8 Adorable Okinawan Souvenirs You Can Buy for 500 Yen

What adds color to travel memories? That's right, lovely souvenirs.

As you all know, Okinawa offers a wide variety of souvenirs. Many people find themselves buying too much when they visit!

This time, we're presenting a special project for all of you who love Okinawan souvenirs.
From the many Okinawan souvenirs available, I've picked out only the cutest ones that you can buy for 500 yen and that look great too!

As an extra souvenir, or even as a little treat for yourself... why not make an impulse purchase along with your travel memories?

*All prices in this article are exclusive of tax. Prices may vary depending on the store. Prices are also current as of July 2017.

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1. Attractive colorful packaging | Kugani Chinsuko
2. Simple yet exquisite cookies | Goat milk cookies
3. The juiciness of the pineapple is superb | Whole Pineapple Donut
4. Even for those who don't like sweets | Okinawa Kakinotane Age (rice crackers with peanuts)
5. Okinawan Black Tea with a Rich Aroma | Shimashi Black Tea
6. A little something special is nice | Soft Caramel
7. Get beautiful with the blessings of Okinawa | 2 types of cosmetics
8. There are so many wonderful things to discover when you make an impulse purchase!

1. Attractive colorful packaging | Kugani Chinsuko

Even Okinawa's classic souvenir, Chinsuko, has a unique twist. Let's start with Kugani-ya's "Kugani Chinsuko."

Chinsuko cookies are often sold in large packs, but this one comes in a pack of six. It's the perfect size for one person. With its colorful and slim design, it would also make a great small gift!
The flavors are salt, brown sugar syrup, and kabuchi (Okinawan citrus fruit). The kabuchi flavor, characterized by its refreshing citrus aroma, is exclusive to this 6-pack.

The round, cookie-like shape is also kind of cute ♡
Made using traditional methods, "Kugani Chinsuko" is simple yet richly fragrant. This refined chinsuko, with its mild flavor, is so delicious you'll find yourself reaching for more.

The price is 350 yen for a pack of 6 of each type.
You can purchase Ryukyu specialty sweets Kuganiyaa Tsuboya Main Store, Ryubo Naha Airport Store, and some souvenir shops.

2. Simple yet exquisite cookies | Goat milk cookies

These goat milk cookies from Motoplus have a simple yet stylish appearance.

Goats have long been cherished in Okinawa as a valuable source of nutrition. This product is made with domestically sourced ingredients and 100% goat's milk from Motobu.

Moreover, this is a meticulously crafted product, with everything from milking to manufacturing done by hand. Because it cannot be mass-produced, if you find it, you won't regret buying it!

These thin cookies have a perfect balance of fragrant aroma and sweetness.
Unlike typical milk cookies, these offer a rich, buttery flavor. They pair perfectly with coffee or tea!

The price is 370 yen, and there are four flavors: plain, purple sweet potato, brown sugar, and pumpkin.
You can purchase them at Naha Airport Air Shop Ryukyu and some souvenir shops.

3. The juiciness of the pineapple is superb | Whole Pineapple Donut

Just hearing the name makes it sound delicious: Gateau Souvenir's "Whole Pineapple Donut."

This donut features slices of pineapple, a fruit representative of Okinawa, boldly placed inside the donut itself!

Since they are sold individually, it's great that you can buy only the number you need, whether for yourself or as souvenirs.

The moment I opened the bag, I was greeted with a sweet fragrance ♡
The firm, baked-like dough combined with the meltingly juicy pineapple is simply irresistible! One donut is enough to satisfy you.

The price is 278 yen per piece.
You can purchase it at Okinawa World stores (including the Naha Airport store) and some hotels.

4. Even for those who don't like sweets | Okinawa Kakinotane Age (rice crackers with peanuts)

When choosing souvenirs, one thing that can be surprisingly difficult is finding a gift for someone who doesn't like sweets.
These "Okinawa Salted Shikuwasa Rice Crackers" and "Okinawa Goya Mayo Style Rice Crackers" from Nansei Sangyo are recommended items for such occasions.

The slightly retro packaging and the design featuring the words "Shikamasumaasan" (which means "surprisingly delicious" in Okinawan dialect) are really nice♪

Kakinotane "Age" has a light, crispy texture similar to arare (rice crackers).
The salted shikwasa has a pleasant tartness reminiscent of ethnic cuisine. The bitter melon mayo has a refreshing bitterness combined with the creaminess of mayonnaise. The textures also contribute to making both of them addictive!

The price is 230 yen per bag.
It can be purchased at some souvenir shops inside Naha Airport.

5. Okinawan Black Tea with a Rich Aroma | Shimashi Black Tea

One drink you'll want to enjoy with a delicious snack is Okinesia's "Island Poem Black Tea."

These flavored teas are made with tea leaves from Okinawa Prefecture and come in four varieties: Assam-style straight tea, ginger blend, roselle blend, and Ryukyu herbal blend.

Roselle Blend is characterized by its refreshing, fruity acidity. It's also a beautiful wine-colored tea.

It can be enjoyed hot or cold-brewed, making it perfect for iced tea as well. The refreshing aroma evokes images of Okinawa with every sip. We also recommend trying different flavors to enjoy the variations in scent!

The price is 500 yen for a box containing 5 packs.
You can purchase it at Okinesia's Shimasuzumi store, Naha Airport's Air Shop Ryukyu, and some souvenir shops.

6. A little something special is nice | Soft Caramel

If you're looking for a convenient yet slightly "special" souvenir, how about Masan Michel's "Soft Caramel"?

There are five different types of bite-sized, smooth caramel candies.
In addition to the classic plain and salt flavors, they also offer Okinawan-inspired flavors such as brown sugar, coconut, and mango!

The sweetness that spreads in your mouth is an irreplaceable, blissful taste ♡
It would be a shame to only buy it as a souvenir! It's an item you'll definitely want to buy for yourself.

The price is 538 yen for a can containing 5 pieces.
It costs 580 yen including tax, which is a bit over 500 yen...but it's still a highly recommended item. You can buy it at all Ma-san Michel stores (including the Naha Airport store).

7. Get beautiful with the blessings of Okinawa | 2 types of cosmetics

Of course, there are plenty of souvenirs you can buy for 500 yen besides food!
Among them, "Okinawan cosmetics," such as soaps and bath salts, are highly recommended as they make a great extra gift for women.

The palm-sized "OUHA" soaps cost 450 yen each.
There are five types to suit your skin type: ginger lily, hibiscus, shikwasa, kucha clay, and brown sugar. This additive-free facial soap is packed with the blessings of Okinawa.

The Chufudi Nature series' "Okinawa Brown Sugar Bath Salts (300 yen per packet)" and "Okinawa Brown Sugar Body Scrub (350 yen per packet)" are excellent products that use the power of brown sugar to brighten and moisturize your skin.

Both can be purchased at souvenir shops inside Naha Airport!