What to Eat in Okinawa: 11 Must-Try Dishes and Where to Try Them in Naha

Quick Answer: What Okinawa Food Should You Try First? If it is your first trip to Okinawa, start with these five foods: Okinawa soba, goya champuru, taco rice, umibudo, and pork tamago onigiri. In Naha, the easiest food route runs between Kokusai Dori, Makishi Public Market, the covered arcades, and Tsuboya. You can try most … Read more

Okinawa Itinerary: 3, 4, or 5 Days With and Without a Car

Okinawa is Japan’s tropical island escape, but planning your first trip is not as simple as picking a few beaches. Okinawa Main Island is long, spread out, and much easier to explore by car than by train. A good Okinawa itinerary needs to balance Naha, northern highlights like Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium, beach time, and realistic … Read more

Okinawa Without a Car: Is It Worth It? 3-Day Naha, Kerama & Churaumi Guide

If you are planning a trip to Japan’s southern islands but do not have an international driving permit, or simply do not want to drive on the left side of the road, you are probably wondering: Is Okinawa without a car actually realistic? The answer is yes, but only with the right route. Okinawa is … Read more