Title: Visit Ryukyu Islands: Best of Ryukyu Islands Tourism | Expedia Travel Guide - Expedia.ca

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# Ryukyu Islands

## Travel Guide

![Ryukyu Islands](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/460000/460700-Nagasaki-Prefectural-Art-Museum.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![Ryukyu Islands](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/459000/459713-Suwa-Shrine-Nagasaki.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![Ryukyu Islands](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/458000/458099-Fukuoka.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![Ryukyu Islands](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/458000/458119-Nagasaki-Prefecture.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![Ryukyu Islands](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/460000/460017-Nagasaki-Museum-Of-History-And-Culture.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

## Visit Ryukyu Islands

Where to stay

Things to do

### Where to stay in Ryukyu Islands

![Okinawa showing a cascade and rainforest](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/59000/59384-Okinawa.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)

![Tsuboya Pottery Museum showing street scenes and a small town or village](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/152000/152723-Okinawa.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)

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### 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)

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### 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)

![Mihama American Village which includes shopping](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/83000/83947-Mihama-American-Village.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)

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THE NEST NAHA

1-6-1 Naha Okinawa

CA $95

CA $105 total

Jan 12 - Jan 13

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! (457 reviews)

Stayed with family. Great hotel, very cleai

Reviewed on Dec 28, 2025

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Hotel Monterey Okinawa Spa & Resort

1550-1 Fuchaku Onna Okinawa-ken

CA $148

CA $192 total

Jan 25 - Jan 26

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! (1,007 reviews)

Clean room and many shops around.

Reviewed on Jan 1, 2026

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JR KYUSHU HOTEL Blossom Naha

2-16-1 Makishi Naha Okinawa

CA $197

CA $217 total

Feb 9 - Feb 10

Stay at this hotel in Naha. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...

9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,428 reviews)

Excellent

Reviewed on Nov 26, 2025

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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! (349 reviews)

Room was clean and good Chill place

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Karry CONDO CHURAUMI

46-1 Yamagawa Motobu Okinawa

Stay at this condo in Motobu. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium and Okinawa Hanasaki Marche ...

9.2/10 Wonderful! (149 reviews)

Large well equipped condo perfect for family of 4\. Bonus to have a roof terrace for star gazing.

Reviewed on Aug 25, 2025

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Terrace Resort Mihama

1-7-7, Chatan Chatan Okinawa

Stay at this aparthotel in Chatan. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and in-room washers/dryers. Popular attractions American Village and Aeon Mall Rycom ...

8.6/10 Excellent! (211 reviews)

Clean room. Friendly staff. Nice amenities. Well decorated and organised hotel. Great location near Araha beach. Washer and dryer a bonus and the dryer dries the clothes super quick. Thank you it was a lovely stay

Reviewed on Nov 6, 2025

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## Check Ryukyu Islands hotel availability

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### Popular places to visit

![Mihama American Village](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/83000/83944-Mihama-American-Village.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### American Village

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://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/84000/84437-Okinawa-Churaumi-Aquarium.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium

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://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/83000/83932-International-Street.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Kokusai-dori Shopping Street

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://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/152000/152708-Okinawa.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](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/886b4db8c4a44ba455f1e40a3997310b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Tomari Port

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://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/69000/69017-Shuri-Castle.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Shurijo Castle

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://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/152000/152731-Okinawa.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://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/152000/152699-Okinawa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium)

### Naha

![Kunigami](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/520324d050c053380bd907e7b96ca9a0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium)

### Kunigami

![Busena Marine Park](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/83000/83952-Busena-Marine-Park.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium)

### Nago

- Cities near Ryukyu Islands
- Places of interest

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- [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)
- [Manza Park ](https://expedia.ca/Manza-Park-Onna.d6206784.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)
- [Emerald Beach ](https://expedia.ca/Emerald-Beach-Motobu.d553248621532762180.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Kabira Bay Beach ](https://expedia.ca/Kabira-Bay-Beach-Kabira.d6102518.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Araha Beach ](https://expedia.ca/Araha-Beach-Chatan.d6293697.Vacation-Attraction)

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