Wakasa Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Kokusai-dori Shopping Street
Naha’s lively main street is home to an array of superb restaurants, souvenir shops and galleries selling fine glassware.
Tomari Port
Explore the waterfront in Naha with a trip to Tomari Port. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in this culturally rich area.
Naminoue Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Naminoue Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Naha. Wander the parks and marina while you're in the area.
Shurijo Castle
Take a tour of this lavishly decorated hilltop castle that was home to powerful Japanese kings for more than 400 years.
Naha Cruise Terminal
Explore the waterfront in Naha with a trip to Naha Cruise Terminal. Wander the parks and marina while you're in the area.
Naha Air Base
Naha Air Base is just one of the places to see in Naha, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in this culturally rich area.
Activities
Mangrove kayaking to enjoy nature in Okinawa
Glass Bottom boat ORCA and Famous Sam’s steak lunch set plan!
Double-Decker Open Top Bus Okinawa 3 trips
Tokashiki Island: Visit 2 Beaches in 1 Day! Snorkeling
Official Street Go-Kart Tour - Okinawa Shop
Our pick of the best Wakasa Hotel Deals
THE NEST NAHA
Our stay was wonderful at this hotel. The staff were very friendly and we love how spacious the lobby and the rooms are. A lot of daily care items such as brushes, toothbrushes, and cotton swabs and tips were provided in the room and we enjoyed the pool almost daily.
Reviewed on 18 Mar 2026
Hotel AQUA CITTA Naha
Great
Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026
Hyatt Regency Naha, Okinawa
Great staff and parking and very close to everything. Has a Laundry room. Very convenient. We stayed here twice and loved it
Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026
Okinawa Harborview Hotel
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Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026
Tokyu Stay Okinawa Naha
clean room and friendly staff
Reviewed on 18 Mar 2026
Okinawa NaHaNa Hotel & Spa
Clean Room, excellent Breakfast and very friendly staff
Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Wakasa
Matsuyama
Visitors to Matsuyama enjoy its bars, and if you want to do some exploring, Matsuyama Park is worth a stop.
Kume
While visiting Kume, you might make a stop by sights like Fukushūen Garden and Shiseibyo Temple.
Naha City Centre
The parks and historical sites are just a few things visitors like about Naha City Centre. Kokusai-dori Shopping Street and Tomari Port are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Miebashi Station or Kenchomae Station to get around the larger area.
Maejima
While Maejima may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Kokusai-dori Shopping Street and Tomari Port.
Tsuji
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Tsuji and surrounding area, you can visit Kokusai-dori Shopping Street and Naminouegu Shrine.
Kumoji
Kumoji is popular for its popular shops. Explore top sights like Kokusai-dori Shopping Street and Palette Kumoji, and you can get around town on the metro at Kenchomae Station.
