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5 Cool, Hidden, and Unusual Things to Do in Naha, Japan

Updated June 19, 2026

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Unusual Attractions in Naha

Shurijo Castle

Naha, Japan

Shuri Castle

The seat of the lost Ryukyu Kingdom has survived numerous fires and wars over the centuries.

You don’t see Arabic coffee and dates every day in Japan.

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Inshallah

For half a century, this Arabian-inspired retro café has been an oasis for locals in Okinawa’s central tourist area.

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Old Sogenji Temple Gate

All that remains of Okinawa's royal temple are a restored gateway and a tall banyan tree.

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The small archaeological park in Naha.

Naha, Japan

Yamashita Archaeological Cave

Archaeologists continue to debate whether this site yielded the oldest human remains in Japan.

Naha, Japan

Utinda

This natural spring was once an important source of freshwater for the salty (former) island of Naha

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The entrance to underground naval headquarters.

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Naval Underground Headquarters

Elaborate series of tunnels where traces of mass suicide are still visible.

1 mile from Naha

Hacksaw Ridge

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Hacksaw Ridge

A World War II battle site made famous by one man's heroic actions.

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Naha, Japan

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For half a century, this Arabian-inspired retro café has been an oasis for locals in Okinawa’s central tourist area.

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