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Naha

Capital City of Okinawa Prefecture

About Naha
Kokusaidori: the most famous street in Naha the largest city in Okinawa island. (Photo: OttoPhoto / Shutterstock.com)

Things to do in Naha

Upcoming Naha Events

Okinawa International Movie Festival

Okinawa International Movie Festival

Apr 20th - Apr 21st

The annual Okinawa International Movie Festival is a chance to showcase both international and domestic films, and highlight the..

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Where to eat in Naha

Okinawa Goat Misaki

Okinawa Goat Misaki

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What do you call a goat of wisdom and stamina? From the Maritime Silk Road to the byways of Sakae Machi, the past and present meet,..

Okinawa Tea Tasting

Okinawa Tea Tasting

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Go back in time, somewhere in Asia, with a bukubuku tea-making class and tasting experience. After that, browse the handmade pottery..

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Places to stay in Naha

Nahana Hotel & Spa

Nahana Hotel & Spa

Bonson Lam

Nahana is one of the best value 4 star hotels in Naha, Okinawa, Japan. Why not drop in at the Kotoran spa? The silky germanium bath..

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About Naha

Naha in the south of the main island of Okinawa is the capital city of the Prefecture and the center of business, culture, arts, entertainment and politics. Nearly all visitors will begin their visit to Okinawa by arriving at the Naha International Airport or Naha's Tomari Sea Port. The city is the most populous in the prefecture exceeding 325,000 residents.

The most popular tourist destinations in all of Okinawa are the UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Naha. Shuri Castle is the fully restored primary residence and seat of power of the Ryukyuan Royal Family. The Sonohyan Utaki Stone Gate in front of Shuri Castle was the exit reserved solely for the King when departing to visit his people. The Tamaudun Royal Mausoleum is the resting place of the royals. The Shikinaen Royal Garden is the secondary residence of the Ryukyuan Royal Family used to entertain official visitors to the kingdom.

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