Makishi Travel Guide
Naha
Popular places to visit
Kokusai-dori Shopping Street
Naha’s lively main street is home to an array of superb restaurants, souvenir shops and galleries selling fine glassware.
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.
Shurijo Castle
Take a tour of this lavishly decorated hilltop castle that was home to powerful Japanese kings for more than 400 years.
Naminoue Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Naminoue Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Naha. Wander the parks and marina while you're in the area.
Okinawa Prefectural Office
After visiting Okinawa Prefectural Office, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Naha. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in this culturally rich area.
Okinawa Prefectural Museum and Art Museum
One of Japan’s most impressive museums is located within the confines of this colossal stone castle.
Things to do
Okinawa World Limestone Cave and War Memorial Sites Day Tour
Double-Decker Open Top Bus Okinawa 3 trips
Former Navy HQ Headquarters Fees for visiting historical buildings for war and peace
Official Street Go-Kart Tour - Okinawa Shop
Okinawa: Naha: 1 day Kerama Islands diving‣ license required
Top hotels in Makishi
JR KYUSHU HOTEL Blossom Naha
I really liked this hotel. Parking very easy and convenient, they use an elevator Parker which is a quick to drop off and pick up. Good size modern room and comfortable bed. Good size bathroom. Very short walk to Kokusai Dori and food, coffee, shopping. I tried the buffet breakfast twice and it was ...
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
Hyatt Regency Naha, Okinawa
Everything perfect. Staff fantastic
Reviewed on 26 Dec 2025
Hotel Strata Naha
we enjoyed our stay here. i would recommend this hotel to my friends and family. thanks
Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026
Okinawa Hinode Resort and Hot spring Hotel
Good location
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
Hotel JAL City Naha
Great stay overall. The location was very convenient and located right on Kokusai Street. Within walking distance of Makishi Public Market, shops, and restaurants. Highly recommend staying here.
Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026
HOTEL minimumms.
Tge hotel was amazing, I was afraid of being in a different country by myself. This woman's hotel felt very safe over any other country. I would suggest this to ky fellow females solo friends!
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Makishi
Yamuchin Street
Travellers like the shopping in Yamuchin Street, and Kokusai-dori Shopping Street is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Matsuo
If you're spending some time in Matsuo, Kokusai-dori Shopping Street and Makishi Public Market are top sights worth seeing.
Asato
While you're in Asato, take in top sights like Kokusai-dori Shopping Street and jump on the metro at Asato Station to see more of the city.
Tsuboya
While visiting Tsuboya, you might make a stop by sights like Tsuboya Pottery Museum and Tsuboya Yachimun Street.
Naha City Centre
The parks and historical 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.
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.
