- Overview of Okinawa
- Getting there
- Getting around Okinawa
- Is Okinawa Muslim-friendly?
- Where to stay
- Must-do activities
- Where to eat
- Must-buy souvenirs
Overview of Okinawa

Getting there



Getting around Okinawa
Okinawa is an island that’s probably best explored by car. While getting around Naha city is pretty doable by relying on public transport and taxis, many of Okinawa’s attractions including its beaches are located in the northern area of the island (about 1.5 - 2 hours away from Naha). Outside of Naha, public transport is a lot more fragmented, and while there are buses that service routes throughout the island, it does take a lot longer (but it’s still doable so long as you’re willing to factor in the waiting and travel times!).

Is Okinawa Muslim-friendly?

Where to stay
For the main island, we’ve narrowed down a few areas that are the most suitable for Muslim travellers:Naha



Must-do activities
Sea activitiesNo trip to Okinawa is complete without doing some sea activities in its beautiful waters! There’s a whole bunch of fun water activities you can do, and it’s not limited to just diving or snorkelling either. Sea activities can be done all-year-round, but the best time is during the warmer months between May to October. For visitors, it’s probably easiest to book an excursion for the activity you want to do through one of the many companies offering guided tours and equipment.#HHWTTip: You can book your excursions directly with the tour companies, or you can also search through sites like Klook and KKday!
















Where to eat
There are a number of eateries offering halal or Muslim-friendly meals spread across the island.Disclaimer: Please note that many of the restaurants offering Muslim-friendly meals also serve non-halal food and/or alcoholic beverages. Where possible, we’ve tried to add as much information for each eatery with regards to the meals and the cooking environment. We recommend that you dine at your own discretion.Naha & immediate areas1. Suitenrou


- Apr - Jun; 8.30AM - 7PM
- Jul - Sep; 8.30AM - 8PM
- Oct - Nov; 8.30AM - 7PM
- Dec - Mar; 8.30AM - 6PM





Must-buy souvenirs
What’s a trip without bringing back some souvenirs? Here are our top picks for things you need to get when you’re in Okinawa:Beni imo tarts from Okashi GotenBeni imo is a variety of sweet potato that’s grown in Okinawa, known for its vivid purple colour and super sweet taste. It’s used to make a variety of desserts, including ice cream, cakes and chocolates. But the most famous product is probably the beni imo tarts, where a tart shell is filled with beni imo paste that prettily piped in swirls. And the best part is that you can actually find halal-certified beni imo tarts in Okinawa!

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