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Naha

Japan

Pace: balanced Subtropical Relaxed Historic Beachy
Ideal trip length
3 - 7 days
Busiest
Jul-Aug
Naha
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Hotels in Naha

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At a glance

Climate
Tropical
Languages
Japanese and Okinawan
Local currency
JPY (JPY)
Local time
(GMT+9)
Ideal trip length
3–7 days
Cost level
3 of 5 · our research
Suggested area to stay
Kokusai Dori area
Tap water
Generally described as safe to drink
Tipping
Not customary

What this place is for

History

95 · Outstanding

Culture

90 · Outstanding

Food

90 · Outstanding

Family 85 · Very good

Our own 0–100 ratings for this one destination. They describe a city; they are not a league table of cities.

Food to try

Okinawa Soba Goya Champuru Rafute Sata Andagi

When to visit Naha

How good each month is here, on this destination's own scale. It compares months within this city, never one city against another.

Best months: April, October Busiest: Jul-Aug
  1. Jan
    70

    Mild, pleasant, sunny

  2. Feb
    75

    Mild, pleasant, sunny

  3. Mar
    80

    Warm, pleasant, blooming

  4. Apr
    85

    Warm, ideal beach weather

  5. May
    70

    Hot, start of rainy season

  6. Jun
    60

    Hot, humid, heavy rain

  7. Jul
    65

    Hot, humid, typhoon risk

  8. Aug
    65

    Hot, humid, typhoon risk

  9. Sept
    70

    Hot, less rain, typhoon risk

  10. Oct
    85

    Warm, pleasant, sunny

  11. Nov
    80

    Mild, pleasant, sunny

  12. Dec
    75

    Mild, pleasant, sunny

Things to do in Naha

8 places worth your time, grouped by when they are at their best.

Best in the morning

3 places

Shuri Castle

Shuri 2.5 hrs

Explore the reconstructed Ryukyu Kingdom royal palace.

Indoors Good for children

Makishi Public Market

Downtown Naha 1.5 hrs

Experience a lively local market with fresh seafood and Okinawan delicacies.

Indoors Good for children

Shikina-en Garden

Shuri 1.5 hrs

Wander through a beautiful traditional Ryukyuan landscape garden.

Outdoors Good for children

Best in the afternoon

3 places

Kokusai Dori (International Street)

Downtown Naha 3 hrs

Stroll Naha's bustling main street with shops, restaurants, and entertainment.

Outdoors Good for children

Naminoue Beach

Naminoue 2 hrs

Relax at Naha's urban beach adjacent to a cliffside shrine.

Outdoors Good for children

Tsuboya Yachimun Street

Tsuboya 1 hr

Discover traditional Okinawan pottery workshops and shops.

Outdoors Good for children

Any time of day

2 places

Okinawa Prefectural Museum & Art Museum

Omoromachi 2 hrs

Delve into Okinawa's history, culture, and natural environment.

Indoors Good for children

Fukushu-en Garden

Kume 1 hr

Enjoy a tranquil Chinese-style garden, a symbol of Naha's sister city ties.

Outdoors Good for children
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Tours and activities in Naha

Guided tours, day trips and tickets to book alongside your stay.

Practical ratings

Our own ratings and key insights for this destination.

Eating & Culinary

Okinawa Soba 95 · Outstanding
Goya Champuru 87 · Outstanding
Rafute 78 · Very good
Sata Andagi 70 · Good

Signature Experiences

Shuri Castle 95 · Outstanding
Kokusai Dori (International Street) 91 · Outstanding
Makishi Public Market 88 · Outstanding
Naminoue Beach 84 · Very good
Okinawa Prefectural Museum & Art Museum 81 · Very good
Shikina-en Garden 77 · Very good
Tsuboya Yachimun Street 74 · Good
Fukushu-en Garden 70 · Good

Best Suitable For

Families 95 · Outstanding
Couples 90 · Outstanding
Friends 85 · Outstanding
Culture 80 · Very good
Budget 75 · Very good
Beach 70 · Good

Planning & Tips

Rent a car to explore beyond Naha. 95 · Outstanding
Try all the unique Okinawan dishes. 83 · Very good
Be mindful of typhoon season (summer). 70 · Good

Ratings and recommendations are curated from local travel data.

Near Naha

Straight-line distance from the centre of Naha.

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