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Things to Do in Naha

Naha is the capital of Okinawa and one of the easiest places to begin exploring the prefecture.

Whether you're visiting for a weekend or using Naha as a base for a longer Okinawa trip, there are plenty of ways to fill your itinerary.

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Three go karts on a curving road beneath the monorail guideway, riders in green, yellow and blue kigurumi waving
Eight riders in animal kigurumi posed in two rows on the forecourt after dark
Riders in green kigurumi and a Superman costume at the wheel on a bright residential Naha street
A convoy of red and blue go karts on a main road through Naha
Four riders in orange and blue kigurumi driving karts down a wide Naha avenue past a parked yellow car
  1. A covered shopping arcade in central Naha, souvenir shops on both sides under red and white banners

    1. Explore Kokusai Street

    Kokusai Street is one of Naha's best-known areas for shopping, restaurants and souvenirs.

    It's a convenient place to experience the atmosphere of central Naha and try Okinawan food.

    Visitors interested in a driving experience can also learn more about Kokusai Street Go Kart.

  2. A group of riders in blue, orange and yellow kigurumi at the wheel of karts on Kokusai Dori, flags and shopfronts above them

    2. Try a Naha Go Kart Experience

    If you enjoy driving and outdoor activities, a go-kart experience can be an unusual addition to your Naha itinerary.

    See our Naha Go Kart guide for more information.

    Remember that street kart activities on public roads require the appropriate driving credentials.

  3. Senagajima from the air: Umikaji Terrace's white shops curving along the seawall, turquoise water around the island

    3. Visit Senagajima

    Senagajima offers a coastal change of scenery close to Naha. It can be included in a southern Okinawa sightseeing itinerary.

    You can also read our Senagajima Go Kart guide.

  4. Nine Okinawan dishes in a grid, among them Okinawa soba, goya champuru, rafute braised pork belly and sea grapes

    4. Try Okinawan Food

    Naha is a great place to sample local Okinawan dishes, from Okinawa soba to traditional sweets and regional specialties.

    Kokusai Street and surrounding neighbourhoods provide plenty of opportunities to stop for food during a day of sightseeing.

  5. A white lighthouse on a green cape above turquoise coral shallows on the Okinawa coast

    5. Explore More Okinawa Activities

    Naha is only one part of Okinawa.

6. Check Driving Requirements

Planning to drive a street kart during your trip?

Check the requirements before your activity. Japan recognizes certain International Driving Permits and has separate rules for specific foreign licences.

Read Okinawa Go-Kart Licence Requirements before booking.

A Gorilla Kart staff member handing back a rider's passport and driving licence at the counter, with the kart fleet lined up outside

Plan Your Naha Itinerary

A good Naha itinerary can combine sightseeing, food, shopping and outdoor activities.

Start with Naha Activities, then explore the dedicated pages for:

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