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Trip.Best Top 10 Best Things to Do in Naha [2024]

Explore the best things to do in Naha! Uncover top activities and experiences for an unforgettable visit.
Updated Jun 2024
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    󰺂6.2
    4.5/5
    1008 Review
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    "International is the best street in Okinawa, eating and drinking, there is no need to worry about language, will speak Mandarin, compared to Osaka, I prefer Okinawa, the place is small to find it is not tired."
    Naha.Kokusai Dori
    641m from downtown
    Highlights: Kokusaidori Street is the main street symbolizing the commercial prosperity of Okinawa. It has also been called "The Miracle Mile" since the Second World War, retaining the prosperity of those times. The streets are lined with large department stores, restaurants, boutique clothing stores, large shopping centers, various entertainment venues, and all kinds of popular information and goods, with reasonable prices to guarantee you leave satisfied.
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    󰺂6.1
    4.6/5
    178 Review
    From2.33
    taCommentScoreUrlbased on 208 reviews
    "At that time, I could go to Japan, and I could leave Shanghai. At that time, I didn’t need the itinerary code. At that time, I didn’t need to calculate the report... I took the children and family to Okinawa, Japan. Shouli City came a few years ago and came again. It was very meaningful."
    Naha
    4.1km from downtown
    Highlights: Shuri Castle Park is located on a highland in Naha City, the capital of Okinawa Prefecture, Japan. The main attractions in the park are Shurei Gate, Huanhui Gate, Fengshen Gate, Wanguojin Liangzhi Bell, Shuri Castle Main Hall, Golden Palace and so on. It combines the unique architectural styles of Chinese and Japanese fortification cultures and stone masonry techniques, and has high historical and architectural value. In October 2019, a fire broke out in Shuri Castle. Affected by the fire, Shuri Castle Park has been closed for correction.
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    4.5/5
    793 Review
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    "Shuri Castle, located in Okinawa, Japan, was a historically significant and culturally rich site. The castle served as the Ryukyu Kingdom's royal residence for centuries and featured a unique blend of Japanese and Chinese architectural styles. Unfortunately, in October 2019, a devastating fire destroyed the main hall and several other buildings, resulting in a loss of cultural heritage. The restoration efforts have been ongoing, aiming to preserve and rebuild this iconic landmark. Shuri Castle has always been a symbol of Okinawa's history and heritage, and its historical and cultural significance is undeniable."
    Naha
    4.1km from downtown
    Highlights: • Shurijo Castle symbolizes the history and culture of Okinawa. • Shurijo Castle's history is that of the Ryukyu Kingdom itself. • One of theUNESCO World Heritage.Located in Naha, Okinawa, Shurijo Castle was once the site of the capital and palace of the Ryukyuan Kingdom. In those days, the king of Ryukyu was known to handle state affairs, receive envoys, or hold important ceremonies here, and it has now been listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site. According to historical records, Shurijo Castle was burned down and reconstructed several times, with today's castle a replica of the Chinese Tang dynasty style architecture that remained from the Second World War. The Ryukyu-style castle combines the architectural features of China, Japan and Okinawa. One of the most iconic buildings is the Chinese-style Shureimon Gate, the plaque on which is inscribed with "Nation of Propriety", which was given by the Chinese Emperor when conferring titles to the Ryukyu King.△ The Shureimon Gate was based on the Chinese roofed “turret” gate style calledpaifang, with a lower red-tiled roof spanning the full width of the gate surmounted by a higher roof in the center.△ Kankaimon is the first gate that leads to the inner castle walls of Shurijo, and the name Kankai means “to welcome”.△ The Seide before it was destroyed by fire
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    4.5/5
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    ""Bo Shanggong" as the name implies, when the big waves rise, the distant view seems to be the same above the waves. The creation age is unknown, the palace sacrifice Kumano Quan, Suyu male Zun (left god seat), Shijie male Zun (right god seat), is one of the famous eight shrines of Ryukyu."
    Naha.Naha City Centre
    1.2km from downtown
    Highlights: Located in Naha, Naminoue Jingu is built on a high bluff, overlooking the sea. As implied by its literal name "Above the Waves Shrine", the shrine appears to sit on large waves when looked at from a distance. Dedicated to Nirai Kanai (World of Gods), it is one of the eight famous shrines of Rykuyu. The red-tiled roof, with its strong reflection of Okinawan culture, is a must-see attraction for tourists to Naha.
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    4.5/5
    155 Review
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    taCommentScoreUrlbased on 715 reviews
    "A total of four museums, bought a pass. The service is very good, the appearance is distinctive, the museum content is not too much, but it is also complete. Some abstract works are displayed in the special exhibition of the gallery, depending on everyone's preferences."
    Naha.Naha City Centre
    2.2km from downtown
    Highlights: The Okinawa Prefectural Museum and Art Museum is located in the new district "Shintoshin" of Naha City. The architectural style of the entire museum is very modern. The white exterior walls and square lattice make people feel like a fortress. Here you can better understand the unique history and culture of Okinawa. The museum displays the nature, history and culture of Okinawa from two dimensions of "ocean" and "island". In addition, there are 5 exhibition rooms for natural history, archaeology, arts and crafts, and folk customs. The museum mainly exhibits works of various forms such as Okinawa and Okinawa-related art, photography, and installations. Exhibits are regularly updated with different themes. There are also various planned exhibitions on the 2nd floor, and tickets need to be purchased separately.
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    󰺂4.7
    4.5/5
    148 Review
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    taCommentScoreUrlbased on 939 reviews
    "It's the closest beach to the airport. ‼️ I've never seen a beach where the viaduct can be seen nearby, so it feels like a very interesting combination."
    Naha.Naha City Centre
    1.2km from downtown
    Highlights: Located on the west coast of Naha, Okinawa, Naminoue is an artificial beach that nonetheless provides great views of the sea, sand, and a stunning sunrise and sunset. Visitors can undertake a variety of recreational activities including scuba diving and snorkeling. It is easy to reach and a relaxing way to spend a day.
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    4.3/5
    93 Review
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    "Okinawa is a good place to eat seafood. The first floor of the market is a variety of shops selling seafood, meat, Okinawa limited food, etc. The second floor is a food street, where you can taste Okinawa seafood and Japanese cuisine. Order seafood on the first floor of Muzhi Commune, and then a waiter will send the guests to the restaurant on the second floor to do it. The processing fee is 500 yen/person. It doesn't matter if you don't speak Japanese. There are many Chinese students who work there. They can help you and have a good attitude. The first pastoral volunteers set up a closed market every Monday, and the fourth Sunday of each month is also a rest day. It happened that we arrived on Saturday, Sunday, Monday and not open, and Tuesday only a short morning, the market opened at 9:00."
    Naha.Naha City Centre
    947m from downtown
    Highlights: Daiichi Makishi Public Farmers Market is a famous farmer's market in Okinawa with gift shops and food specialty stores. A public market that evolved from the post-war black market. It is currently called "Okinawa's kitchen" because almost all the cooking materials in Okinawa can be bought here, and the variety and quantity are quite abundant. The market is very lively every day, crowded with local people and tourists. The first floor is a variety of shops for fish, snacks, and processed products, and the second floor is a food court where you can taste Okinawan cuisine and Chinese cuisine. Secondly, the cooking materials purchased on the 1st floor can also be taken to the 2nd floor food court to be processed by a chef.
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    4.4/5
    107 Review
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    "It is a Chinese garden in Naha city. The garden was built to commemorate the friendship between Okinawa and Fujian Province, and it is very quiet and makes you forget the time. It is exotic and recommended."
    Naha.Naha City Centre
    722m from downtown
    Highlights: The Fuzhou Garden, built in 1992, is a Chinese-style garden built to commemorate the 10th anniversary of the friendship between Fuzhou City and Naha City in China. A scene, so beautiful. Here, you can see the traces of three mountains, two towers and one river in Fuzhou, and there is a kind of beauty of Jiangnan gardens. Fuzhou Garden has a pleasant scenery and a fresh environment.
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    4.1/5
    15 Review
    From12.79
    "It is worth experiencing a sightseeing trip, and the cost is relatively cost-effective. The scenery along the sightseeing boat is very good, the blue sky and white clouds along the way, the sea and sky scenery is unforgettable."
    Naha.Naha City Centre
    906m from downtown
    Highlights: Orca glass-bottom water sightseeing boat, you can enjoy the wonderful journey of walking on the seabed without going into the sea.
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    󰺂4.1
    4.6/5
    13 Review
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    "From the Triple City Pier, you can go diving to the diving point. The sea is very clean. There are also many fish in the sea. You can also choose your own water project. It is very fulfilling to play for a long time."
    Naha.Naha City Centre
    1.8km from downtown
    Highlights: The Kerama Islands are located about 35km west of the main island of Okinawa and consist of more than 20 small islands floating on the sea. The clear and transparent sea known as "Kerama Blue" is full of colorful corals and fish. You can enjoy the resort atmosphere of the southern country all year round. For tourists who want to have close contact with the beautiful fish and corals of Okinawa but are worried about the anxiety caused by deep diving, snorkeling in Kerama Island is a good choice. Even if you are diving for the first time, you can enjoy the beautiful sea of Okinawa with peace of mind while wearing a life jacket under the guidance of an instructor. If you snorkel in Hainan and see hundreds of fish, you will see thousands of fish snorkeling in Kerama.
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FAQ

What are some Best Things to Do in Naha?
Some Best Things to Do in Naha include:Kokusai-dori, Shuri Castle, Shurijo Castle, Naminoue Shrine, Okinawa Prefectural Museum & Art Museum
What are some highly-rated Best Things to Do in Naha?
Some highly-rated Best Things to Do in Naha include:Kokusai-dori:4.5, Shuri Castle:4.6, Shurijo Castle:4.5, Naminoue Shrine:4.5, Okinawa Prefectural Museum & Art Museum:4.5
At what locations in Naha can Best Things to Do in Naha be found?
The Best Things to Do in Naha are mainly located in:Kokusai-dori:Naha, Shuri Castle:Naha, Shurijo Castle:Naha, Naminoue Shrine:Naha, Okinawa Prefectural Museum & Art Museum:Naha
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