Title: Visit Ryukyu Islands: Best of Ryukyu Islands Tourism | Expedia Travel Guide - Expedia.ca [Hotels in Ryukyu Islands](https://expedia.ca/Ryukyu-Islands-Hotels.d553248635056404987.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Vacation Rentals in Ryukyu Islands](https://expedia.ca/Ryukyu-Islands-Vacation-Rentals.d553248635056404987.Travel-Guide-VacationRentals)[Flights to Ryukyu Islands](https://expedia.ca/Cheap-Flights-To-Ryukyu-Islands.d553248635056404987.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Ryukyu Islands Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Ryukyu-Islands.d553248635056404987.Car-Rental-Guide)[Ryukyu Islands Vacation Packages](https://expedia.ca/Ryukyu-Islands.d553248635056404987.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Ryukyu Islands ## Travel Guide ![Nagasaki Prefectural Art Museum](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621526920021/593fadb2-6fa3-49a6-ae31-65c3f5d2eed1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Nagasaki Prefectural Art Museum](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621526920021/593fadb2-6fa3-49a6-ae31-65c3f5d2eed1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Suwa Shrine](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6103786/88f90678-af59-45da-872b-becade762e4f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Maizuru Park](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6206836/e3b20834-6d9a-4a69-bd89-615c139023e6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Suwa Shrine](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6103786/eaf5089d-8f34-4776-83d5-1470ec44b9d1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Ryukyu Islands Where to stay Things to do ### Where to stay in Ryukyu Islands ![Shiseibyō on Tensonbyo-chi in Naha, Okinawa prefecture, Japan.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248633981723816/23bf523b-79a2-447c-9407-f5e584a0c8fd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Naha City Centre 4.5/5(36 area reviews) The parks and historic sites are just a few things visitors like about Naha City Centre. Kokusai-dori Shopping Street and Tomari Port are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Miebashi Station or Kenchomae Station to get around the larger area. [](https://expedia.ca/Naha-Naha-City-Centre.dx553248633981723816) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Tomari Tomari is well-liked for its waterfront and shopping. If you're hoping to see more of the larger area, Kokusai-dori Shopping Street and Tomari Port are some interesting sights nearby to check out. [](https://expedia.ca/Naha-Tomari.dx6293260) ![B6BTBE Pineapple Park, Nago City, Okinawa, Japan](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6270727/d6129d70-4ae2-4c06-af50-3380148224be.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Biimata Travelers like the shopping in Biimata, and Nago Pineapple Park is a top attraction you might want to visit. [](https://expedia.ca/Nago-Biimata.dx3000730634) ![Tsuboya Pottery Museum showing street scenes and a small town or village](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6270885/35936364-9f40-4dbe-9176-13c959f0f9d6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Makishi 5/5(1 area review) Makishi is a destination travelers like for its shopping, and you might hop aboard the metro at Makishi Station or Miebashi Station to explore sights like Kokusai-dori Shopping Street. [](https://expedia.ca/Okinawa-Makishi.dx553248635209029789) ![International Street which includes signage and art](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6206760/f6c6f659-0ebe-4aaf-8ebb-a95fa024c50c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Kumoji Kumoji is popular for its popular shops. Explore top sights like Kokusai-dori Shopping Street and Naha City Museum of History, and you can get around town on the metro at Kenchomae Station. [](https://expedia.ca/Naha-Kumoji.dx553248635389799700) ![Mihama American Village featuring night scenes and a city](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6265294/d997a834-4afc-4fd5-b367-09bb7833622f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Mihama 5/5(1 area review) If you're spending some time in Mihama, American Village and Sunset Beach are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.ca/Chatan-Mihama.dx553248635976007314) - Ryukyu Islands Hotel Deals - Vacation Rentals in Ryukyu Islands ![THE NEST NAHA](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114920000/114914600/114914590/c379177c_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### THE NEST NAHA 1-6-1 Naha Okinawa CA $108 CA $119 total Jan 29 - Jan 30 Stay at this hotel in Naha. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Kokusai-dori Shopping Street and Naha Cruise ... 9/10 Wonderful! (494 reviews) Of my 33 day trip, this was by far the best place I’ve stayed in Japan My single room was roomy. I loved the outdoor pool in January! The decor was spot on! I loved the happy hour . I felt very pampered. Fantastic Reviewed on Jan 10, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=29%2F01%2F2026&endDate=30%2F01%2F2026&selected=114914590&PinnedHotelID=114914590&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635056404987) ![Hotel Monterey Okinawa Spa & Resort](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7290000/7289000/7288973/c45810a3_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel Monterey Okinawa Spa & Resort 1550-1 Fuchaku Onna Okinawa-ken CA $149 CA $193 total Jan 23 - Jan 24 Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Onna. Enjoy free WiFi, 4 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,008 reviews) Room was perfect. Roomy and the ocean view was spectacular. Reviewed on Jan 18, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=23%2F01%2F2026&endDate=24%2F01%2F2026&selected=7288973&PinnedHotelID=7288973&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635056404987) ![Halekulani Okinawa](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34060000/34059200/34059175/61e7c7ff_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Halekulani Okinawa 1967-1 Nakama Onna Okinawa Prefecture CA $463 CA $512 total Feb 4 - Feb 5 Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Onna. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and 4 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ... 9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,540 reviews) Amazing stay, staff and breakfast. A bit of a shame they don’t have an onsen but everything else is wonderful. Best and most luxurious stay in Okinawa Reviewed on Jan 12, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=04%2F02%2F2026&endDate=05%2F02%2F2026&selected=34059175&PinnedHotelID=34059175&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635056404987) [See all 3,368 properties in Ryukyu Islands](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=23%2F01%2F2026&endDate=24%2F01%2F2026®ionId=553248635056404987) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ![Aqua Palace Chatan by Coldio Premium](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/42000000/41540000/41534300/41534211/166fee9d_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Aqua Palace Chatan by Coldio Premium Ihei 260-9 Chatan Okinawa Stay at this apartment in Chatan. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and balconies. Popular attractions American Village and Okinawa Arena are located nearby. 9/10 Wonderful! (206 reviews) Clean room, very nice. Reviewed on Jan 12, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Okinawa-Hotels-Coldio-Aqua-Palace-Chatan.h41534211.Hotel-Information) ![BEB5 Okinawa Seragaki by Hoshino Resorts](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78440000/78430200/78430151/fceb625d_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### BEB5 Okinawa Seragaki by Hoshino Resorts 1860-4 Serakaki Onnason Onna Okinawa Stay at this aparthotel in Onna. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (355 reviews) The room was very clean and a good size for a family of five. Staff were friendly and helpful, loved the pool! would stay again Reviewed on Jan 20, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Onna-Hotels-Hoshino-Resorts-BEB5-Okinawa-Seragaki.h78430151.Hotel-Information) ![Randor Residence Naha Okinawa](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112900000/112890900/112890806/1190152c_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Randor Residence Naha Okinawa Wakasa 2-4-13 Naha Okinawa Stay at this apartment in Naha. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and slippers. Popular attractions Kokusai-dori Shopping Street and Naminoue Beach are located ... 7.8/10 Good! (84 reviews) Everything was amazing. Beautiful hotel. Reviewed on Jan 10, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Naha-Hotels-Randor-Residence-Naha-Okinawa.h112890806.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in Ryukyu Islands](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=553248635056404987&sort=VACATION_RENTAL) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ## Check Ryukyu Islands hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635056404987&startDate=2026-01-22&endDate=2026-01-23)[Jan 22 - Jan 23](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635056404987&startDate=2026-01-22&endDate=2026-01-23) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635056404987&startDate=2026-01-23&endDate=2026-01-24)[Jan 23 - Jan 24](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635056404987&startDate=2026-01-23&endDate=2026-01-24) [This weekend ](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635056404987&startDate=23%2F01%2F2026&endDate=25%2F01%2F2026)[Jan 23 - Jan 25](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635056404987&startDate=23%2F01%2F2026&endDate=25%2F01%2F2026) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635056404987&startDate=30%2F01%2F2026&endDate=01%2F02%2F2026)[Jan 30 - Feb 1](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635056404987&startDate=30%2F01%2F2026&endDate=01%2F02%2F2026) ### Popular places to visit ![Mihama American Village](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6265294/c7e31cd1-0838-473a-a389-bbc60c787f64.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### American Village 3/5(5 reviews) This American-style mall offers a huge selection of shopping and entertainment options as well as one of the biggest amusement parks on Okinawa. [](https://expedia.ca/American-Village-Mihama.d6265294.Vacation-Attraction) ![Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium showing marine life and interior views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6195076/d374ad4f-bd12-4a82-abae-110aefacd84f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium 4.5/5(7 reviews) Marvel at huge whale sharks in one of the world’s largest aquariums at this marine center that recreates the aquatic environment of Okinawa’s waters. [](https://expedia.ca/Okinawa-Churaumi-Aquarium-Motobu.d6195076.Vacation-Attraction) ![International Street featuring nightlife, night scenes and a city](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6206760/38cfbb25-5e3e-4cfb-8df2-cf3624d341c9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kokusai-dori Shopping Street 4.5/5(11 reviews) Naha’s lively main street is home to an array of superb restaurants, souvenir shops and galleries selling fine glassware. [](https://expedia.ca/Kokusai-Dori-Shopping-Street-Naha-City-Centre.d6206760.Vacation-Attraction) ![Okinawa which includes a hotel, a coastal town and general coastal views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635175059913/ed010bb1-dc51-4fc5-a414-1e8d9b17b742.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Manza Beach Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Manza Beach during your travels in Serakaki? Stroll along this family-friendly area's seaside, or simply enjoy its restaurants. [](https://expedia.ca/Manza-Beach-Okinawa.d553248635175059913.Vacation-Attraction) ![Tomari Port in Okinawa, Japan.; Shutterstock ID 1027056271; purchase_order: SF 06557000; job: ; client: ; other:](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6293684/7081fc16-172a-4151-b9d6-7066a198bda4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Tomari Port 5/5(4 reviews) Explore the waterfront in Naha with a trip to Tomari Port. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in this culturally rich area. [](https://expedia.ca/Tomari-Port-Okinawa.d6293684.Vacation-Attraction) ![Shurijo Castle showing a park, château or palace and a bridge](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6103854/7a90c291-4ee3-4900-ab86-fdcfd7126ed4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Shurijo Castle 4.5/5(14 reviews) Take a tour of this lavishly decorated hilltop castle that was home to powerful Japanese kings for more than 400 years. [](https://expedia.ca/Shurijo-Castle-Naha.d6103854.Vacation-Attraction) ## Cities near Ryukyu Islands ![Kabira Bay Beach showing a beach and boating](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6102518/db942da9-1389-400e-ac8f-5e15b4ec2915.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Ishigaki ![Okinawa showing a beach and swimming as well as a large group of people](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248622006979858/abf8ae6f-cbd1-4218-a02a-31c104ace547.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Naha ![Polarized filter on my canon6D captured the gorgeous contrast between reef beds and clear blue waters of northern Okinawa. #Adventure #okinawa #japan](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/182157/fc765bc1-7353-4c6a-9243-a89a5208a785.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Kunigami ![Busena Marine Park](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6195056/1c026f65-894c-4cf4-8649-7dbeca3ae660.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Nago - Cities near Ryukyu Islands - Places of interest [Aguni](https://expedia.ca/Aguni.dx309)[Ishigaki](https://expedia.ca/Ishigaki.dx1635)[Kikai Island](https://expedia.ca/Kikai-Island.dx1841)[Naha](https://expedia.ca/Naha.dx2655)[Kunigami](https://expedia.ca/Kunigami.dx182157)[Nago](https://expedia.ca/Nago.dx182158)[Onna](https://expedia.ca/Onna.dx182159)[Yomitan](https://expedia.ca/Yomitan.dx182160)[Okinawa](https://expedia.ca/Okinawa.dx6053824)[Chatan](https://expedia.ca/Chatan.dx6141564)[Kitanakagusuku](https://expedia.ca/Kitanakagusuku.dx6146308)[Nanjo](https://expedia.ca/Nanjo.dx6169895)[Itoman](https://expedia.ca/Itoman.dx6187945)[Nakatane](https://expedia.ca/Nakatane.dx6200014)[Uruma](https://expedia.ca/Uruma.dx6205930)[Aka](https://expedia.ca/Aka.dx6206019)[Taketomi](https://expedia.ca/Taketomi.dx6290495)[Minna Island](https://expedia.ca/Minna-Island.dx6293354)[Ogami Island](https://expedia.ca/Ogami-Island.dx6347289)[Kin](https://expedia.ca/Kin.dx6357297) - [American Village ](https://expedia.ca/American-Village-Mihama.d6265294.Vacation-Attraction) - [Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium ](https://expedia.ca/Okinawa-Churaumi-Aquarium-Motobu.d6195076.Vacation-Attraction) - [Kokusai-dori Shopping Street ](https://expedia.ca/Kokusai-Dori-Shopping-Street-Naha-City-Centre.d6206760.Vacation-Attraction) - [Kadena Air Base ](https://expedia.ca/Kadena-Air-Base-Kadena.d6156195.Vacation-Attraction) - [Camp Foster ](https://expedia.ca/Camp-Foster-Kitanakagusuku.d6270781.Vacation-Attraction) - [Shurijo Castle ](https://expedia.ca/Shurijo-Castle-Naha.d6103854.Vacation-Attraction) - [Okuma Beach ](https://expedia.ca/Okuma-Beach-Kunigami.d6347286.Vacation-Attraction) - [Naminoue Beach ](https://expedia.ca/Naminoue-Beach-Naha-City-Centre.d6206677.Vacation-Attraction) - [Araha Beach ](https://expedia.ca/Araha-Beach-Chatan.d6293697.Vacation-Attraction) - [Manza Park ](https://expedia.ca/Manza-Park-Onna.d6206784.Vacation-Attraction) - [Emerald Beach ](https://expedia.ca/Emerald-Beach-Motobu.d553248621532762180.Vacation-Attraction) - [Okinawa World ](https://expedia.ca/Okinawa-World-Nanjo.d6103852.Vacation-Attraction) - [Kabira Bay Beach ](https://expedia.ca/Kabira-Bay-Beach-Kabira.d6102518.Vacation-Attraction) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels and earn double points when you book on the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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