It is no secret that Japan is one of the world's culinary powerhouses. While there are so many foods to try, Okinawan sushi is a must! The best sushi restaurants in Okinawa are scattered all throughout the island and sushi is sold at a large number of places. In...
Transit Café, located in Sunabe, Okinawa, offers patrons a relaxed atmosphere that allows you to truly enjoy the beauty and hospitality of Okinawa. It is located directly across the street from the sea wall, with incredible views of the sparkling turquoise water. The...
Southeast Botanical Gardens is one of Japan’s largest outdoor botanical gardens, spanning 100 acres of meticulously curated grounds with over 2,000 plant species and over 50 animal species. The Gardens is located only a few minutes from Kadena Gate 3 and is open...
Embarking on a food tour with Food Monsters at Home offers a unique opportunity to delve into Okinawa’s rich culinary scene. Food tours by Food Monsters at Home was founded by local Okinawan Chef Hirofumi Ozawa. He has worked as a chef in Tokyo, New Zealand,...
While the number of cafes in Okinawa is plentiful, a vegan cafe is hard to come by. Cafe Halcyon, located in the Chatan District, is the perfect vibey vegan cafe that needs to be your next stop! Photo taken from Cafe Halcyon website Owner Sarah, who was born and...
The age of the mall is not dead here in Okinawa—in fact, quite the opposite. Malls are thriving here and are nothing short of amazing. From all the food options you could imagine, high-end retailers, 100-yen shops, kid play areas, and aquariums, a place like AEON...
What fuels Okinawa’s vibrant energy and keeps its inhabitants buzzing with excitement? Coffee, of course! We've put together a small list of some of the best coffee shops in Okinawa for you. Okinawa’s brew-tiful coffee scene offers cozy and quirky cafés for all the...
Esparza's tacos and coffee isn't your typical combination.. We all know about pizza and beer. Coffee and donuts. Burgers and fries. Tacos and Margaritas. These are only a few of the typical combos you’ll find in restaurants. But, I bet once you’ve visited Esparza's,...
Looking for the perfect date night spot? Girl’s night? Or just somewhere delicious and unique for lunch? Nestled in the Plaza House Shopping Center in Okinawa City is Little Greek Kitchen’s Cheeseanista. This charming Greek restaurant is a beacon for food enthusiasts...
We’re not in America anymore folks. Hama-sushi isn’t your run of the mill fancy sushi roll restaurant you’ll find in the states. This island is filled with high quality sushi and sashimi and so many different places and price ranges to get it. American sushi...
7-Eleven, FamilyMart and Lawson, the Japanese convenience stores also known as “konbini,” aren’t just places to grab a quick bite; they’re veritable treasure troves of quirky delights and unexpected surprises. From tantalizingly weird flavors of chips that make you...
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