wendy's Reviews Page 13/28

An affordable steak chain you can find all over Okinawa. If you want steak at a reasonable price, it's worth trying! The restaurant uses a self-service ordering machine. After ordering, just take your meal ticket and hand it directly to a staff member.

Besides steak, the salad, macaroni, white rice, red bean rice, and soup are all-you-can-eat self-service, so you'll definitely leave full, but drinks cost extra. I recommend choosing a whole steak that you cut yourself. The texture is a little better than the pre-cut beef chunks and hamburger steak. There are tons of sauces on the table, around 10 kinds, so you can mix and match different flavors.

How could you visit Okinawa without trying the super-popular BLUE SEAL! This famous ice cream shop on Kokusai Street, a brand that "came from America and became famous in Okinawa," has practically become one of the must-try foods when visiting Okinawa.

This time I ordered a crepe. The crepe was on the soft side, topped with plenty of whipped cream, banana, and vanilla ice cream. Overall, it was sweet and very satisfying. The only slight disappointment was the strawberries. Maybe they weren't in season, because they were a little tart, which was different from the sweet strawberries I'd imagined.

Overall, it's still a great place to stop for a treat while exploring Kokusai Street. Eating it as you walk really gives you that travel feeling!

One of the local markets you have to visit when you come to Naha! It's packed with Okinawan specialty ingredients, and you can find everything from seafood, fruit, prepared foods, and dried goods to souvenirs. As soon as you enter the market, you can really feel the atmosphere of everyday life in Okinawa. Although there are still quite a few tourists now, it still retains the lively and welcoming atmosphere of a traditional market. You can browse while eating, check out all kinds of unique ingredients, and experience a slice of daily life that's as close as it gets to how locals live.

Walk all the way from Kokusai Street through Heiwa-dori Shopping Street, and you'll arrive at Tsuboya Yachimun Street. It's very different from the bustling Kokusai Street—the street is relaxed and quiet, with many distinctive little pottery shops where you can browse and admire the pieces at your own pace.

Each shop has its own style, featuring everything from everyday tableware to all kinds of cute Okinawan pottery. There are also shops where you can try pottery-making yourself. If you like crafts or want to bring home a special souvenir, it's well worth stopping by〜

Just keep in mind that some shops don't allow photography. Remember to check before entering so you don't accidentally break the shop's rules.

If you're visiting Kokusai Dori in Okinawa, this is a great place to walk around at night〜 There are unique spots one after another, with all kinds of food, drinks, and izakayas, and the whole food stall village has a super lively atmosphere!

It's a good idea to walk around first and then decide what you want to eat. There are plenty of places to choose from, and each has its own character. Sit down for a drink and some small dishes and soak up Okinawa's lively nightlife—it really feels like you're traveling.

The prices are definitely quite a bit higher than elsewhere, but I think you're paying not just for the food, but also for the food stall atmosphere! It's also open pretty late. When I came on Saturday night, it was super crowded and really felt like nightlife〜
If you want to experience the lively atmosphere of Japanese food stalls and izakayas, it's still well worth walking around!

Kokusai-dori is perfect for spending half a day or even a full day exploring at a leisurely pace!
The whole street is very lively, with restaurants, souvenir shops, drugstores, and local specialty shops lining both sides. Whether you want something to eat or want to shop, you can find it all here. And don't just stick to Kokusai-dori—the nearby Ichiba Hondori, Heiwa-dori, and Makishi Public Market are also well worth exploring. There are many small local Okinawan shops and places to eat tucked away in the alleys, making it more interesting than you might expect.

This area is also one of Naha's most iconic historic districts. After developing in the postwar period, it gradually grew into the lively markets and shopping streets seen today, offering a glimpse of everyday life in Okinawa.
Recommended route: Start at Makishi Station ➜ Makishi Public Market ➜ Ichiba Hondori ➜ Heiwa-dori ➜ Kokusai-dori.

Take your time, eat whatever catches your eye, and buy whatever you like, then make your way back to Kokusai-dori at the end. That's the most enjoyable way to explore. You really can eat from morning to night and shop until your hands are full. If it's your first time in Okinawa, this area is well worth setting aside plenty of time to explore at a leisurely pace!

It's about a 20-minute drive south from Naha Airport and easy to get to. There aren't many people on weekdays, so it's very comfortable to browse〜 ASHIBINAA is Okinawa's first outlet mall, with more than 100 domestic and international brands across two floors. It has everything from luxury goods and clothing to household items, as well as plenty of discounted merchandise, so it's really a great place to hunt for bargains.

The entire shopping center has a strong Greek feel blended with Okinawan elements, making it feel like you're on vacation as you walk around. When you get tired, you can head to the second floor to eat and rest, and there's also Okinawa's must-try Blue Seal ice cream.

This was my first time visiting an outlet mall in Okinawa, and I thought it was a little like Gloria Outlets in Taoyuan, Taiwan. It's easy to browse, easy to shop, and you can also enjoy Okinawa's laid-back atmosphere!

I really recommend planning a trip to Okinawa World! It brings Okinawa's nature, history, and traditional culture together in one park, and the spectacular Gyokusendo Cave is the one thing you can't miss. Okinawa has more than 600 limestone caves, and Gyokusendo Cave is one of the most iconic and impressive. About 800 meters of the cave are open to visitors, and walking the entire route takes around 50 minutes.

Along the way, you can see stalactites that slowly formed over hundreds of thousands of years. Their unusual shapes, illuminated by the lights, add to the mysterious and magical atmosphere. Most amazingly, these stalactites are still growing and slowly taking on new forms. As you walk through and see the traces nature has left little by little, you can't help but marvel, "Nature's craftsmanship is truly incredible!"

After leaving Gyokusendo Cave, don't rush off〜Okinawa World itself is also well worth exploring! You can experience traditional Okinawan culture and see distinctive buildings and historical artifacts throughout the park. I especially recommend seeing the taiko drum show!
The roughly 30-minute performance is powerful, with thunderous drumming and an incredibly lively atmosphere. It has a distinctly Okinawan feel!

The park has even more to offer than I expected, and the cave walkway was much longer than anticipated. After touring Gyokusendo Cave, there is still plenty of traditional Okinawan culture and history to enjoy as you make your way back.

The Okinawa Prefectural Museum & Art Museum in Naha's Shintoshin area is a cultural complex combining a museum and an art museum. The building's exterior was inspired by traditional Ryukyuan gusuku castle ruins, and its white walls and distinctive perforated panels give it a uniquely Okinawan architectural style.

The museum exhibits cover everything from Okinawa's geological evolution and natural ecosystems to the history of the Ryukyu Kingdom. The content is quite extensive, offering a deeper understanding of how the islands of Okinawa were formed and the relationship between the natural environment and cultural history.

The art museum mainly features works by local Okinawan artists and contemporary art, creating a completely different atmosphere from the museum. The interior is spacious and easy to navigate, and you can spend quite a while exploring at a leisurely pace. It's well worth adding to your itinerary if you're interested in Okinawan history and culture.

Located in Naha's Shintoshin area near Omoromachi monorail station, it's a good place to visit on a rainy day or when you want to learn more about Okinawan culture.

One of the must-visit spots in central Okinawa!
Mihama American Village blends American street style with local Okinawan character and truly has a charm all its own. It's not only packed with Americans but also with tourists. The distinctive buildings, streetscapes, food, and small shops combine an international atmosphere with Okinawan elements, making every corner photogenic.

During the day, the entire neighborhood is colorful in the sunlight and has a strong resort feel. Walking along the coast with the sea breeze blowing, you might almost feel like you're on the European coast.

Around sunset, I especially recommend taking a walk on the beach, enjoying the sea breeze and sunset. Kids can play in the water too, and the relaxed stroll is really pleasant.

At night, the scenery is completely different. Once the lights come on, the entire American Village sparkles and is filled with a Christmas atmosphere, making it even more romantic than during the day.

Pay attention to business hours at night! Many shops start closing after 8:00 p.m., and by 9:00 p.m., almost everything is closed. If you want to shop or eat, come a little earlier so you don't arrive excited only to find everything closed.