Spots in Okinawa Island (Central) Area

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Okinawa
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- Kyushu / Okinawa
  
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  Okinawa

Okinawa Island (Central)

Category

Nutima-su Sightseeing and Salt Manufacturing Factory

Travel / Tourism

Okinawa Pref. Urumashi Yonashiromiyagi 2768 Co., Ltd. Inu Mase

This salt factory is on Miyagi Island, the second island accessible from Urama City’s marine road. It created a salt production process called the “room temperature instant airborne crystallization production method,” which has garnered patents in 13 countries as well as a Guinness Record for its mineral-rich characteristics. Take a tour of the factory and see how the salt’s appealing snowy color is made. There’s also an official shop and cafe, and all of the salt used at the cafe is produced at the factory. The shop offers food items, cosmetics, and samples of “silk salt,” which is said to enhance beauty.
Plaza House Shopping Center

Leisure / Hobbies

Okinawa Pref. Okinawashi Kubota 3-1-12

Plaza House Shopping Center is a commercial complex on National Highway No. 330 located at 3-chome Kubota, Okinawa City, opposite Okinawa Police Station. Established in 1954, it is said to be the first shopping complex in Japan. There are more than 40 diverse tenants such as Roger’s, a direct import shop for accessories, and they include fashion, restaurants and beauty salons and others.
Okinawa Arena

Leisure / Hobbies

Okinawa Okinawa-shi Yamauchi 1-16-1
Nishihara Yonabaru Marine Park Nishihara Kirakira Beach

Leisure / Hobbies

Okinawa Nakagami-gun Nishiharacho Agarizaki 17

This park is located in Agarizaki, Nishihara Town, Nakagami County. The park is built around the 550-meter-long Nishihara Kirakira Beach, which is divided into a zone designated for swimming and a zone designated for banana boats, jet skis, and other marine sports. Facilities include a multipurpose athletic field, a barbeque pavilion, a park golf course, and other more. Use of the barbeque pavilion is by reservation only and guests must use the food that is provided by the park.
Transit Cafe

Gourmet / Alcohol

Okinawa Nakagami-gun Chatancho Miyagi 2-220-2F

Transit Cafe is located in Miyagi, Chatan Town, Nakagami County. The shop is adjacent to the Miyagi Coast, a well-known spot for surfing and diving, and diners can enjoy many popular menu items, such as piping hot and melting Camembert cheese fondue, pasta, and meat dishes with a panoramic ocean view. It can be used as a bar, and at dinner time, customers can sit out on the terrace and watch the sun set.
Mana Enjoy Diving Okinawa

4.0

1 Reviews

Leisure / Hobbies

Okinawa Nakagami-gun Chatancho Miyagi 2-193-1F

Mana Enjoy Diving Okinawa is a diving shop located in Miyagi, Chatan Town, Nakagami County. It offers tours exclusively for groups that even beginners can feel confident about. Options include diving and snorkeling experiences in the Blue Grotto, known as a diving spot, or the Coral Flower Garden, where divers can swim with tropical fish. The shop also offers programs for families and courses for those who want to obtain diving licenses.

元々、レンタルボートを利用しての海釣りが趣味で、沖縄には年6回くらい行ってましたが、魚の生態を見てみたいと思っていました。２月の連休に１日休みをつけて、4連木が取れた為家内に相談。家内はシュノーケリングが好きで夏場はボートからいつも泳いでいた経験から二人でライセンス取得を目指す事に決定。スクールは、以前YouTubeで見て覚えていたマナエンジョイダイビングに決め、アポ後受講申し込み...
Okinawa General Sports Park Auto Camping Ground

Leisure / Hobbies

Okinawa Okinawa-shi Hiyagon 5-3-1
Gallery Haraiso

Leisure / Hobbies

Okinawa Pref. Urumashi Ishikawakebono 1-9-24

This boutique is located in a corner of the foreigner district of Ishikawa, Uruma City, and it does a great job showcasing the appeal of its hometown of Uruma. The shop name comes from the Spanish word “paraiso,” which means “paradise.” It offers a wide selection of goods crafted by local artisans, including “yachimun” pottery, Ryukyu glass, crafts made from seashells, dyed goods, and various other items.
Gusukubingata workshop

5.0

18 Reviews

Shopping

Okinawa Pref. Urasoeshi Maeda 4-9-1

“Ryukyu Bingata” is a traditional dyed textile style that has been passed down since the 14th and 15th centuries. This workshop and gallery boasts a history that spans over 40 years. Based on the concept of incorporating Ryukyu Bingata into everyday life, the shop offers clothing, umbrellas, accessories, bags, and many other original items featuring the vivid Bingata style. You can observe the Bingata dyeing process and even try your hand at making your very own Bingata creation (reservation required).

I highly recommend this activity and shop. If you have a morning or afternoon this is an authentic Okinawan art that you can do yourself and bring home. If you want some beautiful gifts to take home...
Fujii General Clothing Store okinawa

Style / Fashion

Okinawa Pref. Urasoeshi Minatogawa 2-15-7 Nevada Street 29

This boutique, which sits on a corner of the foreigner district in Minatogawa, Urasoe City, exudes an exotic atmosphere. It’s filled with select clothes, accessories, plates, teacups, and many other “Yachimun” goods chosen by the store owner that remain unchanged by age and trends. Put them to use and enjoy their old-fashioned charm. Also of note is the shop interior, which retains its original foreign design.
Midori no Kaze

Style / Fashion

Okinawa Pref. Urumashi Katsurenhama 103-3

Located across from the port of Hamahiga Island is a glass bead workshop that gazes out on the beautiful sea. Glass beads with resplendent colors line the shelves, and visitors can observe the creation process. You can even make your own glass bead accessory or try your hand at dyeing using dye made from the fukugi tree.
Ikei Ohashi Bridge

Travel / Tourism

Okinawa Pref. Urumashi Yonashiroikei

Ikei Ohashi Bridge opened in 1982 and is immediately recognizable for its distinctive red arch. The 4.75-kilometer-long Mid-Sea Route, a popular driving route that runs across the sea, connects to three small islands from Okinawa’s main island. And adorning the final stretch is the gorgeous Ikei Ohashi Bridge linking to Ikei Island, the most outlying island. Enjoy your drive above the picturesque sea.
Hamahiga Ohashi Bridge

Travel / Tourism

Okinawa Pref. Urumashi Katsurenhama Higa

This 1,430-meter-long bridge runs straight between Henza Island and Hamahiga Island. The crystal clear sea stretching toward the horizon is quite a sight to behold, so we recommend crossing on foot.
Okinawa Zoo & Museum

Leisure / Hobbies

Okinawa Pref. Okinawashi Goya 5-7-1

This theme park features both a zoo and a facility for nurturing children’s knowledge and sensitivity. The zoo features over 200 different species of mammals, birds, fish, and reptiles that visitors can observe up close. Visitors can also receive opportunities to come into direct contact with some smaller species. The Wonder Museum contains workshops for children and hands-on exhibitions, allowing them to have fun and learn at the same time.
Tirabui traditional Japanese house restaurant

Gourmet / Alcohol

Okinawa Pref. Urumashi Katsurenhama 56

Tirabui Traditional Japanese House restaurant is an Okinawan cuisine restaurant located near the Hama Community Hall on Hamahiga Island. The restaurant occupies a traditional house with a red tiled roof, which was renovated for the purpose, and serves traditional Okinawan home cuisine with recipes learned from families in the owner's home-town of Uruma on Okinawa Island. One of the most popular items on the menu is the “Hama Tirabui Set Meal,” which includes rice, soup, and a choice of two side dishes.
Oinalian

4.5

7 Reviews

Shopping

Okinawa Pref. Ginowanshi Oyama 6-46-31F

Oinalian is an Okinawan Inari (Fried Tofu) store located in Oyama, Ginowan City, down a road that runs off Ginowan Bypass just south of the entrance to Ginowan Seaside Park. Besides Okinawan-style Inari zushi, Oinalian also sells the regular combination of Inari and garlic-flavored fried chicken. Take-out meals are packaged in boxes featuring the same distinctive “Pop Art” design as the shop itself; they are an ideal option for large-scale parties.

チキンはガーリックで味付けされており、車でニンニクの香りがプンプン漂うほど匂いは強いのですが、食べると口の中にニンニクの香りが残ることもなく、チキンも柔らかくて美味しいです。いなりも酸味と甘さのバランスがよく美味しいです。いなりチキンとは別に米粉で出来た米粉ロールがあります。デザートにお勧めです
Seaside Cafe Hanon

4.5

67 Reviews

Gourmet / Alcohol

Okinawa Pref. Nakagamigunchatanchou Mihama 9-39 Oak Fashion Building B-3

SeaSideCafe Hanon is the café closest to the sea within Mihama Town Resort American Village in Chatan, Nakagami District. The café’s pancakes are cooked to order; a range of different toppings are available, including ice cream, scrambled eggs, etc. Visitors can also enjoy coffee made using beans from Italian coffee firm caffe CAGLIALI, which are only available at 10 cafes in Japan.

It was hard to choose just one thing on the menu! I decided to try the Eggs Benedict and was blown away! The food, views, and friendly staff are top notch. Give the latte a try too!
mofgmona no zakka

Style / Fashion

Okinawa Pref. Ginowanshi Ginowan 2-1-29-301

mofgmona no zakka is a general store situated on a road that runs just to the east of Okinawa International University. The store developed out of the mofgmona café that is located on the First Floor of the same building, and sells an interesting range of items, including Yachimun ceramics selected by the owner (some of which are the same as those used in the café).
Cafebar Vambo Luga

4.0

2 Reviews

Gourmet / Alcohol

Okinawa Pref. Urasoeshi Minatogawa 2-16-8NO.21

Minatogawa Foreigner Residential Area in Minatogawa, Urasoe City was formerly a residential area for foreigners especially U.S. military personnel resident in Japan, and is now known as a place where many fashionable cafes are clustered utilizing the buildings. “Cafebar Vambo・Luga” located here has an interior with an Asian flavor and a variety of seating, including a counter and a Japanese style floor which utilize the features of the original house. It offers comfortable spaces which allow a variety of uses.

外人住宅で雑貨屋さんと間違ってしまいそうな佇まい。中はアジアンチックな可愛らしい感じ。夜のバータイムには行ったことはないですが、いつもランチタイムにお邪魔します。美味しい料理とデザート。いつも女の人でいっぱいです。
Muruku Beach

Leisure / Hobbies

Okinawa Pref. Urumashi Katsurenhiga 202

Muruku Beach, a natural beach, is maintained by Hotel Hamahigashima Resort and can be used even by non-hotel residents. The gentle, transparent sea is perfect for swimming, playing on banana boats and snorkeling. Toilets and showers are fully equipped so you can relax and enjoy marine leisure activities.

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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.