Wakasa Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Wakasa
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Popular places to visit

International Street showing a city, night scenes and street scenes

Kokusai-dori Shopping Street

Naha’s lively main street is home to an array of superb restaurants, souvenir shops and galleries selling fine glassware.

Kokusai-dori Shopping Street
Tomari Port

Tomari Port

Explore the waterfront in Naha with a trip to Tomari Port. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in this culturally rich area.

Tomari Port
Shurijo Castle which includes a river or creek, heritage architecture and a bridge

Shurijo Castle

Take a tour of this lavishly decorated hilltop castle that was home to powerful Japanese kings for more than 400 years.

Shurijo Castle
Naminoue Beach

Naminoue Beach

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Naminoue Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Naha. Wander the parks and marina while you're in the area.

Naminoue Beach
Okinawa Prefectural Office

Okinawa Prefectural Office

After visiting Okinawa Prefectural Office, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Naha. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in this culturally rich area.

Okinawa Prefectural Office
Okinawa Prefectural Museum and Art Museum which includes modern architecture

Okinawa Prefectural Museum and Art Museum

One of Japan’s most impressive museums is located within the confines of this colossal stone castle.

Okinawa Prefectural Museum and Art Museum

Activities

Churaumi Aquarium, Ryukyu Village & Hoshino Resort Banta Cafe

Churaumi Aquarium, Ryukyu Village & Hoshino Banta Cafe Bus tour A course

AU$78
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Churaumi Aquarium, Ryukyu Village & Hoshino Banta Cafe Bus tour A course
Double-Decker Bus,Okinawan Open Top Bus

Double-Decker Open Top Bus Okinawa 3 trips

AU$26
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Double-Decker Open Top Bus Okinawa 3 trips
Okinawa Hip-hop Bus B Course Tour

Okinawa Hip-hop Bus B Course Tour (Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium)

AU$92
per adult
Okinawa Hip-hop Bus B Course Tour (Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium)
The best way to re-discover Okinawa

Official Street Go-Kart Tour - Okinawa Shop

AU$56
per adult
Official Street Go-Kart Tour - Okinawa Shop
Naha: Day Trip to Tokashiki Island with Lunch

From Naha: Snorkeling Tour to Kerama by Ferry

AU$131
per adult
72% of travellers recommend
From Naha: Snorkeling Tour to Kerama by Ferry
Okinawa Glass Bottom Boat Tour

Okinawa Glass Bottom Boat Tour

AU$45
per adult
Okinawa Glass Bottom Boat Tour
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Our pick of the best Wakasa Hotel Deals

Randor Residence Naha Okinawa

Randor Residence Naha Okinawa

3.5 out of 5
Wakasa 2-4-13, Naha, Okinawa
The price is AU$65 per night from 1 Oct to 2 Oct
AU$65
1 Oct - 2 Oct
Stay at this 3.5-star apartment in Naha. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and slippers. Popular attractions Kokusai-dori Shopping Street and Naminoue Beach ...
7.8/10 Good! (60 reviews)
"Property was very clean and accessible. Would definitely recommend."

Reviewed on 20 June 2025

Randor Residence Naha Okinawa
Okinawa NaHaNa Hotel & Spa

Okinawa NaHaNa Hotel & Spa

4 out of 5
1-5 Kume 2 Chome, Naha, Okinawa-ken
The price is AU$112 per night from 27 Oct to 28 Oct
AU$112
27 Oct - 28 Oct
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Naha. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,248 reviews)
"Friendly and respectful staff"

Reviewed on 4 Sept 2025

Okinawa NaHaNa Hotel & Spa
THE NEST NAHA

THE NEST NAHA

3 out of 5
1-6-1, Naha, Okinawa
The price is AU$149 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
AU$149
28 Sept - 29 Sept
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Naha. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Kokusai-dori Shopping Street and Naha ...
9/10 Wonderful! (205 reviews)
"Rooftop pool excellent"

Reviewed on 14 Sept 2025

THE NEST NAHA
JR KYUSHU HOTEL Blossom Naha

JR KYUSHU HOTEL Blossom Naha

4 out of 5
2-16-1 Makishi, Naha, Okinawa
The price is AU$242 per night from 29 Sept to 30 Sept
AU$242
29 Sept - 30 Sept
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Naha. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,392 reviews)
"Good hotel"

Reviewed on 20 Sept 2025

JR KYUSHU HOTEL Blossom Naha
Rizzan Sea Park Hotel Tancha Bay

Rizzan Sea Park Hotel Tancha Bay

4 out of 5
1496 Tancha, Kunigami, Onna, Okinawa-ken
The price is AU$161 per night from 14 Oct to 15 Oct
AU$161
14 Oct - 15 Oct
Stay at this 4-star beach resort in Onna. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,023 reviews)
"all was perfect"

Reviewed on 27 July 2025

Rizzan Sea Park Hotel Tancha Bay
Hotel AQUA CITTA Naha

Hotel AQUA CITTA Naha

4 out of 5
Maejima 3-2-20, Naha
The price is AU$110 per night from 29 Sept to 30 Sept
AU$110
29 Sept - 30 Sept
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Naha. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,017 reviews)
"This property STRICTLY enforces the 3:00pm check-in; NO exceptions without dire circumstances and paying a hefty per-hour fee. The only "English" spoken by staff is a handheld translator; very tiresome. The hotel is close to being elegant and is kept very clean. The pool is large and refreshing after ..."

Reviewed on 24 Sept 2025

Hotel AQUA CITTA Naha
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Other neighbourhoods around Wakasa

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Matsuyama

Visitors to Matsuyama enjoy its bars, and if you want to do some exploring, Matsuyama Park is worth a stop.

Matsuyama
Okinawa featuring a cascade and rainforest

Naha City Centre

4/5(18 area reviews)

The parks and historical sites are just a few things visitors like about Naha City Centre. Kokusai-dori Shopping Street and Tomari Port are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Miebashi Station or Kenchomae Station to get around the larger area.

Naha City Centre
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Kume

While visiting Kume, you might make a stop by sights like Fukushūen Garden and Shiseibyo Temple.

Kume
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Tsuji

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Tsuji and surrounding area, you can visit Kokusai-dori Shopping Street and Naminouegu Shrine.

Tsuji
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Maejima

While Maejima may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Kokusai-dori Shopping Street and Tomari Port.

Maejima
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Kumoji

Kumoji is popular for its popular shops. Explore top sights like Kokusai-dori Shopping Street and Palette Kumoji, and you can get around town on the metro at Kenchomae Station.

Kumoji

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