Since I've come to Okinawa, I want to fully enjoy lunch while sightseeing!
For those of you looking for such a lunch spot, I'd like to introduce you to some wonderful lunch options that are unique to Okinawa.

We stopped for lunch at a cafe with a spectacular ocean view during our drive.
I enjoyed eating my fill of local food while interacting with the locals on Kokusai Street.
We've picked out six unique shops in the Okinawa main island area.
Let's enjoy Okinawa to the fullest, both in terms of the food and the experience!

~Lineup~
[Around Naha]
POSILIPO--A truly liberating experience! An Italian restaurant with ocean views, just a short drive from Naha.
Makishi Public Market— You can eat the fish you choose right away! A market where you can also enjoy interacting with the fish.
Mikasa Shokudo Naha Branch-- Eating Okinawan-style champon at Mikasa Shokudo, a restaurant beloved by the people of Okinawa!
どらえもん--A traditional taste! Miyako soba that you can also eat in Naha.
Steak 88　Kokusai-dori West Exit Branch - Enjoy a hearty American-style steak!
Yanbaru Vegetable Cafe Tamashida A hearty lunch featuring plenty of Okinawan vegetables.
【Southern】
Yagiya-- Enjoying gentle Okinawan soba in a traditional Okinawan house
Cafe Kurukuma--A truly spectacular view! A grand panorama × spicy menu
[Chubu]
Hawaiian Pancake House Panilani--Enjoy a sweet tropical feeling with these pancakes♪
【Northern】
花人逢Let's enjoy some delicious pizza in a traditional Japanese house while gazing at the sea.

[Naha area (Tomigusuku City)] POSILIPO

A truly open and airy Italian restaurant with ocean views, just a short drive from Naha.

The best thing about this place is, without a doubt, the beautiful scenery.

This is Senaga Island. It's a small island located just a 15-minute drive from Naha Airport.
Because it's connected by a bridge, even though it's an island, it's easy to access.

POSILIPO stands on a slightly elevated, hill-like terrain, facing the west coast.

I highly recommend enjoying this view during the daytime when the sea sparkles brilliantly.

The food is truly authentic. They serve Southern Italian cuisine prepared with care and style.

Personally, I especially recommend the pizza!

This wood-fired oven cooks the food quickly and juicily at a high temperature of 400 degrees Celsius.

The highlight is the weekly changing pasta and pizza menu. As always, stylish and creative dishes are offered every week.
The color of the sea changes depending on the season and time of day, so we hope you'll visit and enjoy it many times. That's the kind of place it is.

<POSILIPO - Store Information>
[Address] 174-5 Senaga, Tomigusuku City, Okinawa Prefecture
*Located next to Senaga Island Hotel. When setting your destination on your car navigation system or telling a taxi driver, simply saying "to Senaga Island Hotel" should get you there smoothly.
【営業時間・定休日】11:00～24:00（4月～11月）　11:00～22:30（12月～3月）

[Naha] Makishi Public Market

You can eat the fish you choose right away! A market where you can interact with the vendors and have fun.

A local market you might come across while strolling along Kokusai Street.
Fresh fish are available here every day.
A unique feature is that you can choose your fish in the market space on the first floor and have it prepared and served immediately in the dining area on the second floor.

Okinawan markets are lined with a wide variety of rare fish that are hard to find on the mainland.
If you ask, "What kind of fish is this?", everyone will tell you in detail.

The dining area has several shops. Even if you don't choose your fish on the first floor, there are plenty of standard menu items available.
Amidst the lively atmosphere, it's fun to be distracted by the choices: which restaurant to go to, which menu item to order, what that person is eating looks delicious...

<Makishi Public Market - Store Information>
[Address] 2-10-1 Matsuo, Naha City, Okinawa Prefecture 900-0014
【Opening Hours】 08: 00 ~ 20: 00
[Regular holiday]
Every fourth Sunday of the month (except December)
New Year's Day, Lunar New Year, Obon Festival
*In addition, each store has its own closing days.

[Naha] Mikasa Shokudo Naha Branch

I ate Okinawan-style champon at Mikasa Shokudo, a restaurant beloved by the people of Okinawa!

This is the Naha branch of "Mikasa Shokudo," a restaurant that's a favorite among locals.

Upon entering the restaurant, you'll find an open kitchen with counter seating where they prepare your meal right in front of you.

Among them, our recommendation is the "Champon" shown in the picture.
Generally, when you hear the word "chanpon," you probably think of noodle dishes like Nagasaki chanpon, right?
Actually, in Okinawa, it's not a noodle dish, but rather a rice bowl topped with stir-fried ingredients.

The egg drop soup, seasoned with plenty of onions and a sweet and savory sauce, pairs perfectly with rice!
Once you try it, you'll be hooked! You should definitely give it a try!

<Mikasa Shokudo Naha Branch - Store Information>
[Address] 1-3-17 Matsuyama, Naha City
[Business Hours] 8: 15-24: 00
[Closed days] Open all year round (closed on New Year's Day, the third day of the Obon festival and the day after)

[PR] Try out a GoPro by renting it first! Get even better deals with coupon code [LABO2020] for ¥500 off.

[Naha] Doraemon

A traditional taste! Miyako soba is also available in Naha.

While Miyako Soba originated on Miyako Island, there are places in Naha where you can also enjoy it, so I'd like to introduce some of them.

Miyako soba is characterized by its thin, flat, and non-curly noodles. The soup is light and refreshing. The toppings are pork belly and fish cake. It has a slightly unusual presentation, with the toppings hidden beneath the noodles. (On the surface are the soup and noodles, topped with chopped green onions.)

You can certainly enjoy the standard Miyako soba here, but if that's not enough for you, there are various variations to choose from.
The most popular dish is "Doraemon Soba," which is packed with Okinawan flavors including pork ribs, pork belly, and pig's feet.
(However, it can no longer be hidden under the noodles.)

Other options include Soki Soba (pork ribs on the bone), Sanmai Niku Soba (pork belly soba), and Tebichi Soba (pig's trotters soba).
If you want to enhance the Okinawan feel even more, try adding tofu champuru or goya champuru as well.

<Doraemon - Store Information>
[Address] 3-2-17 Kumoji, Naha City, Okinawa Prefecture
【Opening Hours】 11: 00 ~ 23: 00
[Regular closing days] None (closed only during New Year's Day)

[Naha] Steak 88 Kokusai-dori West Exit Branch

Enjoy a hearty American-style steak!

This is a popular steakhouse frequented by locals and tourists alike.
This time, we'll introduce the "Kokusai-dori West Exit Store," which is located very close to Kokusai-dori.

This shop, which is popular with tourists, is bustling with customers every day.

This store offers a soup & salad bar and a drink bar!

Furthermore, they offer a variety of services, including all-you-can-eat Blue Seal ice cream (approximately 10 flavors available at all times).

You can enjoy such a hearty steak, complete with soup, salad bar, and rice or toast, for just 1500 yen!

We offer a wide variety of steaks, so please enjoy your favorite.

★Main Menu★ (These are the prices for the Kokusai-dori West Exit branch.)
Japanese-style diced steak: 1,500 yen
Tenderloin steak: 1,600 yen (100g) / 2,500 yen (200g)
Japanese-style 88 Steak: 2,300 yen (200g)

<Steak 88 Kokusai-dori West Exit Store - Store Information>
[Address] 2nd Floor, Eisho Shoji Building, 1-4-3 Matsuo, Naha City
[Opening Hours] 11:00 AM - 16:00 PM (Lunch) 17:00 PM - 23:00 PM (Dinner)
[Closed] Open all year round *Please inquire during the New Year holidays and in case of severe weather.

[Naha] Yanbaru Vegetable Cafe Tamashida

Packed with seasonal vegetables from Okinawa Prefecture. It's surprisingly filling despite its appearance, which is a pleasant surprise!

Nestled quietly in a residential area of ​​Naha, surrounded by lush greenery, is a building where you'll find Yanbaru Vegetable Cafe Tamashida on the second floor.

Although it's located in a residential area, it's quite far back from the main street, so it's a truly hidden gem of a cafe that tourists visiting Okinawa would almost certainly never stumble upon by chance.

Tamashida is also registered as an "Okinawa Food Store," a program spearheaded by Okinawa Prefecture.
*What's a store that sells Okinawan ingredients?(External link)

The menu mainly consists of plate meals, and each dish comes with a generous serving of colorful vegetables.

The set also includes dessert and a drink after the meal.
These steamed dumplings are very simple, but the sweetness of the red bean paste is just perfect and they were incredibly delicious.

It's a relaxed atmosphere, so you can spend your time leisurely until the afternoon.

★Main Menu★
• Forest Egg Omelet Rice (with soup, dessert, and drink set) ¥1,100
Vegetable-filled plate ¥1,300
• Thinly sliced ​​pork mille-feuille cutlet plate (locally sourced pork) ¥1,650
• Locally sourced pork ginger stir-fry plate ¥1,650
・100% Ie Beef Hamburger Plate ¥1,950
The plate menu includes a main dish, rice, soup, dessert, and a drink.

<Yanbaru Vegetable Cafe - Store Information>
[Address] 2nd Floor, ODM Building, 1-34-2 Tomari, Naha City, Okinawa Prefecture
[Opening Hours] 11:30 AM - 17:00 PM (Last Order 16:00 PM)
Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday: until 20:30 PM (last order 19:30 PM), Saturday: until 15:30 PM (last order 14:30 PM)
[Closed] Sundays *Please inquire during the New Year holidays and in case of severe weather.

[Southern Region] Yagiya

Gentle Okinawan soba served in a traditional Okinawan house

"Yagi" is a surname commonly seen in Okinawa. This is the home of the Yagi family, which has been renovated to welcome guests from both within and outside the prefecture. You can enjoy Okinawan soba in this precious old house, which is designated as a Registered Tangible Cultural Property.

Upon entering the property, you'll find walls built to conceal the house from view from the outside.
This is a "hinpun." It served a function similar to a folding screen, and was also installed as a charm against evil spirits.

Upon entering the grounds, you'll find the main house and an annex, each filled with guests relaxing. The garden, teeming with tropical banyan trees and bougainvillea, is another highlight. Once you've ordered, take some time to stroll around while you wait for your food.

The menu mainly consists of Okinawan soba sets. (Although it's called "soba," Okinawan soba noodles are thicker, similar to what's called "udon" on the mainland.)
The "Aasa Soba Set" features noodles kneaded with Aasa (seaweed) and generously topped with it.

They offer a "Whole Soybean Soy Milk Soba Set" with plenty of tofu, which is rarely seen on the mainland.
I highly recommend ordering different dishes with your companion so you can enjoy a variety of flavors.

<Yagiya - Store Information>
[Address] 1172 Oton, Yaese-cho, Shimajiri-gun, Okinawa 901-0502
[Opening Hours] 11:00 AM - 16:00 PM (Last Order 15:45 PM)
[Regular closing days] Our regular closing days are generally Tuesdays. However, we are open as usual on public holidays, Golden Week, during summer vacation, and during the New Year holidays.

[Southern Area] Cafe Kurukuma

A truly spectacular view! A grand panorama combined with spicy dishes.

Café Kurukuma is located on a cliff overlooking the sea.
Its spectacular view is widely known, and the spacious interior is always bustling with activity.

The outdoor deck seating is the most popular. Even those who only intended to come for lunch often end up ordering desserts as well, wanting to enjoy the view even more.

There's a park-like space where many people take a leisurely stroll before or after their meal.

The food consists of spicy curries and Thai dishes.

You might break out in a sweat with every spoonful, but as you feel the breeze and gaze upon the breathtaking scenery, you'll feel more and more energized. It's a charming shop with many repeat customers.
If you don't like spicy food, don't worry, we also have milder curries and desserts.

<Cafe Kurukuma - Store Information>
[Address] 1190 Chinen, Chinen-cho, Nanjo City, Okinawa Prefecture 901-1513
[Business Hours and Holidays]
Autumn/Winter Hours (October to March): 10:00 AM - 7:00 PM (Last order 6:00 PM)
• Spring/Summer Hours (April-September): 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM (Last order 7:00 PM)
*Only on Tuesdays: 10:00 AM - 18:00 PM (Last order 17:00 PM)

[Chubu] Hawaiian Pancake House Panilani

Enjoy a sweet tropical feeling with these pancakes!

I definitely want to come here on a girls' trip! Hawaiian pancakes made with plenty of buttermilk in Okinawa, a place full of tropical vibes. You can't help but get excited.

The menu features a wide variety of pancakes.
If you're unsure what to order, go for their signature dish, the "Nut Nut Pancakes."

If you're coming as a group, why not take on the challenge of a 16-pancake tower!
"Diamond Head Pancake Tower".

<Panilani - Store Information>
[Address] 698 Seragaki, Onna Village
[Opening Hours] 7:00 AM - 17:00 PM (Last Order 16:30 PM)
[Regular holiday] Open all year round

[Northern] Kajinho

Enjoy delicious pizza in a traditional Japanese house while gazing at the sea.

The location is on a hill overlooking the beautiful sea.
The shop is built in the style of a traditional Okinawan house.


You can enjoy their famous pizza in a really nice atmosphere.

Although it's located away from residential areas and the town, it's actually a popular restaurant well-known to both locals and Okinawa enthusiasts.
The restaurant opens at 11:30 AM, but if you have a preference such as "I want to eat leisurely in the main building's seating area" or "I want to enjoy the view of the sea from the veranda's seating area," you'll need to line up early or wait your turn.

The signature pizza has standard toppings. However, the classic cheese stretches well and has just the right amount of richness, the salami is delicious, and the baking is perfect. Even women can easily finish it.

There are many female staff members, and the menus and coasters have cute little touches.

This is a restaurant where you can be filled with both a sense of fullness and happiness.

<Hanajinai - Store Information>
[Address] 1153-2 Yamasato, Motobu-cho, Okinawa Prefecture
[Opening Hours] 11:30 AM - 19:00 PM (Last Order 18:30 PM)
[Regular closing days] Closed on Tuesdays and Wednesdays

Please make your hotel reservation here.

• Rakuten Travel
• Jalan net