Title: Ryukyu Islands Travel Guide: Best of Ryukyu Islands, Japan Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Ryukyu Islands](https://expedia.co.uk/Ryukyu-Islands-Hotels.d553248635056404987.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Holiday Rentals in Ryukyu Islands](https://expedia.co.uk/Ryukyu-Islands-Holiday-Rentals.d553248635056404987.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals)[Flights to Ryukyu Islands](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Ryukyu-Islands.d553248635056404987.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Ryukyu Islands Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Ryukyu-Islands.d553248635056404987.Car-Hire-Guide)[Ryukyu Islands Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Ryukyu-Islands.d553248635056404987.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Ryukyu Islands Travel Guide ## Tourist Guide ![Ryukyu Islands](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/460000/460700-Nagasaki-Prefectural-Art-Museum.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Ryukyu Islands](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/459000/459713-Suwa-Shrine-Nagasaki.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Ryukyu Islands](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/458000/458099-Fukuoka.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Ryukyu Islands](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/458000/458119-Nagasaki-Prefecture.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Ryukyu Islands](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/460000/460017-Nagasaki-Museum-Of-History-And-Culture.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Ryukyu Islands Where to stay Things to do ### Where to stay in Ryukyu Islands ![Shiseibyō on Tensonbyo-chi in Naha, Okinawa prefecture, Japan.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248633981723816/23bf523b-79a2-447c-9407-f5e584a0c8fd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Naha City Centre 4.5/5(22 area reviews) The parks and historical sites are just a few things visitors like about Naha City Centre. Kokusai-dori Shopping Street and Tomari Port are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Miebashi Station or Kenchomae Station to get around the larger area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Naha-Naha-City-Centre.dx553248633981723816) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Tomari The waterfront and shopping are just a few features travellers like about Tomari. If you want to do some sightseeing nearby, Kokusai-dori Shopping Street and Tomari Port are a few top places to visit. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Naha-Tomari.dx6293260) ![Tsuboya Pottery Museum showing a small town or village and street scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6270885/35936364-9f40-4dbe-9176-13c959f0f9d6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Makishi 5/5(1 area review) You might enjoy the shopping while in Makishi. Kokusai-dori Shopping Street is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Makishi Station or Miebashi Station to see more of the city. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Naha-Makishi.dx553248635209029789) ![B6BTBE Pineapple Park, Nago City, Okinawa, Japan](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6270727/d6129d70-4ae2-4c06-af50-3380148224be.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Biimata 4/5(2 area reviews) Travellers like the shopping in Biimata, and Nago Pineapple Park is a top attraction you might want to visit. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Okinawa-Biimata.dx3000730634) ![International Street which includes signage and art](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6206760/f6c6f659-0ebe-4aaf-8ebb-a95fa024c50c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Kumoji Kumoji is popular for its popular shops. Explore top sights like Kokusai-dori Shopping Street and Naha City Museum of History, and you can get around town on the metro at Kenchomae Station. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Naha-Kumoji.dx553248635389799700) ![Mihama American Village showing night scenes and a city](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6265294/d997a834-4afc-4fd5-b367-09bb7833622f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Mihama If you're spending some time in Mihama, American Village and Sunset Beach are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Chatan-Mihama.dx553248635976007314) - Top hotels in Ryukyu Islands - Top Holiday Rentals in Ryukyu Islands ![THE NEST NAHA](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114920000/114914600/114914590/c379177c_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### THE NEST NAHA 1-6-1 Naha Okinawa £69 16 Jan - 17 Jan Stay at this hotel in Naha. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Kokusai-dori Shopping Street and Naha Cruise ... 9/10 Wonderful! (478 reviews) Of my 33 day trip, this was by far the best place I’ve stayed in Japan My single room was roomy. I loved the outdoor pool in January! The decor was spot on! I loved the happy hour . I felt very pampered. Fantastic Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=16%2F01%2F2026&endDate=17%2F01%2F2026&selected=114914590&PinnedHotelID=114914590&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635056404987) ![Hotel Monterey Okinawa Spa & Resort](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7290000/7289000/7288973/c45810a3_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel Monterey Okinawa Spa & Resort 1550-1 Fuchaku Onna Okinawa-ken £103 25 Jan - 26 Jan Stay at this luxury hotel in Onna. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 4 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews) Clean room and many shops around. Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=25%2F01%2F2026&endDate=26%2F01%2F2026&selected=7288973&PinnedHotelID=7288973&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635056404987) ![JR KYUSHU HOTEL Blossom Naha](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18560000/18554200/18554181/081ce402_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### JR KYUSHU HOTEL Blossom Naha 2-16-1 Makishi Naha Okinawa £115 1 Feb - 2 Feb Stay at this hotel in Naha. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,422 reviews) Excellent Reviewed on 26 Nov 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=01%2F02%2F2026&endDate=02%2F02%2F2026&selected=18554181&PinnedHotelID=18554181&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635056404987) [See all 3,364 properties in Ryukyu Islands](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=16%2F01%2F2026&endDate=17%2F01%2F2026®ionId=553248635056404987) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ![BEB5 Okinawa Seragaki by Hoshino Resorts](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78440000/78430200/78430151/fceb625d_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### BEB5 Okinawa Seragaki by Hoshino Resorts 1860-4 Serakaki Onnason Onna Okinawa Stay at this aparthotel in Onna. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (349 reviews) Room was clean and good Chill place Reviewed on 21 Nov 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Onna-Hotels-Hoshino-Resorts-BEB5-Okinawa-Seragaki.h78430151.Hotel-Information) ![Terrace Resort Mihama](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/70000000/69360000/69358600/69358553/73ddde12_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Terrace Resort Mihama 1-7-7, Chatan Chatan Okinawa Stay at this aparthotel in Chatan. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and in-room washers/dryers. Popular attractions American Village and Aeon Mall Rycom ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (211 reviews) Clean room. Friendly staff. Nice amenities. Well decorated and organised hotel. Great location near Araha beach. Washer and dryer a bonus and the dryer dries the clothes super quick. Thank you it was a lovely stay Reviewed on 6 Nov 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Okinawa-Hotels-Terrace-Resort-Mihama-Chatan.h69358553.Hotel-Information) ![B/C HOTEL NAHA Hotel with rental car](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104490000/104484300/104484300/09e634cd_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### B/C HOTEL NAHA Hotel with rental car 2-chome-11-11 Nishi Naha Okinawa Stay at this family-friendly apartment in Naha. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Kokusai-dori Shopping Street and ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (245 reviews) All good, however never any hot water Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Naha-Hotels-Ore-No-Monthly.h104484300.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in Ryukyu Islands](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=553248635056404987&sort=VACATION_RENTAL) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. 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Additional terms may apply. ## Check Ryukyu Islands hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635056404987&startDate=2026-01-15&endDate=2026-01-16)[15 Jan - 16 Jan](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635056404987&startDate=2026-01-15&endDate=2026-01-16) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635056404987&startDate=2026-01-16&endDate=2026-01-17)[16 Jan - 17 Jan](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635056404987&startDate=2026-01-16&endDate=2026-01-17) [This weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635056404987&startDate=16%2F01%2F2026&endDate=18%2F01%2F2026)[16 Jan - 18 Jan](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635056404987&startDate=16%2F01%2F2026&endDate=18%2F01%2F2026) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635056404987&startDate=23%2F01%2F2026&endDate=25%2F01%2F2026)[23 Jan - 25 Jan](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635056404987&startDate=23%2F01%2F2026&endDate=25%2F01%2F2026) ### Popular places to visit ![Mihama American Village](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6265294/c7e31cd1-0838-473a-a389-bbc60c787f64.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### American Village 4.5/5(10 reviews) This American-style mall offers a huge selection of shopping and entertainment options as well as one of the biggest amusement parks on Okinawa. [](https://expedia.co.uk/American-Village-Mihama.d6265294.Attraction) ![Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium showing marine life and interior views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6195076/d374ad4f-bd12-4a82-abae-110aefacd84f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium 5/5(7 reviews) Marvel at huge whale sharks in one of the world’s largest aquariums at this marine center that recreates the aquatic environment of Okinawa’s waters. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Okinawa-Churaumi-Aquarium-Motobu.d6195076.Attraction) ![International Street featuring a city, street scenes and nightlife](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6206760/38cfbb25-5e3e-4cfb-8df2-cf3624d341c9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kokusai-dori Shopping Street 5/5(6 reviews) Naha’s lively main street is home to an array of superb restaurants, souvenir shops and galleries selling fine glassware. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kokusai-Dori-Shopping-Street-Naha-City-Centre.d6206760.Attraction) ![Okinawa showing a hotel, a coastal town and general coastal views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635175059913/ed010bb1-dc51-4fc5-a414-1e8d9b17b742.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Manza Beach Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Manza Beach during your travels in Serakaki? Stroll along this family-friendly area's seaside or simply enjoy its restaurants. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Manza-Beach-Okinawa.d553248635175059913.Attraction) ![Tomari Port in Okinawa, Japan.; Shutterstock ID 1027056271; purchase_order: SF 06557000; job: ; client: ; other:](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6293684/7081fc16-172a-4151-b9d6-7066a198bda4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Tomari Port 4/5(6 reviews) Explore the waterfront in Naha with a trip to Tomari Port. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in this culturally rich area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Tomari-Port-Naha-City-Centre.d6293684.Attraction) ![Shurijo Castle showing a park, château or palace and a bridge](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6103854/7a90c291-4ee3-4900-ab86-fdcfd7126ed4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Shurijo Castle 4.5/5(8 reviews) Take a tour of this lavishly decorated hilltop castle that was home to powerful Japanese kings for more than 400 years. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Shurijo-Castle-Naha.d6103854.Attraction) ## Cities near Ryukyu Islands ![Kabira Bay Beach which includes a sandy beach and boating](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/152000/152731-Okinawa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Ishigaki ![Miyakojima](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/af79ea20036fc3c534f96928aecb0411.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Miyakojima ![Yonaguni](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/4b80b6eb0a39b85acad0b8a1f5f196b9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Yonaguni ![Kunigami](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/520324d050c053380bd907e7b96ca9a0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Kunigami - Cities near Ryukyu Islands - Places of interest [Aguni](https://expedia.co.uk/Aguni.dx309)[Ishigaki](https://expedia.co.uk/Ishigaki.dx1635)[Miyakojima](https://expedia.co.uk/Miyakojima.dx2368)[Yonaguni](https://expedia.co.uk/Yonaguni.dx2647)[Tokunoshima](https://expedia.co.uk/Tokunoshima.dx3459)[Kunigami](https://expedia.co.uk/Kunigami.dx182157)[Nago](https://expedia.co.uk/Nago.dx182158)[Yomitan](https://expedia.co.uk/Yomitan.dx182160)[Okinawa](https://expedia.co.uk/Okinawa.dx6053824)[Motobu](https://expedia.co.uk/Motobu.dx6122988)[Nishinoomote](https://expedia.co.uk/Nishinoomote.dx6131061)[Chatan](https://expedia.co.uk/Chatan.dx6141564)[Ginowan](https://expedia.co.uk/Ginowan.dx6161508)[Tomigusuku](https://expedia.co.uk/Tomigusuku.dx6205923)[Uruma](https://expedia.co.uk/Uruma.dx6205930)[Nakijin](https://expedia.co.uk/Nakijin.dx6206047)[Yonabaru](https://expedia.co.uk/Yonabaru.dx6267271)[Minna Island](https://expedia.co.uk/Minna-Island.dx6293354)[Nishihara](https://expedia.co.uk/Nishihara.dx6347208)[Ogami Island](https://expedia.co.uk/Ogami-Island.dx6347289)[Kin](https://expedia.co.uk/Kin.dx6357297) - [American Village ](https://expedia.co.uk/American-Village-Mihama.d6265294.Attraction) - [Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium ](https://expedia.co.uk/Okinawa-Churaumi-Aquarium-Motobu.d6195076.Attraction) - [Kokusai-dori Shopping Street ](https://expedia.co.uk/Kokusai-Dori-Shopping-Street-Naha-City-Centre.d6206760.Attraction) - [Tomari Port ](https://expedia.co.uk/Tomari-Port-Naha-City-Centre.d6293684.Attraction) - [Shurijo Castle ](https://expedia.co.uk/Shurijo-Castle-Naha.d6103854.Attraction) - [Blue Cave ](https://expedia.co.uk/Blue-Cave-Onna.d6293463.Attraction) - [Senaga Island ](https://expedia.co.uk/Senaga-Island-Tomigusuku.d553248621532762101.Attraction) - [Okinawa World ](https://expedia.co.uk/Okinawa-World-Nanjo.d6103852.Attraction) - [Kabira Bay Beach ](https://expedia.co.uk/Kabira-Bay-Beach-Kabira.d6102518.Attraction) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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