360 Grille (Closed)
This business has now closed. The review is kept here for archival Enjoy vistas of Okinawa as you eat–kangaroo? Sitting eight floors up, where Blueberry Café once was, 360 Grille has an unparalleled atmosphere. It’s circular layout guarantees almost every seat a...
Humpbacks & Hammerheads Are Here – February 2014 Dive Report
February brings the giants of the Pacific into Okinawan waters. Humpback whale season is in full swing with mothers and calves frolicking in the waters of the Keramas and surrounding islands of Okinawa. These gentle giants will be gracing our waters for the next two...
Ha Ha Ha Cupcakes (Closed)
This business has now closed. The review is kept here for archival Pretty cupcakes in a petite shop. But how do they taste? Read on! Okinawa’s commercial landscape is dotted with neighborhood bakeries and patisseries, offering an array of beautifully...
Top 5 Naha Shopping Spots
‘Tis the season for gift giving, holiday parties, and thankfully, cooler temperatures. It’s also the perfect time to take a day trip and explore the island. Why not do some sight seeing and cross off a few names from your holiday shopping list? We’ve selected the top...
New Naha Airport International Terminal Open
If you've used the International terminal in Naha before you'll be breating a big sigh of relief that the new terminal is now open and you no longer have to tolerate the cramped conditions of the previous shed. The new terminal is located to the right of the old one a...
This Week on Oki: March 8-15
Cherry blossom season may be over, but there are still plenty of flower festivals on Okinawa to enjoy. Don't miss the azaleas in bloom in Higashi Village. The Higashi Azalea Festival runs Mar 1-23 from 9 am to 6 pm at Higashi Azalea Park. Entrance is ¥300, but be sure...
Derby Girls
Think you’ve got what it takes to be a part of derby? Actually, you do. There’s a saying in the roller derby world: “Give your wife her life back. Let her join roller derby.” Roller derby, an all-women, full-contact sport on roller skates, has claimed the hearts of...
Marugame Seimen Udon Restaurant
These udon are the newest to appear on Highway 58. With their generous seating, tasty noodles and tempura, and great value, we think they’ll last a while. It’d be hard to find noodles thicker than udon–any larger, and you’d have a hard time fitting them in...
Ramen Kameya
Tomato ramen and sushi distinguish this restaurant from typical ramen shops–but how does it measure up? Spend enough time going out to eat in Okinawa, and you’ll start to notice how fiercely local restaurants compete for customers’ patronage. This is true...
In The Mood for Noodles
Second in popularity only to white rice, Japanese noodles are versatile enough to take on other ingredients’ flavors, and to stand out as a main course. But what’s the difference between ramen and udon? Soba and yakisoba? We break down five different, delicious noodle...
YOHO Okinawa!
YOHO-ho! And a bottle of honey--Local shop offers sweet selections. Humans’ use of honey for medicinal reasons dates back thousands of years. Egyptians used it to dress wounds and embalm bodies. Today, there are lots of claims that honey can do much more, from...
Okinawa and its Rich Music Diversity
The islands of Okinawa are known for their natural beauty and people, as well as the harmonic sounds the people create in their lives. One thing you can find in Okinawa is the rich diversity of things, be it in nature, or in the people you meet in the streets. Okinawa...
Kami Sushi
L.A. style sushi and more make this American Village restaurant a hot spot. Few sushi restaurants in Okinawa rival Kami Sushi’s customer service, atmosphere, and most importantly, variety of delicious menu items, including sushi rolls. The rolls are quite...
Market Fresh – Okinawan Farmers’ Markets
Fresh fruit and vegetables are not only good for your health, they’re also much tastier than canned and frozen varieties. But in Okinawa, shopping for produce can be costly and frustrating. Not to worry—we’ve found 6 of the many farmers markets on island, offering...
Nashville Country Club
The Place To Get Yer Country On! Nashville Country Bar has reopened in Chatan under new management! It’s located in Kitamae, Chatan close to Camp Foster’s Commissary gate. Open Wednesday to Sunday from 18:00 to 00:00 (later at weekends) to get you in a...
Kan Nichi Kan
You don’t have to travel off island to taste Korean cuisine—Okinawa has Korean barbecue and a few homestyle Korean restaurants to check out. Kan Nichi Kan in Awase blends the barbecue-at-your-table experience with some authentic dishes, at a slightly...
Ishiken Housing
We are ready at Ishiken Housing to find your ideal Okinawa home. We have got a wide variety of Okinawa Houses, Homes and Duplexes available to rent all over the island. Please search our website, drop by our office or contact us soon! Opening Hours MONDAY...
S.O.S – Save on Seoul!
Looking for a quick getaway off island? Seoul is a cultural hotspot for sightseeing, tasty cuisine, and of course, incredible shopping. Here are 13 insider tips to help you save money and sanity in the South Korean capital. 13 tips to make the most of your trip What...
Okinawa Web Design
Okinawa Web Design Co. are experts at getting your business online at a price you can afford. They're different because they take the time to understand your requirements, that way they deliver a website or piece of development work that you want. Sounds simple right,...
Climax Coffee Review
With reasonable prices and a large menu selection of drinks and tasty food, Climax gives that other famous coffee shop a run for its money. The Japanese café chain Climax Coffee has been serving Okinawa since 2007, and with its focus on atmosphere and...
