Northern Okinawa Enjoy the nightlife of Okinawa! 8 recommended nightlife spots
When it comes to Okinawa, the impression that everyone has is probably to experience the blue sea under the sun and the unique natural scenery of Okinawa. But in fact, Okinawa has many nightlife venues. This time, we will introduce 8 recommended nightlife venues in Okinawa.What nightlife venues can you enjoy?
There are many types of nightlife venues in Okinawa. There are mainly the following. I will introduce each of them in detail.
・Kokusai Street
・Night diving, fishing
・Classical music/dance performances
・Night walks, star tours, light shows
・Liquor, clubs ・Night markets ・Night pools
Kokusai Street
Kokusai Street is the busiest street in Okinawa Prefecture, located in Naha City, Okinawa Prefecture. The approximately 1.6-kilometer-long street is lined with about 600 stores. Not only during the day, but there are also many attractions at night! You can enjoy the nightlife of Kokusai Street in any way you like, such as bars, billiards, darts, clubs, hookahs, etc.
Night Diving/Fishing
Diving and fishing are standard leisure activities in Okinawa. Night diving and night fishing are recommended for night dates, where you can encounter nocturnal creatures because you can see the sea differently from the daytime.
Recommended Spots for Night Diving
The most popular diving spot on the main island of Okinawa is the "Blue Cave" at Cape Maeda in Onna Village. In the blue cave illuminated by moonlight, you may encounter fish that can only be seen at night. It is about an hour's drive from Naha Airport and is easily accessible. You can also enjoy night diving in the Kerama Islands located in the west of the main island of Okinawa. One of them is Tokashiki Island, which takes about an hour by diving boat from Tomari Port on the main island. In the mysterious sea at night that is different from the daytime, nocturnal creatures such as sleeping crabs and shrimps can be observed during the day, and sleeping fish can also be observed up close. The coral spawning in June is a rare moment that can only be seen at night, and this sight that looks like falling snowflakes is called "summer snow". In addition to travel agencies, many agencies also offer night diving tours. If you are not sure where to join, ask the hotel you will be staying at.
Recommended night fishing spots
The summer daytime in Okinawa is like a sauna. Even if you don't like daytime fishing, night fishing is a cool and enjoyable experience. In fact, there are many night fishing spots in Okinawa. If you can rent a fishing rod, you can easily enjoy the fun of fishing at a nearby fishing port. Famous night fishing spots include Yasuda Oki in northern Okinawa, Ginowan Fishing Port and Shikiya Fishing Port in central and southern Okinawa. Many websites introduce places where you can fish. If you want to seriously enjoy the fun of night fishing on a boat, you can apply for a night fishing trip sponsored by various travel agencies.
Classical music/dance performances
Enjoy a luxurious night in Okinawa at a live music hall, and enjoy Okinawan music and food. Here are three recommended shops.
Okinawan Music Karahai
This is a restaurant where you can enjoy first-class live stage and Okinawan cuisine. Gorgeous and sophisticated stage performances using traditional Okinawan instruments such as palanke, shamisen, and sanban, and incorporating Ryukyu dance, are performed twice in the evening. Every Saturday, the representative of Okinawan pop music, "Rinken Band", appears! At the end of the live performance, Kachashi sings in unison with the audience.
Island Name
Located in the center of Kokusai-dori, Shimauta is a Live House where you can listen to live performances by the Nenes band. Nenes is a girl group that sings Okinawan music that was established in 1990. While listening to Okinawan songs played by the Nenes band, you can enjoy Okinawan classics Orion beer, Goya Champuru, and Okinawan-style chijimi "Hirayachi". If you can't decide on the menu, we recommend the "Nenaise Set" which includes standard Okinawan cuisine.
Okinawan Cuisine Angama
"Angama" is an Okinawan restaurant located near Kokusai-dori. In Okinawa, bone-in spareribs are often called "soki". You can enjoy a variety of Okinawan dishes such as "Soki Soba" with soki cooked until it melts, "Gusakuzan Hirayachi" Okonomiyaki, and "Agu Pork Tenderloin Steak". Live music performances are also held every night in the restaurant. The name "Angama" comes from the Obon festival that has been passed down from Ishigaki Island. During the Obon festival every year, you can see a group of people wearing carved wooden masks playing shamisen, flutes, and drums, which is also attractive.
A classic nightlife spot in Okinawa! Night Walk
During the summer vacation here, we hold night walks where you can visit the botanical garden at night. While taking a night walk, you can enjoy the colorful world of tropical plants growing in the park, which are created by the digital art of projection mapping?
Located near the Okinawa Kita IC on the Okinawa Expressway, the Southeast Botanical Garden in Okinawa City is a place where you can get in touch with tropical nature and animals. During the summer vacation, we hold night tours where you can visit the botanical gardens at night. While taking a night walk, you can enjoy the colorful world of tropical plants growing in the park, which are created through the digital art of projection mapping.
Starry sky tour, illumination
If you want to fully enjoy the night, you also want to see beautiful stars and illuminations. Introducing spots where you can experience the starry sky and illuminations unique to Okinawa.
"Okinawa Starry Sky Studio" One-group-only private tour
Why not take an unforgettable photo under the stars? Okinawa Starry Sky Studio offers a one-group-only private photography tour. Let a professional photographer take a special photo to commemorate your family vacation or honeymoon. The tour lasts 1 hour to 1.5 hours and is located at the Yanbaru Beach in the north of the main island of Okinawa, where nature is unspoiled. Let's take an unforgettable photo amidst the tranquil beach and the wonderful night view of countless stars.
A popular spot hidden at night
The Shuri Castle Main Hall, which is currently under reconstruction, is also a popular spot for night dates. The castle lights up at sunset, lighting up Shuri's nightlife into a magical world. You can enjoy a romantic atmosphere that is completely different from the bright vermilion of the day. From the observatory called "Nishi no Azana", you can see the beautiful night view of Naha. The lights are on almost every day until midnight, so why not enjoy a leisurely night stroll at the end of the day? *Occasionally, the lights will not be on due to equipment maintenance and inspection. Please check the official website before going out.
"Electric Chrysanthemum" that can only be seen in Okinawa
"Electric Chrysanthemum" is a method of artificially lighting the chrysanthemum field on winter nights to adjust the flowering period. Generally, chrysanthemums are grown in greenhouses. Therefore, this is a precious view that can only be seen in warm Okinawa. From December to March, the winter-only night view here can be seen in various places in the prefecture, such as Yagajishima, Itoman and Kokura areas.
A must-have for nightclubs! Alcohol and clubs
I'm sure many people want to drink in nightclubs. Here we introduce spots where you can enjoy Okinawa's unique sake.
Okinawa restaurant "Umimonogatari Main Store"
Recommended for those who want to enjoy Okinawan cuisine without worrying about time. A nightclub where you can listen to live Okinawan folk songs while tasting local cuisine made with Okinawan ingredients such as bitter melon and sea grapes. If you have free time the next day, please come visit us.
Okinawa also has many places to shop at night. Enjoy eating and shopping while enjoying the lights of the shopping mall.
"Mihama American Village" where you can enjoy retro night views
At night, the entire area of Mihama American Village is lit up, creating a retro, exotic atmosphere. There are also many restaurants and shopping malls here, so we recommend a leisurely walk on a cool evening.
Chatan-cho Hanbee Market
At Hanbee Night Market, about a 10-minute drive from Mihama American Village, many stores are open on weekends, and people bring in old clothes and groceries. Since there is a US military base nearby, there is a flea market selling second-hand American clothing and groceries, and there are food stalls offering international food. This is a place where you can enjoy exotic nightlife during your stay in Okinawa.
Senagajima Umika Terrace
The Senagajima Umika Terrace, about 15 minutes away from Naha Airport, is a popular shopping spot where you can enjoy shopping and eating while enjoying a magnificent view reminiscent of Southern Europe. Many restaurants are open until around 9pm, so you can stop by even after dinner at the hotel. There is also a free foot bath in the hotel, so if you are tired from shopping, why not relax in a natural hot spring foot bath?
Night Pool
There are many hotels in Okinawa where you can enjoy night pools, but we especially recommend Oriental Hotel Resort & Spa Okinawa. It is located on one of the largest sites in the prefecture and has six swimming pools, a children's pool, a 47.5m long waterslide, and a sauna. There are also two heated pools, so you can enjoy water fun all year round. There are also cabanas and deck areas to enjoy the beautiful scenery by the pool. At night, colorful lights such as blue and green illuminate the water, creating a magical atmosphere. From 2023, we will extend our operating hours to 10 pm, longer than any other facility in Okinawa Prefecture! After sunset, the strong Okinawa sun subsides and women and children can swim safely.
Oriental Hotel Okinawa Resort & Spa is a resort hotel with the concept of "playing with the island, connecting with the forest", located at the entrance of "Yanbaru" in the northern part of Okinawa main island. Okinawa, here are lush subtropical forests and blue sea. During the day, you can enjoy various activities on the sea or in the mountains, and in the hotel you can enjoy a variety of dishes made with high-quality Okinawan ingredients. All rooms have private balconies with sea views overlooking the East China Sea, and you can enjoy the natural scenery of Okinawa Yanbaru from your room. The hotel is close to the Okinawa Expressway Kyoda IC, and it is convenient to go to the northern, central and southern areas of Okinawa, making it the best hotel for active sightseeing in Okinawa.
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