Okinawa Foodie Itinerary

1. Day 1: Shuri Castle
   30 minutes (7.8 miles) from Naha Airport

   Visit the World Heritage Site of Shuri Castle which was the palace of the Ryukyu Kingdom from the 15th to the 19th century.

2. Day 2: Makishi Public Market
   10 minutes (2.5 miles) from Shuri Castle

   Experience the lively Makishi Public Market, famous for its fresh seafood and unique local Okinawan products.

3. Day 3: Katsuren Castle Ruins
   40 minutes (18 miles) from Makishi Public Market

   Explore the Katsuren Castle Ruins, a UNESCO World Heritage Site offering breathtaking views of the East China Sea and historic castle ruins.

4. Day 4: Okinawa World
   30 minutes (13 miles) from Katsuren Castle Ruins

   Discover the traditional Okinawan culture and craft-making at Okinawa World. Enjoy the Gyokusendo Cave, the largest limestone cave in Japan.

5. Day 5: Kokusai Street
   20 minutes (8.7 miles) from Okinawa World

   Walk along the lively Kokusai Street, known for its shopping and dining experiences, and try out the local Okinawan street food.

6. Day 6: Churaumi Aquarium
   90 minutes (48 miles) from Kokusai Street

   Indulge in the enchanting marine world at Churaumi Aquarium. Watch the whale sharks and manta rays swim majestically in the vast tank.

7. Day 7: Orion Happy Park Brewery
   90 minutes (44 miles) from Churaumi Aquarium

   Taste the famous Okinawan beer and learn about beer-making at the Orion Happy Park Brewery. The brewery also offers tasty beer snacks to pair with their beer.

8. Day 8: Okinawa Soba at Tsuboya Yachimun Street
   30 minutes (7.5 miles) from Orion Happy Park Brewery

   Visit Tsuboya Yachimun Street known for its traditional Okinawan pottery and try some authentic Okinawa soba noodles, made with pork broth and topped with pork belly.

9. Day 9: Beach Day at Manza Beach
   45 minutes (24 miles) from Tsuboya Yachimun Street

   Unwind at the stunning Manza Beach and enjoying the crystal-clear waters. There are some great beachside restaurants offering delicious seafood dishes.

10. Day 10: Ryukyu Hozon Center
    45 minutes (24 miles) from Manza Beach

    Visit the Ryukyu Hozon Center offering traditional Okinawan music, dancing, and arts. Sample various Okinawan snacks and souvenirs in the gift shop.

Time and Cost Estimates

• Shuri Castle (2 hours, 820 Yen)
• Makishi Public Market (2 hours, 1500 Yen)
• Katsuren Castle Ruins (1.5 hours, 400 Yen)
• Okinawa World (2.5 hours, 1900 Yen)
• Kokusai Street (3 hours, 1500 Yen)
• Churaumi Aquarium (3.5 hours, 1850 Yen)
• Orion Happy Park Brewery (2 hours, 1500 Yen)
• Tsuboya Yachimun Street (2 hours, 1000 Yen)
• Manza Beach (4 hours, 0 Yen)
• Ryukyu Hozon Center (2 hours, 650 Yen)
Total Estimated Costs: 10,570 Yen

Useful Tips

If you have extra time try visiting Ikei Island, Yaese Park, Sunset Beach, and Yachimun no Sato Potter’s Village. If you have less time cut out Tsuboya Yachimun Street or Kokusai Street.