concrete on Okinawa’s west side in Chatan Town, built to protect the island from typhoons but prized more for its views and local life than its architecture. Sitting on the lip facing the open sea offers unobstructed water vistas and a popular sunset perch where couples gather to watch vibrant oranges bleed into pinks, purples, and blues; it also functions as a local landmark—people arrange meetings and memories around it. The wall is a common jumping-off point for snorkeling: a short slip into the surf leads to a nearby drop-off over corals teeming with fish and other marine life, though swimmers should be mindful of hazards like black-banded sea snakes and habu kurage (box jellyfish). While the promenade has seen upgrades over the years, its role as a social and aquatic gateway endures." - ByKatherine LaGrave
