Central Okinawa Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels
town in Nakagami district, Okinawa prefecture, Japan
About Central Okinawa
Central Okinawa is the narrowest part of the island. Much of the area, particular on the west coast nearGinowan(宜野湾),Chatan(北谷) andKadena(嘉手納) is occupied by the large US military bases and consequently has a notable US military presence. The main stretch of Route 58 in front of Camp Foster is all too American, with three lanes flanked on both sides by strip mall shops with English signage and drive-thru fast food restaurants The eastern coast is more residential, with the three cities ofUrasoe(浦添),Uruma(うるま), andOkinawa City(沖縄市), formerlyKoza(コザ). If you see highway signs for "Okinawa", they're referring to this city. Some cities have their own bilingual tourism info sites, includingChatan TourismandKOZAWEB(Okinawa City).
Top Attractions in Central Okinawa
Explore the best things to see and do in Central Okinawa:
- ★Araha Beach
- ★Cape Zanpa
- ★Hamahiga Island
- ★Ikei Beach
- ★Katsuren Castle
- ★Koza Music Town
- ★Mihama American Village
- ★Nakagusuku Castle
Where to Eat in Central Okinawa
Must-try local food and restaurants:
- 🍴CoCo's
- 🍴Jirocho Zushi
- 🍴Kasthamandap
- 🍴Yoshihachi
Where to Stay in Central Okinawa
- 🏨Hilton Okinawa Chatan Resort
Central Okinawa Travel Guide Sections
Our comprehensive guide covers 10 sections including: