An ocean-view pizza place you shouldn't miss in Okinawa. It's located high on a hillside, and while dining here, you can look down over a vast stretch of blue ocean. The view is truly beautiful, and it's worth the trip just for the scenery. The pizza only comes in two sizes, M and L, and the simple flavors are delicious. The crust is baked to just the right crispness, and paired with the rich, flavorful cheese, every bite is satisfying and makes you want to keep eating. The pizza crust is distinctive, and it tastes quite good. Combined with the unbeatable ocean view outside the window, the overall dining atmosphere is very comfortable. If you're looking for a place in Okinawa where you can see the ocean, eat pizza, and leisurely unwind, **Pizza Cafe Kajinhou is really worth adding to your itinerary!
Pizza Cafe Kajinhou | Review by 楊雅雯
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Higashi Village Fureai Hirugi Park
A nature park in Higashi Village in northern Okinawa Main Island, where you can observe the hirugi (mangrove) forest spreading across the river mouth up close. The park has a walking path, creating an environment where you can learn about the hirugi rooted in the wetlands and the unique ecosystem of the brackish water area as you stroll.
If you're visiting northern Okinawa, I highly recommend making time for Higashi Village Fureai Hirugi Park! This well-maintained nature park has a nicely developed walking path leading from the parking lot, with views of the mangrove forest and river mouth along the way.
The path is about 335 meters one way, and there are observation decks where you can see the mangrove ecosystem up close. At low tide, you can also spot small creatures on the mudflats, making it a fun place to experience nature.
The park is peaceful and also has restrooms, tables, and chairs. It's a great place to take a walk with children and teach them about nature. Compared with popular tourist attractions, it feels more relaxed and tranquil. I really enjoyed spending time traveling so close to nature.
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Minatogawa Stateside Town
A unique spot created by renovating foreign residences built in the 1950s and 1960s for U.S. military personnel, now lined with cafes, variety shops, galleries, and more. Appearing suddenly in a residential neighborhood in Urasoe City, its retro American-style streetscape offers one of Okinawa’s most distinctly international atmospheres.
The former foreign residences here have been renovated into cute little retro shops. The old houses and colorful streetscape give the whole place a vibe a bit like Taiwan’s cultural and creative parks. It’s a great place to slow down, stroll around, and discover unique little shops. There are clothing boutiques, cafes, specialty coffee bean shops, drink shops, and even a camper van rental company run by people from Hong Kong. Every shop has its own style, so there are plenty of pleasant surprises just from wandering around. However, it gets quite hot on sunny summer days, and there isn’t much shade in the neighborhood. I recommend stopping for coffee or dessert and taking a break before continuing to explore. It’ll be much more comfortable that way.
It’s also fairly convenient to get here by car, with paid parking available in the neighborhood, though some shops don’t have their own parking spaces. Also, most shops don’t have restrooms, so I recommend using one before coming and taking your time exploring. Overall, it’s a great place to spend about 1–2 hours taking a leisurely walk, snapping photos, having a cup of coffee, and experiencing a different side of Okinawa’s laid-back lifestyle.
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Manzamo
Manzamo remains one of Okinawa’s most coveted, scenic destinations at its spot along the coast of the East China Sea in Onna Village, a town near the heart of Okinawa Island. The name "Manzamo" comes from the Ryukyu word for "field”, and it is said that in 1726, King Sho Kei of the Ryukyu Kingdom praised the area, saying it was "large enough to seat ten thousand people”.
One of the classic must-visit spots when you come to Okinawa! Manzamo is known for its vast cobalt-blue ocean and spectacular cliffs. Looking out at the sea from the grassy plateau, the entire view is truly soothing.
The park's walking paths are very well designed, and the safety measures along the way are excellent, making it easy and worry-free to walk around. Admission is only JPY 100. For such a small fee, you get to enjoy such a beautiful ocean view, so it's really worth it!
We were incredibly lucky on the day we visited and had perfectly clear weather. The sky was deep blue, the sunlight sparkled on the ocean, and the water was so clear that we couldn't stop taking pictures. Just sitting here, enjoying the sea breeze and looking at the ocean without doing anything felt especially relaxing. This is the kind of blue ocean scenery that summer in Okinawa is all about.
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