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Northern Okinawa (Motobu·Nago), Okinawa — where to start?

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Tax-free & shopping guide

Tax-freeFrom November 1, it switches to a 'refund system.' You pay tax-inclusive prices in stores and get the tax back after a customs check at the airport when you leave. Be sure to bring your passport.

SouvenirsPineapple sweets and wine, Churaumi Aquarium goods, acerola products (Motobu)

Shopping tipShops are far apart, so a rental car is a must. Roadside stations and farm stands carry plenty of local specialties.

Shopping spots in Northern Okinawa (Motobu·Nago)
Getting around Northern Okinawa (Motobu·Nago)

Rental carFor Churaumi Aquarium, Kouri Island and Yanbaru, a rental car is easiest

BusYanbaru Express Bus and Highway Bus No. 117 — Airport/Naha, Nago, Churaumi

OtherBy expressway, about 1.5–2 hours from Naha

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Shopping

Shopping streets & markets in Northern Okinawa (Motobu·Nago), Okinawa · 2

Tax-free shopping changes from November 1, 2026

Instead of tax being deducted at the store, you now pay including tax and get it refunded later.

  1. Show your passport at a tax-free store and pay the tax-inclusive price
  2. When leaving Japan, customs at the airport checks your passport and purchases
  3. Once checked, the store (or a refund agent) refunds the consumption tax

Minimum spend and refund methods can vary by store, so ask before paying.

Local productsNorthern Okinawa (Motobu·Nago)

Nago Pineapple Park

ナゴパイナップルパーク

A theme park where you can sample and buy pineapple sweets and wine.

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Local productsNorthern Okinawa (Motobu·Nago)

Michi-no-Eki Kyoda

道の駅 許田

A roadside station near Nago that doubles as a local-products market.

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Local products & gift ideas

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SweetsKokusai-dori

Chinsuko

ちんすこう

Traditional Ryukyu cookies baked with lard, in salt and brown sugar flavors.

Most are also sold at souvenir shops in airports and major stations. Check hours and stock via the Google Maps links.