A 1-night, 2-day model course in Naha that can be toured without a car, using Yui Rail.
Wishing you could enjoy Okinawa without a car?
In the Naha area, you can fully enjoy Okinawa even without a car. Check out our suggested 1-night, 2-day itinerary for some ideas.
Naha (Okinawa)
- Kyushu and Okinawa
- Model itinerary
- Walking
- No car
Update day: 2024/08/19
Destination of this trip
- Day 1
- Day 2
DAY 1
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START
Start from Naha Airport
1 Naha Airport
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▲From PIXTA 「Naha Airport」
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▲From PIXTA 「Naha Airport」
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▲From PIXTA 「Naha Airport」
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▲From PIXTA 「Naha Airport」
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▲From PIXTA 「Naha Airport」
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▲From PIXTA 「Naha Airport」
When traveling to Naha in Okinawa, choosing the conveniently located Naha Airport is best. Adjacent to the “Naha Airport Station”, the starting point of the Yui Rail, you can thoroughly enjoy your visit without a car.
27 minutes to Shuri Station
on the Yui Rail15 minutes by walk -
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Arrival!
Explore the historical traces of the Ryukyu Kingdom
2 Shuri Castle
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▲From PIXTA 「Clear skies over Shuri Castle」
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▲From PIXTA 「Okinawa Shuri Castle -Shureimon Gate」
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▲From PIXTA 「Clear skies over Shuri Castle」
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▲From PIXTA 「Okinawa Shuri Castle -Shureimon Gate」
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▲From PIXTA 「Clear skies over Shuri Castle」
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▲From PIXTA 「Okinawa Shuri Castle -Shureimon Gate」
Starting from Naha Airport Station, the first destination should be Shuri Castle, a World Heritage site with Okinawa's representative cultural assets. By using the Yui Rail, you can reach Shuri Station in 27 minutes. It’s a 15-minute walk from Shuri Station (or Gibo Station) to Shuri Castle.
*Currently under repair.Shuri Castle
- Address
- 1-2 Shuri Kinjo-cho, Naha City, Okinawa
- Access
- 15 minutes by walk from Shuri Station, 3 minutes by walk from Shurijo-mae Bus Stop
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Opening Hours
(Free castle areas) -
8:00 AM - 7:30 PM (April to June, October to November)
8:00 AM - 8:30 PM (July to September)
8:00 AM - 6:30 PM (December to March) - Closed Days
- First Wednesday of July and the next day
- Admission Fees
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Adults: ¥400
High School Students: ¥300
Elementary & Middle School Students: ¥160
Free for children under 6
- Shuri Station
12 minutes by train
to Makishi Station9 minute walk -
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Arrival!
Have lunch at the 1st Makishi Public Market
3 Makishi Public Market
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▲From PIXTA「Okinawa」
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▲From PIXTA「The exterior of the 1st Makishi Public Market」
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▲From PIXTA「Okinawa」
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▲From PIXTA「The exterior of the 1st Makishi Public Market」
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▲From PIXTA「Okinawa」
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▲From PIXTA「The exterior of the 1st Makishi Public Market」
Take the Yui Rail from Shuri Station and get off at Makishi Station after a 12-minute ride to have lunch at the First Makishi Public Market. This market, often called the 'kitchen of the locals', gathers a variety of Okinawan ingredients like fresh meats, seafood, and dried products, making it a popular tourist destination. It includes sections for fresh and processed food vendors, as well as food courts, attracting many tourists every day.
Makishi Public Market
- Address
- 2-10-1 Matsuo, Naha, Okinawa
- Access
- 9-minute walk from Makishi Station
- Business Hours
- 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM (Varies by shop)
- Closed Days
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Every 4th Sunday of the month (Except December)
January 1st to 3rd (New Year's)
The first two days of the Lunar New Year
Two days following the Old Bon Festival
*Additional closures may vary by shop - Budget
- ¥1,000 - ¥1,999
4 minutes by walk -
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Arrival!
Explore the historic Ukishima Street
4 Ukishima Street
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▲From PIXTA「Street trees on Ukishima-dori」
Ukishima Street is from Makishi Public Market to Naha's International Street, merging Okinawan tradition with modernity. Traditional shops that have survived since the post-war era, and increasing contemporary stores that are capturing the latest trends with their unique and elegant designs. It acts as a living display of Okinawan culture where the old and the new seamlessly coexist.
Ukishima Street
- Address
- Matsuo, Naha City, Okinawa Prefecture, 900-0014
- Access
- 7 minutes by walk from the exit of Kencho-mae (Okinawa) Station. FromKokusai-dori, take the alley beside Lawson International Street Matsuo store
15 minutes walk -
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Arrival!
Explore restaurant and souvenir shops & enjoy dinner.
5 Naha Kokusai Street
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▲From PIXTA「Okinawa Kokusaidor 」
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▲From PIXTA 「《Okinawa》Naha・Kokusaidori 《Night view》」
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▲From PIXTA「Okinawa Kokusaidor 」
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▲From PIXTA 「《Okinawa》Naha・Kokusaidori 《Night view》」
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▲From PIXTA「Okinawa Kokusaidor 」
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▲From PIXTA 「《Okinawa》Naha・Kokusaidori 《Night view》」
Naha Kokusaidori, located near the Okinawa Prefectural Office, extends about 1.6 km and is lined with various shops. There are variety of shops such as souvenir shops, general stores, pubs, cafes, and restaurants on this street. This street is a popular spot among both locals and tourists, known as a crossroads of Okinawan culture and commerce.
Naha Kokusai Street
- Address
- 3 Chome, Makishi, Naha City, Okinawa
- Access
- 5 minutes by walk from Makishi Station (Kencho-mae Station)
- Business Hours
- Varies by shop
- Closed Days
- Varies by shop
- Budget
- ¥1,000 - ¥1,999
13 minutes walk -
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Arrival!
Spend the night relaxing at Prince Smart Inn Naha
H Prince Smart Inn Naha
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▲From the official website of Prince Smart Inn Naha
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▲From the official website of Prince Smart Inn Naha
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▲From the official website of Prince Smart Inn Naha
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▲From the official website of Prince Smart Inn Naha
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▲From the official website of Prince Smart Inn Naha
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▲From the official website of Prince Smart Inn Naha
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▲From the official website of Prince Smart Inn Naha
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▲From the official website of Prince Smart Inn Naha
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▲From the official website of Prince Smart Inn Naha
Prince Smart Inn Naha is located in the center of Naha City, offering a comfortable and modern stay. Surrounded by numerous shopping centers, local dining spots, and sightseeing destinations, you can fully enjoy your Okinawa trip.
With the official Prince Smart Inn app, your smartphone becomes your room key, and you can also check out directly via your phone, without stopping by the front desk.Prince Smart Inn Naha
- Address
- 2-4-13 Matsuyama, Naha, Okinawa
- Access
- 4 minutes by walk from Miebashi Station on the Yui Rail
- Business Hours
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Check-in: 3:00 PM
Check-out: 11:00 AM - Budget
- From ¥10,000
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The best views are at Prince.
Experience breathtaking scenery with all your senses.
Enjoy breathtaking rooms with significant views.
Unwind in hot springs beneath an incredibly close starry sky.
Savor dinners surrounded by enchanting night views.
Experience unique "spectacular nature" that makes your trip special.
Come and immerse yourself in unforgettable natural beauty.