Okinawa (Naha) Japan
Country: Japan · Region: Japan · Currency: Japanese Yen
Naha is the capital and largest city of Okinawa Prefecture, a subtropical island chain between mainland Japan and Taiwan with beaches, rich Ryukyuan culture, and a complex history. As a cruise port, it offers access to local attractions, traditional culture, and nearby islands.
Top sights
Shuri Castle, Taketomi traditional village, Aharen Beach, local Okinawan culture sites
Things to do
- Shuri Castle
- Historic castle in Naha, once the seat of the Ryukyu Kingdom.
Beaches
- Aharen Beach
- Beach located on Tokashiki Island.
- Taketomi
- Carefully preserved traditional village with some of the best beaches in Japan.
Forecast for Okinawa (Naha)
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Weather in Okinawa (Naha) by month
Averages from 2015 to 2024, not a forecast. Within about two weeks of a date, the live forecast above is the one to trust.
| Month | Average high | Average low | Rainfall | Wet days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 67°F | 61°F | 4.0 in | 10 |
| February | 68°F | 61°F | 3.8 in | 12 |
| March | 70°F | 64°F | 4.9 in | 13 |
| April | 74°F | 68°F | 5.8 in | 14 |
| May | 79°F | 73°F | 10.7 in | 17 |
| June | 83°F | 78°F | 11.5 in | 21 |
| July | 86°F | 81°F | 7.5 in | 21 |
| August | 86°F | 81°F | 8.9 in | 21 |
| September | 85°F | 79°F | 7.9 in | 21 |
| October | 81°F | 76°F | 6.1 in | 14 |
| November | 76°F | 71°F | 4.3 in | 11 |
| December | 70°F | 64°F | 5.6 in | 11 |
Getting around
Buses serve the main island with routes in English and Japanese, or rent a car for exploring (left-side driving required).
What to eat
Okinawan cuisine is popular throughout Japan; local food is a distinctive part of the islands' cultural identity.
Tips
Plan bus trips carefully as schedules can be sparse and fares are distance-based; have exact change ready for the driver.
Best for
Beaches, cultural heritage, island exploration
More ports in Japan
Hakodate · Kagoshima · Kobe · Nagasaki · Osaka · Tokyo (Yokohama)