What's Naha City like?

Great Access! The Perfect Base for Your Okinawa Trip

Home to Naha Airport, the gateway to Okinawa’s main island, it is the largest city in the prefecture and attracts many domestic and international travelers. The Okinawa Urban Monorail, known as the “Yui Rail,” runs throughout the city, allowing even those who don’t drive to easily access major tourist attractions. With a wide range of accommodations—from large hotels to guesthouses—and a bus terminal serving routes to the northern and southern parts of the main island, it is the most popular area to use as a base for your travels.

The History of the Ryukyu Islands and Their Vibrant Local Culture

"Kokusai-dori," lined with souvenir shops and restaurants, is bustling with people day and night. Step just one block off the main street, and you’ll find the retro shopping district around Makishi Public Market and the off-the-beaten-path "Senbero" (where you can get completely drunk for 1,000 yen) neighborhood where locals gather. If you venture out to the Shuri area, you can experience the charm of cobblestone streets and the magnificent historical romance of Shuri Castle—it’s a captivating town where modernity blends with the culture of the good old days.

Getting to Naha City

「那覇空港」が市内に位置する、県外・海外からのアクセス拠点。 空港から市の中心部（国際通り周辺）までは車で約10〜15分程度。また、沖縄都市モノレール「ゆいレール」を利用すれば、空港から直結で市内の主要エリア（県庁前、おもろまち、首里など）へ快適に移動できます。バス路線も本島内で最も発達しており、県内各地の観光地へ向かう「那覇バスターミナル」も市内中心部にあります。レンタカーがなくても不便を感じにくく、初めての沖縄旅行にも安心のアクセス環境です。