All Reviews of Kouri Island Station Sorahashi

Okinawa summers are always blazing hot. After finishing our morning activities, a friend traveling with me suggested that we have lunch and take a short break at Kouri Island Station Sorahashi before continuing our trip. It's located right next to Kouri Bridge. In addition to Okinawan cuisine, seafood, and tropical fruit desserts, you can also shop for local specialties and unique souvenirs. Best of all, there is a beautiful beach nearby. Looking out at the deep blue water made the heat disappear, and my mood instantly improved after feeling a little tired from the hot weather.

I've always enjoyed looking for roadside stations throughout Japan, so I'd been looking forward to visiting this one. The first time I came to Kouri Island, it happened to be closed, so I could only make a quick stop at the nearby beach to watch the sunset. On this second visit, I made sure to check the business hours so I could finally make up for missing it last time.

After actually browsing around, I really wasn't disappointed. It's packed with local Okinawan specialties, such as delicious, fresh, crisp sea grapes and various locally produced chili peppers and peppercorns. Since I enjoy cooking, discovering local ingredients during my trip and bringing these distinctive seasonings back to Taiwan felt like quite a find.

Whenever I return to Taiwan after a trip and miss the Okinawan sunshine, I use these souvenirs to cook a homemade meal, and it feels like I'm reliving those wonderful memories. If you enjoy collecting local ingredients and seasonings, I recommend adding this fun and convenient Kouri Island roadside station to your itinerary.

Located on Kouri Island, Kouri Island Station Sorahashi is the perfect place to relax and enjoy some food after crossing the bridge!
It has a spacious, open rest area with plenty of local snacks and specialty stalls. In addition to Kouri Island's famous sea urchin rice bowls and local Okinawan dishes, a refreshing blue shaved ice or a delicate dessert is especially satisfying on a hot summer day. The plaza also sells a wide selection of local agricultural products and souvenirs, making it a great stop for supplies, a meal, photos, and a break while exploring the island!

The stuff they sell inside is pretty tourist-oriented—Okinawan souvenirs, snacks, and ice cream. Prices are what you’d expect at a sightseeing spot, but it’s still fine for picking up gifts.

If you’re hungry, it’s a good place to grab a quick bite, have a drink, and take a short break.