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Pork Tamago Onigiri – Makishi Market Branch

Enjoy Okinawa’s beloved soul food right in the heart of the lively market!

24 Oct 2026 See More

One of the most unforgettable foods from this trip was definitely Okinawan onigiri. Ever since I had my first one in American Village, I haven't been able to stop thinking about it. It truly deserves its reputation as an incredibly popular local favorite.

Although it looks like just rice wrapped in nori, it's paired with a thick, tender Japanese omelet and a variety of main fillings. Each one is made fresh and served piping hot, and every bite is pure happiness. I especially recommend trying the classic Okinawan bitter melon flavor. The slightly bitter, crisp texture goes surprisingly well with the meat and egg combination.

If you want to experience the lively atmosphere of the popular original location, you can line up at Makishi Public Market. If you're short on time, you can also easily get one at the airport branch on your way home, which is very convenient. I strongly recommend making time to try it when visiting Okinawa. The flavor is simple yet unforgettable, and I still couldn't stop thinking about it after leaving.

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Senaga Island with a 1.8km circumference is connected to Naha Airport with a marine road. This is where a multi resort facility stands. White buildings line the slope facing the emerald green ocean. It looks like a little town. The beauty was designed after the European resorts such as the Amalfi Coast in Italy and Santorini Island on the Aegean Sea.
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Arriving at Umikaji Terrace on Senaga Island, it really felt like I had instantly traveled to a little piece of Greece. Rows of pure white, terraced buildings are scattered across the hillside, and against the blue sky and white clouds, the view is so dreamy that you can't help but be amazed.

This time, I specifically planned to find a café with an ocean view, enjoy some delightful pancakes, and watch huge airplanes roar past. After eating, you can walk straight out to the terrace for a stroll. From there, you get a completely unobstructed view of planes taking off and landing, while also looking out over the layered shades of Okinawa's breathtaking blue ocean.

The relaxed and romantic atmosphere here is truly charming. Whether you want to unwind or take beautiful photos, it's perfect. If you're traveling around southern Okinawa, I highly recommend visiting this beautiful place.
Miyakojima’s Yukishio “Yukishio Sand“

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These Yukishio cookies are definitely one of my favorite Okinawan souvenirs. They offer a wide variety of products, including their classic sandwich cookies, langue de chat cookies, and the richer, more substantial butter toast series. Every one of them is well worth buying.

Made with natural Yukishio salt unique to Miyakojima, they have just the right touch of natural saltiness, paired with a perfectly balanced sweetness in the filling. The combination of sweet and salty is truly delicious. I still remember trying the ice cream with cookies at the store, and that wonderful flavor was unforgettable. After returning to Taiwan, I missed it so much that I even bought vanilla ice cream to eat with the Yukishio cookies, hoping to recreate that same feeling.

If you're choosing an Okinawan souvenir, this should definitely be at the top of your must-buy list. I wholeheartedly recommend it.
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Naha City Kokusai-dori Shopping Street is located in the center of Naha City and is the main street representing Okinawa. It is the largest downtown area in Naha City and is famous as the center of commerce and entertainment. It is known as "Kokusai-dori (International street)," based on the concept of "a people-friendly town and a town that is fun to walk through.
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Kokusai-dori at night is truly colorful and bustling. This time, I took the monorail there and slowly strolled along the street. I specifically came to find the famous snow salt cookie shop because I was amazed when I tried the cookies during my trip and knew I had to visit.

In addition to a wide selection of souvenirs, the shop also serves its signature snow salt ice cream. You can find all kinds of Okinawa's famous specialty salts here. The most interesting part is that after ordering the ice cream, you can sprinkle on different flavored salts however you like. The unique combination of salty and sweet is really delicious.

After finishing the ice cream, I started browsing the little shops along the street and also stopped by Don Quijote to hunt for interesting finds. Although my feet were unbearably sore by the end of the day, I still couldn't stop walking. The most remarkable thing was that nearly everyone along the way seemed to be a Taiwanese tourist. It felt warmly familiar and was almost as lively as walking through a night market in Taiwan.