Enjoy Everything Pineapple! A Guide to Enjoying Nago Pineapple Park

Enjoy Everything Pineapple! A Guide to Enjoying Nago Pineapple Park

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Written by GOOD LUCK TRIP

Nago Pineapple Park is a pineapple-themed park located in Nago City, in the northern part of Okinawa’s main island.
Visitors can explore the vast grounds, where around 120 varieties of pineapples are grown, enjoy pineapple-based sweets and food, and even visit Japan’s only pineapple winery.
This article introduces the park’s highlights and must-see spots.
Before heading out with your family or partner, be sure to check this guide so you can make the most of your visit.

Features of Nago Pineapple Park

Located in Nago City, just past Kyoda, the northernmost interchange of the Okinawa Expressway, Nago Pineapple Park is one of Okinawa’s most famous attractions dedicated to pineapples. Established in 1979, it is a long-standing theme park enjoyed by both tourists and locals alike.
The park’s theme song and dance have even become a popular staple at wedding receptions in Okinawa.

Papimaru, Nago Pineapple Park’s mascot, welcomes visitors.
Papimaru, Nago Pineapple Park’s mascot, welcomes visitors.

Inside the park, you will find around 120 varieties of pineapples growing in different areas, including the Cart Area, the Walking Area, and the Shop Area.
Additional attractions include the Sky Walk, where visitors can admire tropical plants, the Dinosaur Adventure Tour, where life-sized dinosaurs move and roar, and Japan’s only Pineapple Winery. The park is also home to the Pineapple Brandy Distillery, which produces rare barrel-aged spirits. With so much to see and do, visitors will never get bored, right up until the very end of their visit.
The park is also fully wheelchair-accessible, making it easy for visitors of all ages to explore comfortably.

Strollers and wheelchairs are available for rental.
Strollers and wheelchairs are available for rental.

5 Highlights of Nago Pineapple Park

1. The Cart Area, Where You Can Ride the Pineapple Cart Through Vast Pineapple Fields

The self-driving Pineapple Cart takes visitors on a guided tour through the pineapple fields and is available in four languages: Japanese, English, Chinese, and Korean.
At the starting point, a Hollywood-style welcome sign marks the beginning of the ride, which lasts about seven minutes. As you pass through outdoor pineapple fields and vibrant tropical gardens, be sure to take plenty of photos and videos.
The park is much larger than it appears from the entrance, so using the Pineapple Cart is a great way to explore efficiently.
Throughout the ride, there are three automatic photo opportunities, so be sure to flash your biggest smile for the camera.

The Pineapple Cart is a great way to get around the park.
The Pineapple Cart is a great way to get around the park.
There are three photo spots while riding the Pineapple Cart.
There are three photo spots while riding the Pineapple Cart.
Photos taken at the designated photo spots are available for purchase. A great souvenir to remember your visit.
Photos taken at the designated photo spots are available for purchase. A great souvenir to remember your visit.

2. The Walking Area, A Jungle-Like Path Featuring a Sky Garden and Dinosaurs

Surrounded by lush tropical plants and colorful flowers, this area offers a jungle-like experience.
Here, you’ll find decorative pineapple plants that are rarely seen elsewhere in Okinawa.
The Sky Garden allows visitors to feel as if they are walking among the treetops, while whimsical plaster Shisa statues and other photo spots add to the charm.
Rather than rushing through, take your time to sit on a bench, relax, and fully immerse yourself in the tropical scenery.

Various ornamental pineapples and tropical plants can be seen in the Sky Garden.
Various ornamental pineapples and tropical plants can be seen in the Sky Garden.
Find photogenic plants throughout the park.
Find photogenic plants throughout the park.
A towering pineapple monument in the fields.
A towering pineapple monument in the fields.

3. The "Shop Area," Where You Can Take a Break with Pineapple Sweets and Wine

After exploring the park, take a moment to relax with original pineapple-based sweets and drinks while enjoying views of the pineapple fields and lush subtropical plants.
At Nago Pineapple Winery, Japan’s first and only pineapple winery, visitors can enjoy pineapple wine, soft-serve ice cream, and freshly squeezed pineapple juice.

Enjoy the rich and flavorful pineapple baked pie.
Enjoy the rich and flavorful pineapple baked pie.
The pineapple soft-serve ice cream is a popular treat all year round.
The pineapple soft-serve ice cream is a popular treat all year round.

One of the most popular offerings is the Three-Wine Tasting Set (1,000 yen), which allows guests to sample different varieties of pineapple wine.
Meanwhile, at LA PIÑA DISTILLERY, the world's only pineapple brandy distillery, visitors can get an up-close look at the barrel-aging process.
Sip on spirits made from pineapples, Shikwasa citrus, and sugarcane while sharing memories of your park visit with family or friends.

Japan’s only pineapple winery’s selection of wines.
Japan’s only pineapple winery’s selection of wines.
A winery and distillery are located on-site.
A winery and distillery are located on-site.

4. The "Dinosaur Adventure Tour," Where Life-Sized Dinosaurs Move and Roar

This area is designed as a sanctuary for dinosaurs that have “arrived from the forests of Yanbaru.” Decorated with ornamental pineapple plants known as Ananas, the space is filled with towering dinosaurs that move their bodies and let out mighty roars.
This thrilling attraction is sure to excite both children and adults alike. Informative exhibits about the dinosaur era and a Dinosaur Quiz add an educational element, making it an interactive experience for families.

A Hollywood-style welcome sign stands at the entrance.
A Hollywood-style welcome sign stands at the entrance.
Life-sized dinosaurs that move and roar with intensity.
Life-sized dinosaurs that move and roar with intensity.
Feels like traveling back in time to a mysterious era.
Feels like traveling back in time to a mysterious era.

5. Observe the Golden Chrysalises of the Giant Golden Silk Moth

Within the Ananas Garden, located in the Walking Area, visitors can witness the breeding of Idea leuconoe, also known as the Giant Golden Silk Moth—one of Japan’s largest butterflies.
With its elegant, fluttering flight, this butterfly is sometimes called the "Lady of the Tropics." At Nago Pineapple Park, its stunning golden chrysalises wait patiently for the moment of transformation. If you're lucky, you may even catch the mesmerizing sight of a butterfly emerging and spreading its wings for the first time.
Although the Giant Golden Silk Moth is the official butterfly of Okinawa Prefecture, it is not commonly found throughout the region. Be sure to take a close look and appreciate this rare sight.

The adult Idea leuconoe butterfly elegantly flutters through the air.
The adult Idea leuconoe butterfly elegantly flutters through the air.
The colorful chrysalis of the Idea leuconoe butterfly.
The colorful chrysalis of the Idea leuconoe butterfly.

Top 3 Photo Spots at Nago Pineapple Park

1. The Pineapple Train Leading You Through Vast Pineapple Fields

A bright yellow train shuttles visitors from the parking lot to the park entrance, offering a stunning panoramic view of the pineapple fields thriving under the Okinawan sun.
It feels like a scenic journey from a world-famous train window!

A pineapple monument standing in the middle of the fields
A pineapple monument standing in the middle of the fields

2. A Must-See Spot: The Sky Walk That Feels Like a Stroll Through the Clouds

This elevated walkway is surrounded by decorative pineapples and lush tropical plants, making it a fantastic photo location.
As you wander along a pathway that seems to float within a subtropical jungle, take your time to discover your own perfect photo spot.

Adorable themed photo spots can be found throughout the park.
Adorable themed photo spots can be found throughout the park.

3. Shisa Statues Everywhere! Nago Pineapple Park’s Hidden Charms

All around the park, you’ll find a variety of statues and Shisa (traditional Okinawan guardian lion-dogs).
Each one has its own unique character, so find your favorite spot and take memorable photos with family, friends, or your partner.

Find your favorite Shisa statue and snap a picture.
Find your favorite Shisa statue and snap a picture.

Must-Try Food at Nago Pineapple Park

Refreshing "Pineapple Shaved Ice" Served in a Whole Pineapple

This popular menu item features fresh pineapple and homemade pineapple syrup, creating a truly indulgent treat.
Sweet and delicious, it’s a must-try for pineapple lovers.
Since it's quite large, it's best shared among four people.
Available year-round, it's a hit in both summer and winter.

The massive pineapple shaved ice
The massive pineapple shaved ice

For Pure Pineapple Flavor, Try the "Stick Pineapple"

This juicy pineapple is cut into easy-to-eat stick form, allowing you to fully savor its natural sweetness.
At just 500 yen, it's an affordable and refreshing snack.

If you want to savor the natural sweetness of fresh pineapple, try the pineapple stick.
If you want to savor the natural sweetness of fresh pineapple, try the pineapple stick.

Wrap Up Your Visit with Pineapple-Themed Souvenirs

After exploring the park, take a leisurely stroll through the gift shop.

The store’s interior is decorated with pineapple-themed designs.
The store’s interior is decorated with pineapple-themed designs.

Some of the most popular souvenirs include the previously mentioned Pineapple Wine, the Pineapple Cake Premium, and the Royal Sweet Pineapple Juice, which is made from 100% Okinawan pineapples.
You’ll find an abundance of exclusive sweets and goods that can only be purchased here. Think about your loved ones as you select the perfect souvenirs to take home.

The ever-popular pineapple cake
The ever-popular pineapple cake
Experience the deep and rich sweetness of the Royal Sweet pineapple juice.
Experience the deep and rich sweetness of the Royal Sweet pineapple juice.

Wrap-up

Nago Pineapple Park is a destination that can be fully enjoyed regardless of the weather. With ongoing facility maintenance and new attractions added regularly, it remains a fun spot to visit all year round.
This is the only place in Okinawa where you can see around 120 different varieties of pineapples!
Come experience the full charm of pineapples—see them, eat them, drink them, and enjoy them to the fullest!