Ryukyu Islands
Travel Guide
Visit Ryukyu Islands
Where to stay in Ryukyu Islands
Naha City Centre
The parks and historic sites are just a few things visitors like about Naha City Centre. Kokusai-dori Shopping Street and Tomari Port are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Miebashi Station or Kenchomae Station to get around the larger area.
Tomari
Tomari is well-liked for its waterfront and shopping. If you're hoping to see more of the larger area, Kokusai-dori Shopping Street and Tomari Port are some interesting sights nearby to check out.
Biimata
Travelers like the shopping in Biimata, and Nago Pineapple Park is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Makishi
Makishi is a destination travelers like for its shopping, and you might hop aboard the metro at Makishi Station or Miebashi Station to explore sights like Kokusai-dori Shopping Street.
Kumoji
Kumoji is popular for its popular shops. Explore top sights like Kokusai-dori Shopping Street and Naha City Museum of History, and you can get around town on the metro at Kenchomae Station.
Mihama
If you're spending some time in Mihama, American Village and Sunset Beach are top sights worth seeing.
THE NEST NAHA
Of my 33 day trip, this was by far the best place I’ve stayed in Japan My single room was roomy. I loved the outdoor pool in January! The decor was spot on! I loved the happy hour . I felt very pampered. Fantastic
Reviewed on 2026/1/10
Hotel Monterey Okinawa Spa & Resort
Clean room and many shops around.
Reviewed on 2026/1/1
Halekulani Okinawa
Amazing stay, staff and breakfast. A bit of a shame they don’t have an onsen but everything else is wonderful. Best and most luxurious stay in Okinawa
Reviewed on 2026/1/12
Aqua Palace Chatan by Coldio Premium
Clean room, very nice.
Reviewed on 2026/1/12
BEB5 Okinawa Seragaki by Hoshino Resorts
Room was clean and good Chill place
Reviewed on 2025/11/21
Randor Residence Naha Okinawa
Everything was amazing. Beautiful hotel.
Reviewed on 2026/1/10
Popular places to visit
American Village
This American-style mall offers a huge selection of shopping and entertainment options as well as one of the biggest amusement parks on Okinawa.
Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium
Marvel at huge whale sharks in one of the world’s largest aquariums at this marine center that recreates the aquatic environment of Okinawa’s waters.
Kokusai-dori Shopping Street
Naha’s lively main street is home to an array of superb restaurants, souvenir shops and galleries selling fine glassware.
Manza Beach
Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Manza Beach during your travels in Serakaki? Stroll along this family-friendly area's seaside, or simply enjoy its restaurants.
Tomari Port
Explore the waterfront in Naha with a trip to Tomari Port. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in this culturally rich area.
Shurijo Castle
Take a tour of this lavishly decorated hilltop castle that was home to powerful Japanese kings for more than 400 years.
- American Village
- Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium
- Kokusai-dori Shopping Street
- Kadena Air Base
- Okinawa Arena
- DFS Galleria Okinawa
- Camp Foster
- Tomari Port
- Shigira Beach
- Naha Cruise Terminal
- Shurijo Castle
- Cape Zanpa
- University of the Ryukyus
- Aeon Mall Rycom
- Manza Park
- Naminoue Beach
- Senaga Island
- Yanbaru National Park
- Araha Beach
- Sesoko Beach
- Nago Pineapple Park
- Okinawa World
- Kabira Bay Beach
- Sunset Beach
