Central Okinawa Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Central Okinawa
Where to stay in Central Okinawa
Mihama
If you're spending some time in Mihama, American Village and Sunset Beach are top sights worth seeing.
Ishikawa
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Ishikawa and surrounding area, you can visit PGM Golf Resort Okinawa and Tiger Beach.
Goya
Travellers like the shopping in Goya, and Okinawa Zoo & Museum is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Sobe
The restaurants and shopping are a few reasons travellers visit Sobe. Though there aren't many top sights in the neighbourhood, you can visit Yomitan Cultural Center and Toguchi Beach, a few notable attractions nearby.
Uechi
Uechi is well liked for its restaurants. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Okinawa area, you might plan a trip to Kadena Air Base or Koza Sports Park.
Namihira
While there might not be top attractions in Namihira, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Murasaki Mura Ryukyu Kingdom Theme Park and Nirai Beach.
Halekulani Okinawa
Our all time favourite hotel The rooms were spacious with very comfortable beds, clean and soft bedsheets and towels without the usual bleach smell you may smell in hotel towels / sheets. The attention to detail is applaudable. Don’t miss the buffet breakfast too, the spread and quality is one of ...
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
Hotel Monterey Okinawa Spa & Resort
Room was beautiful, views were spectacular.
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
Hyatt Regency Seragaki Island Okinawa
Aqua Palace Chatan by Coldio Premium
The room was amazing! There are kid games to help pass time. The pool on the roof show a great view of Okinawa! The restaurant downstairs is great. American Village is in walking distance making the experience amazing.
Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026
Terrace Resort Mihama
Comfort Plus
Staff was great. No kitchen amenities like dish soap or towels. The clothes dryers kept erring for filters being dirty but they were clean.
Reviewed on 14 Feb 2026
Popular places to visit
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.
Kadena Air Base
After visiting Kadena Air Base, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Kadena. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this quaint area.
Manza Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Manza Beach during your travels in Serakaki? Stroll along this family-friendly area's seaside or simply enjoy its restaurants.
Blue Cave
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Blue Cave during your travels in Yamada. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.
Cape Zanpa
Explore the great outdoors at Cape Zanpa, a lovely green space in Yomitan. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this quaint area.
Araha Beach
Spend a relaxing day at the seaside on gorgeous Okinawa Beach, complete with a shipwreck playground, several picnic pavilions, a safe swimming zone and quiet walking trails.
