Higashimachi Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Higashimachi
Popular places to visit
Kokusai-dori Shopping Street
Naha’s lively main street is home to an array of superb restaurants, souvenir shops and galleries selling fine glassware.
Tomari Port
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.
Shurijo Castle
Take a tour of this lavishly decorated hilltop castle that was home to powerful Japanese kings for more than 400 years.
Naminoue Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Naminoue Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Naha. Wander the parks and marina while you're in the area.
Okinawa Prefectural Office
After visiting Okinawa Prefectural Office, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Naha. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in this culturally rich area.
Okinawa Prefectural Museum and Art Museum
One of Japan’s most impressive museums is located within the confines of this colossal stone castle.
Activities
Double-Decker Open Top Bus Okinawa 3 trips
From Naha: Snorkeling Tour to Kerama by Ferry
Official Street Go-Kart Tour - Okinawa Shop
From Naha: Snorkeling Tour to Kerama by High-speed boat
Okinawa: Naha: 1 day Kerama Islands diving‣ license required
Our pick of the best Higashimachi Hotel Deals
DoubleTree by Hilton Naha
My first ever visit to Japan this was a beautiful location
Reviewed on 22 Sept 2025
THE NEST NAHA
Excellent property and hotel/ staff best out of the 4 hotels we stayed in Okinawa
Reviewed on 25 Oct 2025
Okinawa NaHaNa Hotel & Spa
Good location in Naha close to the main shopping street. Good escape from the daytime heat and humidity. The staff were friendly.
Reviewed on 24 Oct 2025
JR KYUSHU HOTEL Blossom Naha
Very good
Reviewed on 16 Oct 2025
Hotel JAL City Naha
The only thing can take is the location 👌
Reviewed on 16 Sept 2025
Hotel AQUA CITTA Naha
An excellent hotel with a great spa, amazing views from the room, super friendly staff and very clean. It ticks all the boxes
Reviewed on 21 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Higashimachi
Kume
While visiting Kume, you might make a stop by sights like Fukushūen Garden and Shiseibyo Temple.
Naha City Centre
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.
Izumizaki
If you're spending some time in Izumizaki, Kokusai-dori Shopping Street and Okinawa Prefectural Office are top sights worth seeing.
Tsuji
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Tsuji and surrounding area, you can visit Kokusai-dori Shopping Street and Naminouegu Shrine.
Kumoji
Kumoji is popular for its popular shops. Explore top sights like Kokusai-dori Shopping Street and Palette Kumoji, and you can get around town on the metro at Kenchomae Station.
Matsuyama
Visitors to Matsuyama enjoy its bars, and if you want to do some exploring, Matsuyama Park is worth a stop.
