Ming Yu's Reviews Page 14/20

Located in Nago City in northern Okinawa, JUNGLIA OKINAWA is a brand-new immersive theme park combining subtropical forests with extreme adventures!
The park incorporates the magnificent greenery of the World Natural Heritage site Yanbaru, and its huge, iconic hot-air balloon is impressive. It offers highly immersive adventure attractions, along with warm, tropical-themed specialty shops selling many exquisite souvenirs and gifts. It's perfect for anyone who loves nature and seeks thrills and new experiences—a supremely romantic, luxurious jungle adventure!

Located near Kokusai Street, Minyo Live Okinawa Cuisine Warayui is a great restaurant for experiencing Okinawa's lively nightlife and local cuisine!
The specialties here are Agu pork and wagyu shabu-shabu. The meat is evenly marbled, tender, and juicy, and paired with a special broth and local ingredients such as sea grapes and island chili scallions, every bite is extremely satisfying. You can also enjoy live sanshin folk music performances while dining. The atmosphere is incredibly lively, and the whole room often sings and joins in with the music. Enjoying the food with an ice-cold Orion beer will definitely make for an unforgettable Okinawan night!

Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium is definitely a classic attraction you can't miss when visiting Okinawa!
The most impressive feature is the enormous Kuroshio Sea tank, where you can get an up-close view of whale sharks and manta rays gracefully swimming through the blue water. In addition to the colorful schools of tropical fish in the exhibits, the outdoor area also has a sea turtle facility and a super soothing manatee facility--watching the manatees leisurely swim and rest is truly adorable. Even on a rainy day, the park's scenery and extensive exhibits are still refreshing and enjoyable, making it a great place for the whole family to visit!

ORION HAPPY PARK (オリオンハッピーパーク), located in Nago, Okinawa, is the visitor-friendly factory for Orion, Okinawa's signature beer, and is well worth a visit!
Here, you can learn all about the history and evolution of Orion Beer. The walls display classic can designs from the 1970s to the present, giving the place a very nostalgic feel. The most anticipated part after the tour is, of course, the tasting. The freshly poured Orion draft beer has a creamy head and tastes incredibly fresh, and enjoying it with a small snack is an unbeatable pleasure! Nonalcoholic drinks are also available for minors and drivers, making this a wonderful attraction that combines learning with a delicious experience!

SAN-A Urasoe West Coast PARCO CITY is definitely Okinawa's best, largest shopping mall with unbeatable ocean views!
It brings together a wide variety of stores, from trendy clothing and curated vintage shops to an entire section of Chiikawa (ちいかわ) capsule toy machines. There's even an adorable giant Chiikawa balloon display, so there are surprises everywhere you look. The food court also offers plenty of choices, including the classic bubble tea shop Gong cha and delicious local Japanese pork cutlet set meals, so you can eat to your heart's content. With unbeatable ocean views and a comfortable, refreshing space, whether you want to shop, enjoy good food, or take beautiful photos, this is a top choice for an independent trip to Okinawa!

When visiting Okinawa, you have to experience its iconic late-night steak culture, and the long-established Steakhouse 88 Tsuji Main Store is definitely the top choice!
This main location has a strong retro American atmosphere, and its neon sign is especially atmospheric at night. There is a wide selection of steaks, from small garlic steaks and the Ishigaki beef beloved by food connoisseurs to classic oversized steaks. The meat is tender and juicy, and the special sauce and butter make it even more aromatic. The soup and salad served on the side also provide a refreshing balance. It's open very late, making it the best place to plan a late-night meal!

A&W is the iconic American fast-food chain you absolutely can't miss in Okinawa! The location inside iias Okinawa Toyosaki has a strong retro American vibe and also sells merchandise and T-shirts featuring the super-cute Rooty Bear mascot.
The food speaks for itself: the signature burger with onion rings and fries that are crispy outside and soft inside, plus a classic root beer served in a frosted glass mug, is incredibly refreshing and satisfying! It's the perfect place to recharge after shopping and experience the unique blend of American and Ryukyuan culture. Highly recommended!

Located inside iias Okinawa Toyosaki, DMM Kariyushi Aquarium is a new kind of aquarium that's perfect for the whole family!
It combines the latest visual technology with realistic habitat displays to create a truly immersive experience. From the subtropical forest area to the ocean world, you can see giant freshwater fish such as arapaima and a variety of rare aquatic creatures up close. The transparent glass floor and carefully designed tanks are also full of surprises. The overall environment is comfortable and easy to navigate, offering both entertainment and educational value. It's an indoor attraction you shouldn't miss in Okinawa!

Located in Tomigusuku, Okinawa, iias Okinawa Toyosaki (イーアス沖縄豊崎) is a large shopping complex very close to Naha Airport!
Not only is the mall spacious and easy to browse, but the supermarket also sells specialty brown sugar from Okinawa's outlying islands, including Hateruma and Kohama, as well as the rare local agricultural product Okinawa-grown finger limes. Even cooler, there's a 24-hour frozen gyoza vending machine from Ryukyu Gyoza no Ocho and a vending machine selling Devil's Sriracha Sweet Chili Sauce! Combining shopping, food, and local specialties, it's a great place to stock up on the first or last day of your trip!

Don Quijote in Osaka's Dotonbori is definitely a shopping paradise you shouldn't miss when visiting Kansai!
The selection is amazingly extensive, with everything from beauty and skincare products, snacks and souvenirs, and all kinds of toys and miscellaneous goods to seasonal items. The prepared-food and rice ball section was the biggest surprise. The various foods and sandwiches made in-store are delicious and affordable, so you can recharge anytime after getting tired from shopping. With the eye-catching Donpen Land themed area and its magical atmosphere, you can enjoy the thrill of treasure hunting whether you visit during the day or late at night!