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

4/5(9 reviews)

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

4.5/5(2 reviews)

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

4.5/5(6 reviews)

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

3/5(1 review)

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

Glass Bottom boat ORCA + Famous Sam’s steak lunch great value set plan!

Glass Bottom boat ORCA and Famous Sam’s steak lunch set plan!

AU$52
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Glass Bottom boat ORCA and Famous Sam’s steak lunch set plan!
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
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$66 per night from 3 Nov to 4 Nov
AU$66
3 Nov - 4 Nov
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! (68 reviews)
"Loved that the toilet was separate to the shower/laundry, the twin beds were great, the A/C was incredibly life-saving as it was soooo hot when we went! Location was good, lots of dining options in walking distance."

Reviewed on 9 Oct 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$117 per night from 28 Oct to 29 Oct
AU$117
28 Oct - 29 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! (2,249 reviews)
"it was very nice and clean"

Reviewed on 1 Oct 2025

Okinawa NaHaNa Hotel & Spa
THE NEST NAHA

THE NEST NAHA

3 out of 5
1-6-1, Naha, Okinawa
The price is AU$138 per night from 4 Nov to 5 Nov
AU$138
4 Nov - 5 Nov
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! (235 reviews)
"Clean room they provide pajamas and slippers"

Reviewed on 26 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$171 per night from 3 Nov to 4 Nov
AU$171
3 Nov - 4 Nov
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! (1,394 reviews)
"Okay overall"

Reviewed on 6 Oct 2025

JR KYUSHU HOTEL Blossom Naha
Tokyu Stay Okinawa Naha

Tokyu Stay Okinawa Naha

3 out of 5
3-2-1 Tsubokawa, Naha, Okinawa
The price is AU$162 per night from 4 Nov to 5 Nov
AU$162
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Naha. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,260 reviews)
"Everything was great. Rooms were spacious and the showers were awesome. Staff was awesome and parking was awesome. Don Don in the same building was a bonus! Will stay here again in the future!"

Reviewed on 7 Oct 2025

Tokyu Stay Okinawa Naha
Hotel JAL City Naha

Hotel JAL City Naha

3.5 out of 5
1-3-70 Makishi Naha Shi, Naha, Okinawa-ken
The price is AU$167 per night from 3 Nov to 4 Nov
AU$167
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Naha. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
"The only thing can take is the location 👌"

Reviewed on 16 Sept 2025

Hotel JAL City 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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