Wakasa Travel Guide
Naha
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.
Shurijo Castle
Take a tour of this lavishly decorated hilltop castle that was home to powerful Japanese kings for more than 400 years.
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.
Okinawa Prefectural Office
After visiting Okinawa Prefectural Office, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Naha. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in this culturally rich area.
Okinawa Prefectural Museum and Art Museum
One of Japan’s most impressive museums is located within the confines of this colossal stone castle.
Top hotels in Wakasa
Randor Residence Naha Okinawa
Loved that the toilet was separate to the shower/laundry, the twin beds were great, the A/C was incredibly life-saving as it was soooo hot when we went! Location was good, lots of dining options in walking distance.
Reviewed on 9 Oct 2025
Okinawa NaHaNa Hotel & Spa
They helped to retrieve my lost wallet
Reviewed on 16 Oct 2025
THE NEST NAHA
Gorgeous hotel, good sized room. We loved it!
Reviewed on 17 Oct 2025
JR KYUSHU HOTEL Blossom Naha
Very good
Reviewed on 16 Oct 2025
Hotel JAL City Naha
The only thing can take is the location 👌
Reviewed on 16 Sept 2025
HOTEL SANSUI NAHA Ryukyu Onsen Naminoue-No-Yu
The hotel was very well-maintained and professional, especially at the price point. Above all, the staff were incredibly kind and went above and beyond to help me even before my stay began. I desperately needed to receive a piece of mail and they allowed me to have it sent to them, and they coordinated ...
Reviewed on 17 Oct 2025
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.
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.
Kume
While visiting Kume, you might make a stop by sights like Fukushūen Garden and Shiseibyo Temple.
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.
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.
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.
