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Central Okinawa (Chatan·Urasoe), Okinawa — where to start?

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From the airport to Central Okinawa (Chatan·Urasoe)
Bus Naha Airport → Chatan About 60 min
Airport limousine·Route bus (American Village)
Direct, no transfers
Recommended Food in Central Okinawa (Chatan·Urasoe)
  1. Horo ChatanRamenRamen
  2. Jirocho Sushi Chatan HambySushiSushi
  3. Kaisen BattenIzakayaSeafood
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Getting around Central Okinawa (Chatan·Urasoe)

Rental carSights like American Village, Cape Manzamo and Yomitan are far apart, so a rental car is recommended

BusRoute buses along National Route 58 (No. 120, etc.) — Naha, Chatan, Onna

OtherRoute 58 gets badly congested at rush hour, so leave extra time

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Scenery·Nature

Umikaji Terrace (Senaga Island)

瀬長島ウミカジテラス

A terraced complex of white cafés and shops facing the sea, with planes taking off and landing close by.

Area
Okinawa · Central Okinawa (Chatan·Urasoe)
Location
Tomigusuku
Getting there
About 15 min by car from Naha Airport
Admission
Free
Hours
Varies by shop

As of October 2026 · Prices and hours can change, so check the official website before you go.

Travel tips · A good stop before heading to the airport.
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More places nearby

Streets·LandmarksCentral Okinawa (Chatan·Urasoe)

American Village

美浜アメリカンビレッジ

An American West Coast-style area with shops, restaurants, a Ferris wheel and a beach promenade.

About 50 min by bus or car from Naha
Scenery·NatureCentral Okinawa (Chatan·Urasoe)

Cape Manzamo

万座毛

A spectacular coastline where an elephant-trunk-shaped cliff meets emerald sea.

About 1 hour by car from Naha
Historic·TemplesCentral Okinawa (Chatan·Urasoe)

Nakagusuku Castle Ruins

中城城跡

Ryukyu-era stone castle ruins — a World Heritage Site with beautiful curving walls.

About 40 min by car from Naha
Historic·TemplesCentral Okinawa (Chatan·Urasoe)

Ryukyu Mura

琉球村

A theme village of relocated old Okinawan houses, with traditional performances and crafts.

About 1 hour by car from Naha
Scenery·NatureCentral Okinawa (Chatan·Urasoe)

Okinawa World · Gyokusendo Cave

おきなわワールド 玉泉洞

A 5 km limestone cave plus a traditional village, all in one visit.

About 30 min by car from Naha
Historic·TemplesCentral Okinawa (Chatan·Urasoe)

Sefa Utaki

斎場御嶽

The most sacred site of the Ryukyu Kingdom. Through a triangular gap in the rocks you can see Kudaka Island across the sea.

About 50 min by car from Naha
Shopping·FunCentral Okinawa (Chatan·Urasoe)

Mihama American Village

美浜アメリカンビレッジ

An American-style shopping and dining complex; the sea is beautiful at sunset.

Car
Shopping complexCentral Okinawa (Chatan·Urasoe)

AEON Mall Okinawa Rycom

イオンモール沖縄ライカム

Okinawa's largest mall, with a big aquarium tank.

Car · Bus