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A unique program to experience the Okinawan culture and spirit!!

Special activities held at this sector of Naha are offered to visitors coming to the capital city of Okinawa. In this area, home to about 1000 stores, visitors can feel the hospitality that characterized the Ryukyu Kingdom as well as the energy and strength of the citizens that contributed to the reconstruction of the island after the war.

NAHA Machi hands-on program

n this program visitors can wear traditional Okinawan style Kimono and after enjoying a photo session, using their own cameras, stroll around the shopping street. Enjoy a cup of Bukubukucha or Okinawan style tea ceremony and traditional confectionery. Learn how to play Sanba castanets, or Sanshin (a three string musical instrument). Visitors are welcome to enjoy these special programs while sharing memorable moments with the locals.

Sample movie 1

  1. Wear Okinawan style Kimono with a hairdo according to the Kimono, and enjoy photo session using own camera.
  2. Enjoy Okinawan style tea ceremony Bukubukucha.
  3. Learn how to play Okinawan musical instrument, Sanba castanets or Sanshin.

Sample Movie 2

  1. Wear Okinawan style Kimono with a hairdo according to the Kimono, and enjoy photo session using own camera.
  2. Enjoy traditional Okinawan confectionery.
  3. Enjoy traditional Okinawan local beverages.