Spots in Okinawa Island (Central) Area

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Okinawa Island (Central)

Category

A&W Makiminato Branch

4.0

126 Reviews

Gourmet / Alcohol

Okinawa Pref. Urasoeshi Makiminato 4-9-1

A&W Makiminato Branch is a branch of the A&W Okinawa chain, an American food chain (founded in California) that has 30 restaurants in Okinawa, which is located in 4-chome, Makiminato, Urasoe City. Besides hamburgers, sandwiches and hot-dogs, A&W also serves other menu items, such as “Chubby Chicken” (made using Okinawa-raised pullets). Perhaps the most famous menu item is A&W’s unique root beer (a non-alcoholic carbonated beverage), for which free refills are available when dining in-store.

There are several A&W in Okinawa, and they compete with Macdonalds and Mosburger. The burger are thinner than USA and cost more, it is better to buy bento lunches which are cheaper and delicious. At...
Kaichu Road

Travel / Tourism

Okinawa Pref. Urumashi Yonashiroyahira

Kaichu Road (“The Road in the Middle of the Sea”) is a public (non-toll) road in Uruma City. Extending across the sea for approximately 5.2 kilometers from the Katsuren Peninsula to Henza Island, it is a very popular choice for an enjoyable drive; with the sea stretching away on both sides of the bridge, the views are magnificent. Halfway along the road there is the “Ayahashi” rest station, which sells local specialties and other souvenir gifts.
Ikei Island

Travel / Tourism

Okinawa Pref. Urumashi Yonashiroikei

Ikei Island is the furthest point you can reach when driving along the Inter-Island Causeway from the main island of Okinawa. Ikei Island is a tranquil island covered in sugar-cane fields, and is a great place for just having a relaxing stroll. The Island has several popular beaches - including Ikei Beach and Odomari Beach—where visitors can enjoy the beautiful clear waters of the surrounding sea. Ikei Island is the perfect spot for marine leisure activities.
Sunset Beach

Travel / Tourism

Okinawa Pref. Nakagamigunchatanchou Mihama 2

Sunset Beach is a famous beach next to the American Village where beautiful sunsets can be seen. As it starts to get crowded around sunset, getting here a little earlier is recommended.
Kafu Banta cliff

Travel / Tourism

Okinawa Pref. Urumashi Yonashiromiyagi 2768

Kafu Banta cliff located in Miyagi Island, Yonashiro, Uruma City is a picturesque spot. Banta means a cliff in Okinawan dialect. As its name “kafu” (good fortune) suggests, the cape situated at a high elevation on Miyagi Island and the scene from the cape which is layer upon layer of blue is overwhelming. You can spend a relaxing time while feeling the comfortable sea breeze in the beautiful scenery.
Okinawa Soba Hamaya

Gourmet / Alcohol

Okinawa Pref. Nakagamigunchatanchou Miyagi 2-99

This 36-year-old Okinawa soba noodle restaurant is a symbol of Okinawa. Their traditional salty soup that uses no soy sauce has the condensed savoriness of pork, chicken and skipjack, and is popular for its unique irresistible flavor. Their “Hamaya soba” with pork cartilage soki boiled until soft and their “Okinawa soba” topped with cartilage soki and boneless rib of pork are especially popular.
Pokemon Center OKINAWA

Shopping

Okinawa Nakagami-gun Kitanakagusuku-son Rycom 1 AEON MALL Okinawa Rycom 1F
GORDIES

4.5

205 Reviews

Gourmet / Alcohol

Okinawa Nakagami-gun Chatancho Sunabe 100

Burgers were just average, in our opinion. The milkshake was delicious, however! The fact that this restaurant has available parking is a big sell. Staff was friendly.
Charlie's Tacos

Gourmet / Alcohol

Okinawa Pref. Okinawashi Chuou 4-11-5

Charlie's Tacos was the first taco restaurant on Okinawa when it opened in 1956. The original taco recipe developed by the restaurant's founder proved very popular with U.S. military personnel, and Charlie's Tacos has since become a long-term favorite with local people, too. Diners can choose between beef, chicken and tuna fillings.
Minatogawa Stateside Town

Leisure / Hobbies

Okinawa Urasoe-shi Minatogawa
Ayahashi Seaside station

3.5

171 Reviews

Shopping

Okinawa Pref. Urumashi Yonashiroyahira 4

This seaside station is annexed to an archive containing materials about the Okinawan navy. Located on the marine road that connects Yokatsu Peninsula and Henza Island, it is surrounded on both sides by the beautiful sea. The first floor contains special Uruma City products along with a fresh fish section and a buffet-style restaurant. The second floor features the “Sea Culture Archive,” which contains materials on the history of Katsuren Peninsula as well as folklore materials and a Maran vessel exhibition. You'll also find materials on the construction of the marine road.

「海中道路」の途中にある「海の駅あやはし館」です。駐車場も広く、お土産物屋、食事処、そして、海が見えるテラスもありましたよ。結構、休憩に利用している人も多くて賑わっていた覚えがあります。良い感じです。
Ginowan Tropical Beach

Leisure / Hobbies

Okinawa Pref. Ginowanshi Mashiki 4-2-1

Ginowan Tropical Beach is an artificial beach in Ginowan City. The white sand and blue sea enable visitors to enjoy a truly “Okinawan” atmosphere. On weekends and public holidays, local families and young people hold barbecues and beach parties at the beach. There are showers, toilets and lockers available. A comprehensive range of water sports activities are on offer.
Ginowan Port Marina

Leisure / Hobbies

Okinawa Pref. Ginowanshi Mashiki 4-4-1

This large marina has a sea moored berth (357 boats) and land yard (275), and can handle a total of 636 boats. There are both inhabited and uninhabited island where you can enjoy cruising in the surrounding sea area, and it is a great location with plenty of diving, snorkeling and fishing spots. Because it is a popular marina, there is no empty berth as of January 2019, but you can go on the waiting list.
Katsuren Castle Ruins

Travel / Tourism

Okinawa Pref. Urumashi Katsurenhaebaru 3908

Amawari is said to have brought prosperity to Katsuren in the 15th century, and this is the castle where he resided. It was registered as a World Heritage Site in 2000. It stands on a hill between 60 and 98 meters above sea level, and it makes clever use of the natural cliff, featuring walls that form a graceful curve. The “Ichi-no Kuruwa (1st enclosure) ,” the highest point, offers an amazing view of the mountains and outlying islands that surround Kin Bay.
Ginowan Seaside Park

Leisure / Hobbies

Okinawa Pref. Ginowanshi Mashiki 4-2-1

This seaside park is located in Ginowan City. Located in Ginowan Seaside Park are a city gymnasium, baseball stadium, outdoor theater and a tropical beach, and there is also an open multipurpose lawn area that can accommodate thousands of people. You can comfortably go walking along the path around the grassy area. It is also used for events such as ground golf and excursions.
Miyagi Island

Travel / Tourism

Okinawa Pref. Urumashi Yonashiromiyagi

Situated between Henza Island and Ikei Island, Miyagi island is connected via a marine road. With the cobalt blue sea and sprawling, serene sugar cane fields, this locale is gorgeous whether you’re driving or on foot.
Happy More Ichiba

Gourmet / Alcohol

Okinawa Ginowan-shi Shimashi 1-247-1

Happy More Maket Medicinal Herb World located in Ginowan City, Okinawa Prefecture is a direct sales vegetable store with a range of delicious, fresh vegetables. It sells fresh vegetables which are supplied by about 700 contracted farmers. At a café in the shop, you can have smoothies and curries using seasonal vegetables. The store sometimes stocks rare vegetables, which are not handled at a grocer’s, supermarket or other stores.
PUB LOUNGE EMERALD

4.0

74 Reviews

Gourmet / Alcohol

Okinawa Nakagami-gun Kitanakagusuku Mura Shimabukuro 311

The service was amazing and the food came out so beautiful. The t bone steak melted in our mouths. Didn’t need any steak sauce or extra seasoning. The garden salad was amazing. The couscous that...
Chatan Park Stadium

Leisure / Hobbies

Okinawa Nakagami-gun Chatancho Mihama
Urasoe Youdore

Travel / Tourism

Okinawa Pref. Urasoeshi Nakama 2

"A 5-minute drive from the Nishihara Interchange. This royal mausoleum dates to the early period of the Ryukyu Kingdom said to have been built by King Eiso starting from the year 1265. Called ""Yodore"" (meaning evening calm/the world of the dead in Okinawan), the tomb was dug out of a cave in a cliff wall and is believed to be the final resting place of King Eiso and King Sho Nei. Descending down the steps, there is a front garden, and, after passing through a tunnel of finished bedrock and stonework, there are the first and second gardens. The second garden offers a sweeping view of Urasoe City and Ginowan City. The surrounding area is maintained as Urasoe City Park and Castle Site, and visitors can take a leisurely stroll amidst historic ruins."

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Okinawa Areas

Let go of your image of a busy, ordered Japan and replace it with crystal-clear waters, white sand beaches, and relaxing folk music: You’ve arrived in Okinawa. A world away from the high intensity of Tokyo, Okinawans appear to live a laid-back beach life on this paradisiacal tropical island that lies in the middle of the East China Sea almost 1,000 kilometers south of mainland Japan’s most southern tip. Home to a spattering of islands, prepare yourself to discover underwater caves, star-shaped sand, and an island culture sometimes unrecognizable from mainland Japan.